Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Craft Stick Scarecrows

Use craft sticks, fabric and felt to create these fun and whimsical scarecrows. Use them for a puppet show or […]

Painted Rock Garden Markers

Rocks and outdoor paint is all you will need to create these colorful garden markers that withstand the elements. They […]

Plastic Lid ladybugs

Use plastic milk jugs and paint to make these adorable little ladybugs. It’s a great way to use a material […]

Pop Bottle Wind Spinner

Put kids to work recycling those old empty soda bottles and turning them into fun wind toys. They’re so pretty […]

Daisy Painted Rocks

These beautiful daisy painted rocks are surprisingly easy to make. They look so pretty in the garden.

Ladybug Painted Rocks

Paint rocks to turn them into the cutest ladybugs you’ve ever seen! The tutorial includes instructions for weatherproofing your ladybugs […]

Duct Tape Twirling Bee

Make a whimsical twirling bee using duct tape ‘fabric.’ Learn how easy it is to make your own twirling bee […]

Terra Cotta Wind Chimes

Turn terra cotta pots into fabulous wind chimes for the garden. The strings of beads look like flowing water!

Denim & Fabric Scrap Pots

Use decoupage medium to apply small bits of fabric to these adorable denim ringed pots. Great for Mother’s Day or […]

Plantable Seed Paper

Make your own paper embedded with seeds, which can be planted right in the ground to grow beautiful flowers or […]

Pinecone Owls

These adorable little pinecone owls are a fun fall nature craft that kids will love. Great for their room or […]

Xylophone Windchime

  Turn a child’s xylophone into an awesome windchime. Bright colors and beautiful tones make this a nice gift for […]

Sea Glass Planter

Use sea glass that you’ve gathered or bought to make a pretty planter. It makes a wonderful gift for a […]

Succulent Pumpkin

Create your own beautiful and natural succulent pumpkin decor for fall. It’s an elegant decoration and makes a wonderful gift. 

Clothespin Sunflower

Make a fun sunflower using clothespins, a paint stir stick, a jar lid, and sunflower seeds. This is a neat […]

Easy Garden Cupcakes

Here’s a tutorial for a seriously simple and adorable spring/garden cupcake. It features vintage seed packet cupcake toppers and delicious […]

Paper Cup Terrarium

Make mini terrariums using paper and plastic cups. This project is a fun and pretty way to grow plants from […]

Bottle Birdfeeder

Make a simple bird feeder from an empty water bottle. Your feathered friends will love it!

Butterfly Footprint Flower Pot

Make an adorable personalized flowerpot that is both easy and inexpensive to make. Consider making one each year on increasingly […]

Plantable Paper for Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day by making homemade paper with flower seeds embedded in it. It’s a great project where the whole […]

House Number Planter

Pretty flowers and greenery in stenciled tin buckets make this house number planter the most unique one in the neighborhood! It’s […]

Carrot Patch Easter Treat

It doesn’t take a green thumb to grow this adorable carrot patch! It’s a fun addition to any Easter egg […]

Clay Leaf Windchime

Gather some leaves from the backyard and then roll out some clay to make this beautiful project. It’s such a […]

Autumn Angel

Make this sweet autumn angel (or fairy!) with your child this afternoon. You can preserve real leaves or purchase silk […]

Bowling Ball Ladybugs

Turn old bowling balls into bright ladybugs for the backyard. Make one, or craft an entire ladybug family using retired […]

Clay Pot Toadstools

Create whimsical clay pot toadstools to decorate the garden. They add such a fun touch to the yard and are […]

Clothespin Bug Magnets

Use clothespins to create fun magnets for your fridge or a locker. Instructions for a bumblebee and a grasshopper are […]

Faux Mosaic Flower Pot

Create your own beautiful flower pots using a super easy faux mosaic technique. Everyone from toddlers to teens will enjoy […]

Terrarium Jar

Grow your own mini garden in a jar! Kids will learn how to plant and take care of a garden […]

Beaded Garden Sparkler

The colorful beads of this garden sparkler dance with the sun. It sparkles and shines, and is the perfect adornment […]

Wheelbarrow Fairy Garden

Building a fairy garden in an old wheelbarrow is simple and so much fun! You can transport this miniature magical […]

Rainbow Button Wind Chime

Turn a rainbow of colorful buttons and recycled lids into this beautiful wind chime. It’s perfect for the garden, the […]

Grass Caterpillar

Grow a fuzzy grass caterpillar in your garden! This is a wonderful project to introduce kids to the joys of […]

Flower Pot Cupcakes

Make adorable and edible flower pot cupcakes using Fruit Roll Ups! These tasty garden treats would be perfect for a […]

Hairy Friends

Turn an empty container into a cute person whose hair really grows. This gardening project is fun for kids of […]

Giant Sunflower

Transform an empty oatmeal container into a huge sunflower! The results are stunning. This is a great project for summer […]

Mason Jar Wind Chime

Create a beautiful mason jar wind chime using colorful strung glass beads. Hang it in the yard, then enjoy the […]

Garden Stepping Stones

  The whole family can work together on this project to create memories that will last for years to come. […]

Drip Paint Pots

Use your favorite colors to create a one-of-a-kind clay pot. Add a plant and it makes a wonderful gift.

Pressed Flower Tea Light

Learn how to press real flowers to preserve them for crafts. Then use your pressed flowers to make something beautiful, […]

Colorful Wind Chimes

Terra cotta pot wind chimes play beautiful music as they blow in the breeze. This easy project is done with […]

Little Grass House

Using sponges and grass seed, grow a cool grass hut with very little work. It’s the perfect way to introduce […]

Fish Wind Chime

Turn painted plastic eggs and a plastic soda bottle into a cute fish-shaped wind chime.  It’s inexpensive, fun, and a […]

Mini Flower Pots

These cute mini flower pots are so easy to make. With just a few simple materials, these peat pot planters […]

Herb Garden Cupcakes

This is one herb garden you’ll want to eat all the way down to the “dirt”! These adorable cupcakes are […]

Rock Dominoes

Next time your kids go on a nature walk, have them collect small flat stones. Paint the rocks to look […]

Plastic Bottle Planter

Turn a plastic bottle into a cool hanging garden. It’s very inexpensive way and you can hang your completed garden […]

A Cup of Spring

Are the kids getting antsy waiting for the warm weather to arrive? Keep them busy with this project that brings […]

Peekaboo Garden

This interactive peekaboo garden is fun to make and is a great opportunity for learning, too. Tie it in with […]

Carrots in Dirt

As spring arrives, “plant” some carrot cookies right in the kitchen! Don’t forget to leave a few for the Easter […]

Garden Hose Wreath

Turn a garden hose into a lovely spring wreath! It’s simple and quick and a great way to upcycle a […]

DIY Herb Pot

Turn an empty can, some burlap, ribbon and glue into a rustic planter in no time. Give your plants a […]