Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Quilled Notepad Holder

Here’s a fast and simple project the kids can make for Dad. He will love this decorative and functional gift! […]

Homemade Notebook

These little notebooks are quick and easy to make and so fun to personalize. They would be great party favors […]

Paper Cake

Create a beautiful layered ‘cake’ using round paper mache boxes and paper. Makes a wonderful centerpiece. Or. fill the boxes […]

Mug Cozy

This adorable mug cozy makes a wonderful gift. It requires basic sewing skills and makes for a perfect beginner’s project.

Paper Beads

Here’s a fun and easy way to make your own beads in exactly the color you want. Use plain or […]

Friendship Bracelets

There are dozens of ways to make friendship bracelets, but this is one of the fastest and easiest. Make just […]

Balloon Flip Flops

Embellish your flip flops with balloons. They’re fun to make, inexpensive, and so incredibly cute! A great craft project for […]

Melted Bead Accessories

Have you ever made accessories with melted beads? You can make earrings, bookmarks, hair clips, magnets and more. Perfect for […]

Recycled CD Spinners

Make your own game by recycling old CDs and DVDs into fun spinning tops! Loads of fun to play with, […]

Chocolate Bacon

Chocolate bacon! That just sounds so fun, doesn’t it? Great for Father’s Day, Grandparent’s Day or even April Fool’s Day.

Ninja Stress Balls

Make your own ninja stress balls using balloons, flour, and a baggie! They’re inexpensive, fun and easy to make – […]

Washi Tape Pencils

One way to liven up your boring pencils is to decorate them with colorful washi tape. It’s quick and easy […]

Edible Crown Cupcake Wrappers

Wrap your cupcakes with edible crown shaped cupcake wrappers for Father’s Day. Fun for a princess party as well!

Craft Stick Bracelet

Your kids will be amazed as you create a bracelet from a craft stick. Who knew wood could be formed […]

Duct Tape Lanyard

This Duct Tape Lanyard is a good craft for Father’s Day or for a camp activity. Use any color or […]

Smaug/Dragon Pinata

Easily turn a dinosaur pinata into a dragon (in this case, Smaug for a hobbit birthday party). A fun craft […]

Magazine Funny Faces

Get out some magazines, scissors and a photo then get ready for some laughs! A really fun family activity and […]

Hot Air Balloon Collage

Encourage kids to share their travel dream with this beautiful hot air balloon collage. Great for an art journal or […]

Watercolor Mosaic Collage

Transform watercolor paintings into a beautiful abstract collage. Easy and fun for all ages and a really cool piece of […]

Earring and Necklace Holder

Create this quick-and simple holder to beautifully display and organize jewelry and avoid the hassles of lost earrings or tangled […]

Tea Pot Mini Garden

Create a mini garden with tea pots, tea cups and other china pieces. Great for a fairy garden and a […]

Flip Flop Refashion

Turn plain flip flops into fun flip flops with a little trim and rhinestones. A fun project for teenagers and […]

Hobbit Door Party Invitation

Welcome all the halflings to your party with this simple hobbit door party invitation. Fun to make and a great […]

DIY Marquee Letters

Marquee letters look great, but they’re so expensive! Here’s a way to make them very inexpensively, using poster board and […]

Angry Birds Party Favor

It’s easy to change party favors to fit your own theme. These Angry Birds mazes started as smily faces. Learn […]

Nail and String Letters

Help a child decorate their room with a cool version of their monogram or name. If you don’t want to […]

Tie-Dye Shoelaces

Turn ordinary shoelaces into colorful, one-of-a-kind laces you’ll love to show off! Fun for all ages and great for summer.

Ribbon Bookmark

Make a bookmark from your favorite ribbon, some cute buttons, and an elastic hairband. Fun and easy! A great project, […]

Button Elephant

Make beautiful wall hangings from buttons. Follow the instructions to make the elephant with balloons, an elephant couple, a slug […]

S’more Kit Party Favor

This project makes a fun party theme or a nice surprise on a camping trip… Learn how to make a […]

Jellyfish Art

This project uses pencil, Sharpie and paint to make the beautiful and elegant jellyfish. A perfect project for a group.

Spinning Wheel

Turn a lazy susan into a fun spinning wheel the kids will love! Label the dry-erase segments with activities, exercises, […]

St. Brigid’s Cross

Saint Brigid’s cross is traditionally woven on January 31st, in preparation for the Irish spring festival on February 1st. The […]

Dog Photo Stand

Turn plastic dogs into cute and functional photo holders! You’re not limited to dogs- try cats, dinosaurs, or any other […]

Scrabble Tile Pendant

Turn old Scrabble tiles into wearable art! These pendants are so popular right now. You can also purchase scrabble tiles […]

Hero Stones for Dad

Use ordinary stones to create a heartfelt gift for your dad. Tell him all the great things he is to […]

Wax Paper Lantern

Turn wax paper, crayons and craft sticks into a beautiful lantern! Fun for all ages, but adult supervision is required.

Ball Toss Game

Reuse some empty cans and gather some branches to make a ball toss game the kids will love. Perfect for […]

Tin Can Family Planters

Get your little ones excited about gardening by creating these simple tin can planters–one for each member of the family.

Lighted Campfire

Make these fun campfires to use as decorations or nightlights. Use an old CD, some rocks and a tissue paper […]

Quilled Bird Necklace

Quilling has been around for centuries and is one of the most inexpensive crafts of all. You’ll be surprised at […]

Graduation Pretzel Pops

Got a kid graduating from kindergarten, 8th grade or high school? These pretzel pops topped with a graduation cap and […]

DIY Memo Pads

Recycle a box from your favorite fun food into a memo pad. Great gifts or just a fun recycling craft […]

Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake

Put a twist on traditional shortcake by adding chocolate graham crackers and pretzels. It’s the perfect easy dessert for National […]

Bleached Out T-shirts

Use bleach to make personalized t-shirts that are super cool. The kids will love making them and love wearing them. […]

Graduation Cap Gift Jar

Don’t want to use a boring envelope for that monetary gift? Roll it up, tie it with ribbon, and put […]

Ladybug Sun Visors

Adorable ladybugs on inexpensive sun visors makes for a fun and simple craft for this kids this summer! Makes a […]

Eagle Handprint T-shirt

Make a patriotic eagle t-shirt using your child’s handprints. Perfect for Memorial Day, July 4th, Veteran’s Day, or any occasion!

Burlap Flower Magnets

Learn how to make chalkboard magnets that look like flowers. Adorable additions to your refrigerator, or they will make a […]

Bird Field Guides

Make your own bird field guide featuring species you regularly see in your area. What an easy and inexpensive way […]

Trained Seal Craft

Your kids will love making a seal who can balance a ball in the air. Vinyl tubing is the secret […]

Rocket Straws

Make these rocket straws using little more than an envelope and a straw. Easy and inexpensive to make, this craft […]

Polka Dot Flowerpots

Make your own cheerful polka dot flowerpots this spring! All you need is acrylic paint, adhesive vinyl, and a sealer! […]

Bubble Snakes

Don’t recycle that water bottle just yet! Use it to make awesome bubble snakes. Add drops of food color for […]