Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Shark Paper Tube Craft

Celebrate Shark Week with this cute paper tube shark craft. It’s a fun craft to accompany a study of ocean […]

Coastal Wood Slice Coasters

The vibrant beach-inspired colors make these wood slice coasters so pretty. Best of all, they’re really easy to do.  

Handprint Campfire

This cool campfire craft starts with a handprint and ends with a ‘toasted’ marshmallow over the fire. What a fun […]

Painted Rock Tic-Tac-Toe

Although these strawberries and kiwi look good enough to eat, they’re actually painted rocks for tic-toe-toe. Add a board and […]

Fruit & Cookie Beach Ball

Head to the beach, if only in your mind, with this bright and cheery beach ball. This delicious treat starts […]

Bowling Ball Ladybugs

Turn old bowling balls into bright ladybugs for the backyard. Make one, or craft an entire ladybug family using retired […]

Beachy Starfish

Follow the steps to create whimsical beachy starfish that are sure to make you smile. This easy craft is great […]

Paper Plate Sea Crab

Learn how to transform an ordinary paper plate into this cute crab! A fun summertime craft for your kids. Summertime […]

Rainbow Tie Dye Shirts

Make your own beautiful rainbow tie dye shirts. They are as much fun to make as they are to wear. 

Mini Coastal Clay Houses

Let your creativity shine by making mini coastal houses out of clay. Display them in a shadowbox, fish bowl, mason […]

Make-Ahead Camping Scavenger Hunt

Before your next camping trip, hike or other outdoor adventure, prepare a scavenger hunt to take along! Follow the suggestions […]

Sandy Shapes Art

Turn any shape into a sandy work of art. This fun activity is actually a low-mess project, thanks to one inexpensive […]

Sandpaper Sandcastle

Create the sandcastle of your dreams using sandpaper! It’s easy to do with tons of room for creativity.

Easy Beach Bucket Cake

Yes, it’s really cake! All you need is an inexpensive plastic pail, your favorite cake and frosting, and this simple […]

Tie Dye Beach Towel

Create an eye-catching beach towel that is truly one of a kind! This tie dye project is so much fun […]

Sand Clay Handprint Keepsake

Capture a child’s handprint forever with this beautiful beach-inspired keepsake. It’s done with homemade sand clay.

Yard Dominoes

Make a set of oversized dominoes for the backyard or to take along while camping, visiting the beach or picnicking. […]

Rainbow Ice Pops

These beautiful rainbow ice pops deliver surprise bites of sweet and sour! They’re so easy to make and such a […]

Egg Carton Buggy Mobile

This adorable mobile is a time consuming project, but the results are well-worth the time invested! You can shorten the […]

75+ Recycled Can Crafts

There are plenty of fun can crafts you can make using coffee cans, vegetable and tomato cans, and even tuna […]

Cupcake Liner Fish

Did you know cupcake liners make the perfect base for a kids fish craft? No matter if they are solid […]

Watermelon Pancakes

Make these fun watermelon pancakes with your kids. The tutorial includes a simple pancake recipe that the whole family will […]

Plastic Egg Fireflies

These adorable bugs are made from plastic Easter eggs and LED tea lights. They’re such a fun project for kids!

Colorful Kites

Share the love of flying a kite by designing your own colorful kites! It take some time to assemble, but […]

Watermelon Ice Cream Cones

Summer is the perfect time for watermelon, whether it’s the fresh fruit or this frozen treat that looks like a […]

Homemade Sidewalk Chalk

If you’re looking for a fun and creative activity to do with your kids, why not make your own sidewalk […]

Egg Carton Whale

Make a darling egg carton whale with just a few simple supplies. It’s so easy to do!

Patriotic Bandana Wreath

Adorn your door with this red, white, and blue patriotic bandana wreath for your Fourth of July celebrations. It’s easy […]

Patriotic Popcorn

Bag colorful red, white and blue popcorn for a fun dessert at your Memorial Day picnic. The secret to this […]

Patriotic Punch

Have the kids help make some patriotic punch! Not only is it tasty and cute, but it’s a great opportunity […]

Patriotic Marshmallow Pops

These red, white and blue sparkly marshmallow pops are perfect for Memorial Day, the 4th of July, or any patriotic […]

Patriotic Paper Lantern

Make patriotic paper lanterns in just minutes. This craft looks great, is inexpensive and couldn’t be any easier!

Patriotic Oreo Pops

Make this edible treat to celebrate any day you want to be patriotic. 4th of July, Patriot Day, Memorial or […]

Starfish S’mores

These adorable starfish are made from homemade marshmallow, dipped in dark chocolate, and coated in graham cracker crumbs. Two little […]

Cardboard Tube Mermaid

This adorable mermaid is made from a cardboard paper tube! Great for imaginative play or just for a fun decoration […]

Rainbow Dream Catcher

Dream catchers are fun to make and look so cool hanging on the wall. This version is simple for even […]

Campfire Marshmallow Cookies

Planning an indoor campout with the kids? This delicious campfire marshmallow cookie is perfect for any camping-themed party!

Hula Hoop Croquet

Even if your kids have never played traditional croquet, they’ll love this modified version–a cross between kickball and croquet! It […]

DIY S’more Roasters

Here’s a fun craft to do before your next camping trip or cookout. Make your own s’more roasters using air-dry […]

Water Bottle Bowling

Turn plastic water bottles into colorful bowling pins! This is a great game for kids of all ages and is […]

Summer Camp Necklaces

Whether you are going camping or hosting a camping themed party, these necklaces will be a hit. All you need […]

Friendship Bracelets

See how to create your very own friendship bracelets to share with friends! Create them together in colors of your […]

World’s Best Dad Trophy

World’s Best Dad Trophy Make Dad a shiny gold trophy for Father’s Day using foam cups. This trophy will show […]

Homemade Kaleidoscope

Create beautiful patterns with this fun homemade kaleidoscope. It’s a great project to do at home or with a group.

Homemade Postcards

Gather up your fabric scraps and make some one-of-a-kind postcards that you can really mail! This is such a fun […]

Woven Cereal Box Sun

Using some cardboard from a cereal box and some yarn, your kids can make this adorable woven sun! It’s a […]

Glowing Campfire Craft

This glowing campfire is made with tissue paper and a tea light. Use it as a night light, for pretend […]

Origami Baseball Jersey

Learn how easy it is to turn a plain piece of paper into an origami baseball jersey. Then decorate it […]

Goldfish Bowl Night Light

Transform a dollar store vase and tissue paper into a cool night light for your room. No special tools or […]

Rainbow Button Wind Chime

Turn a rainbow of colorful buttons and recycled lids into this beautiful wind chime. It’s perfect for the garden, the […]

Craft Stick Beach Plaque

Gather the seashells you collected at the beach this summer and make this fun beach plaque. This is a great […]

Framed Sand Writing

Make memories of the beach by writing your name in the sand, photographing it and then framing it. Embellish the […]

Baseball Pen Holder

Felt and dimensional craft paint turn an ordinary vegetable or soup can into a fun baseball-themed pen or pencil holder. […]