Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Bow Tie Bracelet

Upcycle an old leather purse or tote into a fun bow tie bracelet! A perfect project for a teenager. A […]

Quilled Bird Necklace

Quilling has been around for centuries and is one of the most inexpensive crafts of all. You’ll be surprised at […]

Graduation Pretzel Pops

Got a kid graduating from kindergarten, 8th grade or high school? These pretzel pops topped with a graduation cap and […]

Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake

Put a twist on traditional shortcake by adding chocolate graham crackers and pretzels. It’s the perfect easy dessert for National […]

Bleached Out T-shirts

Use bleach to make personalized t-shirts that are super cool. The kids will love making them and love wearing them. […]

Graduation Cap Gift Jar

Don’t want to use a boring envelope for that monetary gift? Roll it up, tie it with ribbon, and put […]

Polka Dot Flowerpots

Make your own cheerful polka dot flowerpots this spring! All you need is acrylic paint, adhesive vinyl, and a sealer! […]

Peanut Butter Potstickers

Can you believe these sweet little potstickers are actually peanut butter sandwiches with chocolate dipping sauce?! What a fun snack […]

Burlap Envelope

Learn how to whip up a cute gift card envelope using a scrap of burlap and some felt. Perfect for […]

Key Wind Chime

Create a beautiful key wind chime with a handful of old keys, a piece of drift wood, string, and paint. […]

Scented Jar Candle

I’ll show you how to make a strong scented Love Spell soy jar candle in this step by step guide. […]

Candy Bouquet

This Lindor and Raffaello candy bouquet makes a delicious gift for Mother’s Day. Follow the full step by step tutorial […]

Paper Clip Bracelet

Make a bracelet out of paper clips and junk mail. A fun and wearable recycling project. Great for teenagers and […]

Inspiration Collage

Create an inspiration board from completely recycled items, make it themed or just do random things that inspire you without […]

Homemade Tea Soap

Teens and preteens will love making their own soap or a gift for mom with this step by step guide. […]

Easy Molded Soap

Learn how to make your own scented, natural, vegan avocado & cucumber melt and pour soaps at home with this […]

Duct Tape Belt

Duct tape comes in such cute and fun prints now. It only takes a few minutes to turn your favorite […]

Dip Dye Pillow Covers

Add color to your cushion cover by dip dying them! It’s fun and easy to make and a great project […]

Paper Covered Letters

Here’s an easy DIY for embellishing 3D cardboard letters–a great party prop that can be matched to any theme, and […]

Easy DIY Chalkboard Frame

Chalkboard frames make a great photography prop or kid’s room decoration. Here’s a tutorial on how to make your own […]

Spring Sunburst Wreath

This lovely spring sunburst wreath would be a fun project for a teen to try. Customize it with your favorite […]

Crayon Candle

Don’t throw away those broken crayon pieces – turn them into a beautiful rainbow candle. There are many helpful suggestions […]

Doily & Fabric Flower Pin

This pretty flower pin is made from doilies and scrap fabric. It’s can be attached to a plain bag to […]

Ladybug Coffee Mug

Does your mom love ladybugs? Make this fun springtime coffee mug she’s sure to love. Younger kids will need help, […]

Tubular Bracelets

Make a fun bracelet with clear tubing from the hardware store! Fill it with candy, beads, or glitter to make […]

Scrap Fabric Easter Eggs

These colorful, fun Scrap Fabric Easter Eggs are a satisfying beginning sewing project for a young to older teen. Step […]

Faux Vinyl Book Cover

Make a durable book cover that feels like vinyl using a paper grocery bag, scrapbook paper and Mod Podge! Great […]

Seed Bead Necklace

Little helpers will love this simple and inexpensive jewelry project. All you need are spare seed beads, a blank pendant, […]

Stenciled Easter Treat Bags

These stenciled treat bags are a fun and easy Easter craft idea for little hands! They make great gift bags […]

Sharpie Speckled Eggs

Use a metallic Sharpie to create pretty speckles on dyed eggs for Easter. A perfect spring project too that kids […]

Shamrock Plant Poke

Bring a little of the Irish luck to your spring garden with this shamrock plant poke! Older children will love […]

Rainbow Cake Cubes

These cakes were originally designed to celebrate gay pride, but they work just as well for a St. Patrick’s Day […]

Egg Geodes

This Easter craft doubles as a science project, offering an opportunity to show kids the crystallization process at work. The […]

Easy Mod Podge Coasters

Make these easy Mod Podge Coasters to brighten up your house and encourage your kids to use them! After all, […]

Tips for Easy Yarn Crafts

Wrapping with yarn is a fun way to turn something old into something new. Make pom poms from yarn to […]

Beaded Wind Chime

Brighten up your garden with this fun and simple wind chime made from a terra cotta pot and some beaded […]

Make Your Own Bath Bombs

I’d like to share how to make fragrant bubbling balls (bath geysers) for your kids, it’s ecofriendly, safe and funny. […]

Watercolor Calendar

Create your calendar by using a cute printable template, watercolors, and white crayon to create a unique and quirky effect. […]

Rice Krispies Kisses

Make your own Rice Krispie Treats shaped like Hershey’s Kisses! A really fun edible project that also includes a free […]

Red Velvet Cake Pops

Here’s a fun recipe for red velvet cake pops on a stick with do it yourself roses on top! A […]

Frozen Mousse Hearts

Teenagers will love making these frozen dessert hearts for their friends. Having a Valentine’s Day party? These treats are the […]

Fruit Fun-Do

Skip the overpriced fondue restaurant this Valentine’s Day and treat your family to this easy fondue recipe at home instead. […]

Valentine Candy Bouquet

Looking for cute Valentine’s Day gift ideas? Make this “sweet” bouquet from chocolate candy to give to a friend, teacher […]

Window Cling Hearts

A little mod podge, paint, and glitter are all you need to make these fun clingy hearts. Use them to […]

Washi Tape Birds

Decorate these pretty paper birds using washi tape! This is a fun project for teenagers and preteens to practice their […]

Doily Gift Bag

Transform an ordinary red paper bag into a beautiful doily-covered gift bag, perfect for that special someone. The trick is […]

Easy Valentine Cards

These pretty Valentine’s cards couldn’t be easier! They are a great alternative to store-bought cards. All you need is card […]

3-D Paper Heart Ornament

Hang this three-dimensional heart as a fun and festive Valentine’s decoration. Make several to decorate for a party.

Paper Glitter Hearts

Add glitter to paper hearts to make cards, gift tags, magnets, or gift bag decorations. You could also string a […]

Decoupaged Gift Boxes

Make a cute gift box that will be as treasured as the gift it holds. They are easy to customize […]

Textured Valentine Jars

Epsom salts give these jars a beautiful and unique texture. Paint them in pastel colors, add a ribbon, and give […]

Crushed Loofah Soap

I love handmade body and bath stuff, it’s ecofriendly and safe even for kids. Loofah soap can be an alternative […]

Valentine Heart Vase

This festive vase is so easy to make; all you need is a glass container, tissue paper, and mod podge. […]

Conversation Heart Fudge

White chocolate fudge has been shaped into small hearts and decorated to look like conversation hearts. A fun edible craft […]

Mardi Gras King Cake

Enjoy the fun Mardi Gras tradition of eating King cake with this quick and easy version. The kids will have […]

Valentine Marshmallow Pops

These tasty treats are easy to make. Marshmallow Pops with candy melts and crushed peppermints wrapped in pretty cellophne make […]