Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Peanut Butter Piggy Bank

This adorable piggy bank is easy for little hands to get in and out of. The smaller size means it […]

Little Piggies

Here’s a simple and cute pig craft using construction paper, pom poms, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners. Each pig has […]

CD Pig Craft

Turn an old CD into a super cute pig! All you need is felt, googly eyes, and a pom pom, […]

Water Bottle Pig

Transform a water bottle and construction paper into this cute little pig! This was designed as a Sunday School project, […]

Styrofoam Cup Polar Bear

This is an adorable and easy polar bear puppet craft you can make from a Styrofoam cup and some construction […]

Craft Stick Farm Animals

Use craft sticks, paint and a few embellishments to make adorable farm animal puppets! These barnyard friends are sure to […]

Heart Bunny

This rabbit is made with nothing but hearts cut from construction paper. This is a fun project for Valentine’s Day, […]

Baby’s First Watercolor

Turn your baby’s first watercolor project into fun animal art! They will love painting and adding colors to the paper. […]

Washi Tape Birds

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

Fudge Bears

Two ingredient caramel milk chocolate fudge bears make sweet treats for Valentine’s Day. Your kids will love helping in the […]

Clay Pot Rat

Clay Pot Rat Make this cute little rat (or mouse, if you prefer) out of a clay pot and felt! […]

Chocolate Cherry Mice

These chocolate cherry mice are as easy to make as they are delicious to eat! And they couldn’t be cuter! […]

Paper Owl Family

Make this easy paper owl cut outs using scraps of scrapbook paper. A fun group project where every child’s owl […]

Soda Bottle Polar Bear

Turn an empty two-liter soda bottle into this cute giggling polar bear! Choose your favorite colors for the hair and […]

Paper Snake

2013 is the Year of the Snake. Celebrate by making some fun and easy paper snakes. These would also be […]

Owl Plushie

These cute little stuffed owls are simple to make, even if you’re not experienced at sewing. You can use any […]

Pocket-sized Magnetic Fishing Kit

Repurpose your empty Altoids tin to hold this adorable mini magnetic fishing kit. It’s fun, easy, and very inexpensive. What […]

Scrap Wood Mosaic Fish

Turn a scrap piece of wood into a beautiful fish. This stunning fish was made from scratch by a 14 […]

Craft Stick Reindeer

Craft sticks and felt create the structure of this reindeer ornament. Googly eyes, a red pom pom, and a brown […]

Paper Towel Butterfly

There are many different versions of butterfly crafts, and we love them all! This one is made from paper towels […]

Butterfly Sun Catchers

This pretty spring project is a great way to introduce kids to the wonders of nature! These butterfly themed sun […]

Painted Wood Penguins

these sweet wood painted penguins would make great gift toppers, place holders or ornaments. Penguins are a fun part of […]

Cardinal Ornament

This cute cardinal ornament that will look beautiful set in the branches of your tree. Here’s an easy tutorial that […]

Clay Turkey

Clay Turkey Make this cute turkey from modeling clay and feathers and display it on your Thanksgiving table. It’s a fun […]

Foam Owl

Pull out the craft foam and make this adorable winking foam owl full of rainbow colors! Great for a bird […]

Shark Costume

  This shark costume is totally adorable! A fun costume, especially for your little boy. Use it after Halloween too […]

Peacock Fan

Pretty peacocks made from paper doilies and water color paints are a lovely craft for a rainy afternoon. If you […]

Plastic Lid Turtles

Make cute turtles from recycled plastic lids, Q-tips and craft sticks! A fun way to talk about and teach an […]

Styrofoam Ball Spiders

Cut and colorful, these adorable little spiders made from painted Styrofoam balls are a great insect or Halloween craft for […]

Cork Snake

Make use of old corks or grab a bag of them from the craft store for this fun animal craft. […]

Worm Dogs

Make some wormy looking hot dogs over wild rice for a fun Halloween lunch! Kids will love the creepy goodness […]

Baby Bear Hat

Here’s a free pattern for this adorable baby bear hat. This pattern and tutorial will make a hat that fits […]

Cardboard Tube Bats

This is a fun and easy craft for the kids this Halloween. Create these as favors for your Halloween party. […]

Homemade Veterinarian Kit

This cute homemade veterinarian Kit is perfect for make believe play, especially for the animal loving child! I know I […]

Toddler Skunk Costume

This easy toddler skunk costume can be made for almost no money. It’s simple and great for cold weather nights […]

Horse Card

Make this easy horse card for Animals Day! It is super easy to make and kids will love the result! […]

Bubble Wrap Butterflies

This fun project is perfect for preschoolers. You can make fun designs using paint and bubble wrap, then turn them […]

LadyBug Costume / Backpack

No need to put this cute costume away after Halloween, it’s also a backpack! That means your child can use […]

Handprint Zebra

Handprint crafts are always fun, and a great way to create a keepsake for mom, dad, grandma or grandpa. Young […]

Spider Peanut Butter Blossoms

These spider cookies are absolutely adorable and your kids will have no problem chomping into them! Fun for a Halloween […]

Bat-o’-Lanterns

These cute batty decorations made from some black paint and miniature pumpkins. A great decoration for Halloween or for your […]

Splat Bugs

Make splat bugs with glue, googly eyes and sequins with your kids. They’ll have fun creating their very own buggy […]

Yarn Spider

Yarn Spider Make this adorably creepy spider to hang from your ceiling and welcome your Halloween guests!   What You Need Black […]

Owl Gift Bags

These cute little owl gift bags are made out of paper lunch sacks and scrapbook paper. A fun craft for […]

Bee House

Build a bee house to help nature along and encourage pollination of the area plants. The tutorial explains about a […]

Cross Hatch Pictures & Stamp

You can make lots of fun art projects using a cross hatch stamp that you make yourself. This tutorial shows […]

Glow in the Dark Spider Web

This glow in the dark spider web is the perfect spider or Halloween craft. It is also a wonderful night […]

Hockey Stick Horse

This absolutely adorable stick horse for kids was made by repurposing an old hockey stick! Dress it up with some […]

Mosaic Scrap Cards

Make these fun greeting cards from card stock and recycled magazine pages. Mosaics are a great way to show kids […]

Dinosaur Ice Eggs

Hot summer days are perfect for these dinosaur ice eggs. Kids will love cracking open and melting these Ice eggs […]

Crepe Paper Jellyfish

Go under the sea and make a crepe paper jellyfish. If you enjoy beach themed crafts this is one you […]

Animal Cookies

Make your own baby crackers – just like the little animal crackers that used to be available in the store! […]

Recycled Paper Bird Mobile

Turn your old magazines into a beautiful paper bird mobile. A nice project for mom to make to hang in […]

Paper Butterfly & Fish Cards

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

Paper Wings

Paper wings – wear for dress up, as a Halloween costume or Mardi Gras. They’re also beautiful enough to hang […]

Homemade Animal Crackers

Homemade animal crackers are perfect for a circus-themed party, to pack in lunch boxes or as a snack for your […]

Critter Bath Bombs

Make bath time lots of fun with homemade bath bombs shaped like friendly little critters. Fun to give as gifts, […]