Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Dimensional Paper Cactus

Create a gorgeous dimensional cactus from paper. The instructions are in Russian, but there are plenty of detailed photos and […]

Pillowcase Travel Bag

Use an extra pillowcase to create your own small bag. You need your pillowcase, glue, decorative material, and ribbon or string.

Marbled Chocolate Pops

These marbled chocolate pops couldn’t be easier to make… and they taste great, too! Match them to your party colors.

Colored Sand Paintings

Learn how to make paint with colored sand,and turn it into beautiful sand art paintings. It’s lots of fun and no […]

Luna Lovegood Magic Wands

These dreamy, pastel, crystal-embellished magic wands are inspired by Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter. Create them for a magical birthday […]

Pineapple Plant Pot

With a few simple steps, you can turn a plain pot and a succulent into an eye-catching pineapple! It’s so […]

Bugle Bead Earrings

Make funky earrings that are fun to wear with this tutorial. Follow the directions exactly, or use them as a jumping […]

Enchanted Rose Jar

This enchanting craft takes very little time and uses just a few materials you might already have on hand. It’s great […]

Speckle Dye Yarn with Kool-Aid

Learn how to dye your own speckled yarn with Kool-Aid. This speckled, sprinkled, and spotted yarn is all the rage […]

Eye Felt Keychain

Create a cool eye keychain with felt. This simple hand-sewn project is appropriate for sewing novices.

Wire-Wrapped Butterfly Pendant

Make a pretty butterfly pendant using aluminum wire and turquoise beads. This project is a fun way to introduce teens to wire […]

Coloring Book Sand Art

Make your own colored sand paint and use it to give texture and dimension to coloring book pages. You’ll be […]

Rainbow Fudge

Brighten up any occasion with Rainbow Fudge! This tasty treat is fun for spring, St. Patrick’s Day, or any time.

Beaded Bracelet

Teens with some jewelry making experience will love putting together this simple bracelet. It makes a wonderful gift for someone […]

Pastel Cord Bracelet

Make a cord bracelet with pretty pastel colors by following the easy tutorial. Make extras for your friends, or pick […]

Burlap Canvas Easter Bunny

Decorate for Easter with this burlap canvas framed bunny. It is so simple to make and takes only minutes.

Wire-Wrapped Tree Pendant

This wire-wrapped tree is fun to make and adds a beautiful touch of spring to indoors. Each one is totally […]

String Easter Eggs

Decorate for Easter with these pretty string Easter eggs. They’re easy to make and a lot of fun for kids.

Easter Window Clings

Make your own Easter window clings made with puffy paint. This super simple craft is a fun way to spend some […]

Origami Tulip

Bring spring indoors with origami tulips. This easy paper craft looks so pretty on display.

Easter Egg Pendant Necklace

Celebrate Easter with this unique beaded Easter egg pendant necklace. Use your favorite colors and styles of beads to make […]

Egg Candles

Make cute candles for your spring table by using eggshells as the foundation. They are easy to do and take […]

Twig Flower Pot

Start with a nature walk to gather twigs, then use them to make this cute flower pot. It makes a […]

Rice Krispie Nests

Nothing says spring like these adorable Rice Krispie Nests! And, of course, they taste as good as they look.

Oreo Easter Nests

Use Oreo cookies as the base for adorable Easter Egg Nests. They’re a wonderful treat for Easter or any time […]

Checkerboard Cake for Easter

This pastel checkerboard cake is the Easter Bunny’s favorite sweet treat! It looks so beautiful on the Easter table and […]

Easter Egg Buttermints

Make classic buttermints special for Easter by making them look like speckled eggs. It’s easy to do and they’re delicious, […]

Easter Bunny Mason Jars

These Easter Bunny Mason Jars make a wonderful, thoughtful gift for practically anyone. They look so pretty on display.

Bunny Banner

Decorate for Easter or simply for spring with this cute bunny banner. Each bunny has a different pose.

Tie Dye Easter Eggs

Mix it up this year, and tie dye your Easter eggs. It’s easy and so much fun!

Bunny and Carrot Tessellation

Combine math, art, bunnies and carrots and you get this super cool tessellation project that’s perfect for spring. Geometry is […]

Glass Bead Dangle Earrings

These simple earrings are a good way to introduce girls to wire-wrapping techniques. They’re easy enough for preteens and teenagers […]

Bunny-Shaped Biscuits

These adorable bunny-shaped biscuits started with canned biscuit dough. Just shape and bake!

Clay Bunny Figurine

Craft a wee little bunny from air dry clay. It’s easy to do and couldn’t be cuter!

Afikoman Bag

Make a simple fabric bag to hold the matzo during the Seder. Children of all ages can decorate the fabric […]

Tissue Paper Topiary

Create a topiary bunny using green tissue paper. This easy craft can be adapted for practically any animal or shape.

Dried Pineapple Flowers

Dried pineapple flowers are a natural, healthy garnish that look beautiful and taste delicious. Plus, they’re really easy to make.

Easy Pencil Pouch

Make a lined, drawstring bag pencil pouch using your favorite fabric. This easy sewing project has a drawstring instead of […]

Quilled Flower Necklace

Make a beautiful necklace featuring quilled flowers. It’s surprisingly easy to do and looks so pretty.

Easter Bunny Vase

Turn an empty glass jar into an Easter bunny vase. It’s such a cute way to decorate for spring.

Quilled Love Card

This quilled love card is appropriate for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any time you want to send your love. […]

Cork Succulent Magnets

Bring nature indoors with these colorful Cork Succulent Magnets. They add such a fun touch to the fridge.

Bottle Botany

Can you believe that each of these plants are actually made with just plastic bottles and some paint? Incredible, beautiful […]

Pendulum Painting

Learn all about pendulums with this super fun activity that combines science and art. Use regular paint on paper, or […]

Hot Dog Easter Eggs

At first glance, it looks like a tray of hot dogs, but these are actually decorated Easter eggs! Make some […]