Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cherry Brooch

Make a darling cherry brooch using red beads and green ribbon. This simple project is easy enough for beginning beaders to […]

Decorative Flower Knot

Celebrate Chinese New Year by trying this traditional knot-tying craft. It symbolizes prosperity and success.

Easy Pipe Cleaner Wreath

Make an adorable Christmas decoration using pipe cleaner, ribbon and buttons. It makes a great ornament, gift topper or door […]

Beaded Indian Corn

Use pipe cleaners and beads in vivid fall colors to make this fun Indian Corn craft. It’s very easy to […]

Felt Sunflower Change Purse

This cute little change purse is a fun sewing project for a teen to tackle. It combines basic sewing and […]

Beaded Flower Choker Necklace

Make a unique and colorful beaded flower necklace that you’ll love to show off. Once you learn how to make […]

Beaded Fish

Create an adorable fish using wire and beads. Vary the colors and make a whole school of fish!

Beaded Star Wand

This beaded star wand takes awhile to make, but it’s worth it! The finished wand is so pretty. Use it […]

Pretty Beaded Bracelet

Try making a bracelet with glass beads and pearl beads. It’s easy to customize with your favorite colors.

Felt Caterpillar Card

Use felt to make a cute caterpillar card for someone special. This project would work just as well using construction paper […]

Pearl Flower Necklace

Learn how to design a necklace featuring clever flower shapes made with glass beads and pearls. This project is best […]

Beaded Wave Bracelet

It takes patience to finish this charming wavy bracelet, making it a great activity for teens to do over the […]

Kitty Headband

Turn chenille stems and lace into a cute kitty headband for little girls to wear. It’s fun for dress-up play or […]

Cute Bear Hair Clip

This adorable bear barrette is a fun way to introduce kids to sewing. Follow the steps to make the bear, […]

Beaded Heart Pendant Necklace

Improve your beading skills by working on this heart-shaped pendant. Use traditional Valentine’s Day colors like pinks and reds, or […]

Christmas Snowman Hairclip

This charming snowman hair clip is easy to make and fun to wear. This sparkly felt fellow also makes a […]

Quilled Snowman Craft

Quilling is an easy, inexpensive and quick craft that has been around for hundreds of years. Use basic quilling techniques and […]

Angel Ornament

Turn clam shells into an adorable Christmas angel. This easy craft makes a beautiful ornament for the tree.

Blue Bow Earrings

Make a pair of cute bow-shaped earrings in your favorite color. They make a nice gift for someone special, too!

Perler Bead Guitar

This cool guitar is easy to make using Perler Beads. It’s a fun project to accompany a study of music.

Bat Necklace

This cute bat necklace is made from copper wire, chains and beads. The project is a fun introduction to wire […]

Treble Clef Ring

This playful treble clef ring is so fun for a young musician to make for herself and her friends. This […]

Perler Bead Rubik’s Cube

This Rubik’s cube is totally tubular! It’s a fun challenge for kids who are ready to tackle 3-D Perler Bead […]

Chenille Critters

Make whimsical critters using beads and chenille stems. It’s easy to do and the possibilities for creativity are endless!

Wire-Wrapped Fish

This wire-wrapped fish is so colorful and fun. It’s best for teens with some jewelry-making experience.

Pipe Cleaner Lizard

This cute pipe cleaner lizard is easy and inexpensive to make. After making the lizard, see what other animals you can create!

Scroll Earrings

Jewelry making is a lot of fun and the results are stunning. Teens will love making these eye-catching earrings.

Chenille Stem Flower Hair Band

Turn ordinary chenille stems (aka pipe cleaners) into an adorable hair accessory. It’s so easy to do, you’ll want one in […]

Agate Beaded Suede Cord Bracelet

This agate beaded suede cord bracelet is suitable for jewelry-making beginners. It makes a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma, a […]

Simple Charm Bracelet

Create a simple charm bracelet in just a few minutes with this tutorial. Picking out your charms will take longer […]

Bugle Bead Earrings

Make funky earrings that are fun to wear with this tutorial. Follow the directions exactly, or use them as a jumping […]

Wire-Wrapped Butterfly Pendant

Make a pretty butterfly pendant using aluminum wire and turquoise beads. This project is a fun way to introduce teens to wire […]

Beaded Bracelet

Teens with some jewelry making experience will love putting together this simple bracelet. It makes a wonderful gift for someone […]

Pastel Cord Bracelet

Make a cord bracelet with pretty pastel colors by following the easy tutorial. Make extras for your friends, or pick […]

Wire-Wrapped Tree Pendant

This wire-wrapped tree is fun to make and adds a beautiful touch of spring to indoors. Each one is totally […]

Easter Egg Pendant Necklace

Celebrate Easter with this unique beaded Easter egg pendant necklace. Use your favorite colors and styles of beads to make […]

Easter Egg Button Wreath

Colorful buttons with flowing ribbons on an egg-shaped wreath make a beautiful decoration for Easter. It’s so easy to do!

Glass Bead Dangle Earrings

These simple earrings are a good way to introduce girls to wire-wrapping techniques. They’re easy enough for preteens and teenagers […]

Quilled Flower Necklace

Make a beautiful necklace featuring quilled flowers. It’s surprisingly easy to do and looks so pretty.

Beaded Butterfly

This stunning beaded butterfly can be worn as a brooch, hung in a window, or propped up as a decoration. […]

Wire-Wrapped Dangle Earrings

Teens who have some jewelry making experience will enjoy trying this simple wire work earring design. They’re easy to customize […]

Braided Headband

Create a unique and eye-catching hair accessory by braiding cords, thread and a string of pearls. It’s easy to do […]

Embroidered Coral Design

Follow the instructions to learn how to make embroidered coral. Or, use the technique to make any design you want. […]

Suede Cord and Heart Bracelets

These simple bracelets are made of suede cord and feature heart beads. They’re fun for best friends, mothers and daughters, […]

Beaded Heart Ornament

This pretty heart ornament makes a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation Day and more. It’s easy […]

Ribbon Bow Hair Clip

This pretty hair accessory is sure to be a favorite for any little princess. Choose your ribbons, grab the glue […]