Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Olympics-Themed Note Card

An Olympics-themed party is fun any time, but is especially great during an Olympic year. These note cards can be […]

Olympic-Themed Treat Cups

Make these treat cups for an Olympics watching party or an Olympics-themed birthday party. They’re easy to do and are […]

Graduation Card

A homemade card is a wonderful way to celebrate a special graduate. It’s easy to customize to match any school […]

Triangle Mosquito Art

This project starts as a basic geometry lesson about the types of triangles. Googly eyes turn it into a mosquito.

Chinese Theater Handprint Craft

This easy handprint craft is inspired by the many celebrities honored in the forecourt at the Chinese Theater in Hollywood. […]

Inspirational Painted Canvas

Use a favorite Bible verse or inspirational quote to create a meaningful canvas for yourself or someone special. It’s easy […]

Pickle Jar Vase

It only takes a few minutes to turn an empty pickle jar into a beautiful vase. It’s an inexpensive and […]

Expressive Flower Painting

Even young crafters can create beautiful paintings of flowers using the expressive style. Display the paintings as is, or turn […]

Strawberry Tablecloth Holders

Use rocks to create cute little strawberries to bring along on your next picnic. They do a great job holding […]

Funfetti Pretzel Pillow

Turn a pair of whimsical tube socks into an adorable pretzel pillow! No sewing machine is required – just some […]

Trash to Treasure Strawberry

Have you ever wondered what to do with the containers that come from gumball machines? One option is to turn […]

Cascarones

Cascarones are confetti-filled eggs that are popular at Mexican celebrations. They’re not very difficult to make and cracking them open […]

Strawberry Piñata

Make your own strawberry piñata with just a few simple supplies. Because a strawberry is shaped like a balloon, it’s […]

Sombrero Kitties

Turn marshmallows and other tasty goodies into these adorable kitties. Los gatos are ready for la fiesta!

Fingerprint Flag of Mexico

Use your fingerprints to color the Mexican flag. This easy craft is a great choice for a Cinco de Mayo […]

Mini Piñata Mariachi

This adorable mariachi is a miniature piñata in disguise. It all starts with a cardboard tube.

Cactus Piñata

Turn cardboard and crepe paper into a festive cactus piñata! It’s great fun for Cinco de Mayo or any fiesta.

Flower Panels

Turn cardboard and plastic wrap into beautiful flower panels. This is a wonderful project to do during spring.

Grass Crown for Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day with a Grass Crown made from a paper bag. This easy craft is great fun for toddlers […]

Tree Stump Natural Loom

Transform a tree stump into a loom for the backyard! Kids will love to create beautiful weaving projects with leaves, […]

Foiled Birthday Button

Celebrate a special birthday with this festive button! It’s easy to make and a fun way to let everyone know […]

Pom Pom Teapot

This cute little pom pom teapot is so easy to make. It’s fun for doll-sized tea parties, as a pencil […]

Birthstone-Inspired Pendants

These birthstone-inspired pendants are so easy to make. Wear them as jewelry, turn them into keychains, or attach them to […]

Simulated Braille Name Art

This name art teaches kids about Braille and increases their understanding of blindness and vision loss. It’s easy to do […]

Felt Bunny Electronics Case

This cute felt container can hold hand-held video games or other electronics. It’s a great sewing project for a beginner.

Jelly Bean Topiary

Create a beautiful spring decoration using jelly beans! These topiaries look great as centerpieces and also make a thoughtful gift.

Rabbit Finger Puppet

Use felt to make this no-sew rabbit finger puppet. It’s easy to do and a fun little project.

Cotton Ball Bunny

Use cotton balls and seed beads to make the cutest little bunny! Pose the ears to communicate messages just like […]

Bunny Lunch

Make lunch time extra special with this adorable bunny-themed lunch. It’s made of healthy ingredients and is easy to do.

Easter Egg Potato Prints

Carve an Easter Egg pattern into a potato, then paint it and start stamping! Adults should carve the potatoes, but […]

Sheep Cupcakes

These delicious sheep cupcakes are decorated with homemade candy clay (only two ingredients that you probably have on hand!) and […]

Reverse Picture Frame

This Reverse Picture Frame has the photos ON the frame instead of IN the frame. It’s an excellent way to […]

Fork-Painted Leprechaun

Create an adorable leprechaun for St. Patrick’s Day. His hat is made from construction paper and his beard is painted […]

Pie Crust Message

Spell out a name, a word or a special message using pie crust! It’s a great way to make snack […]

Pie Crust Crafting

Cut pie crust scraps into rectangles, triangles and squares, then put them together to make anything you can dream up! […]

Wire Heart Necklace

This simple, inexpensive wire jewelry project is great for beginners because it only requires a few inches of wire and […]

Heart-Shaped Carrots

These carrots look absolutely darling in a Valentine’s Day salad. Just make a few simple cuts and peels, then slice […]

K Cup Snowman

Use full K-Cups to make a fun winter gift for someone special. Or, use recycled K-Cups to make a snowman […]

Melted Crayon Heart Art

This beautiful project uses the old, broken crayons that aren’t great for coloring anymore. It’s easy to do and fun […]

Pretzel Snowflakes

Turn stick pretzels into beautiful snowflakes. Salty and sweet meet with this delicious winter craft!

Eye Heart U Valentine

Show someone special how much you love them with this simple valentine. This easy project is fun for even the […]

Popsicle Stick Love Craft

Turn craft sticks into a fun Valentine’s Day wall hanging. Follow the directions exactly or use your own creativity to […]

Candy Crush Color Bomb Ring

Candy Crush fans will love this fabulous Color Bomb Ring! It also makes a fun keychain, zipper pull or decoration […]

Tessellation Art

Combine math and art in this fun learning activity! Every tessellation project turns out completely different from the rest.

Snippy Snowman

Snowflakes are so much fun to make, but they’re even better when you turn them into snowmen! What a great […]

Stained Glass Pasta

Can you believe this beautiful faux stained glass is actually made with pasta?! It’s a great project for any time […]

Birch Tree Painting

This beautiful painting project is easy enough for preschoolers and fun for crafters of any age. It’s a wonderful project […]

Handprint Polar Bear

Use your handprint to make a cute polar bear! This fun craft is perfect for winter.

Textured Polar Bear

Use rice or coconut flakes to create a cool fur texture on a polar bear project. It’s easy and a […]

Polar Bear Pastel Art

This polar bear landscape art project uses pastels and is inspired by Canadian artist Ted Harrison. It’s a lot of […]

Polar Bear Snack

This edible polar bear is simple, healthy, and delicious. Children will love making and eating this fun snack.

New Year’s Noisemaker

Ring in the New Year with a bang, a clang, or a jingling rattle! This shiny noisemaker is an improvement […]

New Year’s Party Hats

Craft fun hats to wear this New Year’s Eve! It’s easy to do and they can be customized for other […]

Poinsettia Card

It’s surprisingly easy to add a beautiful paper poinsettia to a card or gift tag. It’s a great project for […]