Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Secret Postcard Decoder

This paper decoder is a very basic, entry-level approach to understanding ciphers and is great fun for postcards. A fun […]

Zentangle Key Chain

Zentangles — a fancy word to describe doodles! Doodle your way to an awesome key chain by drawing on shrink […]

Duct Tape Phone Case

Using duct tape and color coordinated fabric, we’ll show you how to construct a really cool phone case! Back to […]

BooBoo Bandaid Brownies

What’s the best way to make a kid feel better when they get a booboo? A brownie treat shaped like […]

Jar Lanterns

Recycle glass jars and colorful candy wrappers to make these beautiful jar lanterns. An easy project for kids of all […]

Amulets

Use play-dough, buttons and beads to create an old fashioned good luck charm. Perfect for a party craft, history project, […]

Stylish Pencil Pouches

Hit the halls in style this school year when you create these cute pencil pouches! Gather pretty paper, a sandwich […]

Homemade Incense

We’ll show you how easy it is to make your own incense. A great tutorial that’s appealing to teenagers.

Faux Red Coral

If your kids like creating under the sea dioramas, follow our instructions on how to make red coral. Using resin […]

Mini Burger Bites

Nothing says summer like picnics and burgers! Surprise your picnic guests with these fun cookie burgers for dessert.

Embellished School Supplies

Add some pizzazz to plain ol’ school supplies by covering them with scrapbook paper. Make some for you and give […]

Pencil Holder Teacher Gift

Make this cute pencil holder for a teacher back-to-school gift! Simply cover a container with chalkboard paint and embellish with […]

Crazy Crunch Caramel Popcorn

Popping up with lots of ideas for popcorn, including this sweet crazy crunch caramel popcorn recipe! Great for a circus-themed […]

Decoupage Picture Frame

A picture frame decoupaged with scrapbook paper and children’s artwork makes a lovely gift for family members. Personalize the frame […]

Decorative Luminary

Transform a plain votive cup into something more personalized using pretty card stock and Mod Podge. Use with a flameless […]

Painted Canvas

Beautiful canvas art created by using sticker letters to write a message on a canvas, covering  the canvas with paint. […]

Paper Butterfly & Fish Cards

Pretty paper butterfly and fish cards – paint and decorate them to use for correspondence or as art. Simple, easy, […]

Painted Canvas Wall Art

Blank canvas and paints are all that’s needed to create one-of-a-kind art for your home. Children will love seeing their […]

Tissue Paper Flowers

It’s simple to make bright and cheery flowers out of tissue paper. Use for decorations or fill a vase with […]

Cute as a Button Card

Personalize these pretty cards to say “Happy Birthday” or “Thinking of You”. Find all the materials necessary for this project […]

Decorated Mugs

Kids can personalize coffee mugs with Sharpie pens to make great gifts for grandparents, teachers…even Mom and Dad!

Hand Crocheted Bracelets

A cool way to give new life to old t-shirts…make a jersey bracelet or headband out of them! A frugal […]

Painting Shirts for Teens

Teens can go back to school in style by creating cool shirts with their own designs on them!  A fun […]

Letter Photo Props

Use wood letters, scrapbook paper to create pretty photo prop letters. Perfect for taking pictures for grandparents, Mother’s Day, Father’s […]

Paracord Bracelets

Go back to school in style wearing bracelets made from nylon cord. A fun project for tweens and teens to […]

Frozen Yogurt Discs

A healthy snack made from yogurt and fresh fruit! Kids of all ages can help whip up this cool, tasty […]

Painted Sea Glass

Make sea glass paint by combining glue and food coloring. Easy to do…simply paint glass to give a really great […]

Bottle Cap Necklace

Bottle cap necklaces are all the rage ! Turn bottle caps into fancy necklaces that are nice for gift giving […]

Lined Snack Bag

A quick and easy sewing project suitable for beginners. Recycle plastic shopping bags to create a water-resistant liner and use […]

Itsy Bitsy Books

Celebrate back-to-school with these adorable itsy bitsy book pendants. A great way to recycle, these pendants are created from a […]

Sweet & Easy Paperclip Bookmarks

Here’s a quick and easy back-to-school craft for teens and tweens. Use pretty printed ribbon and colorful paperclips to make […]

Decoupage Earrings

Girls can create cool new earrings by decoupaging fabric onto earrings they no longer wear. A great way to repurpose […]

Food Box Wallet

Don’t throw away those bright and colorful food boxes. Instead, grab the opportunity to craft with your kids and turn […]

Cherry Treats

Celebrate summer and cherry season by making everything cherries – cookies, cake balls, candy, and cupcakes! We’ll show you how […]

T-Shirts with Sole

Make your own custom-designed t-shirts using fabric paint, a stencil, and the sole of a shoe! A great wearable art […]

Perler Bead Bowl

Make a fun and funky bowl out of plastic beads. A neat way to keep things organized.

Beach Wreath

Turn a dollar store pool noodle into a pretty wreath. An easy craft for kids to help with, change the […]

Mini Sand Cake Sea Creatures

Using cake pop filling and sand molds create these adorable mini sand sea creatures. Fit perfectly into a summertime beach […]

Upcycled Tie Skirt

The perfect way to recycle and repurpose all those old ties. Great statement skirt for teens!

Simple Ribbon Bunting

Use those leftover bits of ribbon to make absolutely adorable, versatile, simple ribbon bunting. Girls can use this simple craft […]

Compost Bin

This very simple compost bin gives you the opportunity to try composting without too much commitment, cost, or space needed. […]

Balloon Tulip Centerpiece

Here’s a quick and frugal way to add colorful decorations to a party – turn balloons into pretty flowers! Read […]

Pink Lemonade Cookies

A fun cookie to make with your little ones! The batter is like playing with play dough! Sprinkle their hands […]

Recycled Box Notepads

Recycle colorful food boxes to turn them into handy dandy little notebooks. A great craft for summer camp, sleepovers or […]

Photo Party Favors

Here’s an adorable way to personalize birthday favors for your child’s next birthday party. Read on …we’ll show you how […]

Paper Bead Tutorial

Colorful, patterned scrapbook paper can be turned into a pretty necklace in just a few simple steps. A fun craft […]

10-Minute Knotted Bracelet

Use twine and seed beads to create a simple summery bracelet. A fun slumber party or weekend craft project for […]

Cupcake Invitations

We show you how to make these fancy cupcake shaped birthday invitations in a few easy steps. Perfect for a […]

Stamped Driftwood

Perfect project for the kids to dress up their beachy finds and display around the home! Easy enough for kids […]

Chocolate Covered Oreos

Who doesn’t love the combination of chocolate and cookies? A fun and easy way to get the kids into the […]

Sprinkle Ice Cream Cones

A simple way to gain smiles on a hot summer day- kids will love the added touch of white chocolate […]

Patriotic Wooden Crate

Paint and sticker a wooden crate in red, white and blue stars and stripes. Use it in 4th of July […]

Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Simple, no-bake strawberry cheesecake bites are made from fresh berries and cream cheese frosting. Makes a yummy treat for your […]

Fashionable Teen Shirts

Turn plain tees and tanks into fabulous summer fashions with paint markers. Perfect project for older children.

Icing Covered Pretzels

Sweet and salty icing covered pretzels are a fun food for parties and picnics. Using royal icing instead of chocolate […]

Oyster & Pearl Madeleine Cakes

Individual little cakes made from store-bought Madeleine cakes and pearlized gumballs. A cute addition to any beach-themed party!