Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Felt Butterfly

This cute felt butterfly has an attached elastic band so that you can attach him to things and make it […]

Red Velvet Heart Cupcakes

Create adorable heart cupcakes decorated with fondant roses.  A fun treat for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any occasion when […]

Wrap Friendship Bracelet

Make a wrap friendship bracelet using your favorite colors of embroidery floss or nylon thread.  This easy project is great […]

T-Shirt Yarn Headband

Turn that old T-shirt into a new cool headband!  Includes tutorials for all three styles.

Washi Tape Plastic Silverware

Dress up plastic silverware for any occasion using washi tape. It takes only seconds and adds such a fun touch […]

Faux Stone Ring

This faux stone ring looks just like the real thing! Knead colors together then cut, bake and cool. Buff it […]

Dangle Earrings with Beads

Make a pair of simple dangle earrings with beads, eye pins and pendants. A fun project for those with little jewelry-making […]

Star Ice Cream Bars

With a silicone mold, you can create your own patriotic star ice cream bars!  They’re as festive as they are […]

Tie-Dye Button Bags

Create a patriotic tie-dye tote bag that is cute as a button!  A fun project for July 4th or any time […]

Peter Pan Collar Necklace

Make a pretty necklace using two lengths of wire and a pile of glass pearls.  A fun project for preteens […]

Straw Holder

Turn a jar into a decorative straw holder with a few simple steps. A jar, lid, screw and knob keep […]

Gyrocopters

Discover how helicopters work with this fun, easy, and inexpensive science experiment. All you need are paper, scissors, and paperclips!

Faux Stone Clay Necklace

Make a beautiful necklace out of faux stones that you make yourself!  All it takes is Sculpey clay and a […]

Faux Candy Bracelet

Use air dry clay to create simple candy jewelry that you can wear without getting sticky.  A fun project with […]

Upcycled Party Tray

Transform Costco boxes into pretty serving trays for a party.  It’s easy enough for kids to do.

Multi-Strand Braided Bracelet

Create a multi-strand bracelet by braiding several strips of chains and bead strands.  This easy bracelet is very eye-catching.

Basic Macramé Bracelet

This easy macramé bracelet is perfect for anyone brand-new to jewelry making.  It is easy and fast to make and can be […]

Tie-Dye Pillowcases

Follow the helpful tips and tricks to make colorful tie-dye pillowcases.  A great activity for a slumber party or other […]

Paint Chip Birthday Card

After painting a room, put the unused paint chips to good use by making cards. Try a simple birthday candle […]

Easy Watermelon Manicure

Create fun watermelon nail designs that are perfect for summer.  This is easy enough for preteens to do independently.

Patriotic Party

Use these fun ideas for your next patriotic party!  Fun for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or any other celebration […]

Disney-Inspired Beaded Necklace

Make a beaded necklace inspired by Mickey Mouse!  This necklace requires basic jewelry-making tools and intermediate skills.

Flower and Bee Earrings

These flower and bee earrings are fast and easy to make.  A fun project for a jewelry-making beginner.

Felt Balls

Learn two easy ways to make colorful felt balls.  The completed balls can be used for rings, hair accessories, or […]

Knit Bowtie Headband

This simple knitted bowtie headband is just the thing for windy school days!  A great project for a beginning knitter.

Cake Bunting

This cake bunting is insanely easy and quick to make. It’s perfect for a graduate, a birthday (replace the numbers with […]

Finger Knitting

Use this finger knitting tutorial to make cool scarves, bracelets and headbands. No equipment is needed except your fingers and […]

Personalized Drink Cozy

Make your own personalized drink cozy sleeve using printable cotton canvas and felt.  These make great gifts.

Viking Shield Sugar Cookies

Make these totally edible Viking shield cookies, inspired by the movie ‘How to Train Your Dragon.’  A fun addition to […]

Rice Krispie Ovens

Make a cute little Rice Krispie Treat oven for your favorite baker!   All you have to do is cut, […]

DIY Fabric Flip Flops

All you need are bits of fun fabric or retired clothing, two pieces of felt, scissors and hot glue to […]

Patriotic Candle Holders

Looking for a way to light up the night this 4th of July? Patriotic candle holders are the perfect complement […]

Printable Cheeseburger Gift Box

Think outside the box with a quick and easy printable cheeseburger gift box! It’s fun, unusual and the perfect size […]

Angel Earrings

Make guardian angel earrings with white pearls and silvery wires.  This project requires basic jewelry-making skills and tools.

Wooden Bird Houses

Wooden birdhouses are so fun to build and to decorate!  Older children with basic woodworking skills can build these (with […]

Puffy Paint Boot Embellishment

Decorate plain boots with puffy paint to create a whimsical, one-of-a-kind look.  A fun way to add some of your […]

Polymer Clay Beads

Learn how to make colorful polymer clay beads to wear as jewelry.  The tutorial includes two- and three-tone beads as well […]

Knitted Hair Bow

This cute hair bow can be created by a beginning to intermediate knitter. It can be worn by someone of any […]

Washi Tape Picture Frame

Give a picture frame a totally different look by adding washi tape!  This project is fun and easy to change […]

Hero Mason Jar

Honor that special service member with a personalized Hero Mason Jar.  It makes a wonderful gift at any time of […]

Rainbow Ribbon Necklace

This rainbow ribbon necklace is very easy to make and requires no jewelry-making experience.  Make it as is, or switch […]

Fringe Drop Earrings

These fringe drop earrings look complicated to make, but they are actually very easy and totally appropriate for a beginner. […]

Ribbon Earrings

Use leftover bits of your favorite ribbons to make one-of-a-kind earrings.  A fun and easy project that doesn’t take a […]

Tiger Striped T-Shirt

Paint cool tiger stripes on a t-shirt using fabric spray paint.  Kids will love making these and then showing off […]

Candy Wrapper Origami Butterflies

Transform candy wrappers into beautiful origami butterflies!  A fun way to introduce kids to origami, using something that would otherwise […]

Soda Can Vase

Use a can opener and paint or tape to turn an aluminum can into a cute vase.  A fun upcycling […]

Origami Swan

Origami is one of the most inexpensive crafts a kid can do. This swan is a great project to help young […]