Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Painted Newspaper Tiger

This painted newspaper tiger is fun for Chinese New Year, a Cub Scout meeting, or an animal-themed party. It’s inexpensive […]

Buttercream Rose Cookies

Use a simple piping technique to make these pretty Buttercream Rose Cookies. They’re wonderful for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Teacher […]

Doily Flowers

These pretty little flowers are made from paper doilies and pink cardstock. Change the colors of the paper to coordinate […]

Easy Valentine’s Day Lollipops

These cute Valentine’s Day lollipops couldn’t be easier to make! They’re inexpensive and a fun treat to give to friends.

Conversation Heart Soaps

Dip felt hearts into glycerin soap to make these cute Valentine’s Day soaps. Stash a few in a backpack or […]

Buckeye Bears

These adorable bears are made of milk chocolate with a peanut butter fudge filling. They’re delicious, fun to make, and […]

Paper Plate Olympic Rings

Turn five paper plates into a wall decoration that is perfect for an Olympics-themed party or event. It’s easy to […]

Wild for You, Valentine

Kids will go wild over these fun animal-themed, candy free valentines. The printable includes Valentine’s Day messages featuring a camel, […]

Cardboard Tube Ninja Turtles

Looking for a fun Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle craft to do with your kids? Check out this super easy toilet […]

Craft Stick White House

The U.S. President lives in a very special house called the White House. We’ve recreated his house using craft sticks […]

Chalkboard Valentines

Write a sweet message to your favorite valentine on these chalkboard hearts. Using chalkboard paint, cardboard and pages from an […]

Semi-Secret Valentine

This fun Valentine’s Day craft features a scrambled message for your loved one to decode. Will they or won’t they […]

Teddy Bear Pops

These adorable chocolate and peanut butter teddy bear pops are a fun treat for any occasion! You’ll never guess the […]

No-Sew Fabric Scrap Frames

Use up all those small fabric scraps from previous projects by creating your own colorful picture frames. Kids will love […]

M&M Candy Giraffe

Use construction paper and M&Ms to create a cool giraffe placemat and party favor. Kids can make their own placemats […]

Be Mine Valentine’s Sign

Create a cute wooden Valentine’s Day sign to display in February. Make it as is, change the sentiment, or switch […]

Polar Bear Art

Create a beautiful winter scene featuring a polar bear. This project uses a variety of fun techniques and surprising materials.

Hershey Kiss Roses Bouquet

Make a beautiful bouquet of rosebuds using Hershey kisses. This basket makes a wonderful Valentine’s Day gift for someone special.

Chocolate Valentine Cupcake Toppers

Valentine’s Day calls for something special! Decorate your favorite cupcakes with these easy-to-do, yet totally impressive, chocolate cupcake toppers.

Felt Succulents

You don’t need a green thumb to keep these plants looking great year-round! These felt succulents are easy to do […]

Mickey Cookie Gift Bag

Decorate a gift bag with Mickey as a cookie, then fill it with Disney goodies. Any fan will love it!

Monkey Cupcakes

These “I’m Bananas About You” cupcakes are topped with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Monkeys and wrapped in printable cupcake wrappers. […]

Cat Socks Punny Money Gift

This punny money gift is simply PAWSOME! With dozens of cat-themed puns and money hidden inside the cat socks, any […]

Winter Wonderland Art

Paint a beautiful winter scene using white and shades of blue. It’s a wonderful project to do in a classroom […]

Fabric Scrap Rag Doll

Learn how to make a rag doll using fabric scraps. Each is adorable and completely one of a kind!

Military Men Valentines

All’s fair in love and war! Kids will love exchanging these clever military-themed valentines.

Kickoff Pizza

Hosting a football-themed party or having the gang over on Super Bowl Sunday? These single-serve pizzas are perfect for kickoff!

Bear and Cat Treat Toppers

Make these adorable cat and bear treat toppers for friends and family this Valentine’s Day. Or change out the candy […]

Chocolate Heart Boxes

Use cookie cutters to make these chocolate heart shaped boxes. They’re perfect for giving on Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Teacher’s […]

Snowflake Mason Jar Vases

Decorate for winter with these pretty snowflake mason jars. Use them as vases to hold evergreen cuttings that will make […]

Penguin Snack Cakes

Turn snack cakes into adorable penguins! These sweet treats make such a cute party favor or special lunchbox treat.

Valentine Foam Roses

Foam Roses Give your special valentine a gift of foam roses that will never wilt! Made from craft foam, these […]

Pop-Up Groundhog Cookies

A moveable cookie?! These adorable treats are so cute and will make your Groundhog Day celebration so much fun!

Chinese New Year Paper Fan

Construction paper and paintable stamps make this great fan for Chinese New Year. A fun project for young ones as […]

Cork Penguin

An old cork gets a new life as a cute penguin! It’s a fun craft for a cold winter’s day.

Balloon Propelled Lego Car

Learn how to build a car from Legos that is propelled by a balloon! Take this fun activity even farther […]

Penguin Gift Bag

Turn a black gift bag into the cutest little penguin! It’s so easy to do and makes the present extra […]

Colorful Ice Bowls

Make colorful ice bowls to play with this winter. It’s a simple and fun outdoor winter activity.

Birdseed Snow Angel

Help your kids delight their feathered friends by decorating a snow angel with a mosaic made of birdseed. It’s fun […]

Meringue Cookie Pops

These pretty pink meringue heart pops are a fun treat for Valentine’s Day or any time. They’re not too difficult […]

Polar Bear Cookies

These polar bear cookies are easy to make, taste great, and are absolutely adorable! They start with store-bought double cream-filled […]

Polar Bear Pretzel Pops

These white chocolate polar bear pretzel pops are absolutely darling and they taste delicious, too! They’re great for a winter […]

Puzzle Piece Peace Wreath

Remember Martin Luther King Jr. with this puzzle piece peace wreath, inspired by his famous Dream speech. This is a […]

Valentine’s Day Cookie Pops

These heart-shaped cookie pops are fun to eat and share with friends and family. Follow the easy steps to make […]

Dove Garland

Use the printable to make a beautiful garland of doves, a symbol of peace. When there is a slight breeze, […]

Snowman Thermometer

Snowman Thermometer When the weather is chilly outside, this snowman thermometer is the perfect project for kids stuck indoors. What […]

Football Sandwich Cookies

These soft, chewy football cookies are perfect for a team party, Sunday tailgating, a themed birthday, or the big game. […]

Christmas Finger Puppets

These adorable finger puppets are made from chenille stems and pom poms and couldn’t be cuter! The tutorial includes instructions […]

Babybel Cheese Santa

It’s simple to turn Babybel cheeses into cute little Santas. This edible craft is fun for children of all ages.

New Year’s Eve Noise Makers

Ring in the New Year with homemade noise makers! They’re easy to do and are made from materials you probably […]

Gingerbread Birdhouse

Decorate a plain birdhouse to look like it’s made of gingerbread! This small version hangs as an ornament on the […]

Wire and Yarn Ornament

Have fun creating yarn-wrapped wire ornaments this Christmas! They’re simple to make, very inexpensive, and the possibilities are endless.

Cityscape Fireworks Painting

Welcome the new year with some painting! This easy-to-follow tutorial takes you step-by-step to paint a beautiful cityscape with fireworks.