Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Sturdy Rock Paper Weights

Charming rock bugs with keep a watchful eye over your important papers. An easy craft that sends the kids on […]

Red Seashell Crab

This adorable crab is made from seashells! It’s a great way to use some of those shells you find on […]

Bug Village

A fun project using materials from your back yard. Gather acorns, twigs and stones and make this great nature craft.

Personalized Seashell

  Personalized Seashell Here’s a great way for kids to save their treasures from the beach all in one place! […]

Daisy Painted Rocks

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

Sand Cast Starfish

Bring the beach home with this fun sand cast starfish project. Be sure to read the sand casting cleanup tips […]

Springtime Globe

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

Strawberry Necklace

Have the kids paint a walnut to make this faux strawberry necklace they can wear.

Clothespin Bug Magnets

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

Eggshell Family

Turn eggshells into planters representing the whole family. What a great project to do together in the spring or any […]

Eggshell Mini Garden

An eggshell mini garden is a great project that kids can do to welcome spring and celebrate Easter. The tutorial […]

Sun Print Thank You Card

Explore the science behind sun prints, then turn your prints into thoughtful cards. It’s so easy and really fun!

Garden Bug Puppets

Who wouldn’t welcome these friendly bugs into their yard? Crafted on garden gloves, kids can slip them on and buzz […]

Pine Cone Hedgehog

Teaching kids to mold and create with polymer clay is a great activity, especially for a rainy afternoon. This adorable […]

Painted Rock Snowflakes

Embrace the beauty of winter with these pretty painted rock snowflakes. Display them on the mantel, as part of a […]

Painted Acorns

Painting acorns is such an easy craft, and so much fun to do with kids. Use them as a fall […]

Thankful Tree

Show the kids what they have to be thankful for this year with this Thankful Tree! It’s a wonderful project […]

Woodland Wreath

Create an adorable Woodland Wreath, with materials from the forest. It’s a wonderful activity to pair with a nature walk.

Skull Rocks

Painted rocks are all the rage and these friendly skulls are perfect for Halloween. It’s an easy craft to do […]

Sewn Leaf

Practice stitching skills by using a leaf! The results are beautiful and it’s a great way to relax.

Sunflower Garland

This beautiful sunflower garland is made from inexpensive silk flowers and a found stick. It’s easy to make, bright, happy […]

Black Cat Pumpkins

Want to avoid the mess and hassle of carving pumpkins, but still want some fun decorations for Halloween? Try painting pumpkins instead […]

Colorful Painted Squash

Use acrylic paint to create a colorful accent for the harvest table using a squash or other fall vegetable. It’s […]

Painted Rock Pumpkins

Turn rocks into jack ‘o lanterns with this great family craft idea. Each person can personalize their rock to make their […]

Nature Portrait Collage

Get out into nature and challenge the kids to create portraits with natural materials. You’ll be amazed by the creativity!

Leaf Earrings

Create beautiful earrings with colorful fall leaves. You’ll be amazed by how easy it is to do!

Painting Rocks with Markers

These ‘painted’ rocks are fun, fast, and simple. You can create personalized paper weights, or just pretty inspirational works of […]

Clay Trinket Dish

These beautiful leaf clay dishes are the perfect craft for fall! Use them to hold trinkets, keys, coins, jewelry, and […]

Pinecone Rose Bouquet

Turn ordinary pinecones into a beautiful bouquet of faux roses. This lovely nature craft makes a nice gift for Mom, […]

Saber-Toothed Squirrel Pinecone

Turn a pinecone and other natural materials into Scrat, the acorn-obsessed, saber-toothed squirrel from the Ice Age movies. It’s such […]

Driftwood Planter

Transform the driftwood collected on vacation into a unique planter. It’s a fun project to do together as a family […]

Witchy Pinecone Owl

Gather pinecones, then turn them into these cute witchy owls. They make cute decorations, party favors, or place cards for […]

Pinecone Hedgehogs

Turn pinecones and felt into adorable hedgehogs. The tutorial also includes instructions to make beautiful pinecone owls.

Peanut Hummingbird Ornament

This beautiful hummingbird ornament starts with a peanut! Make a whole flock to share with friends and family.

Rock Fish Pond

Create a fish pond filled with colorful textured fish made from rocks. It’s fun to do and looks so pretty!

Paper Plate Hedgehog

Turn a paper plate and dried leaves into a cute hedgehog. This is a great craft to do after a […]

Fall Potato Stamping

Celebrate fall with homemade leaf potato stamps. Adults prepare the stamps, then kids can make the artwork!

UnBeeLievable Bee House

Turn a stump into a bee house that welcomes pollinators to your yard. It can be as simple or as […]

Ladybug Hotel

Create a ladybug hotel for your garden. It’s made with 100% sustainable and organic materials and looks really cute, too!

Strawberry Ink

Take a virtual trip back in history! Make your own ink and then write with it using a homemade quill […]

Driftwood Sign

This Driftwood Sign is simple to make and so pretty. Use the kids’ names to label their bedrooms with a […]

Spool Beaver

Create an adorable beaver using a spool and yarn. It’s easy to do and couldn’t be cuter!

Lemon Live Votive Candles

Create beautiful votive candles using hollowed-out lemons and limes. What a great way to repurpose kitchen scraps!

Sea Shell Creatures

Turn shells into adorable sea creatures. There are instructions to make the turtle, snail, hermit crab, and clam.

Jawa Rocks

Star Wars fans will recognize these Jawa Rocks. It’s an easy and inexpensive project that’s fun for kids.

Cactus Pet Rocks

Kids love pet rocks and these cacti couldn’t be cuter! This craft is easy and inexpensive.

Troll Painted Rocks

Use paint, felt, feathers, and more to transform rocks into adorable trolls. They each have so much personality!

Melted Crayon Hot Rocks

Turn plain rocks into colorful works of art with this fun technique. Because the rocks are hot, this project requires […]

Coconut Pot

Make a pot for your succulent plants out of a coconut! This is a great nature craft for kids.

Glitter Sand Pictures

Bring sand home from a beach trip to make this fun art project. Or bring paper and glue to the […]

Seashell Beach Art

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

Summer Scavenger Hunt

Whether you’re going for a hike in the woods or around the neighborhood, this scavenger hunt is lots of fun. […]

Twig Garden Markers

Twig garden markers are so cute and couldn’t be easier. They’re a great addition to the garden.

Twig Boat

Next time you go out for a nature walk , gather some twigs to make this neat boat. Then find […]