Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Newspaper Hat

It’s easy and inexpensive to make your own hat using newspaper. Decorate it with paint, ribbon, faux flowers, pipe cleaners, […]

Ponytail Ribbons

Add some sparkle to a plain jane ponytail using ribbons from your craft closet! Simple instructions to follow. Make adorable […]

Crochet Sandals

Grab some yarn and make comfy light crochet sandals. They are perfect for warm days when you would rather not […]

Pink Fuzzy Slipper Cookies

Make your own adorable Pink Fuzzy Slipper Cookies! They start with Nutter Butter cookies, then are topped with peanut butter […]

Beaded Flower Choker Necklace

Make a unique and colorful beaded flower necklace that you’ll love to show off. Once you learn how to make […]

Diamond Dotz Flower Necklace

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

Silhoutte Charms Bracelet

Create a bracelet that Mom or Grandma will cherish forever, as it features the silhouette charms of her family. It’s […]

Chocolate Chip Barrette

There aren’t any calories in these sweet chocolate chip cookie barrettes! They’re a fun way to show your love of […]

Butterfly Wing Book Bag

Add butterfly wings to a book bag or backpack to make it extra special and totally unique. Any little princess […]

Strawberry Shortcake Outfit

This adorable strawberry shortcake outfit is easy to make with basic sewing skills. Follow the step-by-step instructions for a fun […]

Magazine Fashion Paper Dolls

Use catalogs, ads, and old magazines to create paper doll clothes. This gives a new fashion sense to playing with […]

Beaded Star Wand

This beaded star wand takes awhile to make, but it’s worth it! The finished wand is so pretty. Use it […]

Paper Bead Bracelets

Learn how fun and easy it is to make Paper Bead Jewelry, including bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. Girls will love […]

Beaded T-Shirt Headbands

Don’t throw out those old t-shirts! With a pair or scissors and a handful of beads you can create your […]

Pretty Beaded Bracelet

Try making a bracelet with glass beads and pearl beads. It’s easy to customize with your favorite colors.

Pearl Flower Necklace

Learn how to design a necklace featuring clever flower shapes made with glass beads and pearls. This project is best […]

Beaded Wave Bracelet

It takes patience to finish this charming wavy bracelet, making it a great activity for teens to do over the […]

Minnie Mouse Necklaces

These sweet Minnie necklaces are inspired by the Minnie headbands we love to wear at theme parks. Personalize your necklace […]

Cookie Purses

Make three different cookie purses using store-bought ingredients. These adorable edibles are lots of fun for a birthday party, a […]

Bendable Fabric Flower

Make a colorful, bendable flower using scrap pieces of fabric and pipe cleaners. This is a great spring project, perfect […]

Kitty Headband

Turn chenille stems and lace into a cute kitty headband for little girls to wear. It’s fun for dress-up play or […]

Blue Jean Bag

Turn old jeans into a fabulous purse or tote to hold all your stuff. This is a great project for […]

Pretty in Pink Pancakes

Pancake art is so much fun! These pretty-in-pink pancakes would make any morning extra special.

Animal Hair Clips

Make these sweet animal hair clips for your little girl. These fun barrettes can be customized with your favorite colors […]

Cardboard Fashion Rings

These cute, fashionable rings are made from recycled cardboard and fabric. Girls will have so much fun stretching their creativity […]

Diamond Art Monogram Necklace

Create a sparkly monogram necklace in just minutes using Diamond Art. It’s a very easy project that is beginner-friendly.

Book Folding Fairy House

Turn a damaged paperback book into a work of art. This beautiful fairy house is made with a folding technique, […]

Princess Cupcakes

These cupcakes proudly display the tall hat and flowing ribbons of a fairy-tale princess. This is a project any princess […]

Cute Bear Hair Clip

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

Paper Plate Handbags

This paper plate purse is the ultimate preschool accessory! Customize yours with your favorite colors and decorations.

Colored Pencil Jewelry

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

Felt Phone Case

Use felt to make the cutest phone case! This stylish project is great for teens and no sewing experience is […]

Infinity Scarf

You’ll love this super-simple infinity scarf. It’s inexpensive, easy to assemble and makes a great gift!

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 […]

Realistic Duct Tape Roses

Learn how to make beautiful roses that look real from duct tape and pipe cleaners! Unlike the real thing, these […]

Christmas Snowman Hairclip

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

Fluffy Crochet Earphone Sleeve

Make fluffy covers for your earphone wires using crochet. This easy project is perfect for teens and requires no needlework […]

Pine Cone Winter Fairies

Head out on a nature hike to collect pinecones and acorns, then turn them into beautiful winter fairies. They look […]

Sparkly Unicorn Wall Art

Create unicorn wall art that sparkles and shines. Personalize it with glittered letter stickers.

Footprint Unicorn

Footprint art is so much fun and a great way to preserve the size of your child’s foot. Make this […]

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!

Bat Necklace

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

T-Shirt Headband

Turn your old t-shirt into your new favorite headband. This easy sewing project is a great way to give new […]

Tutu Cupcakes

Make adorable tutu cupcakes using Nutter Butter cookies and white (or pink!) frosting. They’re perfect for a princess-themed party, a ballet recital, […]

Treble Clef Ring

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

RIbbon Barrettes

Remember the ribbon barrettes girls made in the early 1980’s? They’re just as fun and fashionable today as they were […]

Princess Pedestal Cookies

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

Foil Pendants

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

Simple Gathered Skirt

This simple gathered skirt is an easy beginner sewing project. Make your own with your favorite fabric.

Handprint Ballerina

Preserve your little ballerina’s petite handprints forever with this beautiful handprint project. This would also make a wonderful gift for […]