Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Magazine Christmas Angel

This Magazine Christmas Angel craft is made from two magazines. It’s a classic recycling project and makes a great centerpiece.

Beaded Christmas Ornament

The secret to making this cute beaded ornament is safety pins! It’s easy to do and makes a wonderful Christmas […]

How to Make Bath Bombs

Bath bombs are a fun craft for tweens and teens and are relatively inexpensive to make. They’re also a great […]

Felt Holiday Haversack

Create an adorable holiday haversack out of felt and ribbon. This sewing project can be as simple or as elaborate […]

Fall Leaf Ristra

Collect red leaves and use them to mimic the chile ristras of New Mexico. This nature craft is a great […]

Vintage-Inspired Advent Calendar

Make a vintage-inspired Advent calendar for someone special. The tutorial includes the sewing-themed printable images, but you could substitute patterned […]

Santa Pants Treat Box

Fill these cute Santa Pants with candy or other treats to share with friends, neighbors, or a special teacher. When […]

Candy Cane Taste Test

Give an interactive, edible gift that’s sure to get any candy lover in the spirit of Christmas! This gift is […]

Angel Pendant Necklace

Make a beautiful beaded angel pendant necklace. It makes a wonderful gift for someone special.

Quilled Wreath Decoration

Make a pretty quilled wreath to hang in your house, dangle from gift bags, or as an ornament for the […]

Gingerbread Man Ornament

This simple gingerbread man ornament looks great hanging from a Christmas tree, doorknob or anywhere else you want to add […]

Felt Christmas Frame

This pretty felt frame just screams, “Christmas!” It has some sewn elements that are easy enough for beginners to try.

Quilled Angel

Create a lovely angel using quilling paper. It’s not very difficult and makes a great ornament, present topper, or window […]

Candy and Leaf Fall Wreath

This wreath is a fun fall craft project, easy enough for young crafters to enjoy. As fall turns into winter, […]

Wire-Wrapped Angel Candle Holder

This golden wire-wrapped angel candle holder is something special. It’s perfect for the Christmas season or to enjoy year-round.

Craft Stick Christmas Tree

These cute little trees are easy to put together with the most basic of kids craft supplies. They look beautiful […]

Fall Landscape Painting

This lovely fall landscape painting uses printmaking to create the reflection in the water. Follow the directions to create your […]

Coloring Book Place Cards

Wondering what to do with completed coloring book images? Use them to make place cards for Thanksgiving!

Photo Luminaries

These gorgeous Photo Luminaries are so easy and make a great gift. Change out the photos for different seasons or holidays.

How to Draw a Rooster

Drawing a rooster is really easy to do with these simple instructions. Color it with oil pastels or any other […]

Beaded Flower Rings

These pretty little rings are quite simple to make once you learn the pattern. Make some for yourself and more […]

How to Make Soap

Soap making is a fun craft because there are so many variations — cool shapes, scents, oils and more. Melt and pour […]

Seed Bead Bracelets

These seed bead bracelets are easy and inexpensive to make. They’re a great project to introduce preteens and teens to […]

Copper Pipe Magazine Holder

Make this chic magazine holder out of copper pipes. It’s surprisingly easy to do and would make a very thoughtful […]

Mandala Lavender Sachet

This pretty sachet features a mandala design and is filled with lavender. It’s really quite easy to make!

Rooster Seed Mosaic

This regal rooster is made from seeds, nuts and beans. Create a marvelous mosaic with these natural art materials.

Wacky Sacks

Few can resist these cute, updated stress balls. They’re filled with play-dough and so fun to squeeze!

Indoor Fairy Garden

Make a simple and fun indoor fairy garden by layering colored sand. It’s a neat project that has so much […]

Rooster Art

Can you guess what item replaced paintbrushes in this cool rooster project? It’s a fun technique that kids of all […]

Turkey Kids Craft

This fine motor turkey kids craft is fun for all ages! This Thanksgiving day craft can add a cute decoration […]

Perler Bead Flags

Create your state or national flag using fusible beads. The tutorial shows the US and California flags, with links to […]

Paper Bookmarks

Making bookmarks with images from gift wrap is a fun reading-related project! Keep some and give away more as gifts.

Construction Paper Turkey

Make adorable construction paper turkeys this Thanksgiving. It’s easy to do and they add a fun touch to the holiday table.

Footprint/Handprint Turkeys

Create an entire flock of turkeys using the footprint and handprints of everyone in the family! This is a great […]

Thank You Jar

This Thank You Jar is a fun family project that encourages thankfulness, selflessness and kindness. The jar is kept stocked with […]

Painted Earrings

Transform googly eyes, fabric and paint into custom earrings. It takes just minutes!

Stuff The Turkey Game

Stuff the Turkey is the perfect party game for Thanksgiving. It’s so simple to make and a lot of fun […]

Button Flower Ring

Turn buttons and beads into a pretty flower ring! Make them in all your favorite colors.

Cat BOO Kit

This cute cat is stuffed full of gifts for those with feline friends. It starts with an empty container.

Grape Pendant Necklace

Create a grape pendant from purple beads. Hang it from a necklace, use it as a zipper pull, or add it […]

Halloween Erasers

Make your own erasers to celebrate Halloween. These cute and colorful erasers will brighten up your desk and they’re so […]

Corkboard Map

Keep track of all family travels throughout the US with this corkboard map. Kids will love reminiscing about the places […]

Autumn Hair Comb

Use filigree leaves and faceted beads to create a hair comb that is perfect for autumn. It’s easy to do […]

Easy Oreo Spiders

Serve these adorable little spiders at your Halloween party. They’re much too cute to spook!

Pumpkin Earrings

These cute pumpkin earrings are fun for Halloween, Thanksgiving and fall in general. This easy project is a fun way […]

Spider Nest Lanterns

Make Halloween bright (and spooky!) with these Spider Nest Lanterns. They start with 2-liter bottles.

Mr. Tumnus Faun Costume

Fans of The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe will recognize this fun Mr. Tumnus costume. The tutorial includes instructions to […]

Pebble Fairy House

Make your own pebble and stick fairy house with a real moss roof and hinged door. What a wonderful way […]

Sewn Leaves

Add extra pizazz to fall leaves with colorful threads. This easy project is a fun way to introduce kids to sewing.

Happy Monsters

Monsters don’t have to be scary. Follow the steps to draw your own happy monsters with big eyes.

Monster Eyeball Garland

Decorate for Halloween with this furry, not-too-spooky monster eyeball garland. It’d be perfect for a Monsters, Inc. themed party, too!

Colorful Doily Candles

Turn plain candles into a colorful and unique decoration with doilies. It couldn’t be easier!