Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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State Butterflies

Create a collection of butterflies that you color yourself. Focus on your favorites, or make every state’s official butterfly!

Halloween Finger Puppets

These cute Halloween finger puppets are made with pipe cleaners and pom poms! Follow the instructions to make a bat, […]

Halloween Bat Drawing

Decorate for Halloween with this cool bat drawing. It starts with a printable and then you do the rest!

Vampire Bat Napkin Rings

Looking for a festive idea to decorate your Halloween table? Vampire bats napkin rings add a bit of quirky fun!

Vampire Cat Brownies

These vampire brownies look and taste spooktacular! They’re great fun for any Halloween celebration.

Black Olive Owls

These Black Olive Owls are as tasty as they are cute! This is a fun project for kids to make […]

Paper Plate Black Cat

No bad luck here when you create this paper plate black cat! It’s a fun project for Halloween, but is […]

Homemade Glycerin Soap

Who knew that making homemade soap was so easy! With just a few simple ingredients, you are on your way […]

Chestnut Pencil Toppers

These cute pencil critters are made from chestnuts, craft foam and toothpicks. There are lots of other ideas for chestnut […]

Foam Cup Frog

Make an adorable frog from a foam cup. This craft is great fun for a forest or jungle unit.

Pinecone Birds

Pinecones, chenille stems and craft foam make up this sweet, nature inspired bird crafts. Head out on a nature hike, […]

Bean Art Animals

Use beans to create portraits of Poly the Parrot, Dab-Dab the Duck, Plimpton the Ostrich, Chee-Chee the Gorilla, and others […]

Cardboard Tube Squirrel

Turn a cardboard tube, walnut and acorn cap into these cute squirrels. It’s the perfect recycling craft for fall that […]

Hooded Owl Towel

Whoooo doesn’t loves adorable hooded towels? Make this sweet owl in any color you like for your baby or toddler […]

Paper Plate Storks

This clever stork is made with paper plates and plastic spoons. The detailed photos make it so easy to replicate.

Owl Mask

Make this fun owl mask from leaves, cardstock and felt. This is great for Halloween or for everyday imaginative play!

Reese’s Werewolf Cupcakes

These Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Werewolf Cupcakes will be the center of attention at any Halloween party! Have fun getting […]

Mouse Pad

This darling mouse pad actually looks like a mouse and is functional, too. Make your own!

Oreo Spider Bites

These tasty Oreo Spider Bites are made of delicious Oreo truffles, chocolate legs and candy eyes. These treats are great […]

Paper Bag Bison

Learn how to make this bison craft using a single paper lunch sack. This recycling project is great for a […]

Cereal Box Animals

These adorable cereal box animal puppets can walk, run, and sit! This is a super cute recycling craft the kids […]

Shrinky Dink Dog Tags

Calling all dog lovers! Make personalized Shrinky Dinks dog tags with this printable or create your own design. It’s easy and takes […]

Unicorn Cupcakes

This elegant unicorn cupcake is surprisingly easy to do. Edible gum paste unicorn cupcake toppers are the secret.

Pasta Salad Turtle

This turtle-shaped pasta salad is delicious, loaded with veggies, and completely customizable. It’s a healthy meal that kids will love.

Fluffy Construction Paper Owl

Torn pieces of brown construction paper look just like fluffy owl feathers. This fun project is great for developing motor […]

Sparkly Frog

Use styrofoam and paint and a few other supplies to make this super cute frog. Kids will love how it […]

Koala Pancakes

Make breakfast special with koala pancakes! It’s really easy and kids will love making their own koala.

Bear Cookies

Create bear cookies that are almost too cute to eat. Can you guess what cookie cutter shape it uses?

Bowling Ball Ladybugs

Turn old bowling balls into bright ladybugs for the backyard. Make one, or craft an entire ladybug family using retired […]

Whimsical Clay Narwhal

Use air dry clay to make an adorable narwhal. Can you guess how to make the narwhal’s tusk?

Foam Very Hungry Caterpillar

Turn foam balls into the beloved Very Hungry Caterpillar from the book by Eric Carle. This project makes a great decoration […]

Sunflower Wreath

Sunflower Wreath This adorable fall wreath, made almost completely from construction paper, will look adorable hanging on your door! What […]

Cork Mouse

This cute little mouse is a fun project for school age children to make. Use the suggested materials or try […]

DIY Crab T-Shirt

Turn your child’s hand prints into adorable and summery crab t-shirts! This fun shirt is great for a trip to […]

Magical Unicorn Cupcakes

These Magical Unicorn Cupcakes are made with White Reese’s Cups and candy clay. They make great birthday treats for a […]

Cheese Mouse Appetizer

This cheese mouse is so cute and is healthy, too. It’s sure to make snack time or parties extra special.

Puzzle Piece Critters

Don’t throw out the whole puzzle if you’re missing pieces! Follow the steps to turn puzzle pieces into critters like […]

Shark Party

Throw a fun shark-themed party for a summer birthday or just for fun! There are ideas for recipes, favors, decorations […]

Paper Plate Lion

The paper plate lion is a great decoration for a zoo or jungle-themed party, or for everyday fun!

Elephant Bread

These adorable cinnamon sugar elephants couldn’t be easier to make. They start with canned biscuit dough.

Sea Otter Cupcakes

These chocolate cupcakes could not be cuter! They’re decorated like sea otters using modeling chocolate.

Giraffe Snack

Make a tasty giraffe snack using bananas and other healthy ingredients. It’s a fun way to make snacktime special.

Paper Plate Sea Crab

Learn how to transform an ordinary paper plate into this cute crab! A fun summertime craft for your kids.

Cat Paper Bag Puppet

Turn a paper bag into an awesome cat puppet with just a few simple steps. Then use your cat to […]

Dachshund Cookie Cupcakes

Movie Night with the family is even more fun with these cute Dachshund Cookie Cupcakes! They’re inspired by The Secret […]

Zebra Pinata

This balloon-shaped zebra pinata is easy to make and couldn’t be cuter! Make it for a zoo-themed birthday party.

Puzzle Piece Monarch Butterfly

Turn a puzzle piece into a beautiful monarch butterfly! Perch your completed butterfly on a flower bouquet, dangle it from […]

Unicorn Forture Cookies

Turn ordinary fortune cookies into stunning unicorn cookies! This unique treat makes any occasion extra special.

Peekaboo Apple Paper Plate

Peekaboo Apple Paper Plate Kids will love this colorful back-to-school craft. Make a bright red apple with a friendly worm […]

Construction Paper Dragon

Let your imagination run wild when making your own construction paper dragon. It’s easy to do and fun to see […]

Hummingbird Gift Bag

Create a beautiful gift bag featuring a completed coloring page. It’s a wonderful way to display coloring pages and tailor […]

Butterfly Snack Clips

Make snacking fun (and super cute!) with these Beautiful Butterfly Snack Clips. They are so easy and fun to make!

Paper Plate Aquarium

Create a miniature underwater world with a paper plate and colorful paper! This classic project is one the kids will […]

Clothespin Bug Magnets

Use clothespins to create fun magnets for your fridge or a locker. Instructions for a bumblebee and a grasshopper are […]

Handprint Fish

Friendly handprint fish swim around big paper fishbowls. This project will keep the kids smiling while turning their handprints into […]

Birds on a Branch

Make cute little candy birds on a pretzel branch. This edible arts and crafts project can be used to decorate […]

Recycled Bottle Fish

  Recycle plastic bottles by turning them into fish! This fun craft gives kids plenty of room to be creative.