Unforgettable graduation certificates for preschool! A collection of fun, handmade ideas
The certificates presented at the graduation ceremony are etched deeply in children’s hearts as the culmination of their time at the preschool.
Why not gift each child a one-of-a-kind, handmade graduation certificate that lets their individuality shine?We’ll introduce ideas for certificates you’ll want to incorporate at your nursery or kindergarten—from versions with a heartfelt message from the principal, to ones where the children dye washi paper themselves, and even unique concepts that go beyond paper like mobiles or board games.
We hope you find a graduation certificate that becomes a lifelong treasure for both the children and their families!
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Memorable Graduation Certificates for Preschool! A Collection of Fun Handmade Ideas (21–30)
Mini Graduation Certificate Keychain
Why not turn a mini-sized diploma into a keychain? Just place a diploma and a graduation photo—both printed to fit—back-to-back inside a keychain-style photo holder, which you can even find at 100-yen shops, and you’ll have it done in no time! It’s super quick to make, so it’s great for those short on time.
A practical keychain also makes a perfect graduation keepsake.
It would likely be appreciated as a gift for relatives who can’t attend the ceremony, too.
Graduation Certificate Made with Resin
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♬ sonido original – ARTHEGA || Diseño en resina
A resin graduation certificate also makes a great interior decoration.
Pour resin into a mold and use letter stickers or graduation-themed illustrations to create the certificate.
Once the design is finished, cure it with a UV or LED light to complete it.
Since resin is basically transparent, add glitter or gold leaf if you want a more festive certificate.
Decorating the edges with bijou parts is also recommended.
Since it’s a special piece, try creating original wording, too.
Graduation certificate made from kenaf
Kenaf, which can be used as a clothing material, is also suitable for making paper.
This is a wonderful idea of making graduation certificates using kenaf you’ve grown.
You peel the bark, boil the kenaf, chop or pound it finely to make it into soft fibers, then dissolve it in water and use a papermaking mold to create washi paper.
If it’s your first time, the paper will likely be uneven, but that’s exactly what makes it memorable, isn’t it? It may look the same, but once you touch it, you’ll know it’s a graduation certificate that’s uniquely yours.
Feel free to use this as a reference.
Diploma made with bagasse
If you want to make your graduation certificate more memorable, how about making it by hand from scratch? In this idea, they’re making washi paper using bagasse, the fibrous residue from sugarcane.
First, wash the bagasse thoroughly, bleach it, and blend it until fine.
Then use papermaking techniques to form it into thin sheets.
Making washi from scratch is hard work, but that’s exactly why the time you spend will become an unforgettable memory.
The time you spend creating it—and the certificate itself—will surely become treasures.
Making gifts for kindergarten graduates
At graduation ceremonies, many people will likely take lots of memorable photos.
How about making a photo frame that’s as simple as cutting and gluing cardboard? Just cut cardboard to the size of the frame, layer another piece with the inside cut out so the photo shows, and glue them together—done! Painting the cardboard or adding decorative parts like beads and stickers will make it even cuter.
Rather than giving just the frame, it will be appreciated even more if you include a memorable photo in it when you present it.
Photo frame
Let’s display the memorable photos taken at the graduation ceremony in a warm, handmade photo frame.
For this idea, you’ll use three 15 cm × 19 cm pieces of cardboard, clay, and beads.
First, cut out a rectangular window from the inside of the first piece of cardboard.
Leave a 3 cm border around the outside as the frame.
Next, cut the second piece of cardboard into a U-shape, again leaving a 3 cm border.
After gluing the second piece onto the third piece of cardboard, apply clay to the surface of the first piece and press in beads to create your original frame.
Once the clay dries, place it on top of the second piece to complete it!
3D tulip message card
Three-dimensional and extra cute! This message card highlights both elegance and charm.
It’s perfect for anyone who wants to use a tulip motif.
Flat message cards are lovely too, but receiving a more elaborate, dimensional card can leave a lasting impression on a child—both as an object and as a memory.
What you’ll need: B5 colored paper, scissors, glue, crayons or other pens, and a ribbon in your favorite color.
Give it a try!