Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Seeded Paper Bookmarks

Seeded Paper Bookmark These seeded paper bookmarks serve two purposes. Use them to mark a page in your favorite book […]

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 […]

Painted Rock Garden Markers

Rocks and outdoor paint is all you will need to create these colorful garden markers that withstand the elements. They […]

Clothespin Mexican Dancing Doll

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

Plastic Spoon Flowers

Turn ordinary plastic spoons into a colorful garden the kids will love. This is a great project for spring or […]

Sheep Painted Rocks

Create these adorable sheep rocks using paint pens, smooth rocks, and a little bit of regular paint! This is a […]

Pastel Play Dough

This easy play dough recipe only takes 6 ingredients and a few minutes to make. You’ll be rolling, stamping, and […]

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 […]

Plastic Lid ladybugs

Use plastic milk jugs and paint to make these adorable little ladybugs. It’s a great way to use a material […]

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 […]

St. Patrick’s Day Activity Sheets

These fun St. Patrick’s Day printable activity sheets include all the iconic symbols of this holiday, like shamrocks, rainbows, leprechauns, […]

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! […]

Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap

Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap: In order to catch a leprechaun, you must have some bait to lure him in and […]

Lavender Bath Bombs

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

Valentine Slime

This bubblegum pink Valentine slime is sparkly, squishy, and provides endless sensory play. Sequin hearts, fine pink glitter, and pink […]

Secret Message Valentine

Learn how to make adorable secret message Valentines using watercolor paint to reveal the secret messages. Kids will love revealing […]

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 […]