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Gifts don’t always have to cost a fortune. In fact, some of my favorite gifts were handmade by my daughter’s hands and were created using supplies we already had in our house! Since our popsicle stick coaster was such a hit, we wanted to come up with another inexpensive craft idea for you. We headed to our local dollar store, picked up just 4 items, and created this adorable pencil holder jar, especially for Dad, that he’s sure to love!
The best part about this handmade Father’s Day gift (besides the low cost), is that it can be used for a number of things. If Dad already has a pencil holder on his desk, you can fill the jar with his favorite candies or have him use it for loose nails/screws or even spare change. The possibilities are really endless. What Dad will love most is that his little one(s) created it, especially for him!
While this fun craft idea can be created by your little ones, I do recommend adult supervision for the hot glue gun. You may also be able to use craft glue, though we haven’t tested that out.
Supplies You’ll Need
a glass jar
twine
chalkboard tag
chalk writer
hot glue gun
scissors
We picked up the glass jar, the twine, the chalkboard tags, and the chalk writer at Dollar Tree. Each was only $1.25. If you decide to fill the jar with Dad’s favorite candy as part of his Father’s Day gift, you can pick some up at Dollar Tree as well! We already had the hot glue gun and scissors in our house, so this handmade Father’s Day pencil holder jar cost us only $5.
How to create this pencil holder jar
Step 1: Remove the lid from the glass jar. Place a small, thin line of hot glue at the very top of the jar and press the end of the twine to it. Wrap the twine around the entire jar, leaving as little space as possible. You may want to add thin lines of hot glue every 10 wraps or so so that the twine doesn’t move. You’ll also need to glue the end of the twine to the bottom of the jar so it doesn’t come undone. Cut off any stray pieces with scissors.
Step 2: Replace the lid. If you’ll be using it for a pencil holder, leave the center piece of the lid off. If you’ll be using it for storage, leave it in.
Step 3: Write a sweet message on the chalkboard tags. We chose I love Dad.
Step 4: Place hot glue on the back center of the tag and stick it to the twine.
Once you have finished your pencil holder jar, if you post a photo on social media, we’d love for you to tag @thesupermomlife and encourage others to join in the fun!
If you love this handmade pencil jar holder, make sure to check out our other fun craft ideas. We have some for all occasions, with lots more coming soon!
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I made something similar for my grandmother years and years ago. She used it for soooo many years. She used the egg carton garbage can too. 😉 Two of her most prized possessions. 🙂 She was a beauty.
That is such a cute idea. Gifts like this are always the most special. I love how easy it is to make, too. Even the young kids can do this (with a little help).
What a cute gift for Father’s Day (or any holiday!)
Love this idea for father’s day! Kids love to make things and see us use them! She’s so sweet and looks so proud!
I made something similar for my grandmother years and years ago. She used it for soooo many years. She used the egg carton garbage can too. 😉 Two of her most prized possessions. 🙂 She was a beauty.
It’s great to get kids involved in making gifts. That looks like a useful gift to give dad this year.
Okay adorable! I should have my kids make this. They can be super lazy but this is easy enough!
I need to do this with my son for my husband’s Father’s Day gift. Gifts like this are always the best.
That is such a cute idea. Gifts like this are always the most special. I love how easy it is to make, too. Even the young kids can do this (with a little help).