Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Santa’s Cookie Plate

Make your own personalized plate to hold cookies for Santa. This is a fun keepsake that you can save and […]

Mason Jar Snowman

Make an adorable snowman out of a clear ornament and a mason jar. Then have fun decorating him however you […]

Cardboard Tube Gift Holders

Decorate empty cardboard tubes to hold a tasty treats for friends, neighbors, or teachers. It is so easy, inexpensive, and fun.

Bugle Bead Necklace

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

Beaded Snowmen

These simple beaded snowman make beautiful earrings or necklace charms for girls of all ages. You can convert it to a […]

Mock Gingerbread Ornaments

Use oven-bake clay to create beautiful gingerbread man ornaments that last for years. These make wonderful gifts.

Reindeer Pet Rock

Make your own Reindeer Pet Rock! It’s easy to do and makes a fun Christmas decoration for a desktop, mantle, […]

Cross Stitch Gift Tags

Use the printable patterns to make charming cross-stitched paper gift tags for Christmas. They are easy to do and add […]

Peppermint Mug Rug

This small piece is a fun way to practice basic sewing and quilting skills. The finished Mug Rugs make wonderful gifts.

Painted Origami Star Ornaments

Turn your kids’ art into pretty paper origami star ornaments that you’ll treasure for years to come. It’s easy and […]

Milk Paint

Make paint using condensed milk and food color. It has an interesting consistency and provides a very shiny finish.

Puffy Holly Ornament

Make a cute holly ornament using felt, embroidery floss, and Poly-fill. It’s easy to do and makes a great gift.

Upcycled Hanukkah Menorah

Make this grand Menorah centerpiece for Hanukkah using empty baby food jars and a few other supplies. It’s quick to make […]

Hanukkah Treats

Wish your friends a Happy Hanukkah with this easy-to-make treat. It’s a fun and inexpensive way to celebrate.

Wax Resist Snow Scene

Create a fun snow scene using crayons and watercolors. It’s a great project for winter.

Mini Snow Skis

Turn wood shims and skewers into festive mini snow skis! Add them to a wreath for a fun winter decoration.

Personalized Mini Snow Globe

Kids will love seeing themselves in this adorable mini snow globe! This fun project is unique, inexpensive and makes a […]

Christmas Tart

Decorate a chocolate tart using white modeling chocolate. The results are simply stunning!

Painted Clay Ornaments

Make painted clay ornaments that you’ll treasure year after year. It’s easy and fun!

Teardrop Hoop Earrings

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

Star Tree Ornaments

It couldn’t be easier to make glittery, star-shaped, unbreakable ornaments for the Christmas tree. They look great on the wall too!

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.

Mini Light-Up Christmas Tree

The whole family can work together to make this mini light-up Christmas tree! It’s fun and easy to make a decoration […]

Reindeer Gift Bags

Use the reindeer printable to make adorable gift bags that are fun to give. Follow the instructions to die-cut a gift […]

Clay Doll-Sized Sushi

Use clay to make the cutest American Girls doll-sized sushi. Great for hours of pretend play.

Felt Elf Hats

Get in the holiday spirit with festive elf hats! It’s easy to do and takes only minimal sewing experience.

Fruit Suncatchers

Make fruit-inspired suncatchers using recycled cardboard, paint, and bits of colorful cellophane, tissue paper or crepe paper. So pretty and so fun!

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 […]

Rudolph Marshmallows

Get creative with marshmallows and edible writer. Rudolph and the gang make these treats even more festive!

Hanukkah Stenciled Napkins

Create beautiful Hanukkah stenciled napkins to add an elegant touch to the holiday. Simply print the templates, cut, and stencil.

Decorative Kissing Ball

It is so easy to make decorative kissing balls using ribbon. Choose the colors to match any season, holiday, or […]

Snowman Photo Frame

This snowman photo frame is simple to make and a great project for a snowy day! Keep it for yourself […]

CD Clown

Turn an old CD and basic craft supplies into a fun and festive clown. There’s so much room for creativity!

Holiday Sunglasses

Jazz up some ordinary shades this holiday season! They’re easy to make and so much fun to wear!

Chic Leather Wrap Bracelet

This chic, equestrian-inspired leather wrap bracelet is fun and easy to make. It is extremely versatile with a one size […]

Easy Candy Wreath

Use individually wrapped candies to make a unique wreath. It’s fast and easy to do and makes a wonderful gift.

Christmas Sweater Serving Tray

Serve treats in a delightfully tacky Christmas Sweater Serving Tray! Start with a finger-woven edge, add all sorts of decorations, […]

Laundry Scoop Winter Scene

Repurpose plastic laundry scoops by turning them into festive winter scenes. These are beautiful hanging from the tree or sitting […]

Paper Coasters

Turn beautiful patterned papers into paper coasters. It’s easy to do and they make excellent gifts.

Braided Charm Bracelet

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

CD Wreath

Use yarn to turn an old CD into a beautiful Christmas wreath. It’s fast, easy, and fun!

Doll-Size Ice Cream

Make doll-size ice cream machines for hours of pretend play. They are very simple to make and look so realistic!

Star Christmas Ornaments

These Star Ornaments are easy and lots of fun to make. They look beautiful on a Christmas tree, on gifts, […]

Award Ribbon Place Card

Use ribbon, fabric, and glue to make these charming award ribbons. Use them as place cards at parties or as […]

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 […]

Cardboard Winter Castle

Use the template to make a fun winter cardboard castle. It’s easy to do and great fun for pretend play.