Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Heart Earrings

These pretty glass bead heart earrings are easy enough wire-wrapping beginners to try. They make a wonderful gift.

Beaded Felt Flower Pin

Felt, buttons, and beads come together to make a pretty flower pin you can wear. It also makes a pretty […]

Felt Carnation Flower Bouquet

This lovely bouquet of felt flowers makes a wonderful gift for mom, grandma or a special teacher. Best of all, […]

Chenille Stem Dragonflies

Grab some colorful chenille stems to use to make cute dragonflies. Believe it or not, they start with disposable chopsticks!

Bird Nest Pendant

Make an adorable bird nest pendant using wire and beads. It is best for teens with some jewelry making experience.

Paper Bracelet

A bracelet made of paper? Yes! Give it a try. It’s easy and inexpensive to do.

Beaded Dream Catcher

This stunning dream catcher is a much more difficult than the ones made with yarn, but the results are worth it. […]

Beaded Owl

Create a beautiful beaded owl. It makes a wonderful keychain, zipper pull, pendant or ornament.

Beaded Pen Holder

This unique pencil holder is beaded with tiger tail wire – no glue! Once you learn the technique, it’s fairly […]

Birthstone-Inspired Pendants

These birthstone-inspired pendants are so easy to make. Wear them as jewelry, turn them into keychains, or attach them to […]

Leaf Earrings

Turn 2-hole seed beads into pretty leaf earrings that are fun to wear. This project is best for girls with […]

Miniature Beaded Basket

This darling beaded basket couldn’t be cuter! It’s best for a crafter with some beading experience.

Beaded Anchor Keychain

This anchor keychain makes a fun gift for Dad, Grandpa or other men in your life. It also works well as […]

Japanese Flower Hair Comb

Turn satin ribbons into beautiful flower decorations for hair combs. Girls of all ages will enjoy wearing them.

Ribbon Strawberry Brooch

Turn a ribbon into a cute strawberry brooch. It’s inexpensive, easy to do, and only takes a few minutes.

Quilled Flower Necklace

Make a lovely necklace featuring colorful quilled flowers. This project is simple enough for crafters who are new to both […]

Braided Butterfly Bracelet

This pretty braided butterfly bracelet is fun to make and looks so cute. Best of all, it isn’t all that […]

Ribbon Flower Hair Clips

Turn a wide ribbon into a beautiful flower hair clip. It is not that difficult as you might think!

Quilled Flower Necklace

Believe it or not, this necklace is easy to make and sturdy enough to wear. Follow the instructions to learn how […]

Greek Kompoloi (Worry Beads)

These strings of clay beads are used by the Greeks for relaxation, to pass the time, and to guard against bad luck. They’re […]

Dressy Ribbon Headband

It’s actually quite easy and inexpensive to make a beautiful headband that looks expensive. Wear yours on Easter Sunday or […]

Martis Bracelet

These traditional Greek bracelets are made on March 1st (“Martis”=March) to protect children from the spring sun. They are worn until […]

Fish Pendant

With some basic wire-wrapping skills, teens can turn beads and wire into a fabulous fish pendant to wear on a […]

Wire-Wrapped Snail Bookmarks

Make darling snail bookmarks to keep or give as gifts. They’re a great way to learn the basic skills for […]

Felt Flower Bouquets

Make pretty flower bouquets from felt, buttons and wooden flower beads to keep for yourself or give to someone special. […]

Easy Bead Drop Earrings

Making your own drop earrings is surprisingly easy. Choose your favorite beads, thread them on a headpin and they’ll be […]

Easy Wire-Wrapped Drop Earrings

If you’re new to jewelry making, try these simple wire-wrapped drop earrings. They’re a great way to learn the basics […]

Quilled Flower

Make a beautiful flower from strips of quilling paper. It’s easy to do and makes a lovely gift topper, ornament, […]

Color Me Happy Heart Pendant

Use markers to color air dry clay, then roll it out and cut with a cookie cutter. When it’s dry, embellish […]

Braided Keychain Character

Make a keychain character using beaded cord. It’s easy to learn how and lots of fun to get creative with your […]

Wire Heart Necklace

This simple, inexpensive wire jewelry project is great for beginners because it only requires a few inches of wire and […]

Quilled Fish

If you haven’t tried quilling, this fun fish is the perfect way to start! Turn the finished fish into a […]

Wire-Wrapped Cat Ring

These darling wire-wrapped cat rings are so much fun to make! Wear them as jewelry, use them as napkin rings, […]

Grosgrain Ribbon Rosettes

Use colorful grosgrain ribbon to make a beautiful bouquet of rosettes. It’s a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day or any […]

Pink Flower Headband

Create a pretty flower headband to wear. Follow the tutorial exactly or change the ribbon and bead color to your […]

Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet

Gather some ribbon, a variety of rhinestones, and a hot glue gun and you can make your own rhinestone cuff […]

Easy Wire-Wrapped Heart Earrings

These heart-shaped earrings are fun for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any time. They’re easy to make and inexpensive, too.

Quilled Paper Pendent Necklace

Make an eye-catching necklace out of strips of quilling paper. This easy pendent is a great choice for beginners to […]

Candy Crush Color Bomb Ring

Candy Crush fans will love this fabulous Color Bomb Ring! It also makes a fun keychain, zipper pull or decoration […]

Ribbon Flower Brooch

Turn ribbon and a few beads into a stunning flower brooch. This would make a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma […]

Snow White Ribbon Headband

Turn ribbon into a darling Snow White princess on a headband. This hair accessory is lots of fun for girls […]

Heart Earrings

Make heart earrings for Mom, Grandma, a sister or another special girl in your life. Or make just one and […]

Quilled Heart Pendant Necklace

Create a beautiful quilled heart pendant necklace for someone special. It makes a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or […]

Suede Cord Braided Necklace

Follow the steps to make a pretty braided necklace from suede cord. It’s easy to do and a fun project […]

Beaded Hearts

Make these fun and festive Beaded Hearts for Valentine’s Day. They’re so easy and are great for developing fine motor […]

Dangling Heart Earrings

These pretty heart earrings are a fun project for jewelry-making beginners. They are easy to make, but use headpins and […]

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 […]

Wire-Wrapped Bangle Bracelet

Make an eye-catching, colorful, wire-wrapped bangle bracelet. Or use metallics for a more subtle look. It’s easy to do!

Ribbon Heart

Make a pretty ribbon heart for someone you love. Add a pin or barrette to the back to turn it […]

Pearl Earrings and Necklace

Make this lovely pearl pendant necklace and earring set for yourself or to give as a gift. Even a jewelry-making […]

Beaded Snowflake Hair Comb

This beaded snowflake hair comb takes some time and some jewelry-making experience, but the results are worth it! This beautiful […]

Beaded Heart Pendant Necklace

This lovely beaded necklace is easy to make with lots of room for creativity. It’s a wonderful gift for Valentine’s […]

Beaded Star Bracelet

Create a pretty bracelet featuring your favorite colors. Or, use the birthstones of all your siblings to create a personalized bracelet […]

Glitter Hair Clips

Create glittery hair accessories to wear with your favorite outfits. While you’re at it, make lots of extras because they […]