Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Paper Taco Craft

Celebrate Taco Tuesday with this realistic taco craft. Follow it up with the real thing for a fun time together.

Hero Cat

It looks like Hero Cat jumped right off the pages of the book! This is a great project to pair […]

Unicorn Princess Castle

Create this unicorn princess castles as a centerpiece for a birthday party or for everyday pretend play. Any little princess […]

Tissue Paper Fall Tree

This colorful fall craft is easy to do and looks so pretty. Kids will have lots of fun making this […]

Tissue Paper Collage On Glass

Here’s a wonderful technique to produce gorgeous stained glass-like pictures: do tissue paper collage on glass! This is a city […]

Footprint Unicorn

Footprint art is so much fun and a great way to preserve the size of your child’s foot. Make this […]

Construction Paper Sandwich

This construction paper sandwich looks (almost) good enough to eat! Learn the tricks to add dimension and realism to the […]

Bat Treat Boxes

These bats are adorable and hold a candy surprise inside. Any child would love to make (or receive!) these for […]

Tissue Paper Flowers

These pretty flowers are super easy for kids to make and look great in a vase! Perfect as a homemade […]

Decoupage Pumpkin Treat Cup

Turn a purchased cup of treats into an adorable pumpkin using decoupage techniques and catalog pages. A great craft for […]

Halloween Coffin Treat Box

This cute coffin box is perfect way to gift spooky treats for Halloween. It’s easy with the printable templates.

Peekaboo Cats

These beautiful black cats are simple to make and create a stunning display when combined. Perfect for “C Week”, Halloween, […]

Rainbow Name Art Ornament

Create a cool rainbow ornament that features your own name. Everybody’s looks completely different!

Paper Pumpkin Craft

Dress up your Halloween with 3 dimensional paper pumpkin decorations. These pumpkins are simple to make – all you need […]

Footprint Flying Witch

Using your child’s foot, some paint and paper scraps, you can make this adorable witch this Halloween!

Monster Treat Bags

All dressed up and ready to hold your party treats, these monster bags will work perfectly for a Halloween party […]

Three Little Pigs Playset

Turn empty cardboard tubes into the Three Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf. Follow the directions to make three […]

Toothy Pumpkins

These toothy pumpkins are so cute and each is one of a kind! Simple instructions will have your kids creating […]

Football Paper Chain

Decorate for a sport-themed party or for the big game with this football paper chain. Use the printable or simply […]

Coffee Filter Folklorico Dancer

Turn dyed coffee filters and construction paper into a beautiful folklorico dancer. This is the perfect craft to celebrate Mexican […]

Tissue Paper Acorn

Need another great fall craft idea? Why not make a this tissue paper acorn? You probably remember making similar tissue […]

Owl Cards

These owl cards are as easy to make as they are cute! Start with patterned paper or construction paper and […]

Twirly Triangle Box

Make your own Twirly Triangle Boxes using this printable.  These boxes are wonderful to hold party favors, to use as […]

Paper Quilt

Turn patterned paper scraps into beautiful paper quilts. This fun activity has so much room for creativity. Every quilt looks […]

Camping Memory Game

This clever memory game is made from paper and cardboard, with a fun camping theme. Find all the items needed […]

Name Skeleton

Turn your name into a skeleton, perfect for Halloween! This is a great activity for a group or class setting, […]

Faux Stained Glass Candy Corn

This cute sun catcher is made from tissue paper and construction paper. It’s a great fall or Halloween project for […]

Paper Mice

Make some quick and cute mice using construction paper, yarn, and a googly eye! This would be a fun project […]

Q is for Quail

Are you looking for a craft for Q Week? Or perhaps you’re studying about state symbols? Maybe you’re just a […]

Paper Witch Legs

Use scraps of cardstock and bits of lace to make some adorable witch legs. A fun Halloween decoration for your […]

Peanut Picnic Ants

Transform peanut shells into a trail of ants at a picnic. Take peanuts along on an actual picnic, save the […]

Paint and Stuff Football

These big paper footballs are made from recycled materials you probably have at home and are easy enough for even […]

Police Car

Enhance a study of Community Helpers with this fun police car craft. It’s easy to do with just a little […]

Monster Party Hats

Super cute and easy to make, these monster hats will be a hit at any party. Cheap party hats are […]

Corn Wreath

Even the little ones can get in on the fun of making these beautiful harvest corn wreaths! All you need […]

Scrap Paper Seahorse

Don’t throw out those scraps of patterned paper! Turn them into a colorful and whimsical seahorse, inspired by the artwork […]

Sandwich Box Monster

Sandwich Box Monster Who knew the empty box that holds your sandwich bags could make such a cute little monster? […]

Painted Planets

This fun collage starts with painting contact paper in various colors. Assemble them on construction paper, either realistically or using […]

Footprint Bird

These adorable little footprint birdies are really easy and make a great keepsake. Frame a set to give to Grandma […]

Desktop Organizer

Desktop Organizer Kids can make this adorable desktop organizer to hold all their supplies! Cubbies on top hold glue, erasers, […]

Space Ship Pinata

Turn an ice cream cone pinata into a space ship at warp speed. Great for a birthday party.

3D Bubble Wrap Printed Pineapple

Use bubble wrap and paint to print fun, tropical-colored pineapples. Any age or ability can make this simple, but lovely, […]

Emoji Piñata Gift Box

Piñatas are tons of fun for special occasions like birthdays, but they usually get whacked and thrown away. Instead, make […]

Yawn Craft

Need a craft that starts with the Letter Y? Try this cute Yawn Craft!

Pigeon Puppet

If your little one loves books by Mo Willems, then this is a great construction paper craft for you! The […]

Paper Elephant

This standing elephant is made from a single sheet of construction paper. A fun and easy craft for school-age children.

Decoupage Light Bulb Bird

Brightly colored tissue paper and recycled light bulbs are turned into friendly fliers! Hang them in the trees to add […]

Hawaiian Shirt Card

Make these Hawaiian Shirt cards as invitations to a luau or beach-themed party… or just for fun! Best suited for […]

One Point Perspective Name Art

Learn one point perspective with this name art project. Once you’ve mastered the technique, apply it to landscapes to make […]

Thumbprint Fireflies

Make a jar full of fireflies using your thumbprints! A cute summertime paper painting project the kids will love.

Tissue Paper Pineapple

Make this fluffy dimensional pineapple using construction paper and tissue paper. The most fun part is giving it a haircut […]

3-D Stars

Make 3-D stars out of construction paper or scrapbook paper to decorate for your July 4th celebration. Hang them individually […]

Desert Sunset

Create a beautiful desert sunset scene. This project is inexpensive, easy, and requires only basic craft materials.

Cardboard Tube Fish in a Bowl

Learn how to make these cute fish out of cardboard tubes. The tutorial includes the bowl pattern and a coloring […]

Ice Cream Sandwich Craft

This googly-eyed ice cream sandwich couldn’t be cuter! It’s a quick and easy construction paper craft that’s perfect for summer.

Succulent Cards

Learn how to draw and color all sorts of succulents with this fun tutorial and handy printable. Then turn your […]