Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Recycled Newspaper Pumpkins

Create festive fall decor with recycled newspapers and paint. This easy project is fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Autumn Thank You Notes

These homemade thank you notes couldn’t be easier! They would work great for name tags and place cards too.

Leaf-Printed Vase Wrap

Wrap an inexpensive vase with printed parchment paper for a cute fall decoration. It couldn’t be easier!

Frankenstein Shirt

Halloween and Frankenstein go hand in hand, so this is the perfect time to make a fun Frankenstein shirt! This […]

Cardboard Ice Cream Costume

Looking for an easy Halloween costume that’s totally unique? This cardboard ice cream costume is just the thing!

Printable Coffin Treat Boxes

These printable coffin treat boxes are super easy to make and festive too. Just print, cut, fold, and fill and they’re […]

Frankenstein Luminaries

Turn ordinary mason jars into adorable Frankenstein luminaries with this fun Halloween craft for kids. Luminary crafts are great for […]

5-Minute Forts

Kids love forts! Use a fitted sheet to make one in minutes. The tutorial gives instructions for three different styles.

Microwave Popcorn Frankenstein

After looking through the more than 40 popcorn-themed crafts and activities here at Fun Family Crafts, I was ready to make […]

Autumn Faun Headband

This Autumn Faun headband is a unique, inexpensive and eye-catching costume. With only 6 items, you can create a floral […]

Peanut Butter Fudge Cauldron Pops

These pops may look like creepy cauldrons but they’re actually made of delicious peanut butter fudge dipped in dark chocolate. […]

Stenciled Trick or Treat Bags

These stenciled trick-or-treat bags are fun to make and can easily be personalized. And there’s lots of room for candy […]

Skeleton Cake

Whip up a fabulous treat for Halloween party using this skeleton template. Just print the template, make the bones, and […]

Easy Stamped Flowers

Stamp some pretty flowers onto colorful paper or a canvas using an empty bottle and a Q-tip. This fun project […]

Good Luck Gift

Make this sweet little good luck present from scraps of felt and an Altoids tin. What a thoughtful gift!

Frankenstein Spork

Turn a black spork into Frankenstein’s monster. It’s quick and easy and is sure to make you smile.

Finger Puppet Ghost Cookie

Whoever said you shouldn’t play with your food? Make your food come to life with this fun finger puppet ghost […]

Pringle Can Mummy

This Pringle can mummy is a fun recycled Halloween craft for younger children. Mummy crafts are very versatile because you can […]

Recycled Rhino

Turn an empty peanut butter jar and a few cups into the cutest rhino ever! What a great way to […]

Halloween Mummy Rocks

These Halloween Mummy Rocks are inexpensive, quick and easy! They’re a fun decoration for a Halloween party.

Frankenstein Kiwi

If you’re looking for a healthy Halloween treat, this Frankenstein kiwi is just the thing! It’s easy to make and […]

Cardboard Circle Weaving

Create woven works of art using nothing but cardboard and yarn. It’s fun, easy and the results are so pretty!

Cardboard Town

Turn a cardboard box into a fun and colorful town toy for kids. It takes some time and an adult […]

Halloween Gourd Friends

Use small, inexpensive gourds to make fun Halloween decorations. Keep it simple with just paint or markers, or go craze […]

Mini Herb Garden Pots

Create a mini herb garden in clay pots with a matte finish chalky surface. These pretty hand-painted pots make a […]

Watercolor Candy Corn Tags

Make your own watercolor candy corn tags for Halloween. This easy craft uses gift tags, watercolor and stamps.

Packing Tape Drum Set

Make a cute drum that sounds pretty good when played. It starts with an empty coffee can and packing tape.

Shark Costume

This cardboard shark costume couldn’t be easier! It’s simple to customize for any size of child (or adult!).

Wire Masquerade Mask

Make a beautiful masquerade mask from wire and beads. It makes a fun addition to a Halloween costume.

No-Sew Fabric Pumpkins

Turn old shirts, sweaters, or fabric scraps into festive fall pumpkins. This no-sew craft is a great way to give old […]

Paper Bag Owl Puppet

This cute Paper Bag Owl Puppet is a simple project that will provide hours of playtime fun.

Halloween Goodie Bag Topper

Fill baggies with Halloween treats, then finish them with these festive toppers. This makes a great favor for a class party […]

Jack-O-Lantern Template

Make a fun felt jack-o-lantern using a printable. Or, use the template to draw your own jack-o-lantern!

Dali Melting Clocks

Make clay sculptures based on the melting clocks Salvador Dali’s painting, ‘The Persistence of Memory’. This is a wonderful activity […]

Fishing Game

Young crafters will love making and playing this fun fishing game. It’s easy to do and is a great way […]

Felt Color Wheel

This cute felt color wheel is a great way to teach kids about colors. Velcro on each piece lets kids […]

Chenille Spider Craft

Make a furry spider to decorate for Halloween. It’s easy to do and requires only a few supplies.

Hula Girl Pumpkin

Turn squash or pumpkin into a cute Hula girl! This craft is great for Halloween, but also makes an excellent […]

Mummy Luminary

This Mummy Luminary is cute and couldn’t be easier to make! Best of all, it is very inexpensive.

Rock the Clock Game

Turn twigs and rocks into a fun and educational game for preschoolers and school-age kids! It’s easy to do and […]

Cardboard Tube Spooky Characters

Turn empty cardboard tubes into fun Halloween-themed creations, like a spider, cat, jack-o-lantern or bat. This easy, mess-free activity lets […]

Fall Banner

Welcome fall with a beautiful homemade banner of silk leaves. It’s easy to do and will last for years!

Felt Jack-o-Lantern

This cute jack-o-lantern is made entirely of felt! Change the face to give each one you make a different personality.

Slit Throat Crystal Necklace

Make an elegant (yet creepy!) crystal necklace for Halloween that looks like a bloody, dripping, slit throat. It’s the perfect […]

Farm Animal Birthday Party

Throw a fun and simple farm animal themed birthday party!  There are ideas for food, activities, decorations and more.

Hello Kitty and Miffy Pumpkins

Make the cutest pumpkins this year by turning them into Hello Kitty and Miffy! These no-carve pumpkins will last for […]

Decorative Halloween Jars

Don’t recycle those empty jars just yet! It’s fun and easy to turn them into decorative Halloween crafts.

Fabric Bookmark

Create a pretty fabric bookmark with frayed ends and a machine-stitched flower. This easy sewing project makes a wonderful gift!