Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Candy Globes

Cover styrofoam balls with candy to make fun, colorful Halloween decorations. Display on candleholders, glasses or vases.

Monster Mugs

Paint your own dishwasher-safe mugs with a fun and unique monster design. Makes a great gift, especially when filled with […]

Despicable Me Minion Hat

Crochet an adorable minion hat! Perfect for the Despicable Me fan in your household. A fun crochet project with complete […]

Magazine Files

Cover cheap magazine files with fabric for a custom fun look. Get organized in style! A great project for teenage […]

“Bloody” Halloween Candle

This candle, dripping with faux blood, is high on the creepy factor but surprisingly easy to make. A fun project […]

Canning Lid Pumpkin

This canning lid pumpkin is cute, simple and fun to make. A perfect craft for fall and a great recycling […]

Watercolor Painted Ribbon

Turn plain white satin ribbon into something gorgeous and custom with just a little watercolor paint. Fun for kids of […]

Candy Corn Coolers

These Candy Corn Coolers are perfect for any fall get-togethers. They are incredibly easy to make and absolutely delicious!

Stamped Sugar Cookies

I thought of ways on how to personalize cookies so I did an experiment using my rubber stamps. This is […]

Watercolor Thank You Cards

Three different techniques for making wax-resist effect watercolor thank you cards. An easy craft that even kids can do, but […]

DIY Hair Ties

This DIY is as simple as tying a knot! These super easy (and super pretty!) hair ties make a great […]

Friendship Bracelet Watch

Are you a fan of friendship bracelets? Choose your favorite colors and make a cool watch that’s really fun to […]

Ladder Golf

Make your own Ladder Golf game, perfect for backyard BBQ’s, fam­ily reunions, camping trips or everyday outdoor fun. This tossing […]

Paint Chip Cake Card

This beautiful cake card starts with a paint chip! Great for a birthday, wedding, or anniversary. Just change the colors […]

Duct Tape Notebook Craft

Discover how easy it is to make fashionable notebooks using colorful duct tape. Great for back to school!

Cereal Box File Holders

Transform those old cereal boxes into cute file holders using wrapping paper. Great for keeping your homework and books organized.

Personalized Plates

Personalize a mug, plate, or bowl using nothing but a Sharpie and your oven. A fun gift or keepsake and […]

Glow in the Dark Bowling

Glow sticks are the secret behind this nighttime game that the kids will love! It’s perfect for summertime fun and […]

Kumihimo Bracelet

The Kumihimo braiding technique is simple and allows you to make beautiful and sturdy bracelets, necklaces, lanyards, and more. Choose […]

Mini Gumpaste Teapot

Tutorial showing how to make miniature gumpaste teapots for charming tea party cupcake toppers.

Backpack from Old Jeans

Make a backpack from an old pair of jeans. Perfect for back to school and a great project for the […]

Homemade Shower Jellies

With the consistency of hard jello, this is one of our all time favorite homemade recipes, especially for the kids! With […]

Soda Shop Cake Pops

These cake pops have been formed to look like an old fashioned malt from a soda fountain. Great for a […]

Owl Wreath

Start with a mini grapevine wreath to make this adorable owl. This project is perfect to get your home ready […]

Kraft Paper Buntings

These buntings are easy to make. You will only need kraft paper and washi tape for this project. Great for […]

Citrus Coasters

Make a set of beautiful citrus coasters to keep or give as a gift. This is perfect for beginners as […]

Plastic Bottle Storage

Reuse an old plastic bottle and turn it into useful storage. A fun project for kids to make for themselves […]

Wire Wrapped Words

Add a wire-wrapped word to add some fun to your walls, picture frames, or school locker. Easy to make and […]

Money Notebook

Need a cool gift that’s perfect for any occasion? Make a ‘notebook’ of money! Great for back to school or […]

Musical Bracelet

It is shown how to make a bracelet, that can be played by a music box. A challenging project for […]

Upcycled Wire Bracelet

How to make a colorful, braided bangle bracelet from old electronics cables and cords. A brilliant way to recycle those […]

80’s Inspired Painted Tees

Remember the 80’s making these easy graphic painted t-shirts. You can make a shirt in 30 minutes or less (plus […]

Decorated Clipboard

Use tissue paper and Mod Podge to change a plain clipboard into a work of art! These clipboards make a […]

Mod Melts Jewelry

These adorable Mod Melts hearts are easy to make and decorate. Use them to create fun necklaces, bobby pins, and […]

Patriotic Felt Wreath

Make a fun and festive felt wreath, perfect for July 4th. Although it is quite easy, it is also time-consuming. […]

Patriotic Punch

Have the kids help make some patriotic punch! Not only is it tasty and cute, but it’s a great opportunity […]

Patriotic Brick Centerpiece

This brick flag centerpiece transforms an ordinary building material into a fun and quirky bit of Americana. With its rough […]

Patriotic Tea Lights

Paint mason jars to create a festive set of patriotic tea lights. Younger children can use a stencil while older […]

Fireworks Wreath

Use red, white and blue garland to create a festive patriotic wreath, perfect to greet your July 4th guests. Most […]

Red, Rice and Blue Candle

Make a red, “rice” and blue candle for your Memorial Day or July 4th celebration. It couldn’t be easier. You […]

Patriotic Pops

Red, white and blue rice krispies treat pops for 4th of July or other patriotic parties. Fun for the 4th, […]

Patriotic Easy Berry Shortcakes

Loaded with strawberries, blueberries and sweet whipped cream, this yummy sponge cake dessert makes the perfect patriotic addition to your […]

Patriotic Painted Tee

A quick, fun, easy (and cute) painted flag tee. All you need it a tee, fabric paint, painters tape and […]

Quilled Notepad Holder

Here’s a fast and simple project the kids can make for Dad. He will love this decorative and functional gift! […]

Homemade Notebook

These little notebooks are quick and easy to make and so fun to personalize. They would be great party favors […]

Paper Cake

Create a beautiful layered ‘cake’ using round paper mache boxes and paper. Makes a wonderful centerpiece. Or. fill the boxes […]

Friendship Bracelets

There are dozens of ways to make friendship bracelets, but this is one of the fastest and easiest. Make just […]

Ninja Stress Balls

Make your own ninja stress balls using balloons, flour, and a baggie! They’re inexpensive, fun and easy to make – […]

Washi Tape Pencils

One way to liven up your boring pencils is to decorate them with colorful washi tape. It’s quick and easy […]

Earring and Necklace Holder

Create this quick-and simple holder to beautifully display and organize jewelry and avoid the hassles of lost earrings or tangled […]

Flip Flop Refashion

Turn plain flip flops into fun flip flops with a little trim and rhinestones. A fun project for teenagers and […]

DIY Marquee Letters

Marquee letters look great, but they’re so expensive! Here’s a way to make them very inexpensively, using poster board and […]

Nail and String Letters

Help a child decorate their room with a cool version of their monogram or name. If you don’t want to […]

Ribbon Bookmark

Make a bookmark from your favorite ribbon, some cute buttons, and an elastic hairband. Fun and easy! A great project, […]

Scrabble Tile Pendant

Turn old Scrabble tiles into wearable art! These pendants are so popular right now. You can also purchase scrabble tiles […]