Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Chocolate Caramel Filled Pumpkins

Make sweet little realistic looking pumpkins for dessert this Thanksgiving or anytime during the fall. It’s a great project to […]

Mint Meltaway Snowmen

Just a few ingredients will make a delicious peppermint dough that can be formed into tiny snowmen. A winter treat […]

Winter Mitten Art

This colorful mitten art is a fun activity brighten a cold winter’s day. It’s also a great way to use tissue […]

Paper Bag Fireplace

This adorable craft will make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. The best part is you can take this […]

Funny Photo Booth Props

For some festive photo booth fun, cut out various props, like hats, mustaches, masks, and bowties with a cutting tool […]

Tissue Paper Indian Corn

This simple craft is made with tissue paper and glue. It can also be made as simple or complex as […]

Paint Chip Feathers

Make your own feather shaped gift tags out of old paint chips. Use them to decorate packages or for a […]

Cardboard Tube Cowardly Lion

Turn a cardboard tube and faux fur into a magnificent lion! Whether you prefer a realistic lion or a character […]

Addition & Subtraction Game

Need a travel game to keep the kids busy while helping keep their math skills sharp? This fun game will […]

Cheesecake Leaves

These tasty leaves made from cheesecake are the perfect individual dessert for Thanksgiving. Kids will have a blast helping you […]

Pilgrim Cupcakes

These adorable pilgrim cupcakes are cute and tasty and will make a fun addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table. Also […]

Snap Painting

This hands on activity will bring out the Rembrandt in your young kids. A fun art activity that will express […]

Bottle Cap Matching Game

How awesome to make your own matching/memory game, using recycled beer or pop bottle caps. Kids can choose any theme […]

Clothespin Poinsettia

It’s never too soon to start crafting for Christmas!  Use these directions and a handful of clothespins to make a […]

Galaxy Print Shoes

The “tie-dye” affect is even cuter when it’s used to make these adorable Galaxy print shoes! A fun way to […]

Mosaic Nail Art

Get creative when painting your nails girls! Try this mosaic design using the step by step tutorial provided. Change up […]

Blanket Crochet Pattern

Learn how to extend a simple granny square to create an adorable blanket. This project requires some crochet experience.

Travel Lego Box

A fun way to get your little man involved in decorating a box for his legos. This is great for […]

Mickey Mouse Snack Cakes

We’re turning snack cakes and chocolate into Mickey Mouse treats! Makes great party favors or treats to sneak into a […]

Egg Carton Advent Calendar

This Christmas, make a fun advent calendar using an empty egg carton. It’s quick and easy, but the fun lasts […]

Paper Plate Pilgrims

Made from paper plates, these pilgrims are a great preschool project for Thanksgiving day!

Pilgrim Hat Cookies

Cute pilgrim hat cookies that are easy to put together. Perfect for your Thanksgiving feast.

Harvest Corn Cookies

Quick and easy cookies made to look like corn…great last minute project for Thanksgiving!

Party in a Block

If you can’t be with a loved one on their special day, put together a Party in a Block to […]

Light-Up Ratatouille Costume

Make your own light-up costume of Chef Alfredo Linguini and (the true chef), Remy. This costume will delight any fan […]

Paper Bag Turkey Leg

This turkey leg is filled with tasty snacks and makes an excellent place setting or table decoration for Thanksgiving. They’re […]

Craft Stick Turkey

Turn craft sticks into this fun, playful turkey! A great Thanksgiving craft for your kids. This also makes a fun […]

Fabric Covered Frame

Learn how to cover a plain frame with leftover fabric to show off a photo from a special occasion. Make […]

Turkey Clip Cup Craft

This cute kid’s craft is great for Thanksgiving. Simply use a clothespin and paint chips to create this sweet turkey. […]

Eyeball Mocktail

This mocktail might looks creepy, but it tastes fantastic! It’s the perfect thing to serve to kids on Halloween.

How to Sew a Drawstring Bag

Even if you don’t know how to sew, you can make this drawstring bag. Pick your fabric and follow the […]

Candy Corn Cotton Candy

Celebrate the season with cotton candy that is colored like candy corn and features gourmet flavors. What a fun fall […]

Custom Cotton Candy Sugar

Learn how to make cotton candy sugar in pretty much any color and flavor you can imagine with this tutorial. […]

Fall Topped Oreos

Turn ordinary Oreos into an extraordinary treat by dipping them in chocolate and decorating. There are so many possibilities for […]

Toy Camera

Turn empty boxes, spools and tubes into adorable toy cameras! A fun gift box for photography enthusiasts or a great […]

Decorated Sports Cookies

These cookies are perfect for the big game, a little league event, to celebrate victory, or just for fun! They’re […]

3 Minute Baymax Pumpkin

This tutorial is that simple! It’s a great way to usher in Halloween with no stress and no mess.

Scrabble Necklace

Create personalized necklaces for the Scrabble fans in your life. This project is quick and easy and makes a great […]

Strawberry Acorn Magnets

Head out for a nature walk, collect acorns, and then make these adorable faux strawberries. Use these fun magnets to […]

Milk Jug Garage

Kids will have as much fun building this car garage as they will have playing with it. The best part […]

Homemade Gummy Candy

Want to have some fun in the kitchen with the kids? Make some homemade gummy candy!

Q-Tip Skeleton

This friendly little skeleton, made from Q-Tips, will add some fun to your Halloween décor.

Clothespin Necklace

This statement necklace started out as a clothespin! Learn how easy it is to make your own.

Monster Jeans Patch

This is the most fun way I’ve ever seen to patch a hole in your child’s jeans! Who wouldn’t love […]

Egg Carton Masks

The kids will love spending an afternoon making masks from egg cartons!  They are easy to make with lots of […]

Doctor Play Set

Your little ones will love playing doctor or nurse with this DIY Doctor Play set that can be put together […]

Candy Zombie Hands

Dress up Halloween cupcakes with awesomely spooky zombie hands. No special tool or experience required!

Sports Team Plate

Show your spirit with a plate dedicated to your favorite team! This craft isn’t limited to just sports—you can make […]

Whatsit Box Awards

Need an award for a Whatsit Box or other mystery type event at camp? This wearable question mark token makes […]

Calavera Mask

Create a sugar skull mask to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. This fun project is a wonderful way to honor […]

Dracula Lunch

Make lunchtime extra fun! This Dracula is made with pb&j, fruit and bat shaped chips!