Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Backyard Twister Game

Play Twister in the grass, with no mat needed. What a great way to have some fun in the sun! 

Cardboard Tube Spiderman

Superhero fans will love making this fabulous Cardboard Tube Spiderman. It’s easy and inexpensive.

Outer Space Picture

Use watercolor paints and a splatter effect to create this fun piece of art inspired by outer space. Make it […]

Cookie Monster Freakshake

These Cookie Monster Freakshakes couldn’t be cuter. They’re so much fun to make and just as much fun to eat!

Cardboard Tube Wonder Woman

Turn a cardboard tube into Wonder Woman! This cute superhero craft is a fun way to honor all the Wonder […]

Cardboard Tube Jellyfish

This Cardboard Tube Jellyfish couldn’t be cuter! It’s a great craft to teach your kids about recycling and lots of […]

Old Glory Pennant

  Old Glory Pennant Use a paper grocery bag to make this patriotic pennant to hang on your wall. This […]

Craft Stick Beach Plaque

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

Muppets Crafts and Recipes

Do you love those adorable puppets known as The Muppets? Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear and a host […]

Marshmallow Edible Paint

Create tasty rainbows or any colorful treat you can dream up with this Marshmallow Edible Paint. It’s fun for crafters […]

Picnic Crafts and Recipes

It’s summer and families everywhere are enjoying barbecues and picnics. International Picnic Day falls on June 18th and then July […]

Pop Bottle Wind Spinner

Put kids to work recycling those old empty soda bottles and turning them into fun wind toys. They’re so pretty […]

Recycled Ladybug Jar

This adorable ladybug jar is a great recycling project for kids. Use this cutie to hold school supplies, small toys, […]

Sand Crafts and Activities

Playing in sand is a great sensory activity, and so much fun! Kids can build, scoop, and mash, creating, destroying, […]

Uncle Sam Treat Holders

Uncle Sam Treat Holders Decorate your table this Fourth of July with these adorable treat holders made to look like […]

Styrofoam Cup Sea Crabs

These adorable crabs are made from Styrofoam coffee cups and pipe cleaners. What a fun and colorful beach craft for […]

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 […]

Hula Hoop Shark Game

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

Bendable Fabric Flower

Make a colorful, bendable flower using scrap pieces of fabric and pipe cleaners. This is a great spring project, perfect […]

Baseball Plaque

Use a round wooden plaque and clear backed stickers to make this fun baseball themed plaque. It makes a great […]

Tie Dye Socks

These adorable socks and colorful and fun and even the little ones can get involved. Make enough for the whole […]

Paper Bag Tiger Puppet

Make this cute paper bag tiger for a zoo-themed party, as a Cub Scout project, during the Year of the […]

Playdough Monsters

How cute are these!? Make adorable monsters from squished homemade kool-aid play dough, wiggle eyes and a few embellishments.

Strawberry Crafts and Recipes

National Strawberry Month takes place in May. Strawberries are fun and colorful and a favorite among the young crafting set. Whether […]

Blue Jean Bag

Turn old jeans into a fabulous purse or tote to hold all your stuff. This is a great project for […]

Paper Bag Puppets

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

Pipe Cleaner Crafts for Kids

Kids love to create pipe cleaner crafts (aka chenille stems!). We’ve collected over 500 ideas for using these fun materials in […]

Cardboard Tube Coiled Snakes

These cute little snakes are made from cardboard tubes. Be realistic or creative with the colors and patterns you choose!

Recycled CD Spring Lamb

This cute CD lamb is great for spring, Earth Day, Easter or just anytime your kids want a quick and […]

Family Photo Magnets

Make fun magnets from family photos. This is a great way to capture those fun vacation moments or create gifts […]

Forever Fish Tank

This adorable little fish tank craft is the perfect project for someone who wants a no-maintenance pet. Make your own […]

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 […]

Animal Hair Clips

Make these sweet animal hair clips for your little girl. These fun barrettes can be customized with your favorite colors […]

Cardboard Fashion Rings

These cute, fashionable rings are made from recycled cardboard and fabric. Girls will have so much fun stretching their creativity […]

Musical Instrument Crafts

Kids love to make music and it doesn’t matter when or where. Singing, banging, and strumming are great fun! August 24th […]

Tissue Box Critter

This adorable critter is actually a tissue box cover! Make this cute little guy from decorative paper and other fun […]

Strawberry Treat Cups

These cute little cups are perfect for a strawberry party or just to brighten the neighbors’ day. Fill the pretty […]

Batman Wrist Cuffs

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

Coffee Filter Butterfly

These colorful Coffee Filter Butterflies are so much fun to make because each is unique. They’re great to make while […]

Garden Crafts for Kids

April is National Garden Month. What a great excuse to get outside and get your hands dirty! Still too cold […]

Cupcake Liner Birds

These adorable birds are made from cupcake liners. Pick different colors and make a whole flock.

430+ Yarn Crafts for Kids

You don’t have to know how to crochet or knit to make fun yarn crafts for kids. There are so […]

Football Pen Holder

Start with a recycled can and some felt to make this football pen holder for Father’s Day. Change the message […]

Clay Pot Bee

This terra cotta pot bee is such a fun craft for kids. It’s so bright and cheery, perfect for spring. 

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 […]

Cardboard Tube Binoculars

Turn empty cardboard tubes into a pair of binoculars that are perfect for pretend play. Use them indoors or out. 

Cardboard Tube Beaded Butterfly

Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into adorable butterflies for spring! Attach a magnet and stick it on the fridge or attach […]

75+ Recycled Can Crafts

There are plenty of fun can crafts you can make using coffee cans, vegetable and tomato cans, and even tuna […]

Cardboard Tube Superman

Make this fun Superman craft using a cardboard tube and construction paper. It’s easy using the free pattern included in […]

Veggie Monsters

These are the cutest edible monsters ever! Check out all the different combinations you and your kids can make with […]

Passover Crafts for Kids

Passover, the English term for Pesach, is a Jewish holiday that celebrates and remembers the Jewish exodus from Egypt. Passover […]