Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Painting the Snow

Paint the snow with water colors and a spray bottle. This is a really fun winter activity for kids of […]

Bottle Cap Jewelry Advent

Make a beautiful advent project which then becomes jewelry. A short daily craft activity that will delight any young girl. […]

Plastic Water Bottle Bracelet

These colorful bands are sure to make a fashionable statement to any outfit. To build them, recycle a used water […]

Glitter Jewelry

Have your tween/teen daughter and her friends create gorgeous jewelry for themselves or as gifts. These stunning gems are made without […]

Jeweled Bobby Pins

These jeweled bobby pins are fun and easy to make! Read on as we show you how to add beads […]

Nature Crowns

Make a woodland fairy princess crown from flowers in your garden. If it’s off season, try silk flowers from the […]

Doll Sized Cake Pops

Quick and inexpensive way to make cake pops for all your dolls’ party needs! Your daughter will love the fact […]

Changeable Chalkboard Bunting

Make a changeable chalkboard bunting perfect for any occasion. All you need is chalkcloth, burlap, scissors, glue, butcher’s twine and […]

Pretend Macaroons

Make pretend macaroons for your next edible-craft project simply by icing two mini meringues together – it’s easy and so […]

Cardinal Ornament

This cute cardinal ornament that will look beautiful set in the branches of your tree. Here’s an easy tutorial that […]

Scratch Off Book

Learn how to turn recycled board books and junk mail into do it yourself scratch off art paper! A full […]

Nature Pouch

Make this adorable little nature pouch to go on a hike with. Great for collecting acorns, flowers, twigs, stones and […]

Leaf Creatures

There are a few variations of these cute little guys around, but no matter how you make them they are […]

Turkey Handprint Plates

Preserve your child’s handprint as a turkey on a plate. Guaranteed to bring smiles every Thanksgiving Day. It just takes […]

Pilgrim Hand Prints

Aren’t these pilgrims just the cutest?? Make pilgrims from hand prints and place them in the Mayflower for their long […]

Thanksgiving Turkey Table Craft

This fun Thanksgiving turkey table craft comes with a free printable pattern and easy instructions. A fun way to dress […]

Pilgrim Stuffed Animal Clothes

Dress up your child’s stuffed animals for Thanksgiving with these cute pilgrim stuffed animal clothes. Your children will love the […]

Yarn Ball Snowman Ornament

These snowmen are made by wrapping a styrofoam ball with white yarn. Details include a knitted hat and a braided […]

Clay Turkey

Clay Turkey Make this cute turkey from modeling clay and feathers and display it on your Thanksgiving table. It’s a fun […]

Canning Lid Doll Plates

Make your very own serving plates for your dolls by having a grown up spray paint some recycled canning lids! […]

Hair Bow Clips

Do you have a girly girl? Here’s a fun do it yourself bow themed hair clip that you can make. […]

Jar of Blessings

Simple mason jar used as a way to count blessings throughout the year. Write blessings on slips of paper (if […]

Make Your Own Seeds Packets

After harvesting the last of your garden for the season, don’t forget the seeds! These homemade seed packets make fun […]

Flower Hair Clip

  This easy DIY hair clip is perfect for Fall! It’s easy to create and uses everyday household materials such […]

Foam Owl

Pull out the craft foam and make this adorable winking foam owl full of rainbow colors! Great for a bird […]

Edible Turkey Apples

These fun edible turkeys are made from apples, grapes, popcorn and several other little edibles. A great project that kids […]

Thankful Cork Necklaces

We love this creative idea of recycling not only wine corks but also magazines into fun necklaces with special messages. […]

Felt Heart Hand Warmers

The perfect way to keep your hands warm this season, using felt and rice! A great project for teenagers and […]

Turkey Chair Covers

Here’s a really fun way to dress up your dining room chairs for Thanksgiving dinner. The kids and adults alike […]

Santa Treat Buckets

Santa’s belly crafts have become quite popular. One adorable rendition is this version using clay pots and electrical tape to […]

Nature Walk Basket

Whether it’s fall, spring or summer, a nature walk is always fun, and making an easy sorting basket to collect […]

Turkey Crowns for Dolls

Make a cute Thanksgiving turkey tiara for your dolls! This pattern could easily be adapted for your kids, too. Made […]

Teepee Centerpiece

Here’s a fun way to decorate your table or mantel this Thanksgiving! Make these fun teepees and use them as […]

Handprint Thanksgiving Tree

Create a fun Thanksgiving keepsake and a great holiday decoration at the same time by making a thankful tree from […]

Printable Halloween Puzzle

This printable Halloween puzzle page includes a word scramble that you use to make your list of words to find […]

Story Wheel

Make this fun and colorful story wheel with your little ones. A great preschool or Kindergarten project that is a […]

Pumpkin Pinata

This fun pinata can be made as a Jack O’Lantern for Halloween, or leave off the face for a great […]

Monster Cupcakes

Cut adorable monster and pumpkin shapes out of your cupcakes and fill to decorate! A great birthday idea or fun […]

Bracelets from Washi Tape

This fun recycle craft is a great way to introduce teenagers and tweens to the wonderful world of colorful Washi […]

Shark Costume

  This shark costume is totally adorable! A fun costume, especially for your little boy. Use it after Halloween too […]

Bracelets from Recycled T-shirts

You can turn old t-shirts into pretty bracelets with dollar store bangles and glue. Follow these step by step instructions […]

Stenciled Note Cards

Let preschoolers use stencils to make personalized thank you cards. A fun introduction to stenciling and a great way to […]

Rapunzel Braids

Help your little girl become Rapunzel with this easy hair extension made out of yarn – simply adjust the color […]

Peacock Fan

Pretty peacocks made from paper doilies and water color paints are a lovely craft for a rainy afternoon. If you […]

Plastic Lid Turtles

Make cute turtles from recycled plastic lids, Q-tips and craft sticks! A fun way to talk about and teach an […]

Sew a Felt Pumpkin

  Here’s an easy beginner sewing project to make a stuffed pumpkin using felt and yarn. Great for a first […]

Orange Peel Candle

Brighten up the room with these beautiful orange candles! All you need is an orange and either canola or olive […]

Printable Flashcards

Print off a free set of these beautiful, full color flashcards to help your kids review their numbers (0-9), colors, […]

Easy Printmaking

This fun and easy printmaking project is great for kids of all ages but is a great way to introduce […]

Styrofoam Ball Spiders

Cut and colorful, these adorable little spiders made from painted Styrofoam balls are a great insect or Halloween craft for […]

Magnetic Drink Cups

This brilliant idea will keep your children’s drink cups handy and right near your refrigerator’s water dispenser! Kids will feel […]

Cork Snake

Make use of old corks or grab a bag of them from the craft store for this fun animal craft. […]