Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Oreo Penguins

Turn Oreo cookies into adorably imperfect penguins. This is a fun project that kids will love.

Valentine Mailbox

Transform a dollar store find into a beautiful Valentine’s Day mailbox. Filled with candy or other treats, this is the […]

Flamingo Valentine

Show everyone how much you care this Valentine’s Day with flamingo valentines. They’re fun, cute and totally unique!

Tic-Tac-Toe Hearts

When you think Valentine’s Day, what comes to mind? Hearts, red & pink, and crafts, right? All three of those […]

Bunny Treats

Peas and carrots candy is so cute! It’s even more cute with an adorable bunny topper that’s fun and easy […]

Earmuff Penguin

What is cuter than a penguin? A construction paper penguin wearing earmuffs and a scarf! This is a great project […]

Super Bowl Party Favor

These candy-filled Super Bowl party favors are bound to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Make them in […]

Polar Bear Mask

The kids will love creating this cute polar bear mask! The furry texture is white tissue paper. This would be […]

Edible Menorah

Celebrate Hanukkah with an edible, healthy Menorah. For a party activity, put out plates of different veggies or fruit and […]

Santa’s Belly Napkin Rings

Turn felt and empty cardboard tubes into cute napkin rings that look like Santa’s belly. They’re perfect for Christmas dinner.

Holiday Found Poem

Challenge kids to create a poem from words cut from the newspaper, ransom-style! This one is Christmas themed, but this […]

Quilled Poinsettia Card

Create a unique Christmas card featuring a quilled poinsettia flower. It’s easy enough for quilling beginners to do.

Pet Memorial Heart Box

Create a memorial heart box to hold a beloved pet’s photo, collar, tags, or other memorabilia after they’ve passed. Customize […]

Pipe Cleaner Christmas Tree

This stunning Christmas tree, made from green pipe cleaners, is easier to make than it seems. It’s a fun project […]

Cork Reindeer

Turn a used cork into a cute little reindeer. It makes a fun ornament or topper for a gift.

Shredded Paper Snowman

Next time you empty the shredder, use the shredded paper to make these fun snowmen. It’s a great way to […]

St. Lucia and Star Boy Ornaments

Santa Lucia is a big part of Swedish (and other Scandinavian) holiday traditions. Honor that tradition by make these adorable […]

Concertina Angel

This paper angel craft just as much fun for grown-ups as it is for children. Make it together to get […]

Snoopy on Ice Picture Frame

Display your favorite winter photo with this fun Peanuts picture frame featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy. It’s perfect for […]

Diamond Art Gingerbread Family

This festive decoration features a gingerbread character for each member of the family, joined together with hearts. Each person can […]

Pipe Cleaner Wreath Ornament

Turn pipe cleaners into a festive wreath ornament. This simple project looks fantastic on the tree, as a gift topper, […]

Happy Holidays Santa Sign

Use Christmas die-cuts to make a super easy holiday sign that looks great. This is a fun craft for kids […]

Snowman Candy Pots

Turn a clay pot into an adorable snowman candy gift pot. It’s a great gift for teachers, the mail carrier, […]

Washi Tape Gift Tags

These adorable little gift cards take hardly any time at all to make. They start with index cards and washi […]

Paper Plate Christmas Tree Garland

Turn paper plates into a garland of beautiful Christmas trees! Decorate them with buttons, sequins, craft foam, construction paper, or […]

Milk Carton Dreidel

Playing the dreidel game and eating lots of gelt is one of the best parts about the Hanukkah celebration. To […]

Heart Diamond Art

Just because crafts come in a kit doesn’t mean you have to follow the directions! This heart was intended to […]

Paper Advent Wreath

Create a simple paper Advent wreath with your child. Then each Sunday, “light” another candle on the wreath as you […]

Dirty Pour Coasters

Paint pouring is so much fun and really easy to do. The tutorial explains three different techniques to get beautiful […]

Pilgrim Hat Crayon Holder

Turn construction paper and a paper cup into a fun crayon holder for your Thanksgiving table. Have each child make […]

Pez Dispenser Costume

Dress up like a reindeer Pez dispenser for Halloween… or for a Christmas party! This easy costume comes together quickly […]

Icebreaker Name Art

This name art project is the perfect icebreaker activity for the classroom or other group setting. Each letter in the […]

Kind People Foil Art

Have you ever tried crafting with plastic wrap and aluminum foil? Combine them with a coloring page to make unique […]

75+ Egg Carton Crafts

Egg cartons are a classic crafting material and for good reason – they’re versatile and you almost always have one […]

Bottle Cap Turkey Napkin Rings

Accessorize your Thanksgiving table with adorable bottle cap turkey napkin rings. Make them in advance for all the guests or […]

Wax Paper Window Card

This cheerful card features a wax paper window behind the plant. Send it to someone who needs a pick-me-up or […]

Sesame Street Crafts and Recipes

Sesame Street has been delighting young children since its debut in November 1969. Millions have grown up with Big Bird, […]

Money Bookmark Gift

Is there a reader on your gift list? Buy a book, then create a money bookmark to go with it! […]

Sparkly Unicorn Wall Art

Create unicorn wall art that sparkles and shines. Personalize it with glittered letter stickers.

Personalized Napkin Rings

Empty cardboard tubes make wonderful napkin rings. After decorating them, customize them with a Scrabble tile of each person’s initial.

Bat Favor Box

Turn a take-out carton into an adorable bat favor box, filled with all sorts of treats. It’s a great project […]

Craft Stick Alligator

This clever alligator craft is a great way to learn about greater-than and less-than. It works equally well for science […]

Mini Mummy

Help your kids make a mini mummy that will have them wrapped up in laughter. It’s a great Halloween project […]

Spoon Skeleton

Turn plastic forks and a spoon into a whimsical skeleton. Easy and fun for all ages and great for Halloween.

Bat Treat Boxes

These bats are adorable and hold a candy surprise inside. Any child would love to make (or receive!) these for […]

Native American Stick Game

Make your own version of a stick game popular with Native American tribes across the Southwest. It’s fun to make […]

Fall Acorn Napkin Rings

Create beautiful napkin rings for your fall table using a cardboard tube and acorns you gather yourself. It’s a wonderful […]

Leaf Crafts for Kids

Nature is beautiful year-round, but there’s something about the colors of fall that can take your breath away. Bring the […]