Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Ribbon and Bead Bracelet

This pretty bracelet is very simple to make and requires no jewelry-making tools or experience.  Note: The instructions say to singe […]

DIY Pinwheels

Make a cute pinwheel that actually moves!   Use this printable to turn transparency paper and glitter into a toy or […]

Printable Cheeseburger Gift Box

Think outside the box with a quick and easy printable cheeseburger gift box! It’s fun, unusual and the perfect size […]

Patriotic Upcycled Cans

Decorate your July 4th table with this fun patriotic craft!  It’s fast and easy to turn empty cans into these […]

Firecracker Licorice

Have a blast making these simple licorice firecrackers!  These tasty treats will be a hit during the 4th of July […]

Wooden Bird Houses

Wooden birdhouses are so fun to build and to decorate!  Older children with basic woodworking skills can build these (with […]

Tassel Bookmarks

Make cute and colorful bookmarks with a matching yarn tassel.  Keep them plain or personalize them with your name or […]

Stepping Stones

Stepping stones are a fun, easy and creative outdoor project to make with the kids.  Decorate the stones with gems, […]

Matisse-Style Cutout Art

Teach kids about Henri Matisse with this fun paper cutting art project!  There’s so much room for creativity.

Rainbow Cupcake Toppers

Use fondant to make cute and easy rainbow cupcake toppers.  These are fun for a rainbow-themed party, St. Patrick’s Day, […]

Puffy Paint Boot Embellishment

Decorate plain boots with puffy paint to create a whimsical, one-of-a-kind look.  A fun way to add some of your […]

Leather Cord Bracelet

This leather cord bracelet is very easy to make, even for beginners.  A fun project to do at camp, at […]

Polymer Clay Beads

Learn how to make colorful polymer clay beads to wear as jewelry.  The tutorial includes two- and three-tone beads as well […]

Father’s Day Pencil Cup

Turn an empty can into a cool suit and tie pencil holder.  This make a fun gift for Father’s Day or […]

Painting With Plants

Put away the crayons, markers and paints and try something totally different.  Use plants to create a rainbow of colors!

Claytime on Pirate Island

Create pirate fun with clay using these fabulous ideas and a printable background.  A great activity for summer, a rainy […]

Knitted Hair Bow

This cute hair bow can be created by a beginning to intermediate knitter. It can be worn by someone of any […]

Garden Seed Storage Box

Use Mod Podge and scraps of fabric to dress up a tin box to use to hold garden seed packets. […]

Washi Tape Picture Frame

Give a picture frame a totally different look by adding washi tape!  This project is fun and easy to change […]

Hero Mason Jar

Honor that special service member with a personalized Hero Mason Jar.  It makes a wonderful gift at any time of […]

Rainbow Ribbon Necklace

This rainbow ribbon necklace is very easy to make and requires no jewelry-making experience.  Make it as is, or switch […]

Monogrammed Button Bracelet

Make a button bracelet for yourself or as a gift, customizing the button colors and the monogram to suit the recipient. […]

Fringe Drop Earrings

These fringe drop earrings look complicated to make, but they are actually very easy and totally appropriate for a beginner. […]

Ribbon Earrings

Use leftover bits of your favorite ribbons to make one-of-a-kind earrings.  A fun and easy project that doesn’t take a […]

Tiger Striped T-Shirt

Paint cool tiger stripes on a t-shirt using fabric spray paint.  Kids will love making these and then showing off […]

Candy Wrapper Origami Butterflies

Transform candy wrappers into beautiful origami butterflies!  A fun way to introduce kids to origami, using something that would otherwise […]

Soda Can Vase

Use a can opener and paint or tape to turn an aluminum can into a cute vase.  A fun upcycling […]

Stenciled Flower Pot

Introduce children to stenciling with this easy, glittery flower pot.  Add a plant and it makes a wonderful gift for […]

Origami Swan

Origami is one of the most inexpensive crafts a kid can do. This swan is a great project to help young […]

Foam Tropical Wind Sock

Create a cute tropical windsock out of foam to remind your family of fun times at the beach.  Follow the […]

Tie Dye Art

This fun summer craft uses canvas, glue, and dye and can be customized with any colors of design.  It’s a […]

Rainbow Tie-Dye Surprise Cake

Everyone will love this rainbow tie-dye surprise cake!  It’s actually surprisingly easy to make once you know the secret.

Photo Bookmark Clip

This darling photo bookmark clip is easy and inexpensive to make, and would be a wonderful gift for a parent, grandparent […]

Crochet Wish Bracelet

Learn how to crochet a beaded wish bracelet.  You only need to know how to chain, so it’s perfect for beginning […]

Felted Soap

Felted soap makes a great scrubbie, a gift anyone would appreciate receiving.  This easy and fun activity is a wonderful […]

Patriotic Freedom Drops

This colorful pretzel snack is very quick and easy to make and really tasty!  It is ideal for the 4th […]

Frame with Homemade Enamel Dots

Make homemade dimensional painted enamel dots, then use them to decorate a frame!  This makes a wonderful gift for Mother’s Day, […]

Cold Stone Ice Cream Party

Guests will love making their own ice cream creation or choosing from the downloadable menu.  This is a fun party […]

Origami Turtle

Fold a cute origami turtle in only 8 steps!  Use colorful origami paper or solid-colored copy paper.

Bubble Wrap Calendar

Help the kids make their own bubble wrap calendar!  It’s so fun to pop each day.  Adapt this idea for a […]

Dad’s Trinket Box

Give Dad something thoughtful and useful this Father’s Day – a box for all his trinkets.  It’s easy to personalize and […]

Temporary Tattoos Printable

Use this printable and temporary tattoo paper to make your own temporary tattoos.  It’s great fun for parties!

PVC Pencil Holder

Make a pretty ombre pencil holder from PVC pipes.  Keep it for yourself or create one as a gift for […]

Wood Button Bead Earrings

Turn wood button beads into adorable earrings.  They are easy to make and require only basic jewelry-making equipment and skills.

Easy Jar Vase

These cute vases couldn’t be easier!  All you need are empty jars and craft vinyl.  These make a wonderful gift for […]

Plastic Egg Nesting Dolls

Have any leftover plastic Easter eggs?  Don’t throw them out!  Use them to create these adorable nesting dolls.

Painted Chevron Planters

Create beautiful, one-of-a-kind planters with paint and chevron tape.  Fun for kids of all ages.

Stamped Feather Headbands

Create fancy painted or stamped feathers, then turn them into cool headbands!  These unique accessories are as fun to make […]

Sculpted Paper Flower Gift Bag

Turn plain white gift bags into gorgeous monochromatic paper flower sculptures for just a few cents.  These elegant bags are […]

Wire-Wrapped Button Ring

This wire-wrapped button ring is inexpensive and fun to make and to wear.  Choose any color of buttons and wire.

Drawstring T-Shirt Bag

Help your kids turn their favorite old t-shirts into drawstring bags!  This is an easy project for those new to […]

Rubber Band Loom Yarn Flower

Use your rubber band loom to make this beautiful yarn flower!  Turn the flower into a hair accessory, add it […]

Beaded Dragonfly Pendant

Create a bright and beautiful beaded dragonfly pendant to wear as a necklace.  A fun project for beginning beaders.

Highlighter Roll

Help your child create this cute and colorful highlighter roll to give to a special teacher.  Or, adapt this idea […]

Colorful Stretch Bracelet

Create a pretty stretch bracelet using simple beading techniques.  This project is appropriate for those who are new to beading.

Multi-Strand Pearl Bracelet

This pretty multi-strand ombre pearl bracelet is a fun project for someone who is new to beading.  Customize it with […]

Popcorn Relay Game

This popcorn relay race requires fancy footwork! Each person can make their own shoe cups or they can be made […]