Father’s Day cards often celebrate the things dads love most—relaxing, tinkering, and spending time outdoors. In this roundup, I’m sharing handmade cards that reflect just that, with themes like fixing things, fishing, and BBQ. Whether you’re crafting for your own dad or another special guy, these ideas are full of inspiration. Throughout this post, I’ll be using cards from my blog archive as examples. Click on the card image to be taken to the original post.
First up, let’s celebrate the classic tool theme—a timeless favorite for Father’s Day. These cards highlight the hardworking, hands-on spirit of dads who love to build, fix, and tinker.
Next up is the fishing theme, perfect for dads who enjoy quiet moments by the water. From a clean and simple card with just a fishing rod, to a detailed die-cut design, to a charming watercolored scene featuring a dog with a net—these cards reel in all the personality.
The necktie has long been a classic symbol of Father’s Day, representing the traditional, buttoned-up dad with a hint of nostalgia and charm.
Finally, no Father’s Day roundup is complete without a nod to the grill master. This card features a BBQ scene and a bold “#1 Dad” sentiment—perfect for the king of the cookout.
As I looked over this collection, I noticed how varied Father’s Day cards can be—some are bold and graphic, others are sweet or funny. Some use large die-cut letters to spell out DAD, while others don’t say “Dad” at all, instead letting the imagery or sentiment do the talking. The designs range from clean and simple to scenes, showing that there’s no one right way to celebrate the dads in our lives. I hope these cards spark ideas and encourage you to dig into your own supplies to create a Father’s Day card that feels personal and meaningful.
