Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Rainbow Bead Toy

This Rainbow Bead Toy is very easy to make and requires no special tools or equipment. Playing with it is a […]

Colored Pencil Jewelry

Turn colored pencils into necklaces and a trivet. This makes an awesome gift for a teacher and is great fun […]

Beaded Heart Pendant Necklace

Improve your beading skills by working on this heart-shaped pendant. Use traditional Valentine’s Day colors like pinks and reds, or […]

Penguin Bead Pet

This cute penguin pony bead project is great for a wintery afternoon. Use it as a keychain or hang it […]

Christmas Snowman Hairclip

This charming snowman hair clip is easy to make and fun to wear. This sparkly felt fellow also makes a […]

Angel Ornament

Turn clam shells into an adorable Christmas angel. This easy craft makes a beautiful ornament for the tree.

Beaded Napkin Rings

Here’s a simple and beautiful craft for kids~ beaded napkin rings. They’re easy to make and kids love being able […]

Puzzle Piece Faces

Recycle those large puzzle pieces into a fun family of Puzzle Faces. A fun project for a bunch of friends […]

Map Necklace

Make your own adorable map necklace! A printable of each state, aluminum and 3-D Mod Podge make it easy to […]

Blue Bow Earrings

Make a pair of cute bow-shaped earrings in your favorite color. They make a nice gift for someone special, too!

Perler Bead Guitar

This cool guitar is easy to make using Perler Beads. It’s a fun project to accompany a study of music.

Bat Necklace

This cute bat necklace is made from copper wire, chains and beads. The project is a fun introduction to wire […]

Treble Clef Ring

This playful treble clef ring is so fun for a young musician to make for herself and her friends. This […]

Thin Line Paracord Bracelet

Make this paracord bracelet with your favorite colors, or to represent a school or profession. Use a red line to […]

Foil Pendants

Here’s a inexpensive jewelry craft that really gets kids thinking creatively! It’s fun for birthday parties, sleepovers, or when just […]

Perler Bead Rubik’s Cube

This Rubik’s cube is totally tubular! It’s a fun challenge for kids who are ready to tackle 3-D Perler Bead […]

Chenille Critters

Make whimsical critters using beads and chenille stems. It’s easy to do and the possibilities for creativity are endless!

Wire-Wrapped Fish

This wire-wrapped fish is so colorful and fun. It’s best for teens with some jewelry-making experience.

Egg Carton Jellyfish

Kids will love making these adorable jellyfish! Choose whatever colors you like and make a whole smack of them!

Cute Bear Hair Clip

This adorable bear barrette is a fun way to introduce kids to sewing. Follow the steps to make the bear, […]

Easy Beaded Sun Craft

Create a beaded sun using craft sticks, yarn, and pony beads. This simplified version of a God’s Eye is easy […]

Personalized Slap Bracelets

Are you looking for a fun project to make this summer? Then learn how to create custom slap bracelets, in […]

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace Combine the fun of stringing beads and molding salt dough to make these patriotic necklaces. They’re […]

Pony Bead Camp Bracelet

Pony Bead Camp Bracelet This cool project is great for almost any age. Working with beads is fun and this method is […]

Homemade Kaleidoscope

Create beautiful patterns with this fun homemade kaleidoscope. It’s a great project to do at home or with a group.

Button Necklace

Make your own fun fabric button necklace! They’re infinitely customizable, quite affordable, and so pretty.

Diamond Art Monogram Luggage Tag

Combine paper and leftover Diamond Dotz to create a gorgeous luggage tag featuring your initial. It’s quick and easy and […]

Baseball Charm Necklace

Use these directions and printable template to create baseball charms you can use on a necklace or any other way […]

Diamond Dotz Flower Necklace

Have you done diamond art and wondered what you could do with the extra Diamond Dotz? Turn them into beautiful […]

Flower Bobby Pins

Create pretty silk flower hair pins to wear this spring. This project requires adult supervision.

Morse Code Bracelets

These easy bracelets are a great way to share a secret message, or keep a special name/birthday with you always. […]

Very Hungry Caterpillar Necklace

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

Paper Plate Tambourines

These easy paper plate tambourines have a touch of glamour with a stained glass heart-cut out. It’s an easy Valentine’s […]

Homemade Candy Rings

These adorable rose rings are made in molds from candy melts. So cute, so easy, and tasty, too!

Peppermint Swirl Headband

Show your holiday spirit with a festive Peppermint Swirl Headband. This candy cane inspired craft is fun to make and […]

Pony Bead Christmas Tree

Pony Bead Christmas Tree Use colorful pony beads and chenille stems to make these fun and bendable Christmas trees. They […]

Pixie Dust Necklace

This super simple Pixie Dust Jar Necklace inspired by Disney’s Tinkerbell will delight youngsters who believe in the power of […]

Scrabble Necklace

Create personalized necklaces for the Scrabble fans in your life. This project is quick and easy and makes a great […]

Clothespin Necklace

This statement necklace started out as a clothespin! Learn how easy it is to make your own.

Beaded Pumpkins

This craft is for all ages. Even the little ones can help to thread beads onto a pipe cleaner to […]

Jeweled Fall Crown Tutorial

This jeweled fall crown is easy to make and costs less than 10 dollars. It’s the perfect accessory for your […]

Seed Bead Art

Use seed and small beads to create one of a kind art work. Teenagers can create pictures to hang in […]

Headband Holder

Organize headbands and other hair accessories with this simple DIY project. It’s fun to make and solves a problem that […]

Beaded Indian Corn

Use pipe cleaners and beads in vivid fall colors to make this fun Indian Corn craft. It’s very easy to […]

School Bead Necklace

Kids can help make this school-themed necklace with shrink plastic and wooden beads.

Scroll Earrings

Jewelry making is a lot of fun and the results are stunning. Teens will love making these eye-catching earrings.

Chenille Stem Flower Hair Band

Turn ordinary chenille stems (aka pipe cleaners) into an adorable hair accessory. It’s so easy to do, you’ll want one in […]

Sports Necklace

Show team spirit with this fabulous sports necklace! A fun project for teammates to make together for themselves, their moms, or a […]

Pet Rock Necklace

Whether crafting with a summer camp group or spending the day crafting with Mom, this adorable pet rock necklace should […]