Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Rosebud Fairy Lights

These Rosebud Fairy Lights are perfect for Valentine’s Day, a garden party, a girl’s room or any place you want […]

Needle Felted Hearts

Needle felting is a fun craft for older children and teens. Use a cookie cutter to make a cute needle […]

Popsicle Stick Name Art

Use scissors to cut popsicle sticks to create fun name art. A great project for older children or teens.

DIY Lined Envelope

This tutorial to make lined envelopes can be adapted to any theme, but these are Firefly invites. Shiny!

Plastic Lid Thumbprint Kids

Use recycled lids to make this fun thumbprint craft. These can be turned into a game, used for pretend play, […]

Repurposed Sweater Mittens

It’s cold out and the perfect time to make your own mittens from a repurposed sweater or scarf (your own […]

Dowel Lamp

The light effects that this lamp makes are amazing. Find out how simple creating it is! All you need is […]

Craft Stick Bracelets

It’s fun and easy to make unique bracelets from craft sticks and colorful paper. So much room for creativity!

Quilled Snowflakes

Learn how to make beautiful snowflake decorations! They are extremely simple to do…all you need is paper!

Boo-Boo Bag

It only takes minutes to make a hot/cold rice pack to help ease the pain of boo-boos. Kids can use […]

Decoupage Votive

This pretty votive is fun and easy to make. It can be used for home decor or you can even […]

Coiled Ring

This is a free project which will tell you a simple way to make a multi-strand ring with multi-colored and […]

Diagonal Striped Bracelet

I’d like to show you a cool diagonal striped pattern made of turquoise beads and white glass pearls. Click here […]

Braided Headbands with Ribbon

Here you’ll learn how to make braided headbands with ribbon. Once you understand this pattern and the skill, you can […]

Beaded Suede Cord Bracelet

If you can tie square knot, you can make a bracelet! Here is a primary pattern on making a bracelet […]

A Chinese-style Bracelet

Wondered a novel way of making bracelets with string and beads? Here, you’ll be taught to make a bracelet with […]

Miniature Christmas Wreaths

Tutorial for miniature (real!) Christmas wreaths. Perfect for gift tags and more. Free printable Victorian ribbon banner labels.

Snowman Name Craft

This simple snowman craft is a fun project for a cold winter’s day. There is lots of room for creativity […]

Mitten Beaded Necklace

Here is a tutorial on how to make a Christmas necklace adorned with cute mittens. Made of felt and beads, […]

Mickey Mouse Earrings

It’s easy and fun to make your own adorable Mickey Mouse earrings. The tutorial gives suggestions for holiday-themed Mickey earrings […]

Burlap Christmas Tree

This beautiful tree starts with a styrofoam cone. A fun project best suited for tweens or teenagers.

Twisted Suede Cord Bracelet

This suede cord bracelet tutorial will teach you the way sewing a twisted suede cord and bead bracelet in super […]

Edible 3-D Sunglasses

These cute 3-D sunglasses are totally edible and fun to make. They’re fun for New Year’s Eve, summertime, a diva-themed […]

Reindeer Fudge

This quick and easy fudge makes a great gift for neighbors, coaches, teachers and anyone else on your child’s gift […]

Twine Snowmen

When the weather outside is frightful, build a snowman indoors with balls of twine. With an assortment of sizes, you […]

Christmas Tic Tacs

A quick and easy project to do with kids of all ages. These cute Tic Tacs are perfect to give […]

Baker Twine Ornament

Learn to make a fun and easy ornament using baker’s twine and a few other supplies.

Evergreen Topiary

Make beautiful decorative topiaries, perfect for outdoors or indoors. Requires adult supervision.

Sock Snowman

Here is a very simple tutorial on how to create a sock snowman. It’s a project that can be done […]

Christmas Present Frame

Make a pretty Christmas frame that looks like it belongs under the tree even after it’s unwrapped. A wonderful gift […]

Peppermint Ornament

This darling peppermint ornament opens to reveal a Christmas photo. Create a new ornament each year for a tree full […]

Christmas Candy Wreath

Here’s an easy to make wreath using candy as your decorations. Fun for a Christmas party or even a gift.

Cardboard Tube Cross

How does a craft that costs nothing to make sound? Save those empty cardboard tubes and turn them into beautiful […]

Nutter Butter Santas

These cute little Santas are a fun project for kids to make. They require no baking and use all store-bought […]

Mason Jar Snow Globe

This beautiful snow globe actually contains a hidden gift card! A fun project for children to make for someone special.

Popsicle Stick Nativity

Create a simple Christmas Nativity scene with popsicle sticks. Add magnetic strips to the back so they stick on the […]

Snowman Garland

This cute-as-can-be snowmen garland is sure to brighten any holiday room. These happy snowman faces are made by covering foam […]

Embroidery Hoop Snowman

Use an embroidery hoop to create an adorable smiling snowman. Hang it in the window for an extra dose of […]

Santa’s Belt Ornament

Use paint and glitter paper to make this easy and adorable Santa’s belt ornament. It looks so striking hanging on […]

Snowball Fight in a Bucket

If the weather isn’t cooperating for an outdoor snowball fight, make your own indoor version! No cold, wet, messy snow […]

Snowman Hinge

Turn an ordinary hardware-store hinge into an adorable snowman ornament. An inexpensive and fun gift.