As the cool breeze of autumn sweeps in, it’s time to embrace the colorful transformation of the fall season with some adorable handprint crafts! Whether you’re a preschool teacher looking for some exciting projects, or a parent wanting to engage your little ones, these fall handprint crafts are the perfect way to get into the seasonal spirit.

With 20 fun ideas, each handprint craft in this PDF file comes with both a blank template and a completed example to spark your creativity.

This collection is a great way to help your kids create keepsakes that will bring joy to family members for years to come.

Handprint crafts are also a fun way for kids to strengthen their fine motor skills, work on hand-eye coordination, and express their artistic flair.

All you need are some simple art supplies like white cardstock, and non-toxic washable paint, and your kids’ hands, along with the templates that you can print out at the end of this blog post, to bring these fun handprint art ideas to life.

From trees to owls, and apples to scarecrows, these crafts are suitable for kids of all ages, and they make great gifts for the new season.

20 Fun Fall Handprint Crafts with Free Printable Templates

Here’s a collection of fall handprint crafts that are perfect for the season. Each craft is easy to create with just a few simple supplies like non-toxic washable paint and cardstock, and they’re sure to capture the spirit of autumn.

These fun handprint art projects are great for young children and provide a wonderful way to make great keepsakeswhile strengthening fine motor skills.

Let’s dive into these creative ideas from an autumn handprint tree to a handprint squirrel. There are lots of simple crafts to make using your child’s hand in a creative way, and of course it’s so much fun. 

Fall Tree Handprint Craft

“Falling into fun!” Start your fall handprint fun with this fall tree handprint craft. Your child’s handprints become the colorful leaves of an autumn tree, using brown paint, green paper, and orange paint to capture the fall season. It’s an easy and fun activity for young children and this fall handprint tree makes for a great keepsake.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

We also have another style of fall tree handprint craft that you can make with stickers.

Acorn Handprint Craft

“Nuts about Autumn!” This acorn handprint craft is perfect for little ones. Using brown paint and your child’s handprint, you can create a cute acorn shape. It’s a simple fall craft that adds a personal touch and works well for both home and preschool activities.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

You can also make this paper craft acorn handprint craft.

Scarecrow Handprint Craft

“Harvesting smiles!” This scarecrow handprint craft uses your child’s handprints to form the arms of a fun, colorful scarecrow. It’s a great project for introducing kids to fall harvest themes while creating a memorable piece of art with little hands. 

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Make this popsicle stick scarecrow craft, too!

Apple Handprint Craft

“You’re the apple of my eye!” Using red paint and your child’s handprint, this apple handprint craft is a fun and easy way to celebrate the season. Add a green leaf and a brown stem to complete this simple but charming craft.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Make this cute autumn apple craft with the kids, too.

Squirrel Handprint Craft

“Storing up fall memories!” This squirrel handprint craft is a fun way to welcome fall. By using orange paint, your little one’s handprint can be transformed into a cute squirrel that’s perfect for the season.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

You’ll also like this cute squirrel craft for Fall.

Sunflower Handprint Craft

“Blooming in autumn!” Create a sunflower handprint craft with yellow and green paint to celebrate autumn in a bright way. This craft brings the beauty of fall sunflowers to life and is simple enough for toddlers and preschoolers.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Try making this paper plate sunflower craft to continue the sunflower theme.

Hedgehog Handprint Craft

“Fall into coziness!” This hedgehog handprint craft uses your child’s handprints to form the hedgehog’s spines. With brown paint, this craft is a fun and cozy addition to your fall handprint collection.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Owl Handprint Craft

“Owl always love fall!” For a fun fall craft, try the owl handprint craft. Your child’s handprints become the owl’s wings, using brown paint to create a cute owl perched on a branch. These little handprint owls are so adorable 

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

We also have this paper craft owl handprint craft to try.

Umbrella Handprint Craft

“Hello Fall!” This umbrella handprint craft adds a splash of color to fall. Using different colors of paint, your child’s handprints form the umbrella, creating a fun and easy fall-themed craft.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Make these toilet paper roll umbrella crafts too.

Pumpkin Handprint Craft

“You’re the pick of the patch!” Create a pumpkin handprint craft using orange paint to turn your child’s handprints into a pumpkin. It’s a simple and fun craft that’s perfect for the fall season.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Make this paper craft pumpkin handprint too, or this paper bag pumpkin craft for Autumn.

Mushroom Handprint Craft

“Growing like a mushroom!” This mushroom handprint craft captures the fall spirit with the fun handprint design of a mushroom. With brown paint and different colors for the mushrooms, it’s a cute and fun way to engage your toddler in nature-themed art.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Cornucopia Handprint Craft

“Corn-ucopia of fun!” This bright and cheerful sunflower handprint craft is made with yellow, orange, and beige paint to form the vibrant petals of a sunflower. It’s perfect for bringing sunshine to the fall season and makes for a great keepsake.

and the blank template

Autumn Leaves Handprint Craft

“Autumn leaves, memories stay.” This fall handprint craft uses orange and brown paint to create the swirling leaves falling from an autumn tree. It’s a great way to celebrate the changing season and create a sentimental piece of art.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Make this fun autumn leaves craft too.

Pumpkin Pie Handprint Craft

“Sweet as pie!” Create a delicious-looking pumpkin pie handprint craft using orange paint and brown construction paper. This craft is a fun addition to any Thanksgiving handprint crafts collection and a perfect way to show off those tiny handprints.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Deer Handprint Craft

“Hello Autumn!” This deer handprint craft uses orange and brown paint to create a beautiful deer with handprint antlers. It’s a fun fall craft that brings a touch of nature into your art projects.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Turkey Handprint Craft

“Gobble up the fun!” This turkey handprint craft is ideal for Thanksgiving. Using a mix of brown, orange, and red paint, your child’s handprints become the turkey’s feathers. It’s a classic Thanksgiving handprint craft that’s easy and full of fun.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Make this cute turkey headband craft with the kids too.

Hay Bale Handprint Craft

“Hay there, fall!” This hay bale handprint craft uses yellow paint to form the shape of a hay bale with handprints. It’s a simple, easy fall craft that’s great for toddlers and young kids.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Spider Handprint Craft

“Spinning into fall!” This spider handprint craft uses black and gray paint to create a cute spider. It’s perfect for fall handprint art with a spooky twist, making it a fun addition for Halloween crafts.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Make this paper plate spider web handprint craft with the kids too.

Rake Handprint Craft

“Rake in the fall fun!” This rake handprint craft uses green and brown paint to create handprint rakes gathering a pile of leaves. It’s an easy craft for kids and a great activity for a fall afternoon.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Bonfire Handprint Craft

“Autumn nights, warm delights!” This bonfire handprint craft brings cozy vibes with orange, red, and yellow paint to mimic the warmth of a campfire. It’s a great idea for a fall handprint craft that celebrates the crisp autumn evenings.

and below is how the blank template looks before adding the handprints

Try these fun bonfire crafts too.

Download the PDF File for 20 Fun Fall Handprint Crafts

If you’re excited to get started, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled all these fall handprint crafts and more into a PDF file for instant download.

You’ll find easy handprint crafts that are perfect for toddlers, young kids, and older children alike. From autumn handprint trees to Thanksgiving handprint crafts, this file is full of fun ideas for families and preschool activities. Click the button below to download your free printable keepsakes and start crafting today!

Terms of use: These free printables are only for your own personal use or classroom use, not for commercial use. Distribution of this file is not allowed, please direct your friends to come to this blog post and download their own copy of these fun fall crafts. 

More Handprint Crafts for Kids

We hope you enjoyed these easy fall crafts. These fun fall handprint craft ideas are a fantastic way to make some great keepsakes with your own babies (well, baby toddler kids of all ages!)

Looking for more handprint craft ideas? We have a whole collection of handprint art projects to help you celebrate every season. From cute reindeer and Christmas trees to summer sunflowers and spring butterflies, you’ll find tons of fun handprint crafts to enjoy year-round. The below are just a few of what we have here at In The Playroom.

We hope you enjoy making these fall handprint crafts as much as we enjoyed creating them!

Be sure to share your creations with us and spread the fun. Tag us on social media and share this blog post with your fellow preschool teachers, parents, and friends for even more fall craft ideas!

Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.

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