Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Clay Pot Lighthouse

Use old clay pots to make this charming lighthouse! It’s so easy to do.

Pom Pom Rug

This soft, squishy rug is wonderful for a child’s playroom or reading corner. Use your favorite colors and super soft yarn to […]

Coffee Cookies

An imprint rolling pin is the secret to making these coffee-themed cookies. They’d make a fun treat for a teacher, […]

Constellation Cookies

These yummy cookies feature the Little Dipper and other famous constellations. They’re a great treat to accompany a space-themed party, […]

Hair Tie Bracelets

These stylish elastic bracelets double as hair ties. Make a bunch to give to friends!

Shooting Star Pinwheel

Use glittered cardstock and tulle to make a fun shooting star pinwheel. What a fun craft for summer!

Plastic Canvas Heart Coasters

Introduce kids to needlework with an easy plastic canvas project. These heart coasters are fun to make and not too […]

Donut Party

Host a Donut Party that everyone will love! The Donut Hole Cone and Donut Kebobs are fun, easy, and delicious.

Cardboard Tube Spiderman

Get the kids excited for the new Spiderman movie with this adorable Cardboard Tube Spiderman. It’s easy and inexpensive.

Pyrography Wooden Spoon

Personalize a wooden spoon using a wood burning tool and markers. This project makes a nice gift for someone who likes […]

Unicorn Forture Cookies

Turn ordinary fortune cookies into stunning unicorn cookies! This unique treat makes any occasion extra special.

Bald Eagle Picture Graph

Practice graphing skills with this fun bald eagle picture graph. The tutorial includes instructions for one-quadrant and four-quadrant graphing.

Shrink Plastic Jewelry

Create beautiful and unique jewelry using shrink plastic. Make earrings, a pendant, a ring, a keychain, or anything else you […]

Agate Beaded Suede Cord Bracelet

This agate beaded suede cord bracelet is suitable for jewelry-making beginners. It makes a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma, a […]

Twig Garden Markers

Twig garden markers are so cute and couldn’t be easier. They’re a great addition to the garden.

Donut Wreath

This colorful donut wreath makes every day sweeter! Make this pink donut with sprinkles or use your creativity to mimic […]

Turmeric-Dyed T-Shirt

Turmeric creates a brilliant yellow. Use it as an all-natural colorant to make your own custom tie-dye shirt.

Lego Candy Dispenser

Create a working candy dispenser using Legos. What a fun project for kids who love to build!

Paper Plate Chicken

These adorable chickens started out as paper plates. There’s so much room for creativity with this engaging craft.

Coffee Filter Grover

Use a coffee filter to make your very own Grover. This is a wonderful project to accompany ‘The Monster at […]

Paper Plate Hippo

Turn two paper plates into the cutest smiling hippo ever. It’s a fun project for kids interested in this amazing […]

Mini Camping Set

Get the kids excited about camping with this fun mini camping play set, perfect for pretend play. Bring the campsite […]

Rotini Noodle Sunflower

Create a dimensional sunflower craft using rotini noodles and pipe cleaners. It’s a fun project for young kids to try.

Paper Plate Fans

Turn paper plates into colorful fans that will keep you cool during the hot days of summer. It couldn’t be […]

Paper Plate Oyster

Make this easy oyster craft using just a paper plate, paint, and a cotton ball. Young crafters will love it!

Cardboard Aliens

Turn cardboard tubes into friendly aliens. Let your creativity go wild with this project!