Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Beaded Garden Sparkler

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

Cardboard Tube Alligator

Make a cute alligator from an empty paper towel tube. It’s perfect for Letter A Week, talking about the rainforest […]

Sports Cupcakes

Celebrate your love of sports with these these tasty cupcakes. There are instructions to make a soccer ball, baseball, tennis […]

Lavender Candles

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

Paper Plate Banjo

Use colorful paper plates, a paint stir stick, and rubber bands to create this fun banjo that kids will love […]

Comic Book Frame

Follow the step-by-step tutorial to learn how to use comic books and inexpensive frames to make a gift worthy of […]

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 […]

Clothespin Mexican Dancing Doll

Clothespin Mexican Dancing Doll Our pretty Mexican dancing doll wears a colorful dress and is ready to dance around to […]

Photo Holder for Mom

This photo holder is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day. Mom can use it to hang photos, cards, or anything […]

Plastic Spoon Bugs on a Branch

Make an entire tree of branches and colorful bugs using felt and plastic spoons. Make realistic insects or let your […]

Spring Crafts and Recipes

The official first day of spring usually occurs on March 20th, although some years it falls on the 21st or even […]

Zebra and Hippo Magnets

Make these two adorable magnets from cardstock and clothespins. A cute zebra and his pal the hippo are fun for […]

Cardboard Tube Chicken

This chicken is made from pipe cleaners and a recycled cardboard tube. It’s so cute, and perfect for a farm-themed […]

Flower Pot Shark

This adorable shark is made out of terra cotta pots and craft foam. It’s such a fun project to make!

Shamrock Stamping

Make your own shamrock shaped stamps from wine corks and a rubber band! It’s a great activity for St. Patrick’s […]

Leprechaun Hats

These cute leprechaun hats are made from Styrofoam coffee cups, pipe cleaners and paint! They make an adorable table decoration […]

How to Make a Pom Pom

Making a pom pom is as simple as wrapping yarn around your fingers and making some quick snips with scissors! […]

Lavender Bath Bombs

Learn how to make your own lavender bath bombs to use or give as gifts. When you pop one into […]

Craft Stick Barn

This cute barn craft would be a great activity for a farm themed birthday party.

Painted Rock Cactus

Learn how to make a clay pot garden, full of cactus painted rocks. This craft is fun for all ages […]

Conversation Marble Magnets

Inspired by conversation hearts, these glass gem magnets are a great Valentine’s Day gift for neighbors, friends and teachers. They’re […]

Family Photo Puzzle

Turn a photo of your family into a puzzle using a recycled cereal box, You can use any size of […]

Chinese New Year Door Hanger

Welcome good fortune into your home this year by making this fun door hanger for Chinese New Year! A glittery […]

Valentine Wine Glasses

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with special glasses you’ve painted yourself. It’s surprisingly easy to craft your own hand-painted glasses for Valentine’s […]

No-Knot Fleece Blanket

If you love those easy tie blankets you see everywhere but don’t enjoy the knobby knots on them, learn a […]

Snowflake Mason Jar Vases

Decorate for winter with beautiful snowflake mason jars. These snowflake vases with a chalk paint finish look great as a […]

Snowman Slime

Make sparkly, squeezable, stretchable snowman slime with iridescent glitter. With winter in full force, it provides hours of sensory play […]

Ox Pin or Magnet

Welcome the Year of the Ox with this fun craft. Add a pin to wear this felt ox, or put […]

Punxsutawney Phil Portrait

Punxsutawney Phil Portrait Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow or not? Are we in for in for 6 more weeks […]

Star Wand

Make some magical fun with this whimsical star wand. Decorate it however you’d like, as there is so much room […]

Cardboard Tube Polar Bear

Turn a cardboard tube into a polar bear in just a few steps. International Polar Bear Day is February 27th, […]

Build A Snowman Printable

Cut out the pieces of this adorable Build-a-Snowman printable to have fun creating your own snowmen. If you have a […]

Salty Snowflake Ornament

With just a little bit of salt, some tape and plastic lids, you can make this festive snowflake ornament. Hang […]

Paper Plate Party Animal

This fun kid’s craft is great for New Year’s or a birthday party! There’s so much room to be creative […]

Snowman Gum

Turn ordinary gum into an adorable collection of snowmen. This easy project is a great last minute gift, perfect to […]

Christmas Slime

Whip up a batch of glittery, squishy green and red Christmas slime with the kids! Pack it into jars to […]

Family Name Ornament

Family Name Ornament Personalize your Christmas tree with ornaments that spell out your family name. They’re so festive and fun! […]

Pop Out Christmas Tree

Pop-Out Christmas Tree This cute Christmas craft idea is suitable for young holiday enthusiasts and is great for developing scissor […]

Snowman Ornaments from Keys

These adorable snowman ornaments made from discarded keys are a great recycling project for kids. They’re perfect for decorating the […]

Holiday Cowbells

Turn cowbells into fun ornaments featuring Santa, Frosty, and Rudolph. Santa and friends will look great hanging on a tree, […]

Pom Pom Snowman

Turn pom poms and Styrofoam cups into an adorable snowman. After building a snowman outside, come in to warm up […]

Twisted Paper Ornaments

Looking for a unique and fun ornament to make this year? These twisted paper ornaments require just a handful of […]

Cereal Box Winter Diorama

If your kids are wishing they were outside playing in the snow, do the next best thing. Make an imaginary […]

Handprint Christmas Trees

These fun Christmas tree decorations are so cute, but what makes them special is that they’re made from handprints! What […]

Miniature Wreath Ornaments

These adorable little wreaths are made from plastic shower curtain rings, yarn, and ribbon. It’s an easy project with beautiful […]

Paper Angel

Paper Angel This angel comes together quickly with only a few items. It’s a fun project for Sunday school or […]

Recycled Denim Beaded Bracelet

Make this cute beaded bracelet from the seam of an old pair of jeans. It’s a fun recycling project, especially […]

Sweater Snowman

This adorable snowman is made from a recycled sweater! Learn how easy it is to turn an old sweater into […]

Snowman Cookies

These adorable snowman cookies are perfect as gifts or just for a fun afternoon of cookie making. Get the kids […]

Kwanzaa Placemat

Make woven placemats for Kwanzaa this year. Only a few supplies are needed to make this great craft.

Pasta Menorah

This beautiful menorah is made entirely from dry pasta noodles! Kids will love making their own menorah for Hanukkah. 

Craft Stick Santa Claus

Craft Stick Santa Claus This cute craft stick Santa is an easy ornament made with very few supplies. Put him together in […]