Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Balloon Ghosts

Place these darling little balloon ghouls on the table to greet guests–and at night, place a battery operated tea light […]

Tin Can Mummy

No matter scary or cute, these tin can mummies make great holders for sweet treats or even utensils on your […]

Parrot Costume

This colorful birdie is sure to receive lots of treats on Halloween!

Boo Rag Wreath

Add some whimsy to your Halloween decorations with this colorful rag wreath!

Easy Peasy Hair Bows

This simple no sew craft is easy to switch for any special occasion just by changing the ribbon colors.

Puffy Paint Ghosts

Grab the kids and get ready to have some messy fun making these friendly puffy paint ghosts!

Cardboard Tube Bats

The wings from these cardboard tube bats are made from recycled paper bags! An adorable Halloween project.

Monster Light Jugs

Light up the night with these monster jugs. A fun recycling craft project for both kids and adults.

Tombstones

Make creepy tombstones to decorate your house or yard for Halloween.

Monster in a Box

Using floral foam, duct tape and a feather boa, this adorable little monster is a great Halloween project.

Furry Friends

These colorful, whimsy characters are sure to add some fun to your Halloween displays this year. Great for party decorations!

Chicken Costume

This little chicken definitely came before the egg. Her chicken costume is made from supplies that you might already have […]

Halloween Paper Bag Bowls

These adorable pumpkin and ghost bowls are paper mache projects made from paper bags and tissue paper.

Blob Lights

A fun and safe lighting option for kids. No real flames involved!

Glow Stick Lanterns

Isn’t this perfect for Halloween night? I love this idea, even if it is temporary. All you need are glass […]

Pumpkin Pizzas

Make Jack O’Lanterns from pizza dough and pepperonis. Frozen pizzas or premade pizza doughs would work great for this as […]

Halloween Brownies

Use marshmallow topped brownies and some candy melts to create these ghoulish treats.

Fork Woven Spiders

Here’s a fun idea using yarn and a fork. The result is this cute Halloween spider!

Eerie Eyeballs

Oh the possibilities! Fun eyeball decorations for Halloween, the kids will love making these.

Frankie Pinata

This Frankenstein pinata is perfect for your Halloween party!

Zombie Mason Jars

Decorate for Halloween with these creative Zombie Mason Jars! They’re easy to do and lots of fun.

Candy Corn Costume

This adorable candy corn costume is made out of fleece, making it warm and comfy to wear. It’s a relatively […]

Curious George Paper Mask

Dress up like the beloved Curious George with this super easy mask made out of a paper plate. It’s so […]

Batman Wrist Cuffs

Calling all superhero fans! These super easy and inexpensive wrist cuffs come with a printable logo.

Tin Can Frankenstein

This fun Halloween craft uses a recycled tin can and felt to make fun Frankenstein for holding treats, pencils or […]

Chestnut Pencil Toppers

These cute pencil critters are made from chestnuts, craft foam and toothpicks. There are lots of other ideas for chestnut […]

Paper Mache Leaf

You remember paper mache! Make gorgeous fall leaves from this classic medium.

Mosaic Acorn for Toddlers

Young children love to create and explore, so they’ll have a great time making this acorn mosaic craft by tearing […]

Sunflower Wreath

Make a beautiful sunflower wreath to hang indoors or outdoors. This bright and cheery decoration is perfect for summer and […]

Falling Leaves

Like a snow globe, this craft is interactive when you move it. Try this clever project that looks like trees […]

Shape Scarecrow

This cute scarecrow is made using basic shapes, including rectangles, circles, and triangles. It’s a great fall learning activity.

Burlap Wreath

Make your own burlap wreath using a wire coat hanger and a roll of burlap or burlap ribbon. It’s an […]

Candy Corn Treat Bags

Make your own candy corn treat bags with paper plates and some paint. These easy-t0-make containers are perfect for holding […]

Sunflower Welcome Sign

Dress up your front porch, hallway, or entryway with this pretty sunflower welcome sign. It’s great for late summer and […]

Mini Apple Magnets

These sweet little apple magnets are easy to make. They’re a wonderful gift to give a special teacher or use […]

Finger Knit Pumpkins

This fun project is a great way to introduce your kids to the joys of knitting. Using their fingers, they’ll […]

Leaf People

Grab the kids and head outside to gather colorful leaves to make adorable leaf people. Let your creativity shine this […]

Dinosaur Nightlight

Foster your child’s imagination by putting together a fabulous dinosaur nightlight. They can create whatever scene they want and rearrange […]

Pine Cone Pumpkins

Head outside to collect some pine cones to make this fun fall craft with your kids. It’s the perfect craft […]

Succulent Pumpkin

Create your own beautiful and natural succulent pumpkin decor for fall. It’s an elegant decoration and makes a wonderful gift. 

Lavender Candles

Use dried lavender stems to make these pretty lavender candles in mason jars. They make a wonderful gift for Mom, […]

Clothespin Art Center

Made from clothespins and crayon wrappers this is a fun way to display your kids’ artwork! A great homework holder […]

Pencil Hair Clips

Such a fun hair accessory for back to school! These hair clips are perfect for that little scholar in your […]

Peekaboo Apple Paper Plate

Peekaboo Apple Paper Plate Kids will love this colorful back-to-school craft. Make a bright red apple with a friendly worm […]