Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Octopus Puppet

Turn a paper bag into a fun octopus puppet! This project is easy enough for the youngest of crafters.

Fish Eating Shark Toy

This quick and easy game can be made in just minutes using a few supplies and a free printable.

Shark Memory Game

This game has different skill levels, and can be played on the floor or a large table or, for a […]

Sharknado Paper Plate Mobile

Use paper plates and a free shark printable to make this mobile for your bedroom or classroom. Great for a […]

Cereal Box Beads

Don’t recycle those cereal boxes just yet! Use them to make pretty paper beads.

Paper Llama

Follow the step-by-step directions to learn how to draw a llama. Use your cute llama to make an unique and fun […]

Crocodile Paper Craft

Children can snip, snip away to create a scaly little paper crocodile. This easy project is a lot of fun!

Canada Goose

Making a Canada Goose craft is not difficult when you break it down to simple shapes. This is a fun […]

Dollar Bill Origami Crown

Make a cool origami crown using two dollar bills!  A fun project for kids with some origami experience.

Origami Secret Note

Send a message to someone special into this fun origami envelope.  This would make a memorable and unique way to give […]

Boats in the Sea

Fold paper, decorate it, paint the sea, and cut out a sun to make these cute boat scenes!  This tutorial […]

Paper Beads

Having fun making your own beads out of paper, cardstock, and even cereal boxes.  The tutorial includes printable templates for […]

High-heeled Origami Shoes

Make cute fashion-forward high-heeled shoes out of paper. A fun project for girls with some origami experience.

Fingerprint Memory Game

Create your own memory game using cute fingerprint characters, inspired by Ed Emberley.  Just as fun to make as it […]

Juice Box Owl

Turn a juice box into an adorable owl, using paper, felt, pumpkin seeds and cotton!  A fun way to use something […]

Easy Pop-Up Cards

Learn how to create beautiful pop-up cards and invitations, perfect for a variety of occasions.  This easy-to-make card is for […]

Mason Jar Sippy Cups

Make custom paper lids for mason jar cups that actually WORK!  Easy to customize for any occasion.

Patriotic Utensil Holder

It’s fun and easy to turn empty tissue boxes into cute utensil holders!  Perfect for July 4th or any other occasion.

Gyrocopters

Discover how helicopters work with this fun, easy, and inexpensive science experiment. All you need are paper, scissors, and paperclips!

Paint Chip Birthday Card

After painting a room, put the unused paint chips to good use by making cards. Try a simple birthday candle […]

Paper Flower Bouquet

Brighten any room this paper flower bouquet!  They are easy to do, last indefinitely, and make a wonderful gift.

Cake Bunting

This cake bunting is insanely easy and quick to make. It’s perfect for a graduate, a birthday (replace the numbers with […]

DIY Envelopes

All you need to make a cute envelope is a plain piece of computer paper and washi tape!  This project is […]

Matisse-Style Cutout Art

Teach kids about Henri Matisse with this fun paper cutting art project!  There’s so much room for creativity.

Candy Wrapper Origami Butterflies

Transform candy wrappers into beautiful origami butterflies!  A fun way to introduce kids to origami, using something that would otherwise […]

Origami Swan

Origami is one of the most inexpensive crafts a kid can do. This swan is a great project to help young […]

Me & My Peeps Felt Board

Use the printable and patterns to create your own felt board dolls that you can embellish and personalize.  They also make […]

Origami Turtle

Fold a cute origami turtle in only 8 steps!  Use colorful origami paper or solid-colored copy paper.

Bubble Wrap Calendar

Help the kids make their own bubble wrap calendar!  It’s so fun to pop each day.  Adapt this idea for a […]

Sculpted Paper Flower Gift Bag

Turn plain white gift bags into gorgeous monochromatic paper flower sculptures for just a few cents.  These elegant bags are […]

Printable Monster Lacing Cards

Lacing cards are the perfect way for toddlers and preschoolers to develop find motor skills. This post provides you with […]

Rubber Band Stamps

You can make your own stamps using different sized rubber bands and just about anything for a base.  Easy, fun […]

Rainbow Sponge Painting

Paint a beautiful rainbow using a sponge. Great for a study of weather or for some rainy day cheer!

Mannequin Head Make Over

Recycle an old magazine and upcycle your old Styrofoam Head at the same time. The results I got are amazing.

Spiderman Party Bag

Follow the instructions to make party bags that any Spiderman fan will love! The post also includes ideas for Spiderman […]

Bunny Treat Bags

Turn a lunch bag and cupcake liners into an adorable bunny treat bag. A great way to give an Easter […]

Paper Bunny Pops

This bunny lollipop craft is inexpensive, fun, and so cute! A quick and easy activity for Easter.

Dyed Paper Towels

Don’t throw away your extra dye once the eggs are colored! Use it for a fun activity that combines art […]

Printable Bunny Napkin Rings

Add some fun to your Easter table with super easy, free printable bunny napkin rings. Simply print, cut out, write […]

Make Your Own Watercolors

Children can create their own watercolors, exploring how tissue paper releases color. Soak non-colorfast tissue paper in water and use […]

Bunny Bookmark

Turn envelopes into cute bunny bookmarks! When the book is closed, the little bunny ears stick out to mark your […]

Colorful Easter Cross

Kids make little balls from colored crepe paper and they glue it to their cross! it’s a fun VBS or […]

Thumbprint Easter Chicks

Looking to craft something cute with your kids this Easter? These adorable thumbprint chicks are easy to make. Two steps, […]

Carrot Cupcake Toppers

These toppers are a clever way to decorate carrot cake (or any other type of cake). They add a fun […]