Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Construction Paper Dragon

Let your imagination run wild when making your own construction paper dragon. It’s easy to do and fun to see […]

Hummingbird Gift Bag

Create a beautiful gift bag featuring a completed coloring page. It’s a wonderful way to display coloring pages and tailor […]

Butterfly Snack Clips

Make snacking fun (and super cute!) with these Beautiful Butterfly Snack Clips. They are so easy and fun to make!

Cactus Crafts for Kids

Did you know there is a National Cactus Day? It’s celebrated each year on May 10. Cactus crafts are also […]

Olympics Bracelet

This easy pony bead bracelet is inspired by the Olympic flag. It’s a fun craft to do while watching the […]

Mickey Parade Waver

Going to the parade? Let Mickey lend you a hand waving on your favorite floats! The bright white felt glovereally […]

Sweet Dreams Weaving Practice

This adorable construction paper craft lets kids practice weaving skills. This project is cute on its own, but looks even […]

Fruit Kabob Place Cards

These fruit kabobs are not only tasty, but they’re functional too! Make them ahead of time, or have the guests […]

Puzzle Piece Alien

Turn a puzzle piece into a friendly alien! This easy craft gives kids a ton of opportunity to exercise their […]

O is for Olympics

Put an Olympic twist on learning letters with this fun alphabet craft. This simple activity is perfect for young crafters […]

Beaker BLT Wraps

Here’s an edi­ble ver­sion of Beaker that’s sure to bring a smile to Mup­pet fans young and old. Healthy, tasty, […]

Pringles Can Beaver Craft

Use construction paper and a few other basic materials to turn Pringles cans into a colony of beavers. It’s easy […]

Handprint Monarch Butterfly

Turn your handprints into a monarch butterfly! This beautiful animal is the official state insect of seven states.

Happy Camper Craft

This fun craft will help get kids excited about an upcoming camping trip, or to help them remember the fun […]

Sports Crafts & Recipes

Sports are such an important part of life. They teach camaraderie, teamwork, and fun. Sports get kids outside and unplugged […]

Polka Dot Surprise Cake

Believe it or not, this stunning cake is simple to make, even for beginners. If your children are old enough […]

Shadow Portraits

Create super cool self portraits, complete with shadow! This easy art project is inexpensive and a lot of fun.

Sunset Desert Painting

Even beginners can create a pretty desert sunset painting. Just follow the simple steps!

Footprint Alien

Turn your footprint into a friendly alien with this fun craft. Kids will particularly love the splatter technique to make […]

Mini Camping Set

Get the kids excited about camping with this fun mini camping play set, perfect for pretend play. Bring the campsite […]

Ice Cube Boats

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

Colored Rice American Flag

Celebrate the United States by making a colorful rice version of the American flag. This craft is wonderful craft for […]

Jello Jar Monsters

Use your creativity to turn ordinary jello cups into cute, scary, or silly monsters. This fun and easy treat is […]

Traffic Light Craft

This traffic light project is designed specifically to teach children about traffic safety. It’s a must for parents of preschoolers […]

Fozzie Bear Cookies

Muppets fans (and everyone else) will love these peanut butter cookies made to look like Fozzie Bear. It’s a great […]

Liberty Bell Collage

Pair a study of the Liberty Bell with this fun collage project. They look beautiful hanging together in a classroom.

Juice Box Robots

What do you get when you combine a juice box with some candy? The cutest robots you’ve ever seen! These […]

Alien Balloon Craft

Turn two balloons into a friendly alien for a space-themed party. This tutorial has lots of other ideas for other […]

Rainbow Doodle

Doodling is very relaxing and a good way to loosen up and be creative without too much concentration. Give this […]

String Cheese Pencils

These cute string cheese pencils are great fun for Back to School, Teacher Appreciation Day or any other school-themed event. […]

CD Peacock

Turn your handprints and an old CD into an eye-catching peacock. This colorful craft is so much fun!

Olympic Torch Craft

  Olympic Torch Craft Celebrate the Olympic Games by making this super simple ceremonial Olympic torch craft. Create your own […]

Fireworks Spin Art Paintings

Create beautiful fireworks paintings using spin art! This is great fun for kids of all ages to do for New […]

Watercolor Hamburger

Learn how to paint a delicious looking hamburger using watercolors. It’s a fun project that kids enjoy.

Paper Plate Seagull

Turn a paper plate into a seagull with this fun craft. It’s quick and easy to do, and is a […]

Beach-Themed Snack

This beach-themed snack cup is as easy to make as it is tasty to eat. It’s a fun treat for […]

Flag Flashcards

Have your kids create their own flashcard set using recycled cereal boxes, construction paper and a glue stick. When the […]

Hedgehog Truffles

These rich, chocolatey truffles look like adorable little hedgehogs. They are a tasty treat and so easy to make.

Banana Split Cupcakes

These cupcakes feature all the flavors of a banana split with none of the melting! It’s such a fun treat […]

How to Draw a Chicago Dog

Learn how to draw a Chicago-style hot dog with all the proper fixins’. Remember, a Chicago Dog never has ketchup!

Father’s Day Flamingo

Flamingo Dads are the best! Tell your dad how much you love and appreciate him with this adorable flamingo card.

Peanut Picnic Ants

Transform peanut shells into a trail of ants at a picnic. Take peanuts along on an actual picnic, save the […]

Bald Eagle Pear

Combine pears, white chocolate, coconut, and cashews to make bald eagles for your July 4th table. While they perhaps are […]

Pineapple Candle

Create a beautiful candle that looks (and smells!) like a pineapple. What a great gift to give to someone special!

Golf Flamingo

Turn a golf ball and tee into a feathered flamingo. This makes a fun gift for Dad or anyone who […]

Draw a Realistic Popsicle

Learn how to draw a realistic popsicle. Use patriotic colors or switch them out to whatever you’d like!

Olympic Athletes Craft

Use your creativity to pose Olympic athletes on and around the Olympic rings. This paper craft can be done individually […]

Abstract Butterfly

This abstract butterfly craft is inspired by the artwork of Alexander Calder. It uses pipe cleaners and clay to mimic […]

Donut Cake

Bake a cake shaped like a giant donut that will delight that special birthday kid. It’s about as easy as […]

Pineapple Macarons

Turn store-bought macarons into adorable little pineapples! This craft is so easy to do and couldn’t be cuter.

Knight Collage

This knight collage is an easy and fun craft made with aluminum foil and other basic craft materials. Kids will […]

Pipe Cleaner Snake

Turn pipe cleaners, googly eyes and felt into a cute little snake. It’s a fun, easy and inexpensive craft for […]

Donut Birthday Banner

Turn chipboard and cardstock scraps into a colorful banner of donuts! This festive banner is a great way to decorate […]