Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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.

Educational Placemat

Keep the kids busy before dinner with this simple placemat. The printable makes it so easy to create.

Portable Felt Board

Keep the kids busy in the car, at a restaurant, or in a waiting room with this fun felt board. […]

Bottle-Stamped Flowers

Use an empty soda bottle to create these cute stamped flowers. This is a fun craft for all ages to do.

Bouncy Ball Stamped Pufferfish

Make this adorable pufferfish by stamping with a bouncy ball! It’s easy to do, it’s fun for kids of all […]

Paper Plate Fish

Make a school of colorful fish from paper plates! Decorate them with paint, sequins, feathers, pom poms or anything else you […]

Milk Jug Bat Masks

Don’t throw out those milk jugs! They’re the perfect materials to make these fun bat masks for Halloween, a themed […]

Exploding Art

Grab the kids and head outdoors for this super fun exploding art project! IEach one is completely different.

Colorful Magnetic Board

This huge magnetic board is great for hanging kids’ artwork, leaving notes, or practicing spelling words. You might be surprised […]

Squirt Gun Painting

Kids of all ages will love creating artwork with paint-filled squirt guns! This unique project is the ultimate in summertime […]

Dragonfly Hair Clip

Turn grosgrain ribbon and glass beads into a pretty dragonfly hair accessory. This project is best for adults or teens […]

Star Wars Water Bottle Labels

Keep track of everyone’s water bottles with these adorable printable labels. They’re great for a Star Wars themed birthday party […]

Cork Sailboats

Get ready for summer sailing adventure play at home or at the seaside. These adorable little boats are easy to […]

Clay Coasters

Create beautiful white coasters with clay and 3 decorative buttons. It’s so easy to do and makes a fantastic gift for […]

Glow-in-the-Dark Solar System Sensory Bin

This glow-in-the-dark solar system sensory bin allows kids to explore the planets and their characteristics. It’s a fun accompaniment to […]

Big Clown Tie

Big Clown Tie Dress up like a clown with this oversized tie! Anything goes when it comes to the colors and […]

Margarine Tub Boat

Set sail on your next fun craft! This Margarine Tub Boat is a great project for summer.

Citrus Slice Coasters

Use air-dry clay and paint to create colorful coasters that are lots of fun for summer. They’re easy to make, […]

Nature Weaving

This nature weaving activity combines creativity and the outdoors. It costs nothing and encourages the exploration of textures and nature.

Space Sensory Bottle

This sensory bottle is filled with black gravel, rocks, and space-themed toys. Kids can also use it as an I-Spy […]

Fairy Jar Night Light

This pretty Fairy Jar is easy to make and lasts for months or years. Just periodically replace the battery-operated tea lights. Make […]

Dollar Store Clipboard Update

Display children’s artwork on a set of these inexpensive clipboards. Just spruce them up with a bit of contact paper.

Simple String Busy Bag

This simple string activity is easy to put together as a busy bag activity. It creates many open-ended play possibilities.

Cupcake Liner Butterflies

Cupcake Liner Butterfly This easy cupcake liner craft is fun for little hands and growing minds! What you need: Glue Scissors […]

Seaside Sensory Bin

This seaside sensory bin is a great way to bring a bit of the beach inside. It uses cut-up pool […]

Cheerios Self Portraits

Using cereal to create self portraits is a great way for kids to celebrate their individuality. It’s a fun craft […]

Aluminum Can Vase

Turn an empty aluminum can into a colorful vase! This easy recycling project is great fun for kids of all […]

Mini Cupcakes in Candy Cups

Make an extraordinary dessert with this mini cupcake and tiny candy combination! It’s so easy to do and is the perfect […]

Family Command Center

It’s so easy to create a customizable Family Command Center. This organizational system costs less than $10.

Ocean Sensory Bin Adventure

In hot summer days, playing in or around water is more than just fun! Kids can create a little piece of the […]

Buttons Mosaic

Use buttons to create fun mosaics. Kids can draw anything, from flowers to cars to abstract art.

Painting with Unusual Brushes

Create a stunning art canvas with brushes that are traditionally used for something other than painting! The different textures and shapes give […]

Coffee Filter Jellyfish

Adorable jellyfish made from coffee filters that kids can color themselves, a great preschool ocean themed craft!

Paper Plate Jellyfish

This cute jellyfish is made from a paper plate and ribbon. A fun project for preschoolers and great for an […]

Fish Magnets

Recycle a foam meat tray into adorable fish magnets. You can even recycle those old magnets you’ve had on your […]

Deep Blue Sea Water Play Bin

Make this water play bin with an ocean theme for hours of sensory play. Great for toddlers and preschoolers.

Patriotic Pinwheel

Make your own patriotic paper using paint and a home made sponge stamp! It’s easy and so much fun. Patriotic […]

Red, White and Blue Star Wand

Red, White and Blue Star Wand Kids will love decorating and creating this fun wand for the 4th of July. What […]

You Are My Sunshine Art Print

Print out this adorable ‘You Are My Sunshine’ print. It’s cute for a bedroom, playroom or even glued to the […]

Backyard Racetrack

Make this quick and easy Backyard Racetrack for hours of outdoor fun. It starts with bricks and pavers.

Chenille Stem Monsters

Let your creativity go wild with these fun chenille stem monsters! After they’re done, give them names and come up […]

Olympics-Themed Note Card

An Olympics-themed party is fun any time, but is especially great during an Olympic year. These note cards can be […]

Ribbon Wands

These beautiful ribbon wands make wonderful party favors. They’re also fun for parades, dress-up play and so much more.

No-Sew Mini Me Doll

Make this easy no-sew Mini Me Doll in less than an hour. The tutorial includes instructions for sewing if you […]

Washi Tape Father’s Day Card

Use washi tape to make a colorful card for Father’s Day or any occasion. It’s so easy to do and […]

Painted Hammer for Father’s Day

Turn a plain hammer into a colorful, monogrammed gift for Dad. It’s a fun way for kids to show how […]

Dinosaur Terrariums

These Dinosaur Terrariums are a lot of fun to make. They’re very easy and a great introduction to gardening.

Printable Paper Bird Mobile

These printable paper birds are so sweet. String them up as a mobile, make garland or use them as cute cards!

Finding Dory Popcorn

Celebrate the release of ‘Finding Dory’ with this fun treat. Ocean blue candy-coated popcorn is speckled with Dory and Nemo […]

Painted Stone Bugs

Transform plain rocks into colorful and fun bugs for the garden. It’s easy to do and there’s tons of room […]

Minecraft Perler Bead Necklace

Perler beads make the perfect pixelated pendants for these Minecraft-themed necklaces. They’re fun and easy for kids to make.

Fabric Painted Cushions

Kids will love making their own cushion that shows off their artwork. Begin by using fabric paint to decorate fabric, […]

Father’s Day Button Handprint

This personalized button handprint craft makes the perfect gift for Father’s Day. The printable makes it easy to do.

My Dad Rocks

Say “My Dad Rocks!” with this awesome card to make for Father’s Day. Use the printable included with the tutorial or […]

Clay Jellyfish

This fun jellyfish decoration is made of clay and fabric. It’s a fun way to use up remnants and scraps that […]

Patriotic Ice Cream Cones

These red, white, and blue patriotic ice cream cones are perfect for Memorial Day and Fourth of July cookouts. They’re […]

Succulent Plant Mini Tree House

Make a cute mini indoor treehouse for your succulent plant. It’s easy to do and costs practically nothing.

Popsicle Stick Pallet Coasters for Father’s Day

Any dad would love a gift from the heart. These pallet coasters are fun to make and easy to customize with paints, […]

Pearl Headband with Felt Flower

Make a very feminine headband featuring pearls and a felt flower. It’s easy to make and less expensive than store-bought […]

Crib Rails Planter

When it’s time to convert the crib to a toddler bed, turn the rails into a vertical planter. After an […]

Floating Flower Sensory Bin

Entertain your toddler with this floating flower sensory bin! The tutorial explains three fun activities for play-based learning.