Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Paper Plate Porcupine Fish

Porcupine fish blow themselves up with air or water to double their size and intimidate enemies. Porcupine fish further intimidate […]

Mickey Chocolate Dipped Valentine

These adorable Mickey chocolate-dipped cookies will win your Valentine’s heart. Your Disney fans will love making these for the ones […]

Candy Leprechaun Hats

Make Leprechaun hats using green candy melts and modeling chocolate. Fill then with candies, nuts, or chocolate mousse for a […]

Sweater Mittens

Don’t throw out those sweaters you won’t be wearing anymore! Learn how to repurpose them into wonderful, cozy, and warm […]

Bald Eagle Picture Graph

Practice graphing skills with this fun bald eagle picture graph. The tutorial includes instructions for one-quadrant and four-quadrant graphing.

Heart Garland

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this heart garland. It can be made from felt or paper, with sewing and no-sew […]

Cardboard Tube NFL Referee

Make your own NFL referee from a cardboard tube. Include the removable mask, or leave it off for the non-pandemic […]

Cherry Brooch

Make a darling cherry brooch using red beads and green ribbon. This simple project is easy enough for beginning beaders to […]

Mardi Gras Handprint Mask

Trace your child’s handprints to add a very personal touch to this printable mask. It’s definitely a one-of-a-kind project for […]

Valentine’s Day Gnome Stuffies

Let your whole tribe know you love them GNOME matter what with these Valentine’s Day Gnome Stuffies! They’re quick and […]

Mardi Gras Cereal Treat

Celebrate Mardi Gras with this delicious cinnamon cereal treat, inspired by king cake. It’s not the usual rice krispie treat […]

Minion Art Case

Organize your art supplies with a whimsical minion-inspired art box. It adds such a fun touch to your desktop and […]

Candy Heart Necklace

Kids of all ages will find it easy to construct their own marshmallow and licorice string necklaces. It’s a sweet […]

Gumball Machine Candy Dish

A terra cotta clay pot and saucer, combined with a glass bowl magically become a DIY candy dish that looks […]

Heart Cuff Bracelets

Make sparkly cuff bracelets to wear on Valentine’s Day gift. They are a fun, affordable and super easy project.

Craft Stick Barn

This cute barn craft would be a great activity for a farm themed birthday party.

Stained Glass Valentine Cookies

Enjoy some soft, chewy heart-shaped cookies filled with a sweet candy center. They’re a pretty treat for Valentine’s Day or […]

Styrofoam Bugs

These colorful Styrofoam bugs couldn’t be cuter. Made from Styrofoam and paint, these friendly little guys would be perfect for […]

Paper Plate Traffic Lights

Paper plates and construction paper become traffic lights. This craft is perfect to do during Transportation Week.

Strawberry Love Bugs

Say “I Love You Berry Much” with these juicy red chocolate-covered strawberries. On the other hand, if you don’t have […]

Heart-Shaped Paper Frame

Make your own heart-shaped photo frame with paper in less than 10 minutes. This easy project is perfect to frame […]

Painted Rock Cactus

Learn how to make a clay pot garden, full of cactus painted rocks. This craft is fun for all ages […]

Rainbow Pinata Cake

Make this candy-filled rainbow cake for St. Patrick’s Day, a birthday, or any occasion. It’s so much fun to see […]

Peanut Butter and Jelly Game

Create felt peanut butter and jelly sandwich components to play an old game idea given new life. The sturdy felt […]

Tortilla Warmer

Make a fabric tortilla warmer in less than half an hour. This sewing project is straightforward and the resulting warmer […]

Imposter Plushie

Follow the step-by-step tutorial to make your very own Among Us imposter plush. This is such a fun project if […]

Winter Mint Snowflakes

Make a batch of these delicious winter mint snowflake candies. They’re yummy on their own and fantastic melted in warm […]

Conversation Marble Magnets

Inspired by conversation hearts, these glass gem magnets are a great Valentine’s Day gift for neighbors, friends and teachers. They’re […]

Paper Plate King Cake

Celebrate Mardi Gras with this festive paper plate king cake craft. It’s great fun to make it right before enjoying […]

Chalkboard Phone Case

Learn how easy (and fun!) it is to create a customized phone case. Older children and teens can add their […]

Family Photo Puzzle

Turn a photo of your family into a puzzle using a recycled cereal box, You can use any size of […]

Chinese Red Lantern

Chinese New Year ends with a traditional Lantern Festival. Make your own Chinese lantern, decorate it with glittery gold, and […]

Groundhog Pancakes

No groundhogs were harmed making these pancakes – instead, these cute little groundhogs are made using donut holes. He’s popping […]

Valentine Jelly Pops

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with cool, layered jelly pops. These beautiful treats are a simple to make and taste so yummy. 

Decorative Flower Knot

Celebrate Chinese New Year by trying this traditional knot-tying craft. It symbolizes prosperity and success.

Fudge Footballs

These delicious Fudge Footballs make great treats for a sports-themed birthday or for the big game. They are easy to […]

Paper Fortune Cookies

These cute glittery paper fortune cookies have fun messages inside. They’re fun for Valentine’s Day, Chinese New Year, and more.

Zero Waste Sponges

Learn how to make cute reusable kitchen sponges for yourself and to give as gifts in as little as 5 […]

Handprint Dove

This simple Handprint Dove is great for Martin Luther King Day, as well as the International Day of Peace (September […]

Game Day Brownie Pizza

Get your game on with this easy individual brownie pizza, perfect for any sport. Use team colors to show your […]

Groundhog Day Cupcake Push Pop

Follow the step-by-step instructions to make these adorable groundhog cupcake push pops for a fun Groundhog Day dessert! “Pop” the […]

Pipe Cleaner Princess Tiara

This simple princess tiara is made from pink and purple pipe cleaners. It’s fun and easy for children to make and […]

Hinged Pokeball Valentine

Pokeman fans will love receiving this “I Choose You!” Pokeball valentine. It’s made with paper plates and hinged so it […]

Sesame Street Characters on Wood

Learn how to draw your favorite Sesame Street characters on wood coasters using chalk markers. The vibrant colors bring Elmo, […]

Valentine Owl

Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable owl that is perfect for Valentine’s Day! This fun craft is easy […]

Easy Stuffed Penguins

Make your own stuffed felt penguins using the simple sewing pattern. The tutorial has ideas for a whole family of […]

Chinese New Year Door Hanger

Welcome good fortune into your home this year by making this fun door hanger for Chinese New Year! A glittery […]

Valentine Wine Glasses

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with special glasses you’ve painted yourself. It’s surprisingly easy to craft your own hand-painted glasses for Valentine’s […]