Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Barn Crafts and Recipes

Think of all the animals that live in a barn: horses, cows, sheep, pigs, chickens, goats, and more. We’ve gathered […]

Mom and Me Wooden Spoons

Mom and Me Wooden Spoons These cute little dolls made from wooden spoons can be personalized however you’d like. Use […]

Rainbow Dream Catcher

Dream catchers are fun to make and look so cool hanging on the wall. This version is simple for even […]

Campfire Marshmallow Cookies

Planning an indoor campout with the kids? This delicious campfire marshmallow cookie is perfect for any camping-themed party!

Hula Hoop Croquet

Even if your kids have never played traditional croquet, they’ll love this modified version–a cross between kickball and croquet! It […]

Band-aid Lightning Bugs

Turn band-aids and googly eyes into adorable lightning bugs. A fun project for the youngest of crafters.

DIY S’more Roasters

Here’s a fun craft to do before your next camping trip or cookout. Make your own s’more roasters using air-dry […]

Water Bottle Bowling

Turn plastic water bottles into colorful bowling pins! This is a great game for kids of all ages and is […]

Summer Camp Necklaces

Whether you are going camping or hosting a camping themed party, these necklaces will be a hit. All you need […]

Paper Plate Canteens

Turn paper plates into canteens for pretend play. They’re lots of fun for playing in a backyard tent or exploring […]

Friendship Bracelets

See how to create your very own friendship bracelets to share with friends! Create them together in colors of your […]

World’s Best Dad Trophy

World’s Best Dad Trophy Make Dad a shiny gold trophy for Father’s Day using foam cups. This trophy will show […]

I Love You Daddy Poem

I Love You Daddy Poem Give Dad a special gift that he will treasure for a long time. Personalize this […]

Homemade Kaleidoscope

Create beautiful patterns with this fun homemade kaleidoscope. It’s a great project to do at home or with a group.

Paper Bag Crafts for Kids

Bet you didn’t know there was an official “Paper Bag Day” did you?? Well, there is and it’s on July […]

Homemade Postcards

Gather up your fabric scraps and make some one-of-a-kind postcards that you can really mail! This is such a fun […]

Cardboard Tube Squirrel

Turn a cardboard tube, walnut and acorn cap into these cute squirrels. It’s the perfect recycling craft for fall that […]

Woven Cereal Box Sun

Using some cardboard from a cereal box and some yarn, your kids can make this adorable woven sun! It’s a […]

Glowing Campfire Craft

This glowing campfire is made with tissue paper and a tea light. Use it as a night light, for pretend […]

Camp Banner

Decorate construction paper with colorful buttons and hang this banner above your bunk, on the door or on the wall […]

Ice Cube Boats

The kids will have so much fun making these ice cube sail boats from a cup, a straw, and some […]

Origami Baseball Jersey

Learn how easy it is to turn a plain piece of paper into an origami baseball jersey. Then decorate it […]

Goldfish Bowl Night Light

Transform a dollar store vase and tissue paper into a cool night light for your room. No special tools or […]

Rainbow Button Wind Chime

Turn a rainbow of colorful buttons and recycled lids into this beautiful wind chime. It’s perfect for the garden, the […]

Craft Stick Beach Plaque

Gather the seashells you collected at the beach this summer and make this fun beach plaque. This is a great […]

Framed Sand Writing

Make memories of the beach by writing your name in the sand, photographing it and then framing it. Embellish the […]

Baseball Pen Holder

Felt and dimensional craft paint turn an ordinary vegetable or soup can into a fun baseball-themed pen or pencil holder. […]

Watermelon Grill

It only takes a few steps to turn a fresh watermelon into a grill that doubles as a serving vessel. […]

Duct Tape Sports Clipboards

Sports fans, coaches and dads will all love this easy-to-make gift. It’s a great choice for Father’s Day or at […]

Printable Toolbox Card

Simply print, cut and fold to make a cool dimensional toolbox card. It’s the perfect size to hold a gift […]

‘Dad Rocks’ Paperweight

Show Dad how much you love him with a homemade “Dad Rocks” paperweight. This is a wonderful gift for Father’s […]

Daddy’s Car Wash Kit

This Father’s Day, give Dad a bucket with his favorite car cleaning supplies. Don’t forget to offer a helping hand […]

Hardware Store Bow

Make this fun bow out of materials from the hardware store! It’s a fun way to wrap gifts for Dad […]

Beach Card for Father’s Day

Turn cardstock and sand into a one-of-a-kind Father’s Day card. Even the smallest of hands can help make this card […]

Felt Campfire Play Set

Make a campfire play set from felt for the kids! This set includes felt S’mores, graham crackers, chocolate bar, and […]

Hula Hoop Shark Game

Use dollar star hula hoops to make a fun shark ball game for kids of all ages. This is such […]

Beaded Garden Sparkler

The colorful beads of this garden sparkler dance with the sun. It sparkles and shines, and is the perfect adornment […]

Strawberry Scented Slime

Kids love playing with slime, and this scented version is extra fun! Make some with the kids today.

Starry Night Flashlight

Transform a regular flashlight into a starry night with a household flashlight and a scrap of vinyl in 20 minutes […]

Coffee Filter Poppy

Coffee Filter Poppy Poppy flowers are bright red with a dark center, a beautiful contrast that makes for a lovely project! Make […]

Changing Faces Cardboard Tube Dolls

Happy…sad…mad… these cardboard tube dolls are perfect for teaching emotions to young children. The ability to change faces on these […]

Military Clothespin Airplanes

Show your support for our military by making these clothespin airplanes made to look like vintage war planes! Kids will […]

Xylophone Windchime

  Turn a child’s xylophone into an awesome windchime. Bright colors and beautiful tones make this a nice gift for […]

Tulip Wreath

Make a gorgeous tulip wreath with just a handful of supplies and 10 bunches of colorful mini tulips. It looks […]

Flower Crown

Create a beautiful crown of flowers any girl will love. This hair accessory is perfect for a wedding, princess party, […]

Symmetry in Nature

Learn all about symmetry using natural objects. This is a great outdoor project for spring, summer or fall.

Egg Carton Flower Garden

Use paint and a few other simple supplies to turn an old egg carton in to a beautiful flower garden. […]

Paper Bag Puppets

Get creative with puppets made from paper bags and embellishments. This great project allows kids to make the puppets and […]

Tin Can Telephone

You remember the old tin can telephone game you played when you were a kid, don’t you? Your parents probably […]

Edible Finger Paints

Toddlers love to finger paint and with our edible homemade paints, you won’t have to worry about them sticking their […]

Wire Photo Holder

Make an inexpensive wire photo holder from scrap wood and floral wire. This easy photo display is a great gift for any […]

Mother’s Day Flower Art

Make a beautiful Mother’s Day flower art project with the kids! The tutorial includes a printable.

Wood and Wire Flowers

Use different shades of paint and some shaped wire to decorate bare wood flowers. Use the finished flowers as magnets, […]

Flower Brooch

This simple flower brooch makes a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma, or other special person in your life. It’s easy […]