Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Preschool Crafts

If your looking for crafts for preschoolers we have literally thousands of ideas for you! Be sure to bookmark this page because it's your one stop shop for preschool crafts.


Egg Carton School Bus

Make this school bus from a recycled egg carton container, some paint, paper and pictures from a magazine. You can […]

Lego Window Valance

Get those Legos out from the bottom of the toy chest and turn them into a fun window treatment! This […]

Magnetic Dragonfly Clip

Make a colorful dragonfly clip that’s cute as can be. It’s perfect for holding artwork or notes on the fridge […]

Cereal Sand Castle

Use sand molds to create your own caramelized cereal treat sand castle. It’s entirely edible and completely delicious!

Dog and Cat Cupcakes

Delight party guests with these adorable Dog and Cat Cupcakes! They’re so much fun to make and couldn’t be cuter.

3 Torn Mice

Tear white cardstock or construction paper to make these adorable mice. Tearing an oval can be difficult for many young […]

Edible Elephant-on-a-Stick

These elephant-on-a-stick treats perfectly balance salty and sweet. They’re ridiculously easy to make and couldn’t be cuter!

Easy Sparkle Star Cookies

Using this premade, edible, food-safe product, you can make any cookie sparkle. These are perfect for the 4th of July!

Rice Krispies Treat Balloons

These festive balloons are Rice Krispies Treats, covered with a fruit roll-up and tied up with a licorice lace. They’re […]

Sequined CD Fish

A fun way to use up those old CD’s and DVD’s you have lying around. Turn them into sparkly fish!

Kids Chore Bucket

Turn chore time into a fun game for your little ones. It’s simple….choose a clothespin that has a chore written […]

Narwhal Cupcakes

These narwhal cupcakes are easy to make and the narwhal fan in your life will absolutely love them! Give it […]

Jellyfish in a Bottle

This is a totally creative and fun project made from a plastic bottle and a plastic grocery bag! Video below.

Beach Lunch

A fun beach lunch for kids! The beach features a crustless sandwich, blue gelatin poses as water, and it’s all […]

Milk Jug Piggy Bank

Don’t recycle those empty milk jugs and toilet paper rolls just yet… use them to make this adorable piggy bank! […]

Clothespin Button Racers

Racecars made from everyday household items. Boys and girls can challenge each other to show who can build the fastest […]

Firework Flowers

Patriotic posies for your Fourth of July celebrations. Make a bunch to decorate your table or let the kids give […]

Cargo Ship

Just cut off a corner of a plastic file, put a toothpick through it to keep the shape, and put […]

Fish in the Sea Counting Game

Your kids can make and decorate their own game board, then play a game that helps reinforce their counting skills. […]

Grow Garden Sign

Create a darling sign for a potting bench or other garden location. You can use the same simple technique for […]

Sturdy Rock Paper Weights

Charming rock bugs with keep a watchful eye over your important papers. An easy craft that sends the kids on […]

Bug Village

A fun project using materials from your back yard. Gather acorns, twigs and stones and make this great nature craft.

Magnetic Fishing Game

With our magnetic fishing game, you won’t have to worry about the weather. Use the wooden fishing pole to “catch” […]

Salt Art

Create a masterpiece with colored salt and glue. Loads of fun and a project that will bring plenty of smiles.

Ten Apples Up on Top Craft

Fans of Dr. Seuss’ classic “Ten Apples Up on Top” will love this activity that is fun to make and […]

Band-aid Lightning Bugs

Turn band-aids and googly eyes into adorable lightning bugs. A fun project for the youngest of crafters.

Magazine Mosaic Flag

Celebrate Memorial Day, Flag Day, July 4th or any patriotic occasion with these fun mosaic flags. They’re a simple way […]

Cereal Box Planter

Can you believe this trendy planter starts with a cereal box?! Whip up a bunch of these recycled, budget-friendly planters.

Camilla the Chicken

Gonzo would be lost without Camilla the Chicken. Create a fowl friend of your own with this egg-ceptional Camilla craft.

Paper Plate Cat

Turn a paper plate into a cute cat! Perfect for “C Week”, a study of pets, or just for fun. […]

Handprint Owl

Capture a child’s little handprint forever by making this beautiful canvas to hang on the wall. This makes a great […]

Monster Tooth Pillow

This adorable monster is ready to gobble up your tooth and spit out some money in return! Boys will especially […]

Wooden Spoon Shark

Make this adorable shark out of a wooden spoon, some craft foam and paint!

Crocodile Clothespin Counting

Cute crocodile clothespins that can be used for preschool counting practice and number recognition. Could also be adapted for older […]

Tissue Box Tattle Monster

The Tattle Monster is a friendly little monster ready to listen and gobble up those unwanted tattles young kids so […]

Air Dry Clay Bracelets

Use air dry clay to make simple bracelets that are lovely and fun to wear. This is a project even […]

Spring Bug Cupcakes

Do you have kids who are crazy about flying bugs? These sweet treats are made from their favorite candies. One […]

Blow Painting

Colorful monsters created from paint splotches. No two are ever the same!

Daisy Painted Rocks

These beautiful daisy painted rocks are surprisingly easy to make. They look so pretty in the garden.

Monster Popsicle Snuggies

These no-sew Popsicle holders are sure to keep those little fingers from freezing! They are made from felt and buttons […]

Sand Cast Starfish

Bring the beach home with this fun sand cast starfish project. Be sure to read the sand casting cleanup tips […]

“Sponge” Sweet Treats

Fill up your kids’ play kitchen with delectable sweet treats…all made from sponges! They will have tons fun creating their […]

Strawberry Necklace

Have the kids paint a walnut to make this faux strawberry necklace they can wear.

Coloring Page Gift Box

Create a one-of-a-kind gift box using a completed coloring page. It’s a great way to show off your colored creations!

Clothespin Alligator

Children love creating animals, and these alligator clothespins are no exception. Boys will especially like this project and it’s a […]

Birthday Candle Cookies

Decorate large birthday candle shaped sugar cookies with frosting and shimmering Sixlets candies. Delicious and so clever!

Plastic Bottle Bird Feeder

Welcome the birds to your garden with this plastic bottle bird feeder. This recycling project is lots of fun for […]

Cork Boats

Make boats from corks, craft sticks and craft foam. If the weather is warm, sail them in a pool or […]

Minion Cupcakes

Who doesn’t love minions! These fun cupcakes can be made by children of all ages and are so fun to […]

Poured Paint Cards and Gift Wrap

Jump on the poured paint trend with this kid-friendly version! Make a set of greeting cards and coordinating wrapping ‘paper.’

Clothespin Dinosaurs

Clothespins are just the right supply to make these fun chomping dinosaurs with the kids! The tutorial includes a pattern to make […]