Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Springtime Centerpiece

Turn a mason jar into a simple vase that works for St. Patrick’s Day or throughout spring. Add fresh flowers […]

Lenten Vigil Candle Holder

This simple craft is a great way to get your family ready for Lent. Children will have fun creating this […]

Hugs and Kisses Jar

Make an extra special gift for someone you love by personalizing it with your handprints! Parents and grandparents will love […]

Spring Vase

Decorate for spring with a festive vase to brighten the room! Start with a tall vase, some fillers, and moss […]

Polka Dot Storage Jars

Make a set of these pretty storage jars by dotting clean jars with puffy paint. It’s an easy project that […]

Football Mason Jars

Wow your guests with a bunch of football mason jars. These cute football-themed party ideas are great to use as […]

Joy Bottle Centerpieces

Turn empty bottles into a beautiful centerpiece for winter. Decorated with stickers and lace burlap ribbon, this project is a […]

Tissue Paper Collage On Glass

Here’s a wonderful technique to produce gorgeous stained glass-like pictures: do tissue paper collage on glass! This is a city […]

Helicopter Ornament

This helicopter ornament is made out of a clear glass ball, wooden spatulas/ice cream sticks, and some odds and ends […]

Football Mason Jars

Hosting a Super Bowl get-together or a sports-themed party? Serve the drinks in these clever football mason jars.

Sand-Filled Bottles

Take a bit of the beach home with you by crafting these cool sand-filled bottles. Kids will have fun making […]

Seashell Lamp

This fun project is a great way to remember a fabulous family vacation at the beach. It could also hold […]

Ladybug Bug Jar

This adorable ladybug bug jar is the perfect spring craft for kids. Not only does it give new life to […]

Jar of Joy

A gift for the teacher from all of the students. Fill a jar full of paper hearts showing your appreciation.

Mason Jar Bird Feeder

Bird watching is a wonderful hobby for all ages. Create this homemade mason jar bird feeder, then watch your feathered […]

Burlap and Doily Luminaries

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

Bottle Lamps

Bottle lamps are the perfect addition to any party or celebration. These lovely light-up bottles will make your event even […]

Snowman Ball Ornament

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

DIY Snow Globes

Create your own snow globe this winter! It’s a fun way to show off a festive scene, save travel memories, […]

Easy Snowman Ornament

This easy-to-make snowman ornament started as a baby food jar. This recycling project is lots of fun and inexpensive to […]

Fall Napkin Luminaries

Grab some festive paper napkins and use them to create fall luminaries. The decoupage technique couldn’t be easier!

Pumpkin Slime

Dress up slime so it looks like a pumpkin and you have an easy-to-make Halloween gift idea that’s lots of […]

Halloween Candy Jars

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

Printable Potion Labels

Create creepy potion bottles to decorate the house for Halloween or for a themed birthday party, such as Harry Potter. […]

Decorated Bottle

Turn empty bottles into something you’ll be proud to display using a few simple materials. It’s a fun recycling project […]

DIY Stained Glass

Have a blast indoors with this Stained Glass art. Kids of all ages will love it. If you’re not happy […]

Toyrarium

What’s a toyrarium? It’s a terrarium with toys! Kids will love putting together these fun indoor gardens.

Springtime Globe

Springtime Globe This project is a twist on the traditional snow globe. It features fabric flowers, plastic figures, and a […]

Coloring Book Jar Toppers

Turn a completed coloring page into adorable jar toppers for homemade strawberry jam. It’s a gift that anyone would love!

Jar Doll Gift

Make a gift doll out of a candlestick and a jar, filled with the recipient’s favorite items. Create one for […]

Glitter ‘Snow’ Tube

This project is a fun twist on classic snow globes. They’re easy to make with whatever colors and shapes you […]

Alcohol Ink Ornaments

Create elegant Alcohol Ink Ornaments with this easy step-by-step tutorial. Each one is different, and they’re all beautiful!

Christmas Slime Jars

These slime jars are so cute. They’re a fun and easy gift kids can make and give at Christmas.

Fluffy Santa Slime

This fluffy Santa Slime is so fun for Christmas! The adorable santa jar would make a cute gift too.

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 […]

Halloween Slime

These Halloween slime jars are so fun to make! Make them for a Halloween party or give them as non-candy […]

Zombie Mason Jars

Decorate for Halloween with these creative Zombie Mason Jars! They’re easy to do and lots of fun.

Watercolor Luminaries

Turn an empty glass jar into a pretty watercolor luminary. It’s easy to do and a great recycling project.

Pineapple Candle

Create a beautiful candle that looks (and smells!) like a pineapple. What a great gift to give to someone special!

Fruit-Inspired Mason Jars

Turn mason jars into three popular summer fruits – strawberry, pineapple, and watermelon. It’s easy to do and you can […]

Clay Pot Lighthouse

Use old clay pots to make this charming lighthouse! It’s so easy to do.

Polka Dot Bottle Vases

Don’t recycle those empty bottles just yet! With a little bit of paint, you can turn them into beautiful, polka-dotted vases.

Animal Treat Jars

Turn an empty jar and a plastic animal into a fun little container. Use it to hold treats, toys, coins […]

Tissue Paper Jars

Save tissue paper and empty glass jars to make this fun and easy craft from recycled materials. Use the jars […]

Sea Glass Planter

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