Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Cereal Sand Castle

Use sand molds to create your own caramelized cereal treat sand castle. It’s entirely edible and completely delicious!

Dog and Cat Cupcakes

Delight party guests with these adorable Dog and Cat Cupcakes! They’re so much fun to make and couldn’t be cuter.

Edible Elephant-on-a-Stick

These elephant-on-a-stick treats perfectly balance salty and sweet. They’re ridiculously easy to make and couldn’t be cuter!

Easy Sparkle Star Cookies

Using this premade, edible, food-safe product, you can make any cookie sparkle. These are perfect for the 4th of July!

Raspberry Cheesecake Roses

These Raspberry Cheesecake Roses are perfect for a celebration or special occasion. They’re made with real raspberry puree and chocolate […]

Rice Krispies Treat Balloons

These festive balloons are Rice Krispies Treats, covered with a fruit roll-up and tied up with a licorice lace. They’re […]

Chocolate Cola Truffles

These Coca Cola Truffles are a great treat for your summer party! They have a rich chocolate flavor and are […]

Kids Chore Bucket

Turn chore time into a fun game for your little ones. It’s simple….choose a clothespin that has a chore written […]

Narwhal Cupcakes

These narwhal cupcakes are easy to make and the narwhal fan in your life will absolutely love them! Give it […]

Looped Felt Bow

Turn a felt scraps into a beautiful looped bow. Just follow this easy sewing tutorial to create your own bows […]

Coffee Filter Flowers

Learn how to make coffee filter flowers with this simple and easy tutorial. These flowers look very realistic and are […]

Felt Letter Board

Repurpose an old frame to make one of those trendy felt message/letter boards. Teens will love it!

Milk Jug Piggy Bank

Don’t recycle those empty milk jugs and toilet paper rolls just yet… use them to make this adorable piggy bank! […]

Hedgehog Pencil Holder

Make an adorable Hedgehog Pencil holder out of a wooden egg and beads. It’s a great gift idea for kids, […]

Paper Heart Magnet

Create a beautiful paper heart refrigerator magnet in just a few easy steps. Use it with alphabet magnets to leave […]

Clothespin Button Racers

Racecars made from everyday household items. Boys and girls can challenge each other to show who can build the fastest […]

Cargo Ship

Just cut off a corner of a plastic file, put a toothpick through it to keep the shape, and put […]

Paper Monarch Butterfly Craft

Did you know there are 7 states that have named the monarch butterfly as their state insect? Create a whimsical […]

Team Sports Clips

This is a fun group craft, perfect for a sports team. Get the team together to make their own sports […]

Aged Terracotta Pots

Create the look of distressed, white-washed terracotta pots, then use them to plant your favorite flowers or vegetables. These aged […]

Grow Garden Sign

Create a darling sign for a potting bench or other garden location. You can use the same simple technique for […]

Duct Tape Coin Pouch

Make a duct tape coin pouch or purse in about an hour. Kids can use it to carry their money or […]

Sturdy Rock Paper Weights

Charming rock bugs with keep a watchful eye over your important papers. An easy craft that sends the kids on […]

Earth Cake

This Earth Cake is out of this world!  The round cake is decorated like Earth and filled with candy rocks. […]

Paper Aloe Vera Plant

Create a faux aloe vera plant using paper. This clever and inexpensive craft starts with cereal boxes and straws.

Salt Art

Create a masterpiece with colored salt and glue. Loads of fun and a project that will bring plenty of smiles.

Decorated Jewelry Box

Take plain boxes to the next level by decorating them with gems, rhinestones, or other baubles. They’re perfect to store […]

Ruffled Ice Cream Cones

Decorate for your next party with these beautiful ruffled ice cream cones. They are surprisingly easy to make and even […]

Go Team! Pennant

Wave your team to victory with these team pennants. A frugal craft made from cardboard tubes and construction paper, the […]

Cereal Box Planter

Can you believe this trendy planter starts with a cereal box?! Whip up a bunch of these recycled, budget-friendly planters.

Camilla the Chicken

Gonzo would be lost without Camilla the Chicken. Create a fowl friend of your own with this egg-ceptional Camilla craft.

Durable Faux Wax Seals

Make durable faux wax seals for your envelopes and favors. They’re made out of polymer clay and are perfect for […]

Wooden Spoon Shark

Make this adorable shark out of a wooden spoon, some craft foam and paint!

Popsicle Stick Bracelets

These budget-friendly Popsicle Stick Bracelets are so cute and a lot of fun to wear. Make a bunch to share […]

Mermaid Sequin Fabric Notebook

Transform a plain notebook with just a bit of that mesmerizing reversible sequin mermaid fabric. Fabulous, fashionable, and so much […]

Con-GRAD-ulations Gift Box

With graduations quickly approaching, this cute graduation cap gift box holds gift cards, money and other little gifts. Read on […]

Teacher Clipboard Message Center

Recognize your teacher’s hard work and dedication to her/his students with a homemade message center. It’s a beautiful gift that […]

Solar System Cookie

This giant cookie is inspired by the solar system. Make this for a fun space-themed treat.

Cork American Flag

It doesn’t get any more patriotic than the American flag. Not only is this cork craft cute, but it’s inexpensive, […]

Air Dry Clay Bracelets

Use air dry clay to make simple bracelets that are lovely and fun to wear. This is a project even […]

Abstract Planet Collage

Here’s an activity that brings together art, science, music, and creativity. Your kids will love making abstract paintings and turning […]

Spring Bug Cupcakes

Do you have kids who are crazy about flying bugs? These sweet treats are made from their favorite candies. One […]

Clothespin Patriotic Wreath

This fun wreath is a great way to display your patriotic spirit. Use clothespins, a wire wreath form and some […]

Sand Cast Starfish

Bring the beach home with this fun sand cast starfish project. Be sure to read the sand casting cleanup tips […]

Edible Geode Cupcake Topper

These glittering geode cupcake toppers are actually edible! They’re made out of rock candy and gum paste. Learn how!

Washi Tape Silverware

Customize plastic silverware for any event with washi tape. It couldn’t be easier!

MOM WOW!

Make this fun greeting card for Mom! The tutorial has step by step instructions plus a printable template so you […]