Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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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 […]

Paper Witch Legs

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

Paint and Stuff Football

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

Monster Party Hats

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

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

Succulent Cards

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

Ice Cream Sundae Craft

This cute ice cream sundae craft isn’t as tasty as the real thing, as it’s made of construction paper and […]

Colorful Fish Collage

Paint the sea & then add some texture with sponge prints! Paint and cut some colorful fish and glue them […]

Dots ‘n’ Spots

This stunning project is fun, simple, and inexpensive to make. Perfect for a home or school setting, with opportunities to […]

Patriotic Paper Chain

Pair red and white striped paper with blue construction paper, add some stars, and you have a beautiful patriotic paper […]

Father’s Day Rocket Card

Show Dad that he’s “out of this world” by giving him a rocket card personalized with pictures. The printable template […]

Snail Name Art

This easy project uses your name to create the patterns on a snail’s shell. Each person’s name creates a different […]

Three-Panel Card

A three-panel card gives you tons of space for designs, hand-lettering, photos, and messages. Make one today for someone special!

Paper Whale

This adorable blue whale is easy, inexpensive, and quick to make. The instructions are in Bulgarian, but there is a […]

Party Crowns

These easy crowns are made with paper doilies. Young children will love creating their own crown for dress-up fun!

Rolling Tool Box Card

Wish Dad the happiest Father’s Day ever with this cool card. Foiled paper makes it easy and look great.

Queen Bee

This whimsical queen bee is a lot of fun to make. It’s a fun option when you’re searching for a […]

Graduation Cap Card

Way To Go Grad Card Help your favorite grad celebrate his/her achievement by making this homemade card for graduation. It […]

Mixed Media Hamburgers

Use construction paper, yarn, tissue paper, Easter grass and more to create colorful, fun Mixed Media Hamburgers. A great project […]

Printable Paint by numbers

Download and print paint-by-number projects. Create a unique painting by choosing a color combination that will make it stand out.

Decorated Gift Bag

Use pretty scraps of patterned paper to create your own gift bag. It makes the gift that much more special!

Painted Cityscape at Night

Explore hue and value as your mix colors to create this painted cityscape at night. Kids will love carving an […]

Diamond Art Monogram Luggage Tag

Combine paper and leftover Diamond Dotz to create a gorgeous luggage tag featuring your initial. It’s quick and easy and […]

Unicorn Card

Celebrate a special occasion with this adorable pastel unicorn card. Change out the colors for an entirely different look!

Inspirational Cards

Create a set of easy-to-make inspirational cards. Display them all, or choose one each day to motivate you.

Pixelated Name Art

Create unique pixelated name art using square stickers. Make yours a rainbow or choose your favorite colors and a different […]

Paper Poppy Craft

Use the printable and step-by-step directions to make gorgeous paper poppies for Memorial Day. The poppies look stunning wherever you […]

Quilled Cactus Card

Quilling is easy to learn and takes very little time to create something pretty, like this beginner-level cactus card. Give […]

Tissue Paper Corsage

Make tissue paper flower corsages and tissue paper butterflies. Wear them, or use them as gift toppers for Mom, your […]

Mother’s Day Strawberry Card

Show Mom how “berry” special she is with this strawberry card for Mother’s Day. This card is wonderful for Grandparent’s […]

Clothespin Hungry Fish

Make a colorful school of adorable fish using wooden clothespins and scrapbook paper! A fun craft for the kids.

May Day Paper Plate Basket

This pretty May Day basket is lined with flowers and topped with special little handprints. A simple Mother’s Day craft […]