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Show Dad how much he rocks by painting his portrait on a rock! This adorable Father's Day keepsake captures Dad's smile, glasses, or favorite hat in a sweet rock painting that will brighten up his garden, potted plant, or desk. Using simple paint pens and smooth rocks, kids can create a one-of-a-kind treasure that Dad will cherish forever!

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Choose the right rocks

Whenever you're making painted rocks, it's important to choose flat, smooth rocks. The rock on the left of this picture is porous and bumpy. You'll see in the next step how hard it is to paint nicely compared to the one on the right.

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