Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Heart Stitch Craft

Even very young crafters can sew this simple heart. It’s such a fun and cute craft for Valentine’s Day.

Paper Improv Quilt

Learn how to make an improv quilt using patterned paper instead of fabric. The possibilities are infinite!

Football Sundaes

Are you read for some football?? This fun frozen treat will amaze your kids as they look into the bowl […]

Heart Bookmark

Heart bookmarks make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for any book lover! These are made from pretty printed card stock.

Hidden Money Jewelry Set

This looks like a normal necklace and earring set, but there’s a surprise – hidden money inside! This is such […]

Sloth Paper Bag Puppet

Turn a paper bag into an adorable, cuddly looking sloth. It’s a fun craft to pair with books about sloths. 

Cracker Crunch Footballs

These delicious treats feature a Ritz peanut butter cracker hidden inside a chocolate and toffee football. They’re fun to make […]

Nutter Butter Puppies

These adorable peanut butter puppies are made with store-bought Nutter Butter cookies. Making edible crafts is a great way to […]

Polar Bear Watercolor

Follow the step-by-step directions to create a black glue watercolor painting of a polar bear. This faux stained glass is […]

Paper Hearts Airplane

This Valentine’s Day airplane is made from different sized paper hearts. It’s a fun valentine for both boys and girls.

Paper-Pieced Sloth Card

There are so many possibilities for this cute sloth card! Tell a friend to “Hang in there” or “Sorry I […]

Bee Mine Valentine

This busy little bee carries a sweet Valentine’s Day message…BEE MINE! Add a magnet to the back of it to […]

Polar Bear Cupcakes

Turn cupcakes and candy into the most adorable Polar Bear Cupcakes. What a fun treat for a winter celebration!

Elephant Headband Craft

Make a cute elephant headband that you can wear. It’s a fun project to pear with a study of the […]

Cardboard Tube Red Firecrackers

Recycle some cardboard tubes from toilet paper rolls or paper towels to make these faux firecrackers just in time for […]

Penguin Painting

This darling penguin painting is simple enough for toddlers and still lots of fun for older kids. The snow and […]

Hot Cocoa Science

Learn about density and buoyancy using hot cocoa and candy! This tasty science experiment is great fun on a cold […]

Hugs and Kisses Chocolate Bark

Add X’s and O’s to festively-decorated chocolate bark to give as gifts for Valentine’s Day. It’s a tasty treat that […]

Snowy Pinecone Candle Jars

Make pretty winter luminaries that appear to be covered with freshly fallen snow! Oh so gorgeous and perfect for the […]

Ski Collage

There’s so much potential for creativity when the kids try this ski collage, as every skier will be one-of-a-kind. It’s […]

Lunch Bag Gingerbread House

Turn a brown paper lunch bag into a cute gingerbread house package. It’s perfect for holding sweet treats for someone […]

Folded Paper Kwanzaa Kinara

Celebrate Kwanzaa with a homemade kinara, created from construction paper and markers. It’s a wonderful way to display the seven […]

Cake Roll Penguins

These adorable penguins are made out of chocolate cake rolls. Follow the recipe to make your own from scratch or […]

Sparkly Foam Sequin Ball

Sparkly Foam Sequin Ball This sparkly foam sequin ball ornament is a perfect craft for New Year’s Eve. It’s just […]

Goodnight Moon Craft

Make a colorful craft inspired by Margaret Wise Brown’s beloved book, Goodnight Moon. The scene is instantly recognizable to so […]

Happy New Year from Snoopy

Wish someone a happy new year with this fun Peanuts-themed card. It starts with a downloadable coloring page with a […]

Santa Hat Party Mix

These yummy Christmas treats made from pretzels, nuts, and candy…all covered in chocolate. But the most adorable parts of the […]

Chocolate Gingerbread Mickeys

These festive gingerbread cookies are the perfect treat for any Disney fan! They’re really quite easy to make and taste […]

Cardboard Box Snowman

Turn empty cardboard boxes into an inexpensive and fun Build-a-Snowman! Turn it into a game by having kids race to […]

Pipe Cleaner Christmas Trees

Make these cute Christmas trees out of pipe cleaners and twigs. This is a no-mess craft that all will enjoy […]

Cardboard Tube Menorah

This Hanukkah have the kids put together this cool menorah using recycled cardboard tubes and craft foam. It’s a great […]

Down the Chimney Mini Cake

This edible Down the Chimney Mini Cake couldn’t be more fun! It’s a wonderful treat to make for any winter get-together.

Candy Cane Magazine Mosaic

Use old magazines to make a colorful mosaic candy cane. It’s a great recycling project to do at Christmas time.

Santa Gingerbread Man Wreath

Make your own Santa Gingerbread Man Wreath using butcher paper, styrofoam wreath, paint, and makeup. It’s lots of fun with […]

Snowman Chocolate Bark

This adorable snowman chocolate bark is the perfect treat for winter. It’s really easy to do and couldn’t be cuter!

Winter Cardinal Painting

Learn how to paint beautiful cardinals in a winter scene. This project works well for school-age kids and teens.

Reindeer Lollipops

These reindeer lollipop treats couldn’t be easier. Just print, cut and glue!

Cat Bookmark

This cute cat bookmark is a fun way to encourage reading. It’s easy to make and looks adorable peeking out […]

Reindeer Crafts and Recipes

Kids love reindeer crafts! Rudolph and the other reindeer that pull Santa’s sleigh are a very important part of Christmas. […]

Oh Christmas Cookie Tree!

Arrange decorated cookies to form a festive (and delicious!) edible Christmas tree. It’s easy to decorate and the bulbs always […]

Brownie Snowmen on a Stick

We guarantee the snow won’t melt on these adorable snowmen! These fun treats start with brownies and are lots of […]

Oh-So-Cute Gingerbread Men

Skip the piping bag and decorate gingerbread with fondant. It’s really easy to make adorable gingerbread men with this step-by-step […]

Yarn Santa Ornament

Turn yarn and a cardboard tube into a whimsical Santa ornament. It’s inexpensive to make and looks great hanging from […]

Bottle Cap Snowmen

This cheery bottle cap snowmen brings smiles to dreary winter days. This fun activity that doesn’t require much more than […]

Easy Coffee Filter Angel

Easy Coffee Filter Angel This pretty little coffee filter angel is perfect as is, but you can dress her up […]

Felt Christmas Tree Craft

This Felt Christmas Tree Craft is an easy sewing project for beginners. Make one for yourself to hang on the […]

Hot Cocoa Marshmallow Cookie Cups

What do you get when you combine cookies, marshmallows, chocolate and candy canes? An adorable (and delicious!) treat that is […]

Woven Christmas Tree

Create your own loom using a paper plate and weave a lovely Christmas tree. All you need is a paper […]

Jersey Cookie Cutters

Make your own jersey cookies for a sports-themed party or event! Flexible craft metal is easy to cut and bend […]