Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Pumpkin Shadow Box

This clever diorama was made from a foam pumpkin and a little spray paint. Place whatever you want, like this […]

Postage Stamp Necklace

For teenagers that are looking to create more jewelry, this absolutely lovely postage stamp necklace is a fabulous project for […]

Bee House

Build a bee house to help nature along and encourage pollination of the area plants. The tutorial explains about a […]

T-shirt Backpack

Kids can turn their old t-shirts into a usable backpack with this tutorial from Family Fun. Parents may need to […]

Wire Name Necklace

This tutorial explains how to make a name or other word out of wire and turn it into a pretty […]

Glow in the Dark Spider Web

This glow in the dark spider web is the perfect spider or Halloween craft. It is also a wonderful night […]

Fingernail Pretzels

It’s ok to chew on theses fingernails! It’s a frightful fancy treat for kids of all ages. A pretzel turned […]

Halloween Shaped Cheese

You can make these cheese shapes at home using a silicone mold. Kids will love being in the kitchen and […]

Paint Chip Bookmark

Recycle those paint chips into bookmarks after your painting project is finished. Fun and colorful bookmarks to use in the […]

Colorful Duct Tape Pumpkin

Learn how to make duct tape-covered pumpkins with duct tape roses. This project is so easy even a child can […]

Soy Skull Candle

This tutorial shows how to make a soy candle in the shape of a skull, perfect for Halloween. Tweens and […]

Hunger Games Charm Bracelet

Is your daughter a Hunger Games fan? She’ll love the idea of making her own book bracelet! This tutorial shows […]

Stamped Clay Jewelry

Sculpting clay is perfect for making your own charms for necklaces, keychains and bracelets. Tweens and teens will love the […]

Origami Necklace

Teenagers and tweens will love this origami style necklace they can make using simple pleats and a few jewelry supplies. […]

Mosaic Scrap Cards

Make these fun greeting cards from card stock and recycled magazine pages. Mosaics are a great way to show kids […]

Chunky Bead Knotted Necklace

This pretty and bright necklace is full of chunky colorful beads and ribbon! An easy way to make jewelry that […]

Knotted No-Hem Capri Pants

Is your teen or tween looking for a sewing project to hone her skills? These adorable capris are perfect for […]

Patriotic Homemade Candy Corn

Here’s a tasty way to celebrate your patriotism – make red, white and blue candy corn! A yummy treat the […]

Patriotic Splatter Paint Nails

Decorate your fingernails to show your patriotic spirit. Whether it’s the Olympic games, 4th of July or any other time […]

Notebook Organizer

This is a great project for the beginning sewer, or something fun mom can make for her kids. Keep pens […]

Sparkle Top Pencil

Colored pencil come without erasers, unlike the No. 2 pencil we are used to. Jazz up the top of that […]

Ribbons and Buttons Headband

This pretty headband is the perfect back to school accessory! It’s super easy to create and hardly takes any time. […]

Make Duct Tape Bracelets

So many uses for Duck Tape, and bracelets are a great idea! A pretty wearable craft your kids can make […]

Washi Tape Pencil Wraps

No messy paint and nothing complicated, just some simple washi tape and everyday pencils and your kids will be stylin’ […]

Rainbow Doily Spinners

Create these colorful decorations for your next birthday party or baby shower with paper doilies and water colors! Match them […]

Crepe Paper Jellyfish

Go under the sea and make a crepe paper jellyfish. If you enjoy beach themed crafts this is one you […]

Neon Confetti Notebooks

The kids are all heading back to school and everyone has the same supplies. Change it up a bit with […]

Paint Can Storage Pails

It’s back to school time! Time to organize your supplies and maybe even charm the new teacher with a little […]

Rainbow Backpack Charm

This pretty back pack bauble is made from stackable crayons and a paper clip! A fun way to turn back […]

Candy Corn Topiaries

Here’s a simple project your kids can make to decorate the house for Halloween! Easy to do with candy corn […]

Denim Beaded Ring

A fun way to recycle bits of old blue jeans. A great craft for a teenager, would be fun for […]

Neon Paper Bead Earrings

Make paper beads with neon paper, a paper punch, and Mod Podge. This is a great project for teenagers and […]

Neon Pens

Here’s a great way to make your school pens different from everyone else’s! This is an easy project that anyone […]

Neon Feather Storage Boxes

This storage boxes are great for storing all sorts of things, including school supplies like erasers, paper clips and even […]

Colorful Book Covers

Back to school means asking for paper bags when you go grocery shopping so you can make book covers! instead […]

Jumprope Keychain Bracelets

You won’t misplace your keys any more! Dollar store jump ropes are a good substitute for utility rope and are […]

Easy Nail Stencil

Easy way to make finger nail polish stencils – with a paper punch. Great for tweens & teens, fun for […]

Decoupage Pumpkin

Kids will love making this pumpkin that has been Mod Podged with scrapbook paper. It’s a fun project that kids […]

Embellished School Supplies

Decorate your 3 ring binders by embellishing them with pretty scrapbook paper and personalizing with your favorite photos. This is […]

Square Knot Bracelet

This fun bracelet was made with jump ropes and cord. This would make a great sleepover or teen party project. […]

Washi Tape Pen Holder

Here are instructions for how to make your own pretty pen holders with washi tape. Washi tape is a fun […]

Tie Dye T-shirt Jewelry

Make tie dye jewelry out of braided t-shirt strings. Great way to recycle old stained t-shirts. This is a really […]

Homemade Envelopes

This is a fun paper craft for the whole family! Learn to make an envelope out of any paper you […]

Blowing Dandelion T-shirt

Here’s an easy way to paint a blowing dandelion on a t-shirt. This is a really fun project for tweens […]

Quick Book Cover

This easy note book cover will have your child headed back to school in style. Fun to make and an […]

Easy Ombre Nail Art

This is an easy nail art technique that the girl in your life will love. It’s a great idea for […]

Pencil Cuff Bracelet

Whether you have a trendy teen or you know a teacher who enjoys quirky accessories, nothing screams back-to-school fashion quite […]

Secret Postcard Decoder

This paper decoder is a very basic, entry-level approach to understanding ciphers and is great fun for postcards. A fun […]

Water Blast Carnival Game

Use inexpensive items to make your own carnival games for your next party! Games like Water Blast – We nailed […]

Zentangle Key Chain

Zentangles — a fancy word to describe doodles! Doodle your way to an awesome key chain by drawing on shrink […]

Duct Tape Phone Case

Using duct tape and color coordinated fabric, we’ll show you how to construct a really cool phone case! Back to […]

BooBoo Bandaid Brownies

What’s the best way to make a kid feel better when they get a booboo? A brownie treat shaped like […]

Jar Lanterns

Recycle glass jars and colorful candy wrappers to make these beautiful jar lanterns. An easy project for kids of all […]

Amulets

Use play-dough, buttons and beads to create an old fashioned good luck charm. Perfect for a party craft, history project, […]

Stylish Pencil Pouches

Hit the halls in style this school year when you create these cute pencil pouches! Gather pretty paper, a sandwich […]

Homemade Incense

We’ll show you how easy it is to make your own incense. A great tutorial that’s appealing to teenagers.

Faux Red Coral

If your kids like creating under the sea dioramas, follow our instructions on how to make red coral. Using resin […]

Mini Burger Bites

Nothing says summer like picnics and burgers! Surprise your picnic guests with these fun cookie burgers for dessert.