Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Colorful Beaded Flip Flops

Dress up simple white flip flops by embellishing them with colorful beads. The possibilities are endless!

Jawa Rocks

Star Wars fans will recognize these Jawa Rocks. It’s an easy and inexpensive project that’s fun for kids.

Cactus Pet Rocks

Kids love pet rocks and these cacti couldn’t be cuter! This craft is easy and inexpensive.

Golf Ball Ladybugs

Decorate the garden with these whimsical golf ball ladybugs. They’re lots of fun to make!

Spirograph Necklace

Combine two classic crafts, Spirograph and Shrinky Dinks, to make a cool necklace to wear. You won’t be able to […]

Garden Gnome Craft Sticks

Turn craft sticks into adorable little garden gnomes. Use them in planters, pots, or in the ground.

Moana Donut Boats

Throw a fun Moana-themed party with these simple donut boats. The printable sails make it so easy.

Apple Clay Jar

This apple jar makes a great gift for a special teacher, a gardener, or practically anyone. It starts with a […]

Fondant Flower

Decorate cakes and cupcakes with edible fondant flowers that actually taste good. The tutorial has instructions to make an easy […]

Hula Hoop Gnome Home

This Gnome Home is large enough for kids to play inside! When your gnome is done, the fabric top slips […]

Troll Painted Rocks

Use paint, felt, feathers, and more to transform rocks into adorable trolls. They each have so much personality!

Craft Stick Playing Cards

Create a set of playing cards using craft sticks! They can be made with a woodburning tool or a Sharpie.

Mickey Meringue Cookies

Disney fans will love these Mickey Mouse meringues! They’re great fun for a special occasion or to make an ordinary […]

Paper Mache Canopic Jars

Use empty Pringles containers to make Egyptian-inspired canopic jars. This educational craft is a great way for preteens and teens […]

Woven Jean Seam Coaster

Recycle old jeans to make this pretty coaster. It’s a nice, inexpensive gift to give to a friend or relative.

Melted Crayon Hot Rocks

Turn plain rocks into colorful works of art with this fun technique. Because the rocks are hot, this project requires […]

Minion Prisoner Cake

Turn an ordinary 9″ x 13″ inch sheet cake into a Minion wearing a prisoner uniform. It’s so cute and […]

Firecracker Hot Dogs

These festive Firecracker Hot Dogs are great fun for patriotic occasions or parties. They’re very easy to make and fun […]

Constellation Wall Hanging

Display your favorite constellations with this simple sewing project. This is an excellent project to do as a group.

Cardboard Flower Power Wreath

Gather scrap cardboard and turn it into a whimsical flower wreath. The whole family can work together to make this simple wreath.

Printable Paper Landscape

Let your imagination go wild as you create a landscape using printables. There are lots to choose from, so the […]

Animal Print Cards

Don’t throw out old makeup – use it for crafts! This tutorial shows how to make giraffe and zebra print […]

Cardboard Cupcake

This cupcake looks good enough to eat! But don’t try it, since it’s made of cardboard, tissue paper, and other […]

Felt Cacti

Use felt and clay pots to create a soft, touchable garden of faux cacti. It’s easy to do and they’re […]

Mixed Media Snorkeler

This fun snorkeler is made with paper, paint, craft foam, a straw, and more. It’s a wonderful mixed media project […]

Coconut Pot

Make a pot for your succulent plants out of a coconut! This is a great nature craft for kids.

Button Doll

Dig into your button and bead supply to make this cute doll. There are lots of ways to personalize it.

Glitter Sand Pictures

Bring sand home from a beach trip to make this fun art project. Or bring paper and glue to the […]

Doodle Shoes

Make these doodle shoes in just a few minutes with fabric markers! It’s such a fun way to show off […]

Drawstring Bag

Make your own drawstring bags to use for storage, travel, and gifts. It’s a fun project that is suitable for […]

Angry Birds Pizza

Make a pizza inspired by your favorite Angry Birds character. There are instructions in this tutorial to make Red (or […]

Seashell Beach Art

Make this heart design with shells collected during a beach visit. It’s a wonderful way to remember a special trip.

Angry Birds Oreo Pops

Serve these Oreo Pops at an Angry Birds themed party and watch the kids devour them! They’re easy to assemble […]

Pizza Cake

No cake decorating skills or equipment needed to make this cake that looks like a pizza. It’s so much fun […]

Decorative Garden Stakes

Add a little pizzazz to your front lawn with these gorgeous Decorative Garden Stakes. They’re easy to make and simple […]

Dream Big Wall Hanging

Create an inspirational “Dream Big” wall plaque using recycled materials and some glitter. What a wonderful recycling project for kids (or […]

Pizza Banner

Make your next pizza party extra special with an easy-to-make pizza banner! Create it ahead of time, or have it […]

Clay Pot Lighthouse

Use old clay pots to make this charming lighthouse! It’s so easy to do.

Coffee Cookies

An imprint rolling pin is the secret to making these coffee-themed cookies. They’d make a fun treat for a teacher, […]

Hair Tie Bracelets

These stylish elastic bracelets double as hair ties. Make a bunch to give to friends!

Shooting Star Pinwheel

Use glittered cardstock and tulle to make a fun shooting star pinwheel. What a fun craft for summer!

Plastic Canvas Heart Coasters

Introduce kids to needlework with an easy plastic canvas project. These heart coasters are fun to make and not too […]

Pyrography Wooden Spoon

Personalize a wooden spoon using a wood burning tool and markers. This project makes a nice gift for someone who likes […]

Shrink Plastic Jewelry

Create beautiful and unique jewelry using shrink plastic. Make earrings, a pendant, a ring, a keychain, or anything else you […]

Agate Beaded Suede Cord Bracelet

This agate beaded suede cord bracelet is suitable for jewelry-making beginners. It makes a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma, a […]

Twig Garden Markers

Twig garden markers are so cute and couldn’t be easier. They’re a great addition to the garden.

Turmeric-Dyed T-Shirt

Turmeric creates a brilliant yellow. Use it as an all-natural colorant to make your own custom tie-dye shirt.

Paper Plate Oyster

Make this easy oyster craft using just a paper plate, paint, and a cotton ball. Young crafters will love it!

Cardboard Aliens

Turn cardboard tubes into friendly aliens. Let your creativity go wild with this project!

Twig Boat

Next time you go out for a nature walk , gather some twigs to make this neat boat. Then find […]

Felt Monster

Create a one-of-a-kind monster plushie with felt. The post has other great ideas for monster-themed activities.

Beaded Rainbow Wind Chime

Use colorful beads and craft sticks to create a wind chime for the backyard. It’s easy to do and looks […]

Statue of Liberty with Firecrackers

Celebrate the United States with this gorgeous mixed-media art project featuring the Statue of Liberty. You might be surprised about […]