Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Water Balloon Earrings

It literally takes just a minute to make these unique water balloon earrings. They’re great fun for any summer celebration!

Sparkly Sea Shell Phone Case

Create a one-of-a-kind phone case that is sure to command a lot of attention. Decoden is easy to do and so much […]

Colorful Cone Earrings

These festive earrings are made from strips of paper, then decorated with pearls. They look like little party hats and […]

Resin Flower Headband

If you have a glue gun and a little bit of time, you can make your own headband featuring resin […]

Braided Ribbon Bracelets

These pretty ribbon are easy to make with your favorite colors of ribbons. They’re a more sophisticated twist on friendship […]

Beach-Inspired Anklet

Create a colorful anklet to wear this summer using shaped beads. This project is easy to do and doesn’t take […]

Watermelon Scarf

Create a no-sew watermelon scarf! It’s so much fun to wear on a breezy summer evening.

Butterfly Friendship Bracelet

If you’ve mastered a wide variety of friendship bracelets and are ready to take it to the next level, this […]

Shibori-Inspired Ribbon Necklace

This beautiful shibori-inspired necklace is made of ribbon, beads and glue. It looks much more difficult to make than it […]

Fabric Bracelets

Use strips of gauze, paint and glue to create these one-of-a-kind fabric bracelets. They are so pretty and make a […]

Easy Multi-Layer Bracelet

This multi-layer bracelet is very quick and easy to make. No jewelry-making tools or experience needed!

Braided Pearl Bracelet

This pearl bracelet is a fun project for kids who are ready to move beyond friendship bracelets. Make it exactly […]

Wire-Wrapped Moon Earrings

These nifty moon earrings are easy enough for jewelry-making beginners to try. It’s a fun project to do during a […]

Dragonfly Hair Clip

Turn grosgrain ribbon and glass beads into a pretty dragonfly hair accessory. This project is best for adults or teens […]

Rhombus-Shaped Earrings

These rhombus-shaped earrings are easy to make and a good choice for teens who are new to wire wrapping. They’re fun […]

Pearl Flower Bracelet

Make a simple and elegant bracelet for a special occasion. This project is best for teenagers.

Easy Thread-Wrapped Wire Ring

If your wrists can’t hold any more friendship bracelets, it’s time to start making friendship rings! These aluminum wire rings feature […]

Bow and Arrow Brooch

This fabulous bow and arrow is made using wire-wrapping techniques. It’s a great project for teens who are fans of the […]

Fairy Jar Night Light

This pretty Fairy Jar is easy to make and lasts for months or years. Just periodically replace the battery-operated tea lights. Make […]

Safety Pin Bracelet

This beaded safety pin bracelet couldn’t be easier! Just fill each safety pin with your favorite bead colors, then join them […]

Wire Cat Necklace

Make a cute cat necklace out of nothing but wire! It’s an inexpensive and easy way to start making jewelry.

Beaded Friendship Bracelet

This friendship bracelet looks much more complicated than the standard version, but it isn’t that much more difficult. If you […]

Clay Bracelet

Create a simple, yet beautiful, bracelet with air dry clay. It’s so easy to do and lots of fun for a […]

Ribbon Wands

These beautiful ribbon wands make wonderful party favors. They’re also fun for parades, dress-up play and so much more.

No-Sew Mini Me Doll

Make this easy no-sew Mini Me Doll in less than an hour. The tutorial includes instructions for sewing if you […]

Wooden Jewelry Box

Turn a pre-made wooden container into a unique and practical jewelry box that is perfect for holding earrings. All it takes […]

Doll Crib Makeover

Give an old doll crib new life by repainting, adding new fabric and personalizing it. It will provide hours of […]

Plastic Bag Earrings

This unique pair of earrings is made from a plastic bag! What a fun way to reuse something that would otherwise […]

Easy Braided Bracelet

Create an easy braided bracelet using beads and 6 strands of waxed cord. It doesn’t take long and is easy […]

Wire-Wrapped Bangle Bracelet

Make a fun wire-wrapped bangle bracelet that is just your style. It’s easy to do and requires no special skill or […]

Real Flower Earrings

Turn real flowers into beautiful earrings that you’ll love to wear. The secret is laminating them!

Button Necklace

Create a pretty necklace using your favorite buttons. It’s easy to do, comfortable to wear, and quite sturdy.

Pearl Headband with Felt Flower

Make a very feminine headband featuring pearls and a felt flower. It’s easy to make and less expensive than store-bought […]

Leather Cord Bracelet

This cool bracelet looks complicated, but is really quite easy. If you can tie a knot, you can make this […]

Ocean-Inspired Earrings

Make beautiful earrings inspired by the ocean. You can even incorporate shells, rocks and other treasures from your own beachcombing.

Washi Tape Cabochon Bracelet

Make beautiful glass cabochons using your favorite colors of washi tape! Then use those cabochons and some beads to make […]

Love Pendant

This beginner project is perfect for someone just learning to metal stamp. The finished piece makes a wonderful gift for a […]

Ribbon Headband

Use ribbon to make this beautiful hair accessory. Although it is too difficult for young girls to make themselves, they […]

Flower Pendant Necklace

Use 2-hole seed beads to create a lovely flower pendant. Use different colors to make flowers to fit each season!

Tie Dye T-Shirt Headbands

Tie-dye t-shirts white that are stained or have gotten too small, then turn them into a fun braided headband. If […]

Marbled Nail Polish Mugs

Create pretty, one-of-a-kind marbled mugs using nail polish! Each one is completely different.  

Ribbon Flower Hairpin

Use ribbon and beads to make a pretty flower hairpin. This hair accessory takes a little time, but isn’t too […]

Flower Bracelet

Use 2-hole seed beads to make a pretty flower bracelet. This project is best for teens with plenty of jewelry […]

Glass Bead Earrings

These glass bead earrings are so pretty and not too difficult to make. Once you learn how, make more for […]

Leaf Hair Comb

This leaf comb is put together using hot glue and a little bit of hand sewing. No jewelry-making experience or […]

Pearl Tree Necklace

Turn wire and beads into a beautiful tree pendant to wear as a necklace. Change out the color of beads […]

Cork Dolls

It’s easy to turn corks and scraps of fabric into cute little dolls! Each one has its own personality.

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 […]