Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Clay Mandala Pendant

This pretty clay mandala pendant is fun to do and very unique. Make one and wear it with pride!

Salt Dough Fox Magnet

Use salt dough and a star-shaped cookie cutter to make a fox magnet for the fridge. It’s easy and totally […]

Paper Bowl Bird Feeder

Make a simple paper bowl bird feeder this spring. This easy project is fun to do and helps little ones […]

Decorated Rice Krispie Treats

Dress up Rice Krispie treats (or other desserts) with Candy Melts. It’s so easy to do and they look so festive.

Unicorn Puppet

If you love unicorns, you’ll want to make this beautiful puppet right away. The mane and tail are made from […]

Musical Horn Wind Chime

Transform a thrift-store horn into an eye-catching wind chime. This kid-friendly project has so much room for creativity.

Bolo Tie

Make your own bolo tie using buttons and beads. It’s easy to do and fun to wear something you made […]

Sticker Name Art

We’re used to looking at the subject of a sticker, but if you ignore the design and focus on the […]

Button-and-Cup Toy

Turn an egg carton into a simple toy that dates back hundreds of years. Make your own, then practice until […]

Garden Marker Cookies

They look like garden markers, but they’re actually tasty cookies. What a fun treat for Mother’s Day or a thoughtful gift […]

Button Lamp Shade

Add pops of color to a plain lamp with some buttons. This simple craft is easy to do and is […]

Easy Waterproof Swim Bags

Make your own waterproof swim bags. They are very easy to make and require only straight lines on a regular […]

Stuffed Piglet Breads

These pig-shaped breads are filled with a delicious potato stuffing. What a great way to make dinnertime extra special!

True Colors Paper Collage

Create a stunning paper collage for (or about) someone you love. It’s a wonderful way to use paper scraps.

Quilled Mother’s Day Card

This simple Mother’s Day card is an excellent way to introduce kids to quilling. It costs only pennies and the […]

Cheerleading Scrapbook

Celebrate a successful year of cheerleading with a personalized scrapbook. Make your own or as a gift for the special […]

Simple Charm Bracelet

Create a simple charm bracelet in just a few minutes with this tutorial. Picking out your charms will take longer […]

Dimensional Paper Cactus

Create a gorgeous dimensional cactus from paper. The instructions are in Russian, but there are plenty of detailed photos and […]

Pillowcase Travel Bag

Use an extra pillowcase to create your own small bag. You need your pillowcase, glue, decorative material, and ribbon or string.

Marbled Chocolate Pops

These marbled chocolate pops couldn’t be easier to make… and they taste great, too! Match them to your party colors.

Colored Sand Paintings

Learn how to make paint with colored sand,and turn it into beautiful sand art paintings. It’s lots of fun and no […]

Luna Lovegood Magic Wands

These dreamy, pastel, crystal-embellished magic wands are inspired by Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter. Create them for a magical birthday […]

Pineapple Plant Pot

With a few simple steps, you can turn a plain pot and a succulent into an eye-catching pineapple! It’s so […]

Bugle Bead Earrings

Make funky earrings that are fun to wear with this tutorial. Follow the directions exactly, or use them as a jumping […]

Enchanted Rose Jar

This enchanting craft takes very little time and uses just a few materials you might already have on hand. It’s great […]

Speckle Dye Yarn with Kool-Aid

Learn how to dye your own speckled yarn with Kool-Aid. This speckled, sprinkled, and spotted yarn is all the rage […]

Eye Felt Keychain

Create a cool eye keychain with felt. This simple hand-sewn project is appropriate for sewing novices.

Wire-Wrapped Butterfly Pendant

Make a pretty butterfly pendant using aluminum wire and turquoise beads. This project is a fun way to introduce teens to wire […]

Coloring Book Sand Art

Make your own colored sand paint and use it to give texture and dimension to coloring book pages. You’ll be […]

Rainbow Fudge

Brighten up any occasion with Rainbow Fudge! This tasty treat is fun for spring, St. Patrick’s Day, or any time.

Beaded Bracelet

Teens with some jewelry making experience will love putting together this simple bracelet. It makes a wonderful gift for someone […]

Rainbow Pancakes

Breakfast has never looked so good with these colorful rainbow pancakes! Serve them on a rainy day and watch the […]

Pastel Cord Bracelet

Make a cord bracelet with pretty pastel colors by following the easy tutorial. Make extras for your friends, or pick […]

Sock Bunny

Get crafty this Easter and make a bunch of bunnies using socks. This simple craft takes only five minutes!

Burlap Canvas Easter Bunny

Decorate for Easter with this burlap canvas framed bunny. It is so simple to make and takes only minutes.

Colorful Egg Holders

Create colorful egg holders using clay. It’s so easy to do and you can use them year after year.

Wire-Wrapped Tree Pendant

This wire-wrapped tree is fun to make and adds a beautiful touch of spring to indoors. Each one is totally […]

String Easter Eggs

Decorate for Easter with these pretty string Easter eggs. They’re easy to make and a lot of fun for kids.

Easter Window Clings

Make your own Easter window clings made with puffy paint. This super simple craft is a fun way to spend some […]

Origami Tulip

Bring spring indoors with origami tulips. This easy paper craft looks so pretty on display.

Easter Egg Pendant Necklace

Celebrate Easter with this unique beaded Easter egg pendant necklace. Use your favorite colors and styles of beads to make […]

Easter Egg Button Wreath

Colorful buttons with flowing ribbons on an egg-shaped wreath make a beautiful decoration for Easter. It’s so easy to do!

Egg Candles

Make cute candles for your spring table by using eggshells as the foundation. They are easy to do and take […]

Twig Flower Pot

Start with a nature walk to gather twigs, then use them to make this cute flower pot. It makes a […]

Rice Krispie Nests

Nothing says spring like these adorable Rice Krispie Nests! And, of course, they taste as good as they look.

Oreo Easter Nests

Use Oreo cookies as the base for adorable Easter Egg Nests. They’re a wonderful treat for Easter or any time […]

Checkerboard Cake for Easter

This pastel checkerboard cake is the Easter Bunny’s favorite sweet treat! It looks so beautiful on the Easter table and […]

Easter Egg Buttermints

Make classic buttermints special for Easter by making them look like speckled eggs. It’s easy to do and they’re delicious, […]

Easter Bunny Mason Jars

These Easter Bunny Mason Jars make a wonderful, thoughtful gift for practically anyone. They look so pretty on display.

Easter Bunny Cups

The kids will hopping with excitement making these super easy Easter bunny cups. Use them for treats, party favors or […]