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This is a fabulous, old school craft that just screams Father’s Day. I remember making something very similar for my dad many years ago and now my kids are making one for their dad. And to go along with it, another classic craft, thumbprint art! The two make a keepsake that daddy will love for a long, long time, long after those little thumbs grow up.

Difficulty Level: Easy
Time Required: 15 minutes

Things you’ll need:
Design-a-Mug kit
Inkpads
Pens
Paper
Scissors

Things to do:
1. Remove the pieces of the kit from the box. Pull the paper liner from the kit.

2. Using the included paper as a template, cut a new piece to the same dimensions.
3. Help your kids add thumbprints to the paper, spacing them out to allow for lots of creativity.

4. Let the kids add arms, legs, faces and other details to the thumbprints.

5. Once the ink is dry, assemble the mug according to package directions.

Dad’s Enamelware Mug

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Dads are important in our lives. And we probably don’t always tell them just how special they are. This Father’s Day, why not make them something they’ll use every day that’s also a reminder of just who they are to us. These enamelware mugs are great for morning coffee, soup at lunch or to add to your camping stash. Dad will love them (and while you’re at it, make a matching mug for mom!)

Difficulty level: Easy
Time required: 15 minutes

Things you’ll need:
Enamelware mug
Porcelain Pens

Things to do:
1. Wipe your mug with hot soapy water, rinse and dry completely.

2. Using your porcelain pen, write a message for dad on your mug. Allow the pen to dry.
3. Heat your oven to 325 and bake for 20 minutes, allowing the mug to cool completely before removing.

Thumbprint Art Make-a-Mug

Dad’s Enamelware Mug

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