Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Winter Pom Pom Branches

Decorate for winter with homemade pom pom branches. They’re easy to do and are a great way to bring outdoor […]

Faux Cotton Branches

These faux cotton branches look so real, yet they definitely are not! Would you have ever guessed they’re made from […]

Ladybug Painted Rocks

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

Mason Jar Bird Feeder

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

Strawberry Acorn Magnets

Head out for a nature walk, collect acorns, and then make these adorable faux strawberries. Use these fun magnets to […]

Leafy Door Hanger

Leafy Door Hanger Celebrate the return of fall with a festive door decoration. Kids will love searching for the perfect […]

Plastic Cup Crow

This cute little crow is a perfect fall craft. It’s made from cups and paint and is really easy to […]

Summer Days Picture Frame

Transform an old picture frame with sand and shells. Add a photo to always remember your favorite beach trip.

Monsters, Inc. Painted Rocks

Rock painting is family-friendly, fun, easy and affordable. Follow the steps to create your own Mike and Sulley rocks.

Water Bottle Flowers

Recycle the entire bottle, wrapper and all, when you make this fun craft. With a different fabric choice, you can […]

Sand Casted Handprints

This fun summertime craft is a great way to create a fun keepsake that will last forever. Make summer vacation […]

Toyrarium

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

Seashell Fish

Hunt for shells on the beach, then turn them into cute fish. They’re such a fun way to remember a […]

Jellyfish in a Bottle

This is a totally creative and fun project made from a plastic bottle and a plastic grocery bag! Video below.

Sturdy Rock Paper Weights

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

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!

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 […]

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.

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!