Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Playdough Snails

Collect empty shells during a nature walk, then use them to make playdough snails. For an added challenge, you can try […]

Easy Spring-Themed Wreaths

Use inexpensive grapevine wreaths, spray paint and cuttings from your yard to make these pretty wreaths. They’re very easy to […]

Homemade Bird Bath

Make a colorful birdbath to help your feathered friends on a warm summer day. This fun project starts with glass […]

Chinaberry Tree Decoration

Transform the branches of melia azedarach (Chinaberry) into a beautiful decoration for home. It’s really easy and fast.

Recycled Wishes Jar

It’s dandelion season. This Recycled Wishes Jar turns those fluffy white seeds into a magic potion to send your wish on […]

Nature Paint Brushes

Create your own paint brushes with natural materials. It’s easy to do and so much fun to explore the different […]

Strawberry Tablecloth Holders

Use rocks to create cute little strawberries to bring along on your next picnic. They do a great job holding […]

Pom Pom Branches

Create a colorful display with these fun pom pom branches. They’re a wonderful way to use fallen branches that you […]

Flower Panels

Turn cardboard and plastic wrap into beautiful flower panels. This is a wonderful project to do during spring.

Tree Stump Natural Loom

Transform a tree stump into a loom for the backyard! Kids will love to create beautiful weaving projects with leaves, […]

Rose Petals Painting

Make painting a whole new experience by switching from paper to rose petals! These beautiful petals smell wonderful and provide […]

Nature Exploration Journal

Turn a paper bag into your own nature journal! This craft inspires kids to get out and explore with 40+ […]

Twig and Cereal Craft

This simple craft combines nature elements and food art. It’s a fun project for Earth Day or any time.

Grass Head Pots

These cute grass head pots make a fun and educational spring craft for kids. Switch out the grass for herbs that […]

Watermelon Fairy House

Create a home for the fairies with a watermelon rind. What a great way to let kids’ creativity shine!

Bark Vase

Use fallen tree bark to create a gorgeous vase that brings the outdoors in. Can you guess what other repurposed […]

Affirmation Stones

Who couldn’t use some encouraging words? Decorate your desktop with these easy-to-make, colorful affirmation stones.

Sun Print Art

Turn ordinary, everyday objects into beautiful pieces of art using sunshine and special sun print paper.

Rock Art Project

Make your own farm-themed story stones, mix and match rock people, or create pretty fairy stones. This post has instructions […]

Twigs Wool Brooch

This simple piece of jewelry is completely one-of-a-kind! It’s easy to make using twigs and wool yarn.

Glittered Pine Cones

These glittered pine cones make a beautiful decoration for winter. It’s easy to do and a fun way to bring a […]

Cinnamon Stick Snowflake

Turn cinnamon sticks into gorgeous snowflakes ornaments. They smell fantastic and make a wonderful winter decoration.

Alternative Christmas Tree

Display ornaments with this fun, table-top alternative to a Christmas tree. It’s very easy to make using an orange, some […]

Acorn Cap Flowerpot

Turn acorn caps into the cutest flowerpots ever! Plant clover, grass, or anything else in these miniature, all-natural pots.

Shell Santas

Turn clam shells into cute Santa ornaments using beads, ribbon or other craft materials. There’s so much room for creativity!

Nut and Seed Salt Dough Ornaments

Try this beautiful, organic take on classic salt dough ornaments. Use colorful, natural seeds and nuts to let your creativity […]

Painted Chestnuts

Turn plain chestnuts into works of art! It’s easy to do and they make a wonderful decoration for the holidays.