Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Peep Wreath

You know that Easter is right around the corner when Peeps start popping up in stores! Use Peeps to make […]

Parrot Yarn Painting

Use scraps of yarn to ‘paint’ a beautiful picture of a parrot. You can make a different animal, a favorite […]

Leprechaun Hat Cupcakes

These adorable leprechaun hat cupcakes are baked in an ice cream cone. They look complicated, but they are easy enough […]

Clothespin Giraffe

This giraffe stands up on its own thanks to sturdy clothespin legs. It’s such a fun project for kids to […]

Oz-Inspired Hot Air Balloons

These beautiful Oz-inspired hot air balloons are made with old light bulbs. This trash-to-treasure craft is perfect for a bedroom […]

Green Egg Cookies

Celebrate Dr. Seuss with this sweet treat: cookies that look like green eggs. Fun, easy, and tasty!

Paper Four Leaf Clovers

Use a heart punch to create dozens of lucky four leaf clovers. This makes a beautiful display for St. Patrick’s […]

Wookie Birdhouse

Help your Star Wars fan turn an empty milk or juice carton into a cute Wookie Birdhouse. It’s a great […]

Neon Cupcakes

Make easy and eye-catching neon cupcake toppers using fondant with this fun tutorial. Learn the secret for making the patterns […]

Paper Mache Boat

These whimsical boats are made from paper mache and fabric. They’re a fun project to do together as a family. 

Quick Heart Cards

Make these quick and easy valentines for the ones that you love. They’re based on positive and negative space.

Rainbow Grilled Cheese

Whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day, a celebration of spring, or just a random day, Rainbow Grilled Cheese makes any occasion special! […]

Edible Tea Cups

Invite your stuffed animals and dolls to a spring tea party, complete with sweet treats! These adorable edible teacups are […]

Enchilada Hearts

Valentine’s Day foods don’t have to be full of sugar! These heart-shaped chicken enchiladas make an excellent main course for […]

Puffy Heart Valentine

Puffy Heart Valentine Make this puffy heart by gluing tissue paper onto paper. It’s a fun valentine craft that can be […]

Football Mason Jars

Wow your guests with a bunch of football mason jars. These cute football-themed party ideas are great to use as […]

Pile of Hearts Doodle

Doodle a pile of hearts, then turn it into a colorful piece of artwork. Anything goes with this easy project!

Swirly Yarn Hearts

Learn how to use yarn to make a beautiful valentine heart of swirls to display in a window. Be sure […]

Fried Taco Footballs

Everyone will cheer when you serve Fried Taco Footballs while tailgating or homegating. They’re delicious and fun to make!

Olympic Ski Jump Craft

This construction paper ski jump craft is a lot of fun to make. It’s a fun project for winter, particularly […]

Puppy Love Cupcakes

Tell someone “I woof you!” with a Puppy Love Cupcake this Valentine’s Day. They’re so much fun to make and share.

Tooth Cupcakes

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month – play up the message by serving tooth cupcakes (along with a new […]

Pretzel Log Cabin

President’s Day is a great time to learn about our forefathers of the United States. This craft not only teaches […]

Valentine Bear Cookies

These adorable bear cookies holding hearts make sweet Valentine’s Day treats! They’re easy to make and lots of fun.

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.

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!