Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Black Cat Pumpkins

Want to avoid the mess and hassle of carving pumpkins, but still want some fun decorations for Halloween? Try painting pumpkins instead […]

Colorful Painted Squash

Use acrylic paint to create a colorful accent for the harvest table using a squash or other fall vegetable. It’s […]

Duct Tape Prisoner Costume

Looking for a last minute costume idea? This Prisoner Costume is so easy to make using duct tape and clothing […]

Little House Piggy Bank

Use patterned papers and trims to decorate a ceramic bank to look just like a little house. Be as realistic […]

Painted Rock Pumpkins

Turn rocks into jack ‘o lanterns with this great family craft idea. Each person can personalize their rock to make their […]

Halloween Paper Plate Spider

Turn a paper plate into a friendly spider to decorate for Halloween. The tutorial also has instructions to make a […]

Boardwalk Craft

Use mini craft sticks and photo-realistic patterned papers to recreate your favorite boardwalk. It’s a fun way to remember a […]

Zombie Candy Cups

Zombie Candy Cups, filled with ‘blood-stained’ candy bones or hot and spicy blood red candies, make ghoulish treats for Halloween. […]

Paper Plate Volcano

Turn a paper plate into an active volcano. Adding the ‘lava’ is so much fun!

Nature Portrait Collage

Get out into nature and challenge the kids to create portraits with natural materials. You’ll be amazed by the creativity!

Leaf Earrings

Create beautiful earrings with colorful fall leaves. You’ll be amazed by how easy it is to do!

Hanger Heart Wreath

Use a clothes hanger as the base for a heart-shaped wreath. There are instructions to make both the wreath with […]

Mini Cactus

Decorate for your next fiesta with this simple mini cactus. It couldn’t be easier!

Paper Plate Beaver

Turn a paper plate into the world’s second largest rodent, the beaver. The tutorial includes fun facts about this interesting […]

Paint Chip Bookmark

Turn a paint chip that you no longer need into a cute bookmark. Personalize it with a message or the […]

Pasta Butterflies

These beautiful butterflies are made from painted pasta and displayed in mini flowerpots. Give it a try!

Reversible Library Bag

Be ready for the next trip to the library with this reversible library bag. It’s made from two fat quarters, […]

Excavator Lunch

This clever excavator is made of meat and cheese with nori windows and a straw arm. The tutorial is written […]

Fish Pillow

This adorable fish pillow is an easy project for sewing novices to tackle. Use your creativity when choosing the body […]

Magical Mermaid and Fairy Lanterns

Use baby food jars, battery-operated tea lights and fun decorations to create one-of-a-kind fairy and mermaid jars. It’s a fun […]

Chocolate Jack-O-Lantern Bowls

Make Chocolate Jack-O-Lantern Bowls for Halloween using a plastic bowl as a mold. Fill them with candy or yummy no-churn […]

Furry Monster Headband

Make this friendly, furry monster headband to wear this Halloween. It’s easy to do with just a few simple, inexpensive craft […]

Marbled Switch Plate Covers

Adding colorful switch plate covers is an easy way for teens to decorate their rooms without major effort or expense. […]

Painting Rocks with Markers

These ‘painted’ rocks are fun, fast, and simple. You can create personalized paper weights, or just pretty inspirational works of […]

Twirling Paper Monsters

These not-so-spooky Twirling Paper Monsters are great fun for kids to make for Halloween. Let your creativity go wild!

Polymer Clay Pens

Kids of all ages will enjoy making their own polymer clay pens. It’s easy and fun and there are so […]

Oreo Spider Bites

These tasty Oreo Spider Bites are made of delicious Oreo truffles, chocolate legs and candy eyes. These treats are great […]