Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Patriotic Table Decorations

Create a festive table for an Independence Day party or other patriotic occasion. It’s easy to do with duct tape!

Homemade Felt Flowers

There are so many uses for felt flowers, from homemade barrettes and pins and headbands to dressing up magnets, frame […]

Teddy Bear Ear Headband

Make an adorable set of teddy bear ears for a costume or everyday pretend play. It’s easy to adapt to […]

Decoden Princess Scepter

Turn a styrofoam ball and random sequins into a sparkly princess scepter that’s lots of fun! It’s the perfect accessory […]

Mini Sombrero

Mini Sombrero Decorate for Cinco de Mayo with this adorable mini sombrero. It’s a  quick and easy craft that’s simple enough for […]

Hard Boiled Snorkeler

This hard-boiled snorkeler is ready for a dip! This project is a fun and unexpected twist on traditional egg dyeing.

Cardboard Tube Moses

Turn a cardboard tube into a model of Moses! Then use your finished Moses craft during Sunday School, a Passover […]

Superhero Cuffs

Your little superhero with love accessorizing with these awesome cuffs. They’re easy to make and a fun recycling project since […]

Easter Diorama

Make these Easter dioramas by creating tiny scenes from pictures cut from magazines or postcards and assembling them in recycled […]

Colorful Chicks in Nests

Make these colorful Easter decorations using yarn, plastic Easter eggs, and a few other supplies. What a fun project for […]

Chirpy Chicks

Add some whimsy to your spring decorations with these adorable chicks. Start by making your own pom poms, then dress […]

Ladybug Fabric Scrap Magnets

These colorful little ladybug magnets are so cute! They make great gifts and are perfect for using up all those […]

Peek-A-Boo Chick

This cute little Easter chick is ready for a game of peek-a-boo! Her craft foam egg “breaks” open so that […]

Spring Flowerpot Pals

Turn tiny clay pots into charming animal pals, including a sheep, chick, and bunny! This project is so much fun […]

Leprechaun Finger Puppets

Make cute finger puppets for St. Patrick’s Day with simple crafting supplies. Make enough for every finger to put on […]

Pom Pom Critter

Create your own version of a pom pom critter. It can resemble a real animal, or come completely from your […]

Felt Love Bugs

These sweet little love bugs are filled with rice, feel soft and squishy, and fit snugly into the palm of […]

Rainbow Felt Pillow

This cute rainbow felt pillow is so colorful and happy! It’s an easy sewing project for kids.

Oatmeal Container Drum

Turn an ordinary oatmeal container into a functional drum that doubles as a snack carrier! Felt helps control the sound, […]

Glove Finger Puppets

Make adorable finger puppets using the fingers from mismatched or outgrown gloves. This is a great project for kids, with […]

Conversation Heart Soaps

Dip felt hearts into glycerin soap to make these cute Valentine’s Day soaps. Stash a few in a backpack or […]

Felt Succulents

You don’t need a green thumb to keep these plants looking great year-round! These felt succulents are easy to do […]

Valentine Foam Roses

Foam Roses Give your special valentine a gift of foam roses that will never wilt! Made from craft foam, these […]

Groundhog Play Set

Learn how to make your own groundhog — complete with shadow and burrow! Isn’t it adorable?

Holiday Felt Board

Create a winter felt board using holiday themed fabrics and felt. Kids will have lots of fun creating their own […]

Snowman Banner

Whether or not you have snow where you live, the kids will have a great time making this snowman banner. […]

Cardboard Tube Penguins

When your kids are stuck indoors on a cold winter’s day, make some penguins! This simple craft not only provides […]

Felt Christmas Tree

Create a beautiful tree ornament from circles of colorful felt. Young children will need adult help, but school age children […]

Hanukkah Magnets

This cute and glitter project is perfect for Hanukkah. Gather the kids around the table with some glitter craft foam […]

Snowman Ball Ornament

Snowman Ball Ornament Here’s an adorable snowman ornament you can make with your kids. Makes a fun homemade gift too! […]

Felt Dreidel Ornaments

Use these beautiful Hanukkah ornaments to decorate for the holidays or as gift toppers. You can even use them for […]

Thanksgiving Baby Bib and Onesie

Dress up your little one for turkey dinner with super cute (and easy!) Thanksgiving baby bib and onesie iron-on templates. […]

Cardboard Box Mailbox

Turn a recycled cardboard box into a play mailbox that’s ready to hold a lot of mail. It’s great for […]

Popcorn Box Macaw

Create a popcorn box that looks like a macaw, right down to its tasty candy-covered popcorn feathers. What fun!

Recycled Can Turkey

Recycled Can Turkey Turn an empty vegetable can into a cute turkey for Thanksgiving. Can be used to hold pens […]

Paper Cup Owl

This wise old owl starts with a paper cup. Add feathers and felt to create your own.

Vampire Bat Napkin Rings

Looking for a festive idea to decorate your Halloween table? Vampire bats napkin rings add a bit of quirky fun!

Juice Box Jack O’Lanterns

Turn empty juices boxes into cute Halloween jack-o-lanterns. They’re fun to make with so much room to be creative. 

Chestnut Pencil Toppers

These cute pencil critters are made from chestnuts, craft foam and toothpicks. There are lots of other ideas for chestnut […]

Witches’ Hats

These whimsical witches’ hats are fun for both kids and adults to make! Give it a try this October.

Glittery Foam Monsters

Make cute little monsters using foam, pom poms, and pipe cleaners. Attach magnets to the back to hang them on […]

Make Believe Salad

Does your child have a play kitchen or enjoy “cooking” along with you in the kitchen? Make a faux salad […]

No-Sew Sunflower Pillow

Sunflower Pillow This cute little sunflower pillow is so easy to make. Display it on a bed or couch, or […]

Halloween Friends

Use clay pots to make an adorable werewolf, mummy, witch, and vampire to decorate for Halloween. These festive characters are […]

Mouse Pad

This darling mouse pad actually looks like a mouse and is functional, too. Make your own!

Spoon Puppets

These fun and easy Spoon Puppets will make for hours of creative play. They’re small enough to tuck into a […]

Sparkly Frog

Use styrofoam and paint and a few other supplies to make this super cute frog. Kids will love how it […]

Foam Very Hungry Caterpillar

Turn foam balls into the beloved Very Hungry Caterpillar from the book by Eric Carle. This project makes a great decoration […]

Cork Mouse

This cute little mouse is a fun project for school age children to make. Use the suggested materials or try […]

Pipe Cleaner Play Set

Make a fun play set from craft foam and pipe cleaners. This is excellent for toddlers to work on fine motor skills, […]

World Map Felt Board

Make a felt board with all of the continents of the world! A great ay to learn about geography while […]

Backpack Monster

Backpack Monster This monster will look adorable hanging from a backpack when it’s time to head back to school. It’s […]

Paper Plate Sunflower

Paper Plate Sunflower Turn a paper plate into a pretty sunflower! This easy craft is perfect for summer or fall. […]

Sno-Cone Kendama

Make a classic kendama (ball and cup toy) with a cool sno-cone themed twist. What a fun summer activity!