Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Very Hungry Caterpillar Meal

Make mealtime extra fun with this cute plate based on Eric Carle’s Very Hungry Caterpillar! Read the book together, then […]

Cotton Ball Corn Cob

  Cotton Ball Corn Cob Sweet corn is is practically synonymous with fall. Make your own corn on the cob […]

Paint and Stuff Football

These big paper footballs are made from recycled materials you probably have at home and are easy enough for even […]

Monster Party Hats

Super cute and easy to make, these monster hats will be a hit at any party. Cheap party hats are […]

Princess Pedestal Cookies

Your little princess will love making sparkly pink pedestals of decorated cookies.  These make wonderful party favors.  Guests can eat […]

Footprint Bird

These adorable little footprint birdies are really easy and make a great keepsake. Frame a set to give to Grandma […]

Rotini Noodle Sunflower

Create a dimensional sunflower craft using rotini noodles and pipe cleaners. It’s a fun project for young kids to try.

Silly Face Applesauce Cups

Healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Add silly faces to applesauce cups to make a fun treat for your birthday […]

Kix Caterpillars

Sure, you can have ants on a log. But wouldn’t you rather have adorable, smiling caterpillars crawling across your peanut […]

3D Bubble Wrap Printed Pineapple

Use bubble wrap and paint to print fun, tropical-colored pineapples. Any age or ability can make this simple, but lovely, […]

Cardboard Camper Playhouse

Make a mini version of an airstream camper using old cardboard. The kids can have unlimited adventures in this little […]

Swimsuit Cover Ups

Quick and easy to make, these adorable swimsuit cover-ups are made from towels! Great for the pool or beach and […]

Sunny Breakfast

A fun and easy sunshine breakfast made from smiling waffles.

Clam Shell Critters

Here’s something to do with the clam shells the kids found at the beach. Turn them into these cute Clam […]

Egg Carton Pots

Empty egg cartons make lovely little plant pots. This is a wonderful project for Earth Day or any time.

Thumbprint Fireflies

Make a jar full of fireflies using your thumbprints! A cute summertime paper painting project the kids will love.

Hula Hoop Croquet

Even if your kids have never played traditional croquet, they’ll love this modified version–a cross between kickball and croquet! It […]

Sesame Street Cupcakes

Follow the directions to make cupcakes that look just like everyone’s favorite Sesame Street characters. Includes directions for Elmo, Big […]

Ice Cream Flowerpots

These tasty ice cream flowerpots are impossible to resist! Made from ice cream, cookies, and candy, they are as fun […]

Handprint Crab

This handprint crab craft comes complete with a printable beach themed background. A fun project even the little ones can […]

Summer Footprint Sun

Make this summer sun with your kids by painting a paper plate for the sun and their feet for the […]

Colorful Fish Collage

Paint the sea & then add some texture with sponge prints! Paint and cut some colorful fish and glue them […]

Framed Sand Writing

Make memories of the beach by writing your name in the sand, photographing it and then framing it. Embellish the […]

Coffee Grounds Fossils

Create these cool fossils from used coffee grounds. Kids can pretend they are on a real life dinosaur excavation!

Paper Plate Sand Dollars

It only takes a couple of simple steps to make these sweet sand dollars. This is a fun beach themed […]

Father’s Day Rocket Card

Show Dad that he’s “out of this world” by giving him a rocket card personalized with pictures. The printable template […]

Party Crowns

These easy crowns are made with paper doilies. Young children will love creating their own crown for dress-up fun!

Fish Baggies

Decorate a summer party with these adorable fish. This simple craft uses construction paper and is easy enough for even […]

Mother’s Day Strawberry Card

Show Mom how “berry” special she is with this strawberry card for Mother’s Day. This card is wonderful for Grandparent’s […]

Bunny Twinkies

Sweet snack cake bunnies made from Twinkies and modeling chocolate. Fun for animal or farm themed parties …and of course, […]

May Day Paper Plate Basket

This pretty May Day basket is lined with flowers and topped with special little handprints. A simple Mother’s Day craft […]

Lion and Lamb Cupcakes

No matter what the weather is like at the start of March, our lion and lamb cupcakes will have you […]

Flower Power Candy Cups

Turn paper cups and pretty scrapbook paper into springtime bloomin’ candy cups. Perfect to hold party treats or use to […]

Easter Bunny Cake

Start a tradition with your kids by making our bunny cake with them every year at Easter time. Take pictures […]

Edible Finger Paints

Toddlers love to finger paint and with our edible homemade paints, you won’t have to worry about them sticking their […]

Marshmallow Baby Chicks

These adorable marshmallow chicks fit perfectly into plastic eggs and then into a lunchbox, briefcase or a purse for a […]

Paper Loop Chick

These adorable little chicks will delight kids of all ages. Easy to make from construction paper, feathers and pipe cleaners, […]

Bunny Raspberry Hand Pies

These raspberry hand pies are so easy to make and couldn’t be cuter! Even the youngest of bakers can help […]

Bunny Handprint Cards

These handprint bunnies are quick and easy to make and look so incredibly cute! Whip up a set to send […]

Bunny Napkin Rings

Just in time for Easter, these bunny napkin rings will add a touch of whimsy to your Easter table. Made […]

Swirly Pop Fruit Pizzas

Bake some large round cookies, frost with a cream cheese filling and decorate with fruit to look like a Swirly […]

Pom Pom Easter Egg Painting

Try painting with pom poms and clothespins! This fun Easter activity is fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Butterfly Hair Bow

These butterfly hair bows are so simple to make with fabric scraps. Girls of all ages will love wearing these […]

Cone Critters

These adorable cone critters are the perfect way to display Easter candy. Make a few to hang around the house […]

Trinity Cross

This fun Sunday school activity celebrates Lent. Kids of all ages can take part in arranging clothespins on a craft […]

Egg Carton Flower Magnets

Turn egg cartons into beautiful flower magnets! This kid-friendly activity is quick, easy and turns out great every time.

Easter Chicks

Turn an array of vegetables into these adorable spring chicks. Kids will want to eat their veggies when they see […]

Jelly Bean Door Decoration

Kids of all ages can create their own personalized letter decoration using their favorite colors of jellybeans! Perfect for decorating […]

Leprechaun Puppet

Lucky leprechauns for St. Patrick’s Day! Turn all the kids into leprechauns with this easy printable puppet.

Very Hungry Caterpillar Necklace

Eric Carle fans will recognize this adorable Very Hungry Caterpillar. This necklace craft is so much fun and provides practice […]

Burger Chore Chart

Our burger chore chart adds some fun to chore time! A different chore is hidden on each layer of the […]

Rainbow Barley Sensory Bin

Fill a sensory bin with colorful rainbow barley pearls that are reusable for months on end. Rainbow sensory play is […]

Cardboard Tube Leprechaun

If you’re looking for a quick and easy craft that uses items from around the house, this St. Patrick’s Day […]

Rainbow Mobiles

Rainbow Mobile Decorate for St. Patrick’s Day by hanging these lucky rainbow mobiles around the house. This is an easy […]

Clouds and Rain Mobile

Painting and gluing becomes a fun rainy day project! This is a fun way to keep kids busy when they […]

Handprint Thing 1 & Thing 2

We’re celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday with Thing 1 and Thing 2! Create these familiar faces by painting your child’s hand […]

Dr. Seuss Finger Puppets

Our Cat in the Hat and Thing finger puppets turn a reading story into a play! Made from pipe cleaners, […]