Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cardboard Tube Minions

Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into adorable minions using a printable pattern and construction paper. This is a great activity for […]

Patriotic Denim Heart

Turn old jeans into an adorable patriotic heart! This easy project is a great way for kids to learn and […]

Cardboard Tube Moose

Turn an empty cardboard tube into a moose. This cute craft is fun to do and uses something that might […]

Worm Pencil Holder

This Worm Pencil Holder is a great way to get little bookworms crafting! Kids of all ages will enjoy this […]

Paint Chip Mosaic

Make a beautiful mosaic using leftover paint chips. The project is just as nice when you use cardstock, patterned paper, […]

Chenille Stem Ring Toss Game

Colorful Chenille stems are twisted into rings for tossing onto numbered plastic bottles – whoever makes the highest score wins! […]

Cardboard Tube Tin Man

Turn a cardboard tube into the Tin Man from Wizard of Oz. The tutorial includes links to make Dorothy and […]

Cardboard Star-Spangled Banner

This Star-Spangled Banner project combines math, history and art to make a replica of the flag that inspired Francis Scott […]

Colorful Clothespin Airplane

Turn clothespins and craft sticks into adorable airplanes. This colorful airplane craft will be a hit with your little ones.

Bottle Ring Toss Game

Make a ring toss game from glass bottles and embroidery hoops.  This portable game is perfect for a picnic in the park […]

Sweet Tooth Pouch

Turn candy wrappers into funky one-of-a kind carry all pouches. This is a great project for tweens and teens who […]

Cardboard Tube Rocket

Turn an empty cardboard tube into a fun toy rocket. Use your imagination as you zoom these to the moon!

Paper Cup Terrarium

Make mini terrariums using paper and plastic cups. This project is a fun and pretty way to grow plants from […]

Bottle Birdfeeder

Make a simple bird feeder from an empty water bottle. Your feathered friends will love it!

Decoupage Scout Sign

The next time you shop at your favorite store and come home with a paper bag, cut out the logo […]

Kids Camp Lantern

Turn a water bottle into a fun pretend play accessory that is perfect for your next camping party. There are […]

Cardboard Tube Horse

Make this cute horse from chenille stems and cardboard tubes! It’s a great recycling project.  

Tissue Box Doggie

This adorable dog is made from a recycled tissue box, some cardboard tubes and scrapbook paper. Use it to hold […]

Money Gift for Graduation

This adorable graduate is hiding a gift of money. It’s really easy to make – can you guess what recycled […]

Hard Boiled Snorkeler

This hard-boiled snorkeler is ready for a dip! This project is a fun and unexpected twist on traditional egg dyeing.

Silk Tie Dyed Easter Eggs

Use old silk ties and scarves to create beautifully patterned Easter eggs! There is no messing round with dyes that […]

Egg Carton Chicks

Turn an egg carton into a flock of colorful chicks. It’s easy to do and they make a great decoration […]

Cardboard Tube Moses

Turn a cardboard tube into a model of Moses! Then use your finished Moses craft during Sunday School, a Passover […]

Easter Diorama

Make these Easter dioramas by creating tiny scenes from pictures cut from magazines or postcards and assembling them in recycled […]

Bottle Cap Magnet Ladybugs

Turn bottle caps into the cutest ladybugs! They’re magnets, so you can stick them on the fridge, a locker, or […]

Torn Newspaper Giraffe

Paint several pages of newspaper, then use them to create this cute giraffe. It’s a fun project that’s great for […]

Chirpy Chicks

Add some whimsy to your spring decorations with these adorable chicks. Start by making your own pom poms, then dress […]

Cardboard Handbags

These adorable bags are made from corrugated cardboard. Decorate them with colorful papers, beads, and gems to make a one-of-a-kind, […]

Eggshell Easter Collage

Don’t throw away those Easter egg shells – use them to make pretty collages. What a fun way to use […]

Foam Cup Safari Animals

Make an adorable set of safari animals (monkey, giraffe and tiger) with foam cups! They’re fun to make and are […]

Cardboard Tube Walrus

Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable walrus. Kids will love working with paint, pipe cleaners, yarn, and googly […]

Marshmallow Catapults

Have some fun with physics by making your own catapult from simple household items. Challenge the family to see who […]

Newspaper Party Hats

Recycle newspaper into these fun party hats! A great craft for a girl’s birthday party or any time she wants […]

Torn Newspaper Lion

Paint newspaper and then tear it to make this friendly lion. This project is great for developing fine motor skills […]

Torn Newspaper Monkey

Make an adorable monkey out of painted and torn newspaper. It’s fun to do and a great recycling project.

Rainbow Rain Stick

Turn a cardboard tube into a rainbow rain stick. This simple craft is lots of fun for a rainy day, […]

Easter Egg Napkin Rings

Turn colored images into Easter egg napkin rings to dress up the holiday table. Can you guess what common recyclable […]

Indoor Putting Green

With a cardboard box, an old green towel and a plastic cup, you can create a homemade putting green! This […]

Oz-Inspired Hot Air Balloons

These beautiful Oz-inspired hot air balloons are made with old light bulbs. This trash-to-treasure craft is perfect for a bedroom […]

Wookie Birdhouse

Help your Star Wars fan turn an empty milk or juice carton into a cute Wookie Birdhouse. It’s a great […]

Car-Themed Valentine Box

Skip the frilly Valentine’s Day decorations and make a car-themed Valentine’s Day box. This project starts with a recycled cardboard […]

Oatmeal Container Drum

Turn an ordinary oatmeal container into a functional drum that doubles as a snack carrier! Felt helps control the sound, […]

Water Bottle Penguin

Turn an old water bottle and a few other household materials into an eco-friendly penguin. It’s a fun craft for […]

Painted Newspaper Tiger

This painted newspaper tiger is fun for Chinese New Year, a Cub Scout meeting, or an animal-themed party. It’s inexpensive […]

Wild for You, Valentine

Kids will go wild over these fun animal-themed, candy free valentines. The printable includes Valentine’s Day messages featuring a camel, […]

Cardboard Tube Ninja Turtles

Looking for a fun Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle craft to do with your kids? Check out this super easy toilet […]

Chalkboard Valentines

Write a sweet message to your favorite valentine on these chalkboard hearts. Using chalkboard paint, cardboard and pages from an […]

No-Sew Fabric Scrap Frames

Use up all those small fabric scraps from previous projects by creating your own colorful picture frames. Kids will love […]

Cereal Box Valentine Holder

Recycle cereal boxes into fun and festive valentine holders. It’s a fun weekend or classroom project, just in time for […]

Changing Faces Cardboard Tube Dolls

Happy…sad…mad… these cardboard tube dolls are perfect for teaching emotions to young children. The ability to change faces on these […]

Cork Penguin

An old cork gets a new life as a cute penguin! It’s a fun craft for a cold winter’s day.

Puzzle Piece Peace Wreath

Remember Martin Luther King Jr. with this puzzle piece peace wreath, inspired by his famous Dream speech. This is a […]

Cardboard Tube Star Garland

Use cardboard tubes and any sort of embellishments you like to make this pretty star garland. It’s a wonderful decoration […]