Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Magazine Beads

A fun, frugal craft that turns pages from a magazine into pretty beads. Be sure to make enough to trade […]

Rag Heart Wreath

Pretty rag heart wreath made from strips of material. Perfect for Valentine’s or any time of year!

Name Plates

No fancy machines needed to make these personalized name plates. Grab some freezer paper and a pencil and we’ll show […]

I Spy Bags

Our homemade I Spy Bags are the perfect size to play with in the house, in the car, or to […]

Paper Plate Valentine Card Holder

Here’s an easy and economical Valentine’s Day project to help your little crafters organize their Valentines. Would make a great […]

Gingerbread hearts on a rim

These cute little heart shaped cookies, cut out by little hands, can fit perfectly on the rim of some warm […]

Stenciled Valentine’s Day Shirts

Make your Valentine’s Day gifts even more special by using this simple stenciling method that uses freezer paper for templates. […]

Angry Birds Cupcakes

Angry Birds are all the rage in party themes right now. Follow our easy directions to make these fun Angry […]

Cardboard Tube Lanterns

Decorate your home with these lanterns to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Cardboard tubes, paint and streamers are all that’s […]

Toy Drop Box

Make your own cardboard drop box which includes: pound-a-cork, dice press, button slot and a ball drop. Made with fun […]

T-Shirt Braided Headbands

Recycle t-shirts into pretty headbands in just a few easy steps. Would make a great project for tween and teenager […]

Valentine’s Day Candy Jars

These adorable candy jars are embellished with X’s, O’s, and the cutest little felt hearts….and they are filled with M&Ms! […]

Accordion Valentine

Made from pretty papers and held together with glue dots, you can quickly create beautiful valentines for that special someone. […]

Frost Paint

A cool project for those days when it’s too cold to play outside. Paint a picture using Epson Salts and […]

Thumb-body Loves You

Even your young luv bugs can take part in this Valentine’s Day keepsake by thumb printing their love all over […]

Valentine Cookie Pops

Here’s a Valentine’s Day craft that the kids can make…and eat! Be sure to make enough to share with friends, […]

Paint Bag Writing Tablet

Make your own liquid writing tablet using only paint and a plastic freezer bag. Young ones will get hours of […]

Chinese Dragon Puppet

Add this colorful Chinese dragon puppet to your decorations on January 23 as you celebrate the “Year of the Dragon” […]

Yoyo Bracelet

A great beginner sewing project for any tween or teenage girl. Turn circles of fabric into fashion statements that all […]

Peanut Finger Puppets

Save those peanut shells and make some adorable little finger puppets your child will love playing with! Too cute!

Pinecone Bird Feeder

Don’t forget to feed our feathered friends during these cold winter months. Pinecones are Mother Nature’s perfect bird seed holders […]

“I Have A Dream” Cloud

Encourage kids to write about their wishes for a better world on their own “dream” cloud. A simple project made […]

New Year Crown

New Year Crown Be the queen of the party with this bead-encrusted crown. Celebrate the new year in style!   […]

Spin Drum

Made from every day household items such as oatmeal containers and ribbon, your family will have fun personalizing their own […]

Noisemaker Shakers

Shake! Shake! Shake! in the new year with these colorful spool noisemakers! A fun family project that kids of all […]

Party Hats

It takes just a couple of minutes to craft these festive paper party hats. They’re the perfect finishing touches for […]

New Year’s Party Hat

Get ready to ring in the New Year by making your own party hat. A fun project to celebrate the […]

Edible Party Horns

Dip an ice cream cone in white chocolate sprinkle on some colorful sugar and add a white blower to make […]

Kwanzaa Hat

Celebrate Kwanzaa by making this fun hat that you can wear to celebrate the season.

Snowman Bubbles

Here’s a cute way to recycle some empty baby food jars. These are really cute and kids will love making […]

Hanukkah Bunting

Use cardboard templates, felt and glue to make this colorful and festive bunting for Hanukkah.

Snowy Winter Trees

Here’s a fun nature craft your kids will enjoy making on a snowy day. Create your own fun snow scene […]

Water Bottle Noise Makers

Save your plastic water bottles and make these fun noise makers for New Years! These would be a fun activity […]

Happy New Year Garland

Happy New Year Garland Celebrate the New Year with simple, festive decorations. This garland requires just a few basic craft […]

Baby Jesus Ornament

This ornament is what Christmas is all about. Craft this felt Baby Jesus ornament in just a few minutes using […]

Paper Christmas Tree Ornaments

Have a beginner sewer in the family? Give her/him some practice by sewing together these Christmas tree ornaments. It’s a […]

Glowing Snowmen

Save those milk jugs and make these simple glowing snowmen to light the way all winter long!

Tissue Paper Cut Outs

Chanukah doesn’t have to always be blue and silver! Bright and brilliant colors are perfect for your celebration.

Penguin Wall Hanging

Cute little penguins welcome everyone to your home! Great gift for grandparents, aunts and uncles!

Felt Gelt Bags

Want to give some coins or candy this year for Hanukkah? Why not give in a homemade change purse and […]

Make a Doll Size Menorah

How to make a doll sized Menorah for Hanukkah using simple supplies from the craft store or dollar store.

Napkin Snowmen

This napkin snowman is made by using what you have mostly right in your kitchen. These are perfect for little […]

Candy Cane Doodles

These cookies are a variation of the simple yet classic snicker-doodle. It’s cookie that won’t disappoint: easy, festive, and delicious.

Chocolate Reindeer Lollipops

These cute Chocolate Reindeer Lollipops are a fun edible addition to your holiday treat and crafting list, kids will love […]

Edible Ornaments

Make edible decorations with the children using cookie cutter, sprinkles, frosting and sugar. Hang with yarn and enjoy!

Placemat Advent Calendar

Make a cute Christmas Advent Calendar using a store bought holiday placemat! A fun sewing project for older children.