Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cookie Monster Cake

Cookie Monster made his Sesame Street debut during the very first episode in November of 1969. Since then, millions of […]

Flavored Sanding Sugars

Learn how easy it is to make your own sanding sugars (sprinkles) in your favorite colors and flavors! Use them […]

Paper Plate Rainbow Craft

This adorable paper plate craft is a great way to teach kids that rainbows require both sun and rain. Pair […]

Cereal Box Record Player

Turn an empty cereal box and construction paper into a record player. The tutorial includes instructions for making an Elvis […]

Plum Blossom Tree

  Plum Blossom Tree Make this pretty plum blossom tree craft to celebrate the coming spring. Plum blossoms are considered […]

Bunny Napkin Holder

These cute little bunnies are hopping right on to your dinner table napkins. They are fun for little hands to […]

Heart Twinkie Dessert

Learn how easy it is to turn an ordinary Twinkie into a gorgeous heart. This elegant dessert is great for […]

Clothespin Mermaids

Create a cute set of mix-and-match mermaids from clothespins, construction paper, scrapbook paper, and ribbon. Your mermaid fan will have […]

Paper Plate Pot of Gold

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this paper plate pot of gold. It’s an easy craft and fun for young children.

Cat in the Hat Toss

Turn an empty oatmeal container into a hat that looks just like the one the Cat in the Hat wears. […]

Snake Finger Puppets

Use the printable to make your own snake finger puppet for fun pretend play. Print a colorful design or a […]

Strawberry Cupcakes

Decorate cupcakes to look like strawberries! These cute cupcakes are great for a strawberry-themed birthday party, a Valentine’s Day treat, […]

Money Valentine Cards

Learn how to make two different valentines that feature money. These clever ideas can be adapted for other holidays and […]

Raspberry Heart Hot Cocoa

Learn how to make raspberry hearts, which melt in hot cocoa to create a delicious raspberry cocoa. It’s a fun […]

Paper Plate Porcupine Fish

Porcupine fish blow themselves up with air or water to double their size and intimidate enemies. Porcupine fish further intimidate […]

Mickey Chocolate Dipped Valentine

These adorable Mickey chocolate-dipped cookies will win your Valentine’s heart. Your Disney fans will love making these for the ones […]

Bald Eagle Picture Graph

Practice graphing skills with this fun bald eagle picture graph. The tutorial includes instructions for one-quadrant and four-quadrant graphing.

Cardboard Tube NFL Referee

Make your own NFL referee from a cardboard tube. Include the removable mask, or leave it off for the non-pandemic […]

Mardi Gras Handprint Mask

Trace your child’s handprints to add a very personal touch to this printable mask. It’s definitely a one-of-a-kind project for […]

Mardi Gras Cereal Treat

Celebrate Mardi Gras with this delicious cinnamon cereal treat, inspired by king cake. It’s not the usual rice krispie treat […]

Paper Plate Traffic Lights

Paper plates and construction paper become traffic lights. This craft is perfect to do during Transportation Week.

Tissue Paper Carnations

Tissue Paper Carnations Learn how easy it is to make a bouquet of carnations to give to someone special. This […]

Salt Dough Conversation Heart Magnets

Salt Dough Conversation Hearts Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these adorable conversation heart magnets made from salt dough. Make one for […]

Winter Mint Snowflakes

Make a batch of these delicious winter mint snowflake candies. They’re yummy on their own and fantastic melted in warm […]

Paper Plate King Cake

Celebrate Mardi Gras with this festive paper plate king cake craft. It’s great fun to make it right before enjoying […]

Valentine Pom Pom Monsters

These fluffy Valentine Pom Monsters are easy to make and fun to give. They’re so cute you’ll probably want to […]

Chinese Red Lantern

Chinese New Year ends with a traditional Lantern Festival. Make your own Chinese lantern, decorate it with glittery gold, and […]

Easy Homemade Valentine Cards

Easy Homemade Valentines   These cute little Valentines are much easier than they look! Whether you use construction paper or […]

Conversation Heart Mailbox

Conversation Heart Mailbox Make your own conversation heart mailbox, perfect for collecting Valentine’s Day cards and gifts. It’s easy to […]

Handprint Dove

This simple Handprint Dove is great for Martin Luther King Day, as well as the International Day of Peace (September […]

Cupid Heart Card

  Cupid Heart Card   This Cupid heart card is a sweet way to say “Happy Valentine’s Day” to a […]

Hinged Pokeball Valentine

Pokeman fans will love receiving this “I Choose You!” Pokeball valentine. It’s made with paper plates and hinged so it […]

Valentine Owl

Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable owl that is perfect for Valentine’s Day! This fun craft is easy […]

Egg Penguin

This adorable little penguin is made from a wooden egg. What a fun wintertime decoration to make and display!

Dino-Mite Dinosaurs

Tell friends and family how dino-mite you think they are with this cute paper plate valentine. The tutorial has instructions […]

Mini President Figurines

Celebrate President’s Day by making mini figurines of great leaders from history. It’s a wonderful way to tie art into […]

Potted Hearts

Gather up all your fabric scraps and make some cute potted hearts. This is a wonderful project for a sewing […]

Standing Polar Bear

This adorable polar bear craft stands up on its own! The pom pom nose and tail add the perfect finishing […]

Lego Candy Dispenser

Create a working candy dispenser using Legos. What a fun project for kids who love to build!

Polar Bear Paw Print Art

This stunning Arctic craft uses watercolor, ink and oil pastel to create a beautiful winter scene of a polar bear […]

MLK Day Peace Craft

This peace handprint craft is inspired by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It is a wonderful way […]

Tin Can Snowman

This cute snowman is made with tin cans and homemade puffy paint. Hang your snowman inside or out and enjoy […]

Dimensional Skier Craft

Create a dimensional skier using construction paper, felt, and other common materials. It’s a fun projects for kids to do […]

Cream Cheese Penguins

These cream cheese penguin appetizers are as cute as can be! They’re such a fun and tasty winter snack.

Tow Mater Cookie Treat

Decorated with candies and marshmallows, these cookie treats pay tribute to the Tow Mater, who is always willing to lend […]