Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Lucky Shamrock Shoes

Lucky green shamrock shoes…perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! In just a few simple steps you can turn white canvas shoes […]

Valentine’s Day Heart Wreath

This pretty Valentine’s Day wreath is a great craft for the beginner sewer. Use colorful fabric squares and a few […]

Pocket Heart Pillow

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by sewing up one of these adorable stuffed heart pillows with your kids! The project is easy […]

Upcycled Sweatshirt Neck Pillow

Turn an outgrown sweatshirt into a super comfortable neck pillow that “hugs” you! This is an easy sewing project and […]

Fabric Flower Hair Ties

Make a bunch of cute hair ties in no time with these easy and speedy DIY hair ties. They’re perfect […]

Paper Plate Snowman

Paper Plate Snowman Make a jumbo snowman for your front door or a smaller one for your room. Either way […]

Doily Tea Light Holder

Turn doilies into beautiful tea light holders. This craft takes just minutes and is easy enough for anyone to do.

Fabric Scrap Heart Garland

Create a gorgeous heart garland using scrap fabrics. It’s an easy sewing project that looks beautiful when it’s on display

Burlap and Doily Luminaries

Create gorgeous luminaries using burlap and doilies. Follow the steps exactly, or experiment with different ribbons, buttons, twine, and fabrics […]

Watercolor Wand

This watercolor ribbon wand is a fun for wintertime pretend play, but equally fabulous for a Frozen birthday party. Your […]

Wooden Christmas Tree

Use wood and fabric to create a unconventional Christmas tree to display this season. It’s a fun alternative (or supplement) […]

Easy Doll Diapers

Use the pattern to create fleece and velcro diapers that will fit standard sized dollies. Young ones will love being […]

Reindeer Hooded Towel

Get the pattern and learn how to make this adorable Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer hooded towel for your little […]

Carpet Golf

Now the kids can play mini golf all year ‘round! Using items from around the house, create a fun course […]

Fabric Covered Frame

Learn how to cover a plain frame with leftover fabric to show off a photo from a special occasion. Make […]

How to Sew a Drawstring Bag

Even if you don’t know how to sew, you can make this drawstring bag. Pick your fabric and follow the […]

Monster Jeans Patch

This is the most fun way I’ve ever seen to patch a hole in your child’s jeans! Who wouldn’t love […]

Mummy Costumes

Mummy costumes are a classic choice for Halloween, and for good reason. They work equally well for boys and girls […]

Halloween Candy Jars

Create a festive Halloween jar that’s fun to display or give as a gift. It starts with an empty jar […]

Door Frame Puppet Theater

Make a puppet theater to hang in the door frame. This craft is sure to inspire a lot of creative […]

Headband Holder

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

Cardboard Tube Princess Crown

Make the little girl in your life feel just like a star with an adorable cardboard tube princess crown! It’s […]

Stuffed Dog Bone

Make a stuffed dog bone for your favorite stuffed canine. This simple project is easy enough for sewing novices to […]

Fabric Ribbon

Turn fabric scraps into gorgeous fabric ribbon to wrap the most beautiful gifts. Click to find out how!

Recycled Storage Containers

Turn empty cans into handy storage containers to hold paintbrushes and markers, makeup, office supplies, or whatever else you need […]

Duct Tape Coin Pouch

Make a duct tape coin pouch or purse in about an hour. Kids can use it to carry their money or […]

Ruffled Ice Cream Cones

Decorate for your next party with these beautiful ruffled ice cream cones. They are surprisingly easy to make and even […]

Monster Tooth Pillow

This adorable monster is ready to gobble up your tooth and spit out some money in return! Boys will especially […]

Mermaid Sequin Fabric Notebook

Transform a plain notebook with just a bit of that mesmerizing reversible sequin mermaid fabric. Fabulous, fashionable, and so much […]

Frog Baseball Hat

Turn a green baseball hat into an adorable frog that kids will love to wear. It’s easy to do!

Washcloth Bunny and Chick

Decorate for Easter with these adorable washcloth bunnies and chicks. They’re fun to create and make a great gift, also.

Recycled Can Spring Vase

Turn an empty can into a cute spring vase, filled with flowers! This project is very easy and kid friendly, […]

Glittery Lace Crown

Make the little girls in your life happy with this glittery, sparkly lace crown tutorial. It’s a must-have for a […]

No Sew Fabric Party Hat

Make this darling, no-sew, fabric-covered birthday party hat to match any party theme. Or adapt it for a princess, witch, […]

No-Sew Heart Pillow

Turn two bandanas into a no-sew pillow that is easy to make and perfect for cuddling. It makes a fun […]

Valentine’s Day Pillows

Create a one-of-a-kind Valentine present for your loved ones. A personalized pillows is easy to make and something a parent, […]

Handprint Heart Canvas

This beautiful canvas features the little hands that Grandma loves so very much. It’s a gift she’ll treasure forever!

No-Sew Snowman Pillow

These adorable snowman pillows are made out of polar fleece, felt, buttons, and poly fill… with no sewing required. What […]

Christmas Tree Napkin Folding

Follow the steps to turn a plain napkin into a folded Christmas tree. It only takes a few minutes and adds such […]

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.

Reversible Library Bag

Be ready for the next trip to the library with this reversible library bag. It’s made from two fat quarters, […]

Fish Pillow

This adorable fish pillow is an easy project for sewing novices to tackle. Use your creativity when choosing the body […]

Bandana Wreath

This Bandana Wreath is so simple to make. Read the tutorial to learn the secret to prevent the bandanas from drooping.

Summer Boho Chic Tote Bag

Make this cute boho chic tote bag this summer. It’s easy to do and you can customize it however you […]

Funky Summer Hat

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

Hula Hoop Gnome Home

This Gnome Home is large enough for kids to play inside! When your gnome is done, the fabric top slips […]

Woven Jean Seam Coaster

Recycle old jeans to make this pretty coaster. It’s a nice, inexpensive gift to give to a friend or relative.

Drawstring Bag

Make your own drawstring bags to use for storage, travel, and gifts. It’s a fun project that is suitable for […]

Seashell Beach Art

Make this heart design with shells collected during a beach visit. It’s a wonderful way to remember a special trip.

Shooting Star Pinwheel

Use glittered cardstock and tulle to make a fun shooting star pinwheel. What a fun craft for summer!

Turmeric-Dyed T-Shirt

Turmeric creates a brilliant yellow. Use it as an all-natural colorant to make your own custom tie-dye shirt.