Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Perry the Platypus Puppet

Anyone who loves Perry (or platypuses in general) will enjoy making this cute puppet. It’s fun to make and then […]

Bunny Bagalope

Turn an envelope into an adorable bunny bag. It’s easy and quick to do and could be used as a […]

Bunny Hair Bows

These bunny hair bows couldn’t be more darling… or any easier to make. What a fun craft that any little […]

Chocolate Covered Peeps

Make this super simple Easter dessert for your kids. Can be made in 15 minutes or less but the smiles […]

Button Carrot

This quick and easy button carrot is a perfect spring craft for kids. Great for Easter, but also ideal for […]

Pom Pom Easter Eggs

Your kids will love to shape pom poms into adorable eggs for Easter! They are so colorful and fun and […]

Easter Candy Bracelets

Make edible bracelets with Easter candy from the dollar store! These are not only adorable, they are edible. Though your […]

Silk Tie-Dyed Easter Eggs

Learn how to dye Easter eggs with a silk tie. Quick and easy to do. The results will surprise you […]

Easter Candy Centerpiece

This centerpiece is easy to make from card stock, candy and skewers. An empty recycled jar works great for this […]

Passover Seder Centerpiece

This seder symbol centerpiece is a fun craft for kids to make while learning about the significance of Passover. It’s […]

Tubular Bracelets

Make a fun bracelet with clear tubing from the hardware store! Fill it with candy, beads, or glitter to make […]

Captain America T-shirt

Make a stencil out of freezer paper to create your own Captain America t-shirt. A fun project for a superhero-themed […]

Paper Mache Robin Eggs

Celebrate spring by making an adorable robin in a paper mache egg. Substitute a chick for Easter or make this […]

Rainbow Raindrops

Dye macaroni noodles the color of the rainbow to make Rainbow Raindrops. Simple and fun craft for the kiddos before […]

How to Paint on Plastic

Kids love to paint, and there are so many things that end up in the trash, including plastic margarine tubs. […]

Stiched Easter Eggs

Easter Eggs are so fun to decorate because there are no limitations. We decided to learn how to do a […]

Watercolor Easter Eggs

Watercolor your Easter eggs with beautiful results! A fun (and less messy) alternative to dyeing eggs. The kids will love […]

Punch Box

Make a Punch Box as an alternative to a pinata. Instead of beating on a pinata with a stick, each […]

Easter Bonnet

Discover how you can create this lovely Easter bonnet using a hunk of cardboard and a bowl. Don’t forget to […]

Scrap Fabric Easter Eggs

These colorful, fun Scrap Fabric Easter Eggs are a satisfying beginning sewing project for a young to older teen. Step […]

Faux Vinyl Book Cover

Make a durable book cover that feels like vinyl using a paper grocery bag, scrapbook paper and Mod Podge! Great […]

Plaster of Paris Sand Prints

Days at the beach are so much fun! To help remember your visit long after you’ve returned home, create a […]

Guitar Craft

Turn an empty cereal box and some pipe cleaners into a fun guitar. Your little one will have lots of […]

Oven Bake Clay Eggs

Before the clay eggs become planters, they make perfect candy holders for Easter baskets. Or as place settings! I’m going […]

Stamping with Yarn

Make your own stamps using yarn and white glue! Then use your stamps to add images to cards, scrapbook pages, […]

Matchbox Guitar

Turn a matchbox and popsicle stick into an awesome guitar. If you have a rockin’ dad in your life, this […]

Foam Mariachi Guitar

Craft foam has so many possibilities. Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by making and decorating this fun mariachi guitar. A fun […]

Cardboard Guitar

Transform an old cardboard box, a plastic container and some rubber bands into a totally awesome guitar! Great for hours […]

Piggy Piggy Bank

Inspire kids to save their money by making a recycled jar or plastic tub piggy bank. Change the design to […]

Kid Stamped Easter Eggs

A fun craft for kids to get a little messy and help create Easter Eggs. Just use stamps, paper, and […]

Seed Bead Necklace

Little helpers will love this simple and inexpensive jewelry project. All you need are spare seed beads, a blank pendant, […]

Easter Printable Countdown

Countdown the days leading up to Easter with some fun activities! Print and cut these out and place them inside […]

Stenciled Easter Treat Bags

These stenciled treat bags are a fun and easy Easter craft idea for little hands! They make great gift bags […]

Spring Tissue Paper Flowers

A super easy way to make big, bold paper flowers and bring spring inside early! Celebrate springtime with this fun […]

Rainbow Colored Easter Eggs

Color your Easter eggs after you peel them to create this beautiful, edible look with food coloring! No vinegar needed. […]

Carrot Bunny Cake Pops

These adorable little carrot-bunnies sure make a fun Easter treat! Great for party favors too. Just wrap in cellophane or […]

Rustic Shamrock Garland

We created this shamrock garland for St. Patrick’s Day. We used a few simple kitchen materials. Cookie cutters, coffee filters, […]

Under the Sea Printables

Here are some Under the Sea printables, including number cards and a W is for Whale tracing sheet. A fun […]

Salt Tray

Make your own salt tray to help your little one practice letters. In addition to working on making letters, it’s […]

Juice Box Boats

Don’t throw away those empty juice boxes just yet – turn them into boats! They float really well and the […]

Outdoor Color Match

Make an outdoor color matching game using paint chips. Makes a great boredom buster for any time of the year. […]

Simple Bobby Pins

Make these simple bobby pins for any little girl {or for yourself} in less than 5 minuets! A cute way […]

Sharpie Speckled Eggs

Use a metallic Sharpie to create pretty speckles on dyed eggs for Easter. A perfect spring project too that kids […]

Shamrock Plant Poke

Bring a little of the Irish luck to your spring garden with this shamrock plant poke! Older children will love […]

Van Gogh’s Irises

Create stunning irises inspired by the work of Van Gogh. What a wonderful way to celebrate spring! A great art […]

Tasty Money Tree Craft

Make this fun money tree with gold wrapped chocolate coins. This is a fun craft project for kids and is […]

Angry Birds Can Toss Game

Do you have an Angry Birds fan in your house? Make this adorable can toss game using empty cans that […]

M&M’s Chicks

This little chicks are so easy and quick to make with peanut m&m’s and orange candy melts. Use them to […]

Shamrock Doll Accessories

Make these easy shamrock accessories to keep you or your dolls “pinch proof” on St. Patrick’s Day. A fun project […]

Ice Cube Rainbow Painting

Have you ever tried painting with ice cubes? Freeze a mix of water and liquid watercolors, then use the ice […]

Spring Bunny

Your child will love making this adorable tissue paper bunny. It’s hand-sewn with a simple running stitch and stuffed with […]

Marbled Eggs

You might have tried using shaving cream and food color to marble paper. It works just as well to color […]

Shamrock Texture Collage

Celebrate St.Patrick’s Day with this fun craft. Collages are great for a wide variety of ages. Incorporate as many different […]

Green and Gold Sensory Tub

Make a green and gold sensory tub to celebrate St.Patrick’s Day and spring. Children will love scooping out the buried […]

Marshmallow Rainbow

Make a fun marshmallow rainbow! It’s a great activity for little ones to work on color recognition and motor control. […]

Pot of Gold Treat Bag

Your child will love making these adorable pot-of-gold treat bags for that special someone on St. Patrick’s Day. The rainbow […]