Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Masking Tape Mummy

This mummy craft is perfect for the youngest of crafters. Not only is it fun, but it helps develop fine-motor […]

Witch’s Brew

This witch’s brew is a tasty treat that kids will love to eat! A fun way to make lunch special […]

Paper Plate Pumpkin

Turn a paper plate and an empty cardboard tube into a cute paper plate pumpkin. There are two versions of […]

Mustache Themed Party

Throw a fun mustache-themed party for your little man! A unique and trendy way to say happy birthday to your […]

Glowing Mummy Hand

Transform a rubber kitchen glove and gauze into an awesome glowing mummy hand. This creepy hand is fun to make […]

Word Find Chalkboard Pumpkin

Use oh-so-trendy chalkboard paint on pumpkins to make these fun Halloween word searches! They’re just as fun to solve as […]

Balloon Pumpkin Patch

Make a treat-filled balloon pumpkin patch for your Halloween party! These Jack O’Lanterns are fun, easy, and so festive!

Front Porch Witch

Combine scrap wood, paint, and simple embellishments to make a fun witch porch greeter. Make one together as a family, […]

Ghoulish Gravestones

Impress the guests with these edible gravestones. They’re easy to make and so much fun for Halloween!

Yellow Yo-Yo

This Yellow Yo-Yo project is perfect for “Y Week.” All you need are construction paper, yarn, and a bottle cap.

White Chocolate Spider Web

Add a spooky touch to your Halloween treats with these easy-to-make white chocolate spider webs. If any break, either melt […]

DIY Monster Claws

Quickly and easily make your own set of Monster Claws. Perfect for Halloween or everyday play. Great addition to a […]

Pencil Shavings Fish

Empty out your pencil sharpeners, but save those shavings! They work perfectly as scales on this adorable fish.

Bat Straws

Quickly and easily transform a ribbon, straw, and googly eyes into a festive bat place card. Great for Halloween parties […]

Eggshell Art – Fall Tree

It’s hard to believe this beautiful piece of art started as eggshells! A fun fall-themed mixed-media project for kids.

Pumpkin Bottle Cap Necklace

Turn a bottle cap into a cute pumpkin necklace, perfect for Halloween. Fun, easy, and inexpensive and the kids will […]

Pumpkin Magnets

These pumpkin magnets are as easy to make as they are cute. Add faces for Halloween-themed magnets or keep them […]

Googly Eye Rings

Your kids will love making this “eye-popping” jewelry. Easy and perfect for Halloween. A great make and take for a […]

Pencil Shaving Butterfly

Create a beautiful butterfly and flowers from something you’d ordinarily throw away… pencil shavings! So much fun!

Craft Foam Iguana

Here’s a fun craft for “I” week. This iguana starts as a capital I. A great way to learn the […]

Dinosaur Shoes

Help your preschooler make dinosaur shoes from craft foam. Then use the shoes for a fun and educational alphabet game. […]

Spooky Spider Deviled Eggs

Add spiders made from black olives to your deviled eggs for a Halloween snack that is spooky and fun. A […]

Halloween Donut Treat

Pair Dollar Store fangs with donuts or bagels to make the world’s easiest Halloween treat. A perfect last-minute, low-effort treat […]

Spooky Candy Apples

These candy apples are as tasty as they are spooky. A fun treat to make with your kids this Halloween.

Grandparents’ Play Date Kit

Work with your kids to create a Grandparent Play Date Kit full of mom-approved snacks, crafts, games and activities. It’s […]

Missing Sign Math Game

Print and cut the game board and problem cards of the Missing Sign Math Game and let the fun begin! […]

Monster Munchies

Turn your empty glass bottles into adorable monsters filled with munchies. Decorate them with construction paper, cardstock, pom poms, googly […]

Candy Corn Friendship Bracelet

Use embroidery floss to make an awesome Candy Corn Friendship Bracelet this fall. Best for older children who have experience […]

Edible Painting

Use the trimmed scraps of carrots, celery, broccoli and other foods with colorful condiments to make edible paintings. Fun for […]

Ghostly Centerpieces

Use a feather boa to make a fluffy, whimsical ghost. Use gauze instead to make a mummy ghost. A very […]

Jack-o-Lantern Vase

Turn a vase, yarn and felt into a cute jack-o-lantern, perfect for holding flowers, a candle, or some sweet treats! […]

Fanged Pumpkins

Create your own “Drac-o’-lantern” this Halloween. Add some bats for a fun Transylvanian scene.

Five Little Firefighters

Turn a handprint into an adorable Five Little Firefighters project, perfect for Fire Prevention Week or any study of Community […]

Underwater Silhouettes

Here’s a fun art project that has a little of everything: some painting, a little experimenting with a new technique, […]

Furry Monster Bracelet

This googly-eyed furry monster bracelet is as easy to make as it is cute. Perfect for Halloween and great as […]

Healthy Ghost Pops

Turn bananas, orange juice, and coconut into a healthy ghost pop. A perfect snack for Halloween, and great for the […]

Pumpkin Snack Mix

Add a little pumpkin spice kick to cereal for a tasty snack that is easy, done in 5 minutes, and […]

Mummy Drinks

Transform bottles of juice into mummies, perfect for Halloween. The tutorial includes printable mummy eyes.

Halloween Balloons

Use a black marker to turn orange and white balloons into a stunning Halloween display. This tutorial is in Swedish.

Shoe Trays

Get organized and stay organized with these pretty and fun shoe trays. Children will love selecting and placing the gems […]

Bathtub Monsters

Cut colorful craft foam into shapes and use them to make cool monsters on the bathtub tile. A great way […]

Bathtub Fishing

This Bathtub Fishing Activity is simple, not very messy, and fun for kids of all ages. Try it outside in […]

Folded Window Star

Use colorful tissue paper to make Window Stars that look like beautiful stained glass. The stars look great in any […]

Painted Ombre Frame

Want a fun way to customize a frame to your favorite color scheme? This ombre bead picture frame is so […]

Fall Popcorn Trees

Color leftover popcorn with powdered tempera paint to make these beautiful and colorful Popcorn Trees. A great project for fall.

Coffee and Oatmeal Acorn

Try this fun sensory craft using coffee and oatmeal to make a fall acorn. Kids will love the great textures […]

Glittered Pasta Pumpkin

Turn wagon wheel pasta and macaroni into a glittery Pasta Pumpkin. A fun project for fall the kids will have […]

Minion Goodie Jars

Can’t get enough of those cute little minions? These little goodie jars make great party favors, banks for kids, or […]

Flag Wind Chime

This pretty little wind chime is fun, fast and easy to make. Perfect for showing your patriotism on Memorial Day, […]

Crayon Leaf Mobile

Grate or sharpen crayons to make a beautiful fall leaf mobile. An excellent way to use up broken or short […]

Straw Blown Fall Trees

Make beautiful fall trees using a straw, paintbrush, and q-tip. Each is totally unique. Requires drying time in between steps.

Candy Globes

Cover styrofoam balls with candy to make fun, colorful Halloween decorations. Display on candleholders, glasses or vases.

Ruffled Trick or Treat Bag

Transform a plain canvas tote into an adorable ruffled trick-or-treat bag. For upper elementary age children with some experience with […]