Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Skull Bracelet

Get in the Halloween spirit with this easy turquoise skull bracelet. A great project for beginning jewelry makers.

Apple Bunting

Turn empty plastic containers and old catalogs and magazines into an adorable apple bunting that is perfect for fall! Each apple […]

Real Flower Garland

Making your own real flower garlands is easy and lots of fun. They make a party so special and they’re […]

Mung Macrame Bracelet

It’s very easy to make this beautiful macrame bracelet with beads. You just need to know how to tie a […]

Painted Flower Pots

It’s fun and easy to paint your own flower pots! This is a great project for parents and kids to […]

Movie-Themed Birthday Party

Sweet and salty popcorn and a variety of candy all served in cute paper bags makes a fun and festive […]

Loom Band Banana

Rubber bands aren’t just for bracelets! Make this easy loom banana charm using rubber band hook.

Concrete Necklace

A necklace made of concrete? Yes! It’s extremely lightweight and looks so pretty. Quick-drying cement makes it really easy.

Embellished Felt Heart Earrings

Create fun heart-shaped earrings from felt. They are easy and inexpensive to make and are a wonderful gift for someone special.

Muppets Painted Tees

Have fun painting your favorite Muppet character onto a t-shirt! This tee has extra pizzazz with pony beads tied to […]

Reversible Creature Backpack

You’ll always have a buddy who has your back with this wearable creature backpack. This project requires sewing experience.

Rubber Band Flower

Make a colorful flower from rubber bands without using a loom. This flower is quick, easy and fabulous!

Elephant Bracelet

Make a pretty beaded elephant bracelet for Elephant Appreciation Day or any day. This is a very easy project that is […]

Bottle Vases

Set aside your empty bottles to turn them into beautiful vases featuring dimensional accents. Lots of room for creativity!

Pearl and Chain Brooch Pin

Make a pretty beaded brooch pin with pearl beads. This project is suitable for beginning jewelry makers.

Cardstock Shoes

Create sparkly shoes out of cardstock. A fun decoration for Halloween or a Wizard of Oz themed party.

Easy Rubber Band Bracelet

Want to learn how to make a rubber band bracelet without the loom? All you need to make this cool […]

Fabric Owls

Create an adorable owl that is perfect for fall with this easy craft. This is a fun project for kids […]

Zombie Cat Straw Toppers

These zombie cats are a great decoration for straw toppers, skewers, or toothpicks for Halloween or your next monster-themed party.

Eraser Bracelets

Make pretty eraser beads using eraser clay, then turn them into bracelets for a fun and practical back-to-school craft!

Concrete Drawer Pulls

Create totally unique drawer pulls that perfectly fit your child’s personality and sense of style. They are easy to make […]

Shell Pearl Bracelet

Create a pretty pearl bracelet that you’ll love to wear! A fun project for teens with some jewelry-making experience.

Groovy Dyed Bed Sheets

Turn those plain, white sheets into a fun and funky dyed bed set! A great project for teens.

Wire Skull Ear Cuff

Show your Halloween spirit with this fun wire skull ear cuff! It is very easy to make a good project […]

Yarn Necklace

It only takes about five minutes to make this inexpensive no-sew necklace. So easy and so cute!

Pumpkin-Shaped Rice Ball

This fun rice ball is a delicious alternative to sugary foods. It’s so easy to make and perfect for fall.

Keychain Tassel

This cute tassel is quick and easy to make. Use it on a keychain, water bottle, backpack or anywhere else!

Produce-Printed Wrapping Paper

Discover how to create unique designs for wrapping paper by using everyday produce, such as corn, potatoes, avocados, and melon. […]

Hanging Jewelry Organizer

Make a stylish hanging jewelry organizer out of wood, cork and decorative hooks and knobs. It’s fun to make and […]

Glow Ghost

Weave a cool glow-in-the-dark ghost zipper pull from plastic lace. Best for preteens and teens experienced with plastic lace crafts.

Pearl Flower Hair Comb

  Make flowers from pearl beads and wire, then attach them to a hair comb for a beautifully elegant hair […]

Sleep Mask and Blindfold

Use the pattern to make a cute sleep mask that can also be used as a blindfold for pinatas, Pin […]

Beading Earrings

These pretty beaded earrings are the perfect project for a beginning jewelry maker.  A fun project for a playdate, slumber […]

God Bless America Frame

Show your love of the USA with this beautiful patriotic frame. It is very easy to make and is a […]

No Sew Bow Headband

This patriotic no-sew bow headband is cute, inexpensive, and really easy to make. A fun project for playdates, slumber parties, […]

Patriotic Heart

Honor our military with this Patriotic Heart project. Perfect for Memorial Day, July 4th, Patriot’s Day, Veterans Day or year-round.

Felt iPad Sleeve

It’s easy and inexpensive to make a felt iPad sleeve. You can sew it with a machine or by hand […]

Doodle Coasters

Make these fun coasters using simple white tiles and a sharpie marker. Tons of room for creativity!

Decorated Water Bottles

Transform water bottles from ordinary to totally cute using tape! Assign one color to each person and end the confusing […]

Pearl Wave Bracelet

This pearl wave bracelet is a fun and easy way to introduce girls to beading. It’s easy to customize with […]

Coconut Candy Ice Cream Cones

These treats may look exactly like miniature ice cream cones, but this “ice cream” won’t melt or drip on a […]

Craft Stick Coasters

Turn craft sticks into a small replicas of wood pallets, then embellish them with fun patterned washi tape. A great gift […]

Memo Board

Introduce the kids to basic woodworking by making this stylish memo board. It’s a great place for them to keep homework, […]

No-Sew Semaphore Flags

Make these quick and easy no-sew semaphore flags, then have fun sending coded messages! Great for a party, in a […]

Decorated Fabric

Design your own beautiful, colorful fabric using Sharpies! This is so easy to do and produces stunning results.

Cat and Mouse Scarf and Purse

Create an adorable cat and mouse scarf and coordinating purse from colorful knee-high socks! This project requires basic sewing skills.

Bow Pendant Necklace

This cute bow pendant necklace is fun to make and can be customized with any color or style of beads. […]

Glass-Stained Suncatchers

Learn how to create glass-stained frames that will brighten up any window. The technique is easy and safe, even for […]

Shark Pencil Pouch

Sew up a shark pencil pouch for Back to school, or any time of the year! This project is best […]

Paper Fan

Pretty paper fans are fun to make and can come in really handy on warm days. They are also useful […]

Sunflower Rubber Band Ring

Make a cool sunflower rubber band ring! A fun project for kids who are experienced with rubber band looms.