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Make sure Dad has a very happy Father’s Day with the ideas in this Howcast video series.
Instructions Step 1: Cut the pattern Smooth the fabric out onto your work area. Put your pattern on top of the fabric and draw a line around the edges the pattern with the fabric pencil. Cut out the pattern, including the interfacing, with scissors or a rotary cutter. TIP: Free necktie patterns are available online. …
Instructions Step 1: Find a picture Find or take the perfect picture of you and your dad together. TIP: Instead of a picture, you can make a drawing or write a note. Step 2: Remove lid Remove the lid inset on the box and set it aside. Step 3: Paint Paint the lid frame white …
Instructions Step 1: Brainstorm words Take some alone time for yourself and begin brainstorming. Write down any words that come to your mind when you think of your father. Step 2: Describe memories Write down any special memories you have shared with your dad. Step 3: Write about your father Write down some of your …
Instructions : Children under 10 should use safety scissors, and an adult should help older children. Step 1: Choose an album Pick a scrapbook to use for your father’s day album. Find one with your dad’s favorite colors and a blank cover you can decorate later. Step 2: Go to the archives Collect photos and …
Instructions Step 1: Have dinner with dad Organize dinner at a nice restaurant and lean on your siblings, if you have any, to be there. Dinner out with the family is a man’s number one wish for Father’s Day. Step 2: Present a gift Present Dad with a thoughtful gift from the family–something he really …
Instructions Step 1: Give Dad something he really wants. According to surveys, that means, in order: a meal out with the family; a gift card; a homemade gift; music, books, DVDs, or video games; a sports or hobby-related gift; tools or appliances; travel or a weekend getaway; or an electronic or computer-related gift. Step 2: …
Instructions Step 1: Select fabric Select a washable natural-fiber, natural-blend fabric, preferably half cotton and half polyester. Step 2: Cut two patterns Cut two identical tie patterns and sew them together to create the tie. Step 3: Wash and place on wax paper Wash the tie once without fabric softener and place it on waxed …
