Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Kermit the Frog Card

Create a card shaped like Kermit the Frog! It’s sure to wow any Muppets fan.

Pretzel Butterfly Lunch

Make lunchtime lots of fun with pretzel butterflies that kids make themselves. There are lots of possibilities for fun and […]

Superhero Hooded Towel

These superhero towels make water play and bathtime extra fun. The tutorial shows how to make Batman, Captain America, and […]

Mixed Media Volcano

These volcanoes are made with watercolors, construction paper, tissue paper, and cotton balls. Make these with young children studying the […]

Matzo House

Work together as a family to make a stunning house out of matzo and other edible materials. It is so […]

C-Food for Lunch

Delight the kids by serving “C-food” for lunch! It’s fun for young kids who developing fine motor control and letter […]

Garland Chick

Craft an easy garland chick that has lots of personality. This fun chick can sit on your Easter table or […]

Our State Beverage

Did you know that 28 states have an official State Beverage? This tutorial includes instructions for most of them, including: […]

Olympic Flag Fuse Bead Pattern

Follow the pattern to make an Olympic Flag out of fusible beads. Your children will enjoy learning more about the […]

Paper Plate Toucan

Turn a paper plate, construction paper, and tissue paper into the cutest toucan you’ve ever seen! The tail feathers are […]

Felt Seder Plate

Incorporate Passover traditions into imaginative play with this fun felt Seder plate. Make it together as a family.

Twinkie Bird on a Stick

Turn Twinkies snack cakes into adorable birds for a fun springtime craft. It’s easy to do and they’re fun to […]

Paper Tulip Bouquet

These beautiful construction paper tulips are sure to brighten someone’s day! Make this bouquet as a gift for Mother’s Day […]

Kite Paper Craft

Turn scraps of construction paper or other materials to create this spring scene. The kites look so cute soaring high […]

Lorax Lunch

Serve a tasty lunch inspired by Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax. It’s easy to make and such a fun way to […]

Cardboard Tube Puppy

Make an adorable puppy using empty cardboard tubes. The detailed, step-by-step photos make it easy!

Trash Rainbow Collage

Celebrate Earth Day by sorting through clean trash or recyclables to make a colorful rainbow. This is a great way […]

Leprechaun Hat Treat Cups

Turn ordinary snack-sized plastic storage containers into adorable leprechaun hats that will hold tasty treats. Allow enough time for multiple […]

Plastic Spoon Flowers

Create a collection of colorful flowers using plastic spoons. These adorable flowers make wonderful place cards for a spring event.

Snake Doodle

Turn a doodle into a drawing of some of the most beautifully colored and patterned snakes of the United States. […]

Encouragement Toast

Show your love and support with this encouraging breakfast. It’s perfect for the morning of a big test, presentation, audition, […]

A Trio of Dr. Seuss Snacks

These three snacks are each inspired by a different Dr. Seuss classic. The tutorial includes the printable to make the […]

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 […]

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.

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 […]

Handprint Dove

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

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 […]