Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Candy Cane Reindeer

With a little yarn, some candy canes and lots of creativity, you can make your very own candy cane reindeer! […]

Santa’s Clothesline

Ho Ho Ho! Hang Santa’s clothesline from a shelf or even drape it on your tree for some whimsical fun!

Christmas Finger Puppets

What child doesn’t want to create and act in a play! These finger puppets will fill the playbill and continue […]

Cereal Box Snowman

Cereal Box Snowman Recycle an empty cereal box into this adorable snowman. This is a fantastic indoor activity on a […]

Holiday Gumdrop Pops

These adorable edible holiday characters will make a super fun project for the kids for Christmas.

Light Bulb Santa

This classic craft takes on a life of its own when you paint Santa’s face on a light bulb. Your […]

Reindeer Brownies

Serve adorable Reindeer Brownies at a holiday get-together. These tasty treats are fun to decorate and make for great holiday […]

Paper Snowmen

Make these simple paper snowmen to go with the book, Max and Mo Make a Snowman. This would be a […]

Clothespin Nativity

Make this adorable nativity scene to celebrate the reason for the season. A great way to share the story of […]

Mason Jar Lid Snowman

This cute snowman made from mason jar canning bands is sure to be a conversation piece. Part rustic, part modern, […]

Paper Bag Fireplace

This adorable craft will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. The best part is you can take this […]

Paper Plate Pilgrims

Made from paper plates, these pilgrims are a great preschool project for Thanksgiving day!

Pilgrim Hat Cookies

Cute pilgrim hat cookies that are easy to put together. Perfect for your Thanksgiving feast.

Paper Bag Turkey Leg

This turkey leg is filled with tasty snacks and makes an excellent place setting or table decoration for Thanksgiving. They’re […]

Craft Stick Turkey

Turn craft sticks into this fun, playful turkey! A great Thanksgiving craft for your kids. This also makes a fun […]

Decorated Sports Cookies

These cookies are perfect for the big game, a little league event, to celebrate victory, or just for fun! They’re […]

Strawberry Acorn Magnets

Head out for a nature walk, collect acorns, and then make these adorable faux strawberries. Use these fun magnets to […]

Homemade Gummy Candy

Want to have some fun in the kitchen with the kids? Make some homemade gummy candy!

Q-Tip Skeleton

This friendly little skeleton, made from Q-Tips, will add some fun to your Halloween décor.

Beaded Pumpkins

This craft is for all ages. Even the little ones can help to thread beads onto a pipe cleaner to […]

Clothespin Vampire Bats

Watch out…vampires are on the loose! Just in time to add some scare to your Halloween decorations.

Mummy Costumes

Mummy costumes are a classic choice for Halloween, and for good reason. They work equally well for boys and girls […]

Leafy Door Hanger

Leafy Door Hanger Celebrate the return of fall with a festive door decoration. Kids will love searching for the perfect […]

Owl Smores

These adorable owl smores are completely edible and a fun sweet snack for fall. These yummy treats are from Amy at […]

Plastic Cup Crow

This cute little crow is a perfect fall craft. It’s made from cups and paint and is really easy to […]

Egg Carton Cup Eyeballs

Get creative and turn these creepy eyeballs into a pin to wear. Or add a magnet and display them on […]

Avengers Bookmarks

Are your kids fans of The Avengers? Make these fun superhero-themed bookmarks out of craft sticks to encourage reading!

School Bead Necklace

Kids can help make this school-themed necklace with shrink plastic and wooden beads.

Clothespin Art Center

Made from clothespins and crayon wrappers this is a fun way to display your kids’ artwork! A great homework holder […]

Lunchbox Joke Cards

Make back-to-school season sweet with these funny Printable Lunchbox Jokes! Just print, cut, and tuck one in the lunchbox.

Water Bottle Flowers

Recycle the entire bottle, wrapper and all, when you make this fun craft. With a different fabric choice, you can […]

Bottle Cap Tambourine

Making musical instruments is always fun! Using recycled bottle caps and paper plates, you can make your own tambourine.

DIY Stained Glass

Have a blast indoors with this Stained Glass art. Kids of all ages will love it. If you’re not happy […]

Sand Casted Handprints

This fun summertime craft is a great way to create a fun keepsake that will last forever. Make summer vacation […]

Seashell Fish

Hunt for shells on the beach, then turn them into cute fish. They’re such a fun way to remember a […]

Egg Carton School Bus

Make this school bus from a recycled egg carton container, some paint, paper and pictures from a magazine. You can […]

Magnetic Dragonfly Clip

Make a colorful dragonfly clip that’s cute as can be. It’s perfect for holding artwork or notes on the fridge […]

Sequined CD Fish

A fun way to use up those old CD’s and DVD’s you have lying around. Turn them into sparkly fish!

Jellyfish in a Bottle

This is a totally creative and fun project made from a plastic bottle and a plastic grocery bag! Video below.

Printable Corner Bookmarks

Encourage the kids to keep up with their summer reading with these easy, printable corner bookmarks! They’re so cute and […]

Bug Village

A fun project using materials from your back yard. Gather acorns, twigs and stones and make this great nature craft.

Magazine Mosaic Flag

Celebrate Memorial Day, Flag Day, July 4th or any patriotic occasion with these fun mosaic flags. They’re a simple way […]

Personalized Seashell

  Personalized Seashell Here’s a great way for kids to save their treasures from the beach all in one place! […]

Wooden Spoon Shark

Make this adorable shark out of a wooden spoon, some craft foam and paint!

Popsicle Stick Bracelets

These budget-friendly Popsicle Stick Bracelets are so cute and a lot of fun to wear. Make a bunch to share […]

Solar System Cookie

This giant cookie is inspired by the solar system. Make this for a fun space-themed treat.

Candy Pretzel Crayons

These fun treats are made by dipping pretzels into colored candy melts. Great for back to school!

Blow Painting

Colorful monsters created from paint splotches. No two are ever the same!

Sand Cast Starfish

Bring the beach home with this fun sand cast starfish project. Be sure to read the sand casting cleanup tips […]

Springtime Globe

Springtime Globe This project is a twist on the traditional snow globe. It features fabric flowers, plastic figures, and a […]

Strawberry Necklace

Have the kids paint a walnut to make this faux strawberry necklace they can wear.

Clothespin Dinosaurs

Clothespins are just the right supply to make these fun chomping dinosaurs with the kids! The tutorial includes a pattern to make […]