Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Paper Cup Bird Feeder

Invite your feathered friends to come and enjoy a snack in your yard! These bird feeders are easy to make and […]

Easy (and Cheap!) Tie-Dye

This easy tie-dye project is fun for the whole family. It’s also great for a group activity, party or get-together.

Blot Butterflies

These beautiful Blot Butterflies are an old favorite with a new twist. They are fun for crafters of all ages.

Fabric-Covered Folders

Cover inexpensive paper school folders with fabric to make these custom school folders. It’s a fun way to let your personality […]

Beaded Hair Comb

This beaded hair comb is a fun accessory for preteens and teens to make and wear. It’s perfect for prom […]

Cement Bud Vases

It’s hard to tell at a glance, but these lovely bud vases are made of cement! Make some for yourself […]

Zipper Bracelet

Make a unique-looking bracelet with a zipper, hot glue, jewelry findings and pliers. It’s easy to do and fun to wear!

Totoro Felt Pin

Make a cute Totoro-inspired felt pin or pendant. This needlecraft project is simple enough for beginners.

Etched Glass Bottle

Easily transform a sparkling cider bottle into a beautiful gift by etching a design! It’s fun and easy to do.

Beaded Flower Flip-Flops

Take plain flip-flops from boring to WOW by adding beaded flowers. It’s fun, inexpensive, and not too difficult.

Balloon Dart Painting

Balloons + paint + darts = fun! This activity is messy, but the finished artwork is so cool.

Decorated Candy Dish

Create your own custom candy dish by adding glass gems to a shaped dish. Then simply fill it with candy and […]

Jeweled Monograms

Use inexpensive gems and sequins to fill plastic letters to create a beautiful monogram suncatcher. They look so pretty in […]

Plastic Bottle Hair Clip

Instead of throwing away plastic bottles, use them to make cute hair clips. There are so many creative possibilities!

Modern Tiara for a Fairy Queen

This beautiful tiara was inspired by Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and is also excellent for Halloween or dress-up play. […]

Birdhouse Key Holder

Keys will never get misplaced after making this unique birdhouse key holder! It’s easy to do and makes a wonderful gift.

Button Flowers

Button flowers are very easy to make and are so cute! Best of all, they never wilt.

Ribbon Hair Clip with Pearls

Make a pretty ribbon hair clip for yourself or as a gift. It’s easy to learn and doesn’t take long to […]

Knit Doctor Who Scarf Garland

This finger-knit party garland is inspired by Doctor Who’s 4th doctor and his amazingly long scarf. Finger knitting is so […]

Vintage-Inspired Travel Album

With summertime comes road trips. Make this album to have the perfect place to display all the pictures and memorabilia you’ll […]

Model Magic Finger Puppets

Create whimsical finger puppets using air-dry clay. Once you know the basic steps, the possibilities are endless!

Beaded Chandelier

This easy beading project is fun to do and adds a colorful pop to any room. Use your creativity to change […]

Friendship Necklace

This yarn necklace is a fun twist on traditional friendship bracelets. It’s a great craft for teen or preteen girls […]

Easy Terrarium

A terrarium is an easy and fun project for kids. It only requires a jar and some sand, soil, plants […]

Wood Photo Transfer

Instead of just putting photos in the usual frame, grab your iron and make a wood photo transfer instead. Fabric […]

Jar Lid Coaster

These jar lid coasters couldn’t be easier to make! Use vintage flea market finds or add gesso and paint to lids […]

Easy Pearl Bangle Bracelet

Make a pretty pearl bangle bracelet for yourself or as a gift. It’s an easy project that is fun for […]

Freezer Paint Popsicles

Freeze washable tempera paint in popsicle molds to make a totally cool way to paint! This activity is perfect for a […]

Potato Stamp Fruit Bag

Turn potatoes into homemade stamps and then use them to make this cute tote. Older children can do both the […]

Braided Ribbon Headband

Create a headband using your favorite color of ribbons. Once you master the simple knot technique, it will be done […]

Colorful Keychain

This cool keychain makes a fun and easy introduction to beading. There’s so much room for creativity!

Beaded Ribbon Headband

Create a pretty hair accessory with ribbon and pearl beads. This lovely project is easy to customize with your favorite […]

Layered Necklace

Make a layered necklace for prom or another special event. It also makes a lovely gift for preteens and teens […]

Birch Wood Pencil Holder

This attractive pencil holder couldn’t be any easier to make! Just drill holes into a birch wood slice to have your […]

Printable Scavenger Hunt

Send the kids on a scavenger hunt that’s really fun and exciting! It’s a great activity for birthday parties or […]

Butterfly Bow Hair Clip

Make a pretty butterfly bow hair clip with ribbons and beads. It’s easy to customize with your favorite colors, patterns […]

Ping Pong Ball Monsters

Use paint, googly eyes, feathers, pom poms or any other materials you have on hand to turn ping pong balls […]

Stamped Ice Cream Bag

Stamp a cute ice cream design onto a tote bag using potato stamps. This is the perfect summer tote for […]

25+ Minion Crafts

Do you love Minions? Who doesn’t?! The world first met these adorable characters in ‘Despicable Me’ and now they have their […]

Doctor Who Bow Tie Cups

Any Doctor Who fans in your house? Make these 11th Doctor (Matt Smith) paper cups for a themed party or […]

Dyed No-Sew Pillow

Create a cool, personalized pillow with dye and iron-on letters. Best of all, there’s no sewing required!

Heart Tie Dye

Learn how people make cool shapes in tie dye design! This technique works for any shape, not just hearts.

Beaded Bubble Wands

Kids will love designing their own beaded bubble wands! It’s a great activity for a hot summer day.

Patriotic Paper Lantern

Make patriotic paper lanterns in just minutes. This craft looks great, is inexpensive and couldn’t be any easier!

Patriotic Tent Cards

Use these printable tent cards as place cards or menu cards. The color scheme and pop-up star makes them perfect […]

Minion Ornament

Make a darling minion ornament using paint and vinyl. It’s easy to do and is a fun project for a […]

Patriotic Napkin Rings

Transform plain napkin rings into something special for the 4th of July. It’s so easy to do!

Rhinestone Cat Brooch

Make a pretty rhinestone brooch in the shape of a cat. This versatile technique can be used for any other […]

Jumping Minion

This jumping minion is easy and fun to make. This is a great activity for a minion-themed party or post-movie […]