Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Troll Painted Rocks

Use paint, felt, feathers, and more to transform rocks into adorable trolls. They each have so much personality!

Craft Stick Playing Cards

Create a set of playing cards using craft sticks! They can be made with a woodburning tool or a Sharpie.

Mickey Meringue Cookies

Disney fans will love these Mickey Mouse meringues! They’re great fun for a special occasion or to make an ordinary […]

Golf Flamingo

Turn a golf ball and tee into a feathered flamingo. This makes a fun gift for someone who loves golfing.

Wooden Crate Parking Garage

Turn a wooden crate and cardboard tubes into a fabulous parking garage for Hot Wheels or Matchbox cars. Not only […]

Watermelon Forks

Turn plain plastic forks into fun watermelon-themed ones for your next summer cookout. It just takes glue, glitter, and a […]

Clothespin Car

Kids will love making their own Clothespin Cars! Set up a simple ramp and challenge the entire family to a […]

Chalk Pastel Sunflowers

Create gorgeous sunflowers inspired by the artwork of Van Gogh. Even young artists can use the technique to make something […]

Gravity Defying M&M Cupcakes

These gravity-defying cupcakes are easy to make and will be the talk of your party! Can you guess the secret […]

Colored Cotton Ball Art

Create a dimensional ‘painting’ using colored cotton balls! Allow enough time for the dyed cotton balls to dry before making […]

Printable License Plate Game

Help pass the time on a road trip with this printable license plate game. Work together or have a competition!

Melted Crayon Hot Rocks

Turn plain rocks into colorful works of art with this fun technique. Because the rocks are hot, this project requires […]

Taco Salad Flag

This festive taco salad is fun for any patriotic occasion. It’s very easy to make and healthy, too!

Watercolor Marble Ceramic Bowl

Create a pretty marbled bowl using rubbing alcohol. Each one comes out completely different and they’re all beautiful.

Cardboard Tube Ewoks

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love Ewoks, so these adorable little guys will be a hit with the whole […]

Minion Prisoner Cake

Turn an ordinary 9″ x 13″ inch sheet cake into a Minion wearing a prisoner uniform. It’s so cute and […]

Flowers in the Window Craft

This pretty window box flower craft uses aluminum foil in a clever way. Decorate it with your favorite colorful flowers.

Camel Caravan Craft

Craft a caravan of colorful construction paper camels! This fun project is great to accompany a study of the desert […]

Firecracker Hot Dogs

These festive Firecracker Hot Dogs are great fun for patriotic occasions or parties. They’re very easy to make and fun […]

Pyramids at Sunset Project

Create an eye-catching mixed media representation of the Egyptian pyramids at sunset. Each is different and they are all beautiful.

Constellation Wall Hanging

Display your favorite constellations with this simple sewing project. This is an excellent project to do as a group.

Cardboard Flower Power Wreath

Gather scrap cardboard and turn it into a whimsical flower wreath. The whole family can work together to make this simple wreath.

Printable Paper Landscape

Let your imagination go wild as you create a landscape using printables. There are lots to choose from, so the […]

Bendable Monkey

Create an adorable monkey using construction paper and pipe cleaners. Bend the arms and legs so it hangs just the […]

Fruit-Inspired Mason Jars

Turn mason jars into three popular summer fruits – strawberry, pineapple, and watermelon. It’s easy to do and you can […]

Animal Print Cards

Don’t throw out old makeup – use it for crafts! This tutorial shows how to make giraffe and zebra print […]

Blazing Banyan Tree

This beautiful banyan project is made with paint and pastels and gives kids a chance to work on blending. Give […]