Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Minecraft Valentine Bookmarks

Make these punny Valentine Bookmarks using a printable, Sculpey clay and craft sticks. It’s easy to do and lots of fun.

Wire Wrapped Hair Accessory

Create beautiful hair accessories using wire and colorful beads. This is a fun project for girls who are new to […]

Dry Erase Calendar

This dry erase calendar is stylish and reusable! Keep your schedule front and center with cute fabric, printable calendar squares and […]

Geometric Watercolor Postcards

These colorful geometric watercolor postcards are fun and easy to make! Kids will love sending their homemade postcards to family and […]

Beaded XOXO Bracelet

Make a pretty XOXO bracelet for a loved one this Valentine’s Day. It’s easy to do and lots of fun.

Art Panel

This easy craft makes a fun addition to a bedroom, craft room or playroom. Use the same quote or anything […]

Puffy Hearts

Turn an old sweater into adorable puffy hearts! It’s easy to do and is a fun and unique project for Valentine’s […]

Fondant Rose

Making beautiful roses from fondant is surprisingly easy! This method also works well for clay sculpture.

Oil Pastel Butterfly

Use oil pastels to make a cute butterfly. This easy craft is suitable for even the youngest of crafters!

Doll-Sized Cookbook

Make an adorable doll-sized cookbook for your American Girl dolls. So much fun!

Braided Pony Bead Cuff Bracelet

Make a unique braided pony bead bracelet in your favorite colors. You’ll love wearing eye-catching jewelry you made yourself.

Wire-Wrapped Dragonfly

It only takes a few minutes to make an elegant wire-wrapped dragonfly! It’s beautiful as a gift topper, nestled in […]

Big Birthday Numbers

Celebrate a special birthday with big numbers cut from cardboard and then decorated! This is a fun alternative to making […]

Doll-Sized Fashion Bag

This fashionable purse for your dolls is made of duct tape! It’s so cute and great for pretend play.

Personalized Umbrella

Give a thoughtful gift to someone special with this sweet personalized umbrella. It’s easy to do and will lift the spirits […]

Personalized Piggy Bank

Turn a plain piggy bank into a simple and sweet personalized gift. It’s easy and inexpensive to do.

Pearl and Seed Bead Bracelet

This beautiful pearl and seed bead bracelet is simple to make and is a great gift for someone special. Customize […]

Decorated Towels

Add a personal touch to plain towels by decorating them with colorful fabrics! This is an easy sewing project for […]

Craft Stick Pen Holder

This pen holder couldn’t be easier to make. All you need are popsicle sticks and an empty cardboard tube.

Oatmeal Cookie Hand Scrub

This wonderful hand scrub is inspired by delicious oatmeal cookies. It’s easy to make and is a great gift.

Pinwheel Party Favors

Turn mini gel pens and patterned paper into cute pinwheel party favors! They add a fun touch to any celebration.

Fabric-Covered Memory Book

Turn an ordinary 3-ring binder into a beautiful fabric-covered memory book. It’s easy to do and makes a great gift.

Cosmetics Bag

Teens with sewing experience will enjoy making this pretty bag to fill with cosmetics. Of course, it isn’t limited only […]

Woven Chain Bracelet

Make a pretty woven chain bracelet using suede cords. It looks great and couldn’t be easier!

Ribbon Lanyards

Use ribbons or even scraps of fabric to make these fun lanyards. They’re perfect for holding keys, school ID, or […]

Crayon Holder

No need to search for crayons when you have this crayon holder! It’s great for taking art supplies to appointments, restaurants […]

Freezer Paper Image Transfer

Use freezer paper to transfer an image or word to pillowcases, t-shirts or other fabric. This is a great project for […]

Circus Cat Stands

Recycle empty containers to make accessories for a circus-themed play set. These are sized for American Girl Dolls.

Treasure Map

This simple project leads to hours of fun and adventure for the kids. It’s easy to adapt the activity for […]

Easy Fabric Tote

This easy sewing project uses two fat quarters of fabric. It’s perfect for beginners and is fun to make.

Wire Flower Ear Cuff

Make your own pretty ear cuff using wire and beads! This is a fun project for a slumber party or […]

Felt Gift Tags

An emboidered felt gift tag add a personal touch to a special gift. It’s easy, fun and inexpensive with an […]

Mini Doll Swimming Pool

It might not be swimming weather now, but your dolls can enjoy the water year-round with this fun doll-sized pool! It’s […]

Micro Macrame Bracelet

If you can tie your shoes, you can make this pretty micro macrame bracelet! Make one for yourself and more […]

Duct Tape Accordion Wallet

Turn duct tape and cardstock into an adorable accordion wallet. It’s the perfect size to carry a library card, school […]

Hand Scrub

This  hand scrub couldn’t be easier to make! It is a wonderful gift for kids to give to Mom, Grandma, […]

Crochet Boot Cuff

This beginner-level boot cuff is fun for kids who are new to crochet. They are fun to make and great […]

Beaded Dragonfly Charm

This beaded dragonfly charm is so cute! It’s fun to make and would look adorable hanging from a backpack or jacket […]

Rocket Raccoon Gift Bag

Make this Rocket Raccoon gift bag for your Guardians of the Galaxy fan. After the gift is opened, use the […]

Drawstring Backpack for Dolls

Create a no-sew drawstring backpack from duct tape that is perfectly sized for American Girls dolls. It’s so cute and […]

Rainbow Crayon Wall Art

Create a dimensional work of art using crayons and foam. It’s easy to do and looks spectacular!

Paper Bird Mobile

Create a beautiful bird mobile from paper. This is a fun project using supplies you probably already have on hand.

Fabric Flower

This pretty fabric flower is a great project to use up scraps. Use it as a gift topper, attach it to […]

Bird Feed Fat Cakes

Help the birds in your garden get through the cold of winter with these fat cakes. They’re easy to make […]

Beeswax Lotion

Make your own natural, organic lotion with healing oils and protective beeswax. It’s easy to do and makes a great […]

Bean Crafts for Kids

  Beans aren’t just for eating. Dried beans have long been a staple of kids’ crafts and games – we […]

Nylon Cord Friendship Bracelet

Use nylon cord to make an eye-catching friendship bracelet. Use your school colors, the colors of a sports team, or any […]

Craft Stick Catapult

Create your own catapult with craft sticks, rubber bands and a bottle cap. Kids of all ages will have many […]

Doll-Sized Maps

Make mini maps, brochures and books for travel. These are perfectly sized for American Girls dolls.

Stamped Postcard

Use an empty cereal box and found items from the recycling bin to create a pretty stamped postcard. This project […]

Paper Rockets

Make colorful paper rockets that flutter in the wind. This easy and inexpensive paper craft lets the imagination soar!

Glitter Hair Pins

These sparkly glitter hair pins are made of cardboard. They are cute for New Year’s Eve or as really fun party […]

No-Sew Painted Rug

Use canvas to paint a personalized rug that is just your style. This is a fun project for teens who want […]

Dreamcatcher Necklace

Make a beautiful dreamcatcher necklace for yourself or as a gift. This simple project does not take long to make.

Zipper Doll Belt

Turn a zipper into a fashionable belt for your American Girl dolls. It’s quick and easy to do!

Owl Pet Rock

This adorable Owl Pet Rock is so easy to make! It’s a fun project and very inexpensive.

5-minute Beaded Ring

This pretty beaded ring is easy to make and takes only five minutes. Make one for yourself and more to […]

Collaged Notebook Cover

It’s fun and easy to personalize your notebooks with photos, images, and patterned papers. Let your creativity run wild!