Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Drawstring Backpack for Dolls

Create a no-sew drawstring backpack from duct tape that is perfectly sized for American Girls dolls. It’s so cute and […]

Rainbow Crayon Wall Art

Create a dimensional work of art using crayons and foam. It’s easy to do and looks spectacular!

Paper Bird Mobile

Create a beautiful bird mobile from paper. This is a fun project using supplies you probably already have on hand.

Resolution Printable

Help the kids set goals for the New Year or make resolutions together as a family. Then display your resolutions in […]

Fabric Flower

This pretty fabric flower is a great project to use up scraps. Use it as a gift topper, attach it to […]

Bird Feed Fat Cakes

Help the birds in your garden get through the cold of winter with these fat cakes. They’re easy to make […]

Beeswax Lotion

Make your own natural, organic lotion with healing oils and protective beeswax. It’s easy to do and makes a great […]

Bean Crafts for Kids

  Beans aren’t just for eating. Dried beans have long been a staple of kids’ crafts and games – we […]

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 […]

Craft Stick Catapult

Create your own catapult with craft sticks, rubber bands and a bottle cap. Kids of all ages will have many […]

Doll-Sized Maps

Make mini maps, brochures and books for travel. These are perfectly sized for American Girls dolls.

Stamped Postcard

Use an empty cereal box and found items from the recycling bin to create a pretty stamped postcard. This project […]

Paper Rockets

Make colorful paper rockets that flutter in the wind. This easy and inexpensive paper craft lets the imagination soar!

Glitter Hair Pins

These sparkly glitter hair pins are made of cardboard. They are cute for New Year’s Eve or as really fun party […]

No-Sew Painted Rug

Use canvas to paint a personalized rug that is just your style. This is a fun project for teens who want […]

Dreamcatcher Necklace

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

Zipper Doll Belt

Turn a zipper into a fashionable belt for your American Girl dolls. It’s quick and easy to do!

Owl Pet Rock

This adorable Owl Pet Rock is so easy to make! It’s a fun project and very inexpensive.

5-minute Beaded Ring

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

Collaged Notebook Cover

It’s fun and easy to personalize your notebooks with photos, images, and patterned papers. Let your creativity run wild!

Tile Coasters

Use pretty scrapbook papers to decoupage personalized tile coasters. They make a great gift for family, coaches, and teachers.

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 […]

Cross Stitch Cat

Download, print and then start stitching this modern, multi-colored cat. A fun project for kids with all levels of cross […]

Paper Fortune Cookies

Make easy and fun paper fortune cookies. They’re great for Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day or any time.

Cardboard Dollhouse on Wheels

Make this easy cardboard dollhouse with chic wallpaper and wheels for extra fun! It doubles as a storage container when […]

Glitter Star Wands

These cardboard glitter star wands are fun for parties, holidays, and celebrations. They’re easy and inexpensive to make.

Dragonfly Keychain

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

Origami Art

Follow the directions to fold origami paper into birds, boats, butterflies, cranes, fish and frogs. It’s so fun to do!

Beaded Umbrella Charm

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

Lip Stain

Teenage girls will love making their own lip stain! It is fun to make, quick and easy.

Mesh Shower Caddy

This mesh shower caddy is great for travel, camping trips, or as a gift for teens headed off to college. […]

Goat’s Milk Citrus Soaps

These goat’s milk citrus soaps are very pretty and easy to make. Friends and family will love receiving such useful […]

Paper Mosaic Greeting Cards

Use paper scraps to create greeting cards or thank you notes 1for any occasion. All you need are paper and […]

Upcycled Christmas Cards

Upcycle your favorite Christmas cards into gift tags for the next year. It’s fun and easy to do!

Lighted Star

Turn yardsticks and a string of lights into a beautiful lighted star. This project is most suitable for teenagers.

Badge Holder

Create a badge holder to store school ID, a library card, or anything else. This project is most suitable for […]

Christmas Tree Garland

Use fabric scraps to make a fun garland for the mantle or the Christmas tree. This easy craft is suitable […]

Food Gift Tags

Add a homemade gift tag to your baked goods and other holiday treats. It’s easy to do and friends and family […]

Party Crown

Turn empty cardboard tubes into fun party crowns! Great for a princess-themed party, Christmas, New Year’s Eve or everyday dress-up.

Writing with Washi Tape

Creatively wrap your gifts this holiday season by writing with washi tape. It’s easy to do and looks fantastic!

Printable Christmas Bows

Add a beautiful touch to presents with these printable bows! It’s so easy – just print, cut, assemble and glue.

Rudolph Wall Art

This festive Rudolph Wall Art is so easy to make! A fast and easy project for wintertime.

Santa’s Milk Glass Cover

Santa deserves special treatment, so have the kids decorate Santa’s milk with a glass cover especially for him. Just print, […]

Reindeer Place Cards

Make reindeer place cards for this year’s holiday dinner. Twigs and googly eyes make it quick, easy, inexpensive and super […]

Holiday Plate Art

Use old chipped and mismatched plates to create a whimsical holiday wall display. Or, try the same thing using paper plates!

Rustic Brown Paper Flowers

Brown paper flowers are simple to create and can be made in a matter of minutes. Use them as an attachment […]

Hammered Metal Ornaments

Hammered metal ornaments are fun to make and add a homemade touch to Christmas. Use them to decorate your tree […]

Christmas Candy Bouquet

This cute Christmas candy bouquet is as much fun to make as it is to receive! It’s a great gift […]

Christmas Stockings

Make your own stockings with fabric that perfectly matches your style. This tutorial is suitable for beginners.

Pinecone Christmas Trees

‘Tis the season to gather pinecones from the yard and put them to use! A little paint and glitter will transfer […]

Melted Olaf Ornament

Frozen fans will like this cute melted Olaf ornament. It’s fast and simple to make this winter.

TMNT Coaster Ornaments

We love Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in our house, so we made these cool Christmas ornaments out of cork coasters. […]