Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Making Felt Faces

Make this fun quiet time activity using just a few basic supplies. It takes less than 30 minutes to put together, […]

Watercolor Bangle Bracelets

These watercolor bangle bracelets make pretty accessories to wear or to give. They’re easy enough for even the youngest of crafters […]

Rock Art Project

Make your own farm-themed story stones, mix and match rock people, or create pretty fairy stones. This post has instructions […]

Handprint Polar Bear

Use your handprint to make a cute polar bear! This fun craft is perfect for winter.

Textured Polar Bear

Use rice or coconut flakes to create a cool fur texture on a polar bear project. It’s easy and a […]

Polar Bear Snack

This edible polar bear is simple, healthy, and delicious. Children will love making and eating this fun snack.

Find and Seek Party Jars

Hide small objects in jars of colored sand, then make a checklist of items to tick off as they are […]

New Year’s Noisemaker

Ring in the New Year with a bang, a clang, or a jingling rattle! This shiny noisemaker is an improvement […]

Painted Penguin Container

Turn an empty container into a cool painted penguin to hold toys. Give it as a gift with the presents […]

Glittered Pine Cones

These glittered pine cones make a beautiful decoration for winter. It’s easy to do and a fun way to bring a […]

Colorful Garland

Use a really fun painting technique to turn plain styrofoam balls into something special. String them and decorate with the […]

Sticker-Resist Stamped Card

Create a unique holiday card, birthday card or thank you card using stickers and stamps! It’s a lot of fun […]

Peppermint Playdough

Follow the easy recipe to make peppermint play dough that smells like the holidays. Then pair it with straws to build […]

Color Matching Toy

Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy this homemade color matching toy. It uses inexpensive supplies and is quick and easy to […]

Painting With Corn

Make this fun corn craft for Thanksgiving. But don’t use a brush! Use the corn to paint with and turn […]

Christmas Tree Craft

This fun Christmas tree project combines three different techniques with three different paints and inks. The results are simply beautiful!

Two-Ingredient Glossy Paint

This super-glossy paint only requires two ingredients. Best of all, those ingredients are completely edible and probably already in your […]

Felt Breakfast Food

It’s easier than you might think to make these delicious-looking breakfast foods out of felt sheets! They’re lots of fun […]

Child-Sized Advent Wreath

Create a child-sized, working Advent wreath. This craft, which features pink and purple birthday candles, is a wonderful way to […]

Leaf Coaster

It’s so easy to create coasters with colorful fall leaves. What a wonderful way to bring the beauty of fall […]

Thanksgiving Turkey Craft

This simple paper Thanksgiving craft is easy enough for kids of all ages. Each turkey has so much personality!

Circle Sticker Vase

Turn an empty glass jar into a whimsical vase by painting white stickers and applying them to the jar. This […]

Firefighter Hat

Make a fun and easy Firefighter Hat craft during Fire Prevention Week or any time of year. It’s fun for […]

Playdough Ghosts

These playful Halloween Ghosts are made from homemade playdough. This craft is a fabulous sensory experience for little hands.

Gold Glitter Polka Dot Pumpkins

These elegant gold glitter polka dot pumpkins are so easy to make and completely mess-free. Even the youngest of crafters […]

Baymax Pumpkin

Make a cute Baymax pumpkin for Halloween in only three minutes. It’s so easy to do!

Lacing Card

Making your own lacing card takes only minutes and requires just basic craft supplies. They’re great to take along to […]

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!