How to Make a Pop-Up Hug Card for Mother's Day (With Free Printable!)

Pop-up hug card with child's photo and arms extending out

Make a pop-up hug card for Mother's Day! DIY tutorial with free printable template and photo personalization for a heartfelt gift.

This DIY pop-up hug card for Mother's Day is as heartfelt as it gets!

Looking for the sweetest way to make Mom's day? This DIY pop-up hug card for Mother's Day is as heartfelt as it gets! With arms that pop out for a big paper hug and the option to add your child's photo, it's a keepsake she'll treasure forever. The best part? You can grab my free printable template to make this project super easy. Gather the kids and let's get crafty for Mother's Day! ...

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Make a pop-up hug card for Mother's Day! DIY tutorial with free printable template and photo personalization for a heartfelt gift.

This DIY pop-up hug card for Mother's Day is as heartfelt as it gets!

Looking for the sweetest way to make Mom's day? This DIY pop-up hug card for Mother's Day is as heartfelt as it gets! With arms that pop out for a big paper hug and the option to add your child's photo, it's a keepsake she'll treasure forever. The best part? You can grab my free printable template to make this project super easy. Gather the kids and let's get crafty for Mother's Day! ...

All activities should be supervised by an adult. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links.

Watch the Video: Pop-Up Hug Card for Mother's Day

Looking for some crafty inspiration? In my quick video tutorial, I'll show you how to make this sweet pop-up hug card for Mother's Day, from decorating the template to adding your child's photo. Plus, we pair the card with a Shrinky Dink handprint flower keychain—making a heartfelt gift duo Mom will love. Gather your supplies and craft along!

Print the template on sturdy cardstock for best results.
Let kids decorate with stickers or glitter for extra fun.
Size your child's photo to fit the card face.
Use strong glue for the pop-out arms.
Add a special handwritten message inside.

Grab Your Free Pop-Up Hug Card Printable!

Want to make this craft even easier? I've put together a free printable version of the pop-up hug card so you can get started right away—no fancy design skills needed! Just download the template, print it out, and let your child add their personal touches. It's a super simple way to create a heartfelt, handmade card that Mom will treasure.

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Mother's Day craft supplies including cards, stickers, scissors, and colored pencils

How to Make a Pop Up Hug Card

Make a pop-up hug card for Mother's Day! DIY tutorial with free printable template and photo personalization for a heartfelt gift.

Materials

Permanent markers (great for fine lines)
A small photo of your child (headshot works best)
Free printable pop-up hug card template

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

You'll need cardstock or thick paper, scissors, a glue stick, coloring supplies, and a small photo of your child's face (optional). If you're using the printable, print it out now. If you're drawing your own, sketch and cut out the main card shape and arms.

Step 2

If you're using the printable, cut out the card and arms along the dotted lines, then color and decorate however you like. If you're making your own DIY version, use your cardstock to draw and cut out a T-shape: a rectangle for the body with wide arms extending out from each side.

Step 3

Fold the main card in half horizontally to make a strong crease. Open it, and then fold in the opposite direction to reinforce the crease. Keep the card folded horizontally. For the arms, fold each arm forward and backward a few times along the fold lines to make them flexible, then tuck both arms inside the card's flap so they are hidden when the card is closed.

Step 4

If your design includes a front and back cover (like the printable shown), use a glue stick to attach the covers onto the card base.

Why a Pop-Up Hug Card for Mother's Day Makes the Perfect Keepsake

There you have it—a super sweet pop-up hug card for Mother's Day that's as fun to make as it is to give! Whether you used the free printable or created your own T-shaped card from scratch, this craft is sure to put a huge smile on Mom's face and give her a hug she can keep forever. Don't forget to save or share this pop-up hug card idea for Mother's Day with friends who want to make their celebration extra special. Happy crafting, and happy Mother's Day!

More Printable Mother's Day Cards!

Need more printable Mother's Day cards? We have lots more to download and print to make a Mom's day extra special! From adorable handprint flower cards to a superhero mom candy bar template, a "My Mom and Me" printable booklet, and a personalized 3D Mother's Day card, there's something here to warm every mother's heart. Let's dive in and explore these heartfelt creations!