Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Strawberry Cupcakes

Decorate cupcakes to look like strawberries! These cute cupcakes are great for a strawberry-themed birthday party, a Valentine’s Day treat, […]

Paper Plate Leprechaun

Here’s an adorable paper plate leprechaun for toddlers and preschoolers to make for St. Patrick’s Day. Hang him on the […]

Craft Stick Building Set

Show your little builders how they can make their own building set using craft sticks, Velcro dots and plastic bottle […]

Money Valentine Cards

Learn how to make two different valentines that feature money. These clever ideas can be adapted for other holidays and […]

Map Chalkboard

Display all the places you’ve been on this awesome map chalkboard! It makes a fun display for a child’s bedroom.

Hand Lettered Valentine Banner

Start with the printable, then start coloring and lettering to make this pretty Hand Lettered Valentine Banner. It’s easy to […]

Hairy Friends

Turn an empty container into a cute person whose hair really grows. This gardening project is fun for kids of […]

Raspberry Heart Hot Cocoa

Learn how to make raspberry hearts, which melt in hot cocoa to create a delicious raspberry cocoa. It’s a fun […]

Cat in the Hat Treat Holder

Celebrate Dr. Seuss with this fun Cat in the Hat treat holder made from a recycled cardboard tube. Fill it […]

Colored Pasta Heart Frames

Use colored pasta to create your own heart-shaped frames. This easy craft has tons of room for creativity and is […]

Paper Plate Porcupine Fish

Porcupine fish blow themselves up with air or water to double their size and intimidate enemies. Porcupine fish further intimidate […]

Mickey Chocolate Dipped Valentine

These adorable Mickey chocolate-dipped cookies will win your Valentine’s heart. Your Disney fans will love making these for the ones […]

Candy Leprechaun Hats

Make Leprechaun hats using green candy melts and modeling chocolate. Fill then with candies, nuts, or chocolate mousse for a […]

Sweater Mittens

Don’t throw out those sweaters you won’t be wearing anymore! Learn how to repurpose them into wonderful, cozy, and warm […]

Bald Eagle Picture Graph

Practice graphing skills with this fun bald eagle picture graph. The tutorial includes instructions for one-quadrant and four-quadrant graphing.

Yarn Rainbow

Gather yarn in a rainbow of colors and use it to make this beautiful yarn rainbow for St. Patrick’s day […]

Heart Garland

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this heart garland. It can be made from felt or paper, with sewing and no-sew […]

Cardboard Tube NFL Referee

Make your own NFL referee from a cardboard tube. Include the removable mask, or leave it off for the non-pandemic […]

Cherry Brooch

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

Mardi Gras Handprint Mask

Trace your child’s handprints to add a very personal touch to this printable mask. It’s definitely a one-of-a-kind project for […]

Valentine’s Day Gnome Stuffies

Let your whole tribe know you love them GNOME matter what with these Valentine’s Day Gnome Stuffies! They’re quick and […]

Mardi Gras Cereal Treat

Celebrate Mardi Gras with this delicious cinnamon cereal treat, inspired by king cake. It’s not the usual rice krispie treat […]

Minion Art Case

Organize your art supplies with a whimsical minion-inspired art box. It adds such a fun touch to your desktop and […]

Candy Heart Necklace

Kids of all ages will find it easy to construct their own marshmallow and licorice string necklaces. It’s a sweet […]

Gumball Machine Candy Dish

A terra cotta clay pot and saucer, combined with a glass bowl magically become a DIY candy dish that looks […]

Heart Cuff Bracelets

Make sparkly cuff bracelets to wear on Valentine’s Day gift. They are a fun, affordable and super easy project.

Craft Stick Barn

This cute barn craft would be a great activity for a farm themed birthday party.

Stained Glass Valentine Cookies

Enjoy some soft, chewy heart-shaped cookies filled with a sweet candy center. They’re a pretty treat for Valentine’s Day or […]

Groundhog and His Shadow Craft

This shadow craft is a great way to celebrate Groundhog Day. Using construction paper, kids will determine whether or not […]

Styrofoam Bugs

These colorful Styrofoam bugs couldn’t be cuter. Made from Styrofoam and paint, these friendly little guys would be perfect for […]

Paper Plate Traffic Lights

Paper plates and construction paper become traffic lights. This craft is perfect to do during Transportation Week.

Strawberry Love Bugs

Say “I Love You Berry Much” with these juicy red chocolate-covered strawberries. On the other hand, if you don’t have […]

Heart-Shaped Paper Frame

Make your own heart-shaped photo frame with paper in less than 10 minutes. This easy project is perfect to frame […]

Painted Rock Cactus

Learn how to make a clay pot garden, full of cactus painted rocks. This craft is fun for all ages […]

Rainbow Pinata Cake

Make this candy-filled rainbow cake for St. Patrick’s Day, a birthday, or any occasion. It’s so much fun to see […]

Peanut Butter and Jelly Game

Create felt peanut butter and jelly sandwich components to play an old game idea given new life. The sturdy felt […]

Tortilla Warmer

Make a fabric tortilla warmer in less than half an hour. This sewing project is straightforward and the resulting warmer […]

Imposter Plushie

Follow the step-by-step tutorial to make your very own Among Us imposter plush. This is such a fun project if […]

Winter Mint Snowflakes

Make a batch of these delicious winter mint snowflake candies. They’re yummy on their own and fantastic melted in warm […]

Conversation Marble Magnets

Inspired by conversation hearts, these glass gem magnets are a great Valentine’s Day gift for neighbors, friends and teachers. They’re […]

Paper Plate King Cake

Celebrate Mardi Gras with this festive paper plate king cake craft. It’s great fun to make it right before enjoying […]

Chalkboard Phone Case

Learn how easy (and fun!) it is to create a customized phone case. Older children and teens can add their […]

Valentine Pom Pom Monsters

These fluffy Valentine Pom Monsters are easy to make and fun to give. They’re so cute you’ll probably want to […]

Yarn Snowflake

Use yarn to make a pretty snowflake to hang in the window or to decorate, cards, or packages. Or, make […]

Family Photo Puzzle

Turn a photo of your family into a puzzle using a recycled cereal box, You can use any size of […]

Chinese Red Lantern

Chinese New Year ends with a traditional Lantern Festival. Make your own Chinese lantern, decorate it with glittery gold, and […]

Groundhog Pancakes

No groundhogs were harmed making these pancakes – instead, these cute little groundhogs are made using donut holes. He’s popping […]

Valentine Jelly Pops

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with cool, layered jelly pops. These beautiful treats are a simple to make and taste so yummy.