Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Scarecrow Mason Jar

Turn a mason jar into an adorable little scarecrow. Fill the jar with flavored popcorn, candies, or other fall treats […]

Sea Glass Planter

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

Pineapple Night Light

Turn a mason jar into an adorable pineapple night light. This project is easy to do and adds so much […]

Festive Decoupaged Jars

Print your own tissue paper! Then use your homemade tissue paper to make some fun decoupaged jars to hold flowers, […]

Bottle Ring Toss Game

Make a ring toss game from glass bottles and embroidery hoops.  This portable game is perfect for a picnic in the park […]

Football Mason Jars

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

Snowflake Mason Jar Vases

Decorate for winter with these pretty snowflake mason jars. Use them as vases to hold evergreen cuttings that will make […]

Waterless Snow Globes

Make your own waterless snow globes this winter. You can customize these adorable snow globes with Christmas trees and snowmen […]

Sea Glass Christmas Tree

Learn how to make a beautiful sea glass Christmas tree topped with pretty starfish ornament. It’s the perfect craft for […]

Snowman Ball Ornament

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

Glass Map Magnets

Learn how to make glass magnets featuring maps of places you’ve traveled (or dream of visiting someday). You can also […]

Painted Jars Photo Holders

Create beautiful photo holders using paint swirled in empty glass bottles. These make wonderful gifts for teachers, babysitters, coaches, or […]

Halloween Wine Glass Candle Holders

These Halloween wine glass candle holders are so much fun! Follow the directions to make the jack-o-lantern, mummy, Frankenstein, and […]

Halloween Mason Jar Lanterns

Charming monster lanterns cast a warm glow while sitting on a window sill, table, or while lining the walk right […]

Funny Faces Painted Jars

Create unique pots for plants using recycled jars. There’s so much room for creativity with this project!

Jack O’ Lantern Glasses

Make Halloween even more fun by decorating glasses with jack o lantern faces and then filling them with orange punch. […]

Fall Mason Jars

Decorate mason jars to display throughout fall. These pretty jars combine burlap and beautiful fall flowers and look great as […]

Terrarium Jar

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

Patriotic Candle Holders

Make patriotic occasions even more festive with these lovely votive candle holders. They look beautiful lit or unlit, indoors or […]

Pineapple Candle

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

Epsom Salt 4th of July Star Jars

These easy-to-make jars are perfect for July 4th or any patriotic occasion. Use them to hold utensils, straws, and other […]

Rainbow Window Hearts

This rainbow window hearts project is easy, fun and beautiful. Wherever you hang it, it’s sure to bring lots of […]

Mason Jar Leprechaun

Make a magically delicious mason jar leprechaun to make St. Patrick’s Day extra special! This cute project is so much […]

Gumball Machine Candy Dish

A terra cotta clay pot and saucer, combined with a glass bowl magically become a DIY candy dish that looks […]

Conversation Marble Magnets

Inspired by conversation hearts, these glass gem magnets are a great Valentine’s Day gift for neighbors, friends and teachers. They’re […]

Valentine Wine Glasses

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with special glasses you’ve painted yourself. It’s surprisingly easy to craft your own hand-painted glasses for Valentine’s […]

Snowflake Mason Jar Vases

Decorate for winter with beautiful snowflake mason jars. These snowflake vases with a chalk paint finish look great as a […]

Chinese Lanterns

A lantern festival marks the end of the Chinese New Year. You can celebrate with your own Chinese lanterns made […]

Snowman Hot Cocoa Gift

This Snowman Hot Cocoa Gift is perfect for teachers, family, or friends. Kids will have so much fun making it.

Superhero Jar Toy Storage

Most kids would love a set of colorful superhero jars to organize their toys. These are inexpensive, fun to make, […]

Felt Turkey Votive

These cute felt turkey votive holders are so festive and brighten up the Thanksgiving table. You can put one of […]

Diamond Art Joy Ornament

If you haven’t tried Diamond Art on a variety of surfaces, you’ll be amazed by how easy it is to […]

Shredded Money Ornament

If you want a thoughtful way to give cash as a Christmas gift, look no further than this festive ornament. […]

Acorn Dish Toppers

Turn cardboard into the cutest acorn dish toppers! These make wonderful decorations (or gifts) for fall.

Glitter Owl Ornament

Transform a clear glass ornament into an adorable, glittery owl that will look great on your tree. This would make […]

Leafy Luminaries

Head out on a nature hike and collect some leaves. Then create these pretty jars that light up the night […]

Mason Jar Football Centerpiece

These easy-to-make centerpieces are perfect for a sports-themed birthday, the kids’ football team banquet, or for the party you’re having […]

Candy Corn Bottle Vases

These fun candy corn inspired vases make a pretty decoration during the Halloween holiday season. They’re great for holding fall […]

Halloween Luminaries

These Halloween luminaries are easy to make, full of color and look great all lined up along your driveway. Give […]

Halloween Terrarium

Put together a ghostly Halloween terrarium using inexpensive decorations along with rocks, moss, and other items from the garden. This […]

Sunflower Mason Jar Centerpieces

Fill mason jar centerpieces with fresh sunflowers for a beautiful summer or fall celebration. These pretty jars are decorated with […]

Mason Jar Solar Light

If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to dress up your outdoor space, make some mason jar solar […]

Mason Jar Photo Frame

Learn how to use frosted glass paint to give new mason jars a vintage look. Then use them as unique […]

Beach Terrarium

Capture relaxation in a jar with this simple beach terrarium idea using beach finds and a repurposed glass jar. The […]

Mason Jar Wind Chime

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

Solar System Snow Globe

Snow globes aren’t just for Christmas! Use polymer clay and an old jar to create globes with themes that you […]

Candy Bouquet Gift

Show that special teacher just how much you care with this cute and tasty Candy Bouquet.  It also makes a […]

Stenciled Votives

Use self-adhesive letters, spray paint and sealant to make these pretty stenciled votives. Spell out a name, sentiment, season, or […]

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 […]