Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Wire-Wrapped Dragonfly

It only takes a few minutes to make an elegant wire-wrapped dragonfly! It’s beautiful as a gift topper, nestled in […]

Pearl and Seed Bead Bracelet

This beautiful pearl and seed bead bracelet is simple to make and is a great gift for someone special. Customize […]

Woven Chain Bracelet

Make a pretty woven chain bracelet using suede cords. It looks great and couldn’t be easier!

Wire Flower Ear Cuff

Make your own pretty ear cuff using wire and beads! This is a fun project for a slumber party or […]

Beaded Dragonfly Charm

This beaded dragonfly charm is so cute! It’s fun to make and would look adorable hanging from a backpack or jacket […]

Nylon Cord Friendship Bracelet

Use nylon cord to make an eye-catching friendship bracelet. Use your school colors, the colors of a sports team, or any […]

Dreamcatcher Necklace

Make a beautiful dreamcatcher necklace for yourself or as a gift. This simple project does not take long to make.

5-minute Beaded Ring

This pretty beaded ring is easy to make and takes only five minutes. Make one for yourself and more to […]

Chainmail Wood Bead Bracelet

This pretty beaded bracelet looks complicated, but it is actually quite easy to do. This is a fun project for girls […]

Dragonfly Keychain

Make personalized dragonfly keychains using nylon cord and beads. This is a really fun project for a playdate, Scout meeting, […]

Beaded Umbrella Charm

Create a cute beaded umbrella charm using beads and copper wires. This is best for teenagers with some jewelry-making experience.

Bugle Bead Necklace

This bugle bead necklace looks complicated, but it is actually easy to make. Customize it with your favorite colors!

Teardrop Hoop Earrings

These teardrop hoop earrings are easy to make and so pretty! This is a fun project for girls who are […]

Personalized Family Bracelet

Create a pretty multi-strand beaded bracelet using letter beads to spell the name of family members. Make it for yourself […]

Felt Flower Hair Tie

Make your own cute felt hair accessory using felt and colorful beads. These are a fun group activity.

Bugle Bead Bracelet

This beautiful bugle bead bracelet looks complicated to make, but it is actually quite simple. It’s easy to customize with your […]

Braided Charm Bracelet

This beautiful braided charm bracelet is fun to create and would make an excellent gift. No special tools or previous […]

Wrap-Around Friendship Bracelet

This wrap-around bracelet is easy to make and doesn’t require any jewelry-making experience. Choose school or team colors, or simply […]

3D Perler Bead Christmas Tree

Move beyond two-dimensional fuse bead projects and make this cool 3-D Christmas tree! The individual pieces are flat for easy […]

Santa Claus Ornament

Make a cute Santa Claus ornament out of Perler beads. It’s easy and makes a great gift!

Beaded Christmas Bracelet

Make a beautiful red and green beaded piece for Christmas. Wear it as a bracelet, wrap it around vase or candle […]

Wire-Wrapped Christmas Wreath

This wire-wrapped wreath is simply stunning and looks beautiful on a Christmas tree or topping a gift. A fun project […]

Embedded Suede Cord Bracelet

This cool bracelet is so easy to make and looks fantastic. All you need are acrylic beads, suede cord, and […]

Beaded Santa Claus Ornament

Make a cute beaded Santa Claus ornament using red, black and transparent beads. It’s easy to do and looks great […]

Chain Dangling Earrings

These beautiful earrings only look expensive! They’re actually quite simple and inexpensive to make.

Wire and Bead Christmas Tree

This stunning bead and wire Christmas tree would make a wonderful gift for someone special. A fun project that doesn’t […]

Santa Claus Earrings

These cute Santa Claus earrings are a great project to introduce kids to beading and jewelry making. This project is easy […]

Thanks Friendship Bracelet

This very special friendship bracelet with letters makes it easy to tell a friend just how you feel. Spell a name […]

Wire-Wrapped Heart Ring

Make a cute heart ring using aluminum wire and pliers. A fun beginner project for preteens and teens.

Perler Bead Snowflake

Make a pretty snowflake from Perler beads this winter! It’s easy and it’s fun.

Ribbon Turkey Hair Bow

Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with this adorable turkey hair bow craft. Kids can customize their turkeys with their favorite ribbon colors and […]

Beaded Candy Cane

Create a beautiful three-dimensional beaded candy cane ornament. Keep one for yourself and make more to give as gifts.

Perler Beads Minion

Despicable Me fans will love making this cute minion from Perler Beads! It’s fun and easy to do.

Perler Bead Lemon Coasters

Make these cute lemon coasters from Perler Beads. They are simple to make and are an inexpensive gift for kids […]

Multi-Strand Beaded Bracelet

This pretty mixed-bead bracelet is a wonderful beginner project. It’s easy, fast, and simple to customize with your favorite colors […]

Colorful Bead Bangle

Make a bangle bracelet out of common nylon thread and colorful acrylic beads. This project is easy and fun!

Perler Bead Bracelet

Perler beads can be used for more than just two-dimensional designs. Learn how to use them to make a pretty bracelet!

Copper Wire Bracelet

Make a beautiful and elegant woven bracelet from copper wire. This bracelet is so easy to make. A fun project for […]

Beaded Skeleton

Use white and black seed beads and follow the simple directions to make this skeleton. A fun project for Halloween!

Orange Flower Hair Clip

Use orange seed beads, a white pearl and copper wire to make these beautiful flower hair clips. They are not […]

Witch’s Broom Charm

Make an adorable witch’s broom charm using seed beads and copper wire. Such a fun project to make this Halloween!

Skull Beaded Bracelet

Make a cool bracelet using skull beads. A fun project to make and wear this Halloween.

Wire Bow Hair Clip

Teens will enjoy making this elegant pearl hair clip, perfect for everyday wear or special occasions. A great project for […]

Beaded Peace Sign Earrings

Your teen will love making and wearing these groovy beaded peace sign earrings. This project is easy enough for a […]

Felt Flower Hair Tie

Girls will have fun making their own flower hair ties from felt.  This easy project is ideal for girls with limited […]

Twisty Rubber Band Bracelet

Make a twisty rubber band bracelet using a rubber band tool and a rubber band hook. It’s really cute and […]

Beaded Halloween Earrings

These earrings are a great way to show your Halloween spirit this year! This project is best for teens with […]

Skull Bracelet

Get in the Halloween spirit with this easy turquoise skull bracelet. A great project for beginning jewelry makers.

Mung Macrame Bracelet

It’s very easy to make this beautiful macrame bracelet with beads. You just need to know how to tie a […]

Loom Band Banana

Rubber bands aren’t just for bracelets! Make this easy loom banana charm using rubber band hook.

Embellished Felt Heart Earrings

Create fun heart-shaped earrings from felt. They are easy and inexpensive to make and are a wonderful gift for someone special.

Rubber Band Flower

Make a colorful flower from rubber bands without using a loom. This flower is quick, easy and fabulous!