Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

New Year’s Eve Party Hats

It takes just a few minutes to turn snow cone cups into elegant, sparkling, feathered New Year’s Eve party hats. […]

Scrabble Bracelets

Create beautiful bracelets for special friends and family using Scrabble tiles. Spell out names, inspirational words, or anything else.

Tiered Skirt with Lace Ruffle

Create this easy-to-make, three-tiered gathered skirt. There’s no need to hem since it is finished with a cotton lace ruffle.

Fairy Tale Mirror

Create an enchanted, fairy tale mirror to make pretend play even more fun. Start with a hand-held mirror and faux […]

Googly Eyes Headband

Make this easy googly eyes headband. It’s a fun Halloween accessory that you can wear all month long.

Little House Piggy Bank

Use patterned papers and trims to decorate a ceramic bank to look just like a little house. Be as realistic […]

Leaf Earrings

Create beautiful earrings with colorful fall leaves. You’ll be amazed by how easy it is to do!

Magical Mermaid and Fairy Lanterns

Use baby food jars, battery-operated tea lights and fun decorations to create one-of-a-kind fairy and mermaid jars. It’s a fun […]

Marbled Switch Plate Covers

Adding colorful switch plate covers is an easy way for teens to decorate their rooms without major effort or expense. […]

Colored Glitter Pencils

Add sparkle to ordinary pencils. The transformation makes them just perfect for your young princess!

Wooden Art Ring

Learn how to make this simple art wooden ring. No two are alike!

Unicorn Slime

Help the kids make glittery slime in all their favorite colors! This sparkly unicorn slime is great fun for a party […]

Funky Summer Hat

Turn an old-fashioned straw hat and into a funky, feminine hat to wear this summer. The possibilities are endless.

Disney Princess Cups

Use vinyl to transform plastic drinking cups into your favorite Disney princesses. There are instructions for Cinderella, Snow White, Rapunzel, […]

Colorful Beaded Flip Flops

Dress up simple white flip flops by embellishing them with colorful beads. The possibilities are endless!

Spirograph Necklace

Combine two classic crafts, Spirograph and Shrinky Dinks, to make a cool necklace to wear. You won’t be able to […]

Doodle Shoes

Make these doodle shoes in just a few minutes with fabric markers! It’s such a fun way to show off […]

Hair Tie Bracelets

These stylish elastic bracelets double as hair ties. Make a bunch to give to friends!

Shrink Plastic Jewelry

Create beautiful and unique jewelry using shrink plastic. Make earrings, a pendant, a ring, a keychain, or anything else you […]

Agate Beaded Suede Cord Bracelet

This agate beaded suede cord bracelet is suitable for jewelry-making beginners. It makes a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma, a […]

Wooden Bangle Bracelets

Make these wooden summer bangle bracelets using colorful paper napkins! It’s a fun and easy way to make your own unique […]

Colorful Summer Hat

Turn a plain hat into a gorgeous accessory for summer. This easy project is great fun for a group of […]

Beauty and the Beast Party

If you love Beauty and the Beast, you’ll want to check out this great party idea! The post includes printables, patterns, […]

Simple Gathered Skirt

Learn how to make a gathered skirt with the all-important twirl factor. This is a great beginner sewing project.

Drinking Straw Bead Necklace

Make simple necklaces from colorful drinking straws. They’re a great way for young crafters to develop fine motor skills or to work […]

Glitter Hair Pins

Make glittery hairpins for yourself or as gifts to give to friends. They’re a simple and inexpensive party favor.

Frozen-Inspired Princess Dress

Make your little girl feel like a princess with this Frozen-inspired dress.  It’s fun for Halloween or everyday dress-up play.

Unicorn Horn Headband

This unicorn headband features a felt horn and ears. It’s easy to make and great for pretend play, Halloween, or […]

Clay Mandala Pendant

This pretty clay mandala pendant is fun to do and very unique. Make one and wear it with pride!

Unicorn Puppet

If you love unicorns, you’ll want to make this beautiful puppet right away. The mane and tail are made from […]

Simple Charm Bracelet

Create a simple charm bracelet in just a few minutes with this tutorial. Picking out your charms will take longer […]

Luna Lovegood Magic Wands

These dreamy, pastel, crystal-embellished magic wands are inspired by Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter. Create them for a magical birthday […]

Bugle Bead Earrings

Make funky earrings that are fun to wear with this tutorial. Follow the directions exactly, or use them as a jumping […]

Wire-Wrapped Butterfly Pendant

Make a pretty butterfly pendant using aluminum wire and turquoise beads. This project is a fun way to introduce teens to wire […]

Beaded Bracelet

Teens with some jewelry making experience will love putting together this simple bracelet. It makes a wonderful gift for someone […]

Pastel Cord Bracelet

Make a cord bracelet with pretty pastel colors by following the easy tutorial. Make extras for your friends, or pick […]

Easter Egg Pendant Necklace

Celebrate Easter with this unique beaded Easter egg pendant necklace. Use your favorite colors and styles of beads to make […]

Glass Bead Dangle Earrings

These simple earrings are a good way to introduce girls to wire-wrapping techniques. They’re easy enough for preteens and teenagers […]

Rainbow Ribbon Headband

Use ribbon scraps and a hot glue gun to whip up this bright and fun rainbow ribbon headband in just […]

Quilled Flower Necklace

Make a beautiful necklace featuring quilled flowers. It’s surprisingly easy to do and looks so pretty.

Wire-Wrapped Dangle Earrings

Teens who have some jewelry making experience will enjoy trying this simple wire work earring design. They’re easy to customize […]

Braided Headband

Create a unique and eye-catching hair accessory by braiding cords, thread and a string of pearls. It’s easy to do […]

Felt Beads Necklace

Create felt beads without a needle. This simple method uses wool roving and a glue stick!

Flower T-Shirt Rings

Create cute flower rings from an old t-shirt! It’s easy to do and a great way to give new life […]

Unicorn Gift Bag

Turn a plain white paper gift bag into this magical unicorn. It makes gift-giving even more enchanting.

Paper Bracelets

Create colorful bracelets using paper! Try newspaper, magazines, gift wrap or anything else you can dream up.

Hand Cast Jewelry Holder

Make a unique jewelry holder by making a mold of your own hand and casting it in plaster! Decorate it […]

Suede Cord and Heart Bracelets

These simple bracelets are made of suede cord and feature heart beads. They’re fun for best friends, mothers and daughters, […]

Ribbon Bow Hair Clip

This pretty hair accessory is sure to be a favorite for any little princess. Choose your ribbons, grab the glue […]