Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Bottle Cap Apple Search

This game is easy to make, reusing materials that you already have at home. It’s fun any time of year, […]

Banana Ghosts

These fun banana ghosts to so easy to make and taste really yummy. What a fun treat for Halloween!

Recycled Newspaper Pumpkins

Create festive fall decor with recycled newspapers and paint. This easy project is fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Easy Stamped Flowers

Stamp some pretty flowers onto colorful paper or a canvas using an empty bottle and a Q-tip. This fun project […]

Mini Herb Garden Pots

Create a mini herb garden in clay pots with a matte finish chalky surface. These pretty hand-painted pots make a […]

Packing Tape Drum Set

Make a cute drum that sounds pretty good when played. It starts with an empty coffee can and packing tape.

Fishing Game

Young crafters will love making and playing this fun fishing game. It’s easy to do and is a great way […]

Farm Animal Birthday Party

Throw a fun and simple farm animal themed birthday party!  There are ideas for food, activities, decorations and more.

Organized Art Supplies

Organize the art supplies in your house to make a neat and tidy art center at home. Spend more time […]

Disney Princess Table Backdrop

Make this fun table backdrop featuring the Disney Princesses for a themed birthday party. It’s so easy to do and such a […]

Dough Monsters

Make these fun little monsters out of homemade playdough. This craft will delight the youngest of crafters!

Morning Chart for Preschoolers

This printable morning chart helps young children start their days off right. Kids move the icon to the smiley face when […]

Cereal Box Backpack

Recycle a cereal box into a cute backpack for preschoolers! Personalize it with their favorite colors.

Carnival Party for Kids

Throw a fabulous carnival party that kids will love! This round-up of ideas and tutorials includes activities, decorations, foods, favors […]

Homemade Birthday Card

Making a birthday card is a practical and meaningful craft activity for kids – a project with a purpose. A […]

Craft Foam Stamps

Make your own fun stamps quickly and easily using precut craft foam shapes! Color them with ink or paint and you’re […]

Colorful Dominoes Game

Make a colorful dominoes game using reclaimed wood and paint. It’s a fun twist on the usual version.

Felt Board Farm Scene

Use the printable templates to make a complete felt board farm scene! It includes a tractor, barn, horse, pig, sun, […]

Darth Maul and Yoda Costumes

These simple Darth Maul and Yoda costumes are perfect for little Star Wars fans. Wear them on Halloween or for everyday […]

Initial Watercolors

Mask an initial, number or design, then add to watercolors! This easy project has lots of room for creativity.

Squishy Worms Sensory Bag

This sensory bag is easy to make and lot of fun for little hands. It’s a great way to explore […]

Stamped Monogram Keepsake

This pretty keepsake is made with alphabet stamps and ink! It’s easy and fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Fall Tree Painting

Paint this textured tree with your toddler or preschooler when the leaves start to fall from the trees. It’s easy and […]

Baby-Safe Playdough

This play dough is made of entirely edible ingredients, so it’s safe for the even the youngest of crafters. It is […]

Nature Walk Collage

Start this activity with an educational nature walk. Then use the items you collected and get your creative juices flowing […]

Felt Donut

This fun, delicious-looking donut is made out of felt. It’s perfect for pretend play in a child’s toy kitchen.

Cardboard Arc de Triomphe

Turn a cardboard box into a replica of the Arc de Triomphe. It’s easy to do and looks fantastic!

Sibling Shirts

These Sibling Shirts make the perfect gift for a growing family. Create custom stencils from freezer paper to use with fabric […]

Blot Butterflies

These beautiful Blot Butterflies are an old favorite with a new twist. They are fun for crafters of all ages.

Ice Cream Pom Poms

Make these cute ice cream pom poms with printable cones. They’re a lot of fun for summertime pretend play.

Shape Bingo

This printable Shape Bingo is great for preschoolers learning their shapes and colors. It’s equally fun for older kids who […]

Homemade Bath Paint

Make your own homemade bath paint. It’s easy to do, inexpensive, and FUN FUN FUN!

Cardboard Car Wash

Cars + water = fun! Create a waterproof car wash from a cardboard box.

Sand Paint

For a fun twist on ordinary painting, try making your own sand paint. It’s a lot of fun and gives a completely […]

Discovery Bottles

Create fun discovery bottles with colored liquids, confetti, beads, glitter and other small items. Kids love tipping the bottles over and […]

Cardboard Play Castle

Make a fabulous play castle from cardboard. It’s perfect for a princess birthday party or anytime pretend play.

Glitter Playdough

This play dough is made using salt, flour, water and food coloring. Add glitter for more interest and sparkle!

Thumbprint Flowers

All you need to make these cute thumbprint flowers are blue and yellow paint, some paper and your own thumb! […]

Patriotic Straw Necklace

Turn paper straws into patriotic necklaces! It’s easy to do and they make great accessories for July 4th, Veteran’s Day […]

Cardboard Gem Puzzle

Make a fun shape-sorting puzzle out of cardboard. Adults will need to do the cutting, but kids can help with assembly and […]

Buckle Pillow for Toddlers

Toddlers all seem to go through that “buckle everything” phase. This buckle pillow will keep them busy and also help […]

Father’s Day Footprint Craft

Create an adorable Father’s Day keepsake for Dad using a child’s footprints as the background of a poem. Older children can […]

Craft Foam Spider

Create a simple spider from craft foam and pipe cleaners in just minutes! It’s so cute and lots of fun […]

Dino Tees

It only takes 5 minutes to make cute dinosaur tees using a printable and decal transfer paper. The tutorial includes […]

Button-Up Games

Cut shapes from felt, then use them for a game that keeps toddlers entertained while strengthening their fine motor skills. […]

Handprint Owls

Make this cute owl using paper for the body and handprints for the wings. This is a fun project for kids […]

Felt Saw

  This felt saw is perfect for a little one who wants to play construction worker or handyman. The saw is […]

Mason Jar Lava Lamps

Make these groovy mason jar lava lamps and add glitter for extra fun! This is a fun science experiment for […]

Fabric Canvas Painting

Paint on fabric, then attach it to a blank canvas to create a one-of-a-kind work of art. This makes a […]

Recycled Toy Storage Bin

Turn two grocery bags into a cute toy storage bin. It’s easy to do and a great way to reuse […]

Tutu Skirt

A tutu is one of the easiest clothing crafts you can make. Girls will have lots of fun creating tutus of […]