Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Light Bulb Santa

This classic craft takes on a life of its own when you paint Santa’s face on a light bulb. Your […]

Easy Snowman Ornament

This easy-to-make snowman ornament started as a baby food jar. This recycling project is lots of fun and inexpensive to […]

Sequin Suncatcher Ornament

Hot glue is the secret to making this sparkly suncatcher that doubles as a Christmas ornament. Use red, green, and […]

Mason Jar Lid Snowman

This cute snowman made from mason jar canning bands is sure to be a conversation piece. Part rustic, part modern, […]

Paint Chip Feathers

Make your own feather shaped gift tags out of old paint chips. Use them to decorate packages or for a […]

Cardboard Tube Cowardly Lion

Turn a cardboard tube and faux fur into a magnificent lion! Whether you prefer a realistic lion or a character […]

Bottle Cap Matching Game

How awesome to make your own matching/memory game, using recycled beer or pop bottle caps. Kids can choose any theme […]

Egg Carton Advent Calendar

This Christmas, make a fun advent calendar using an empty egg carton. It’s quick and easy, but the fun lasts […]

Toy Camera

Turn empty boxes, spools and tubes into adorable toy cameras! A fun gift box for photography enthusiasts or a great […]

Milk Jug Garage

Kids will have as much fun building this car garage as they will have playing with it. The best part […]

Egg Carton Masks

The kids will love spending an afternoon making masks from egg cartons!  They are easy to make with lots of […]

Clothespin Catapult

Your kids will love making this simple catapult and launching items into the air. You can set up a bucket […]

Egg Carton Bat

Reuse an old egg carton and make a whole family of cute bats! These would look great hanging from one […]

Halloween Candy Jars

Create a festive Halloween jar that’s fun to display or give as a gift. It starts with an empty jar […]

Cardboard Tube Snake

These cute snakes couldn’t be easier! Paint, cut and decorate your way to a fun and colorful snake, perfect for […]

Plastic Cup Crow

This cute little crow is a perfect fall craft. It’s made from cups and paint and is really easy to […]

Egg Carton Cup Eyeballs

Get creative and turn these creepy eyeballs into a pin to wear. Or add a magnet and display them on […]

Decorated Bottle

Turn empty bottles into something you’ll be proud to display using a few simple materials. It’s a fun recycling project […]

Headband Holder

Organize headbands and other hair accessories with this simple DIY project. It’s fun to make and solves a problem that […]

Cardboard Tube Princess Crown

Make the little girl in your life feel just like a star with an adorable cardboard tube princess crown! It’s […]

Clothespin Art Center

Made from clothespins and crayon wrappers this is a fun way to display your kids’ artwork! A great homework holder […]

Recycled Zippered Snack Box

Turn empty plastic bottles into cute and useful snack containers. They are perfect for holding snacks or treats, office supplies, […]

Water Bottle Flowers

Recycle the entire bottle, wrapper and all, when you make this fun craft. With a different fabric choice, you can […]

DIY Viking Ship

Make the Vikings come alive by recreating a longship for your kids to play in! Made from recycled cardboard and […]

Bottle Cap Tambourine

Making musical instruments is always fun! Using recycled bottle caps and paper plates, you can make your own tambourine.

Alligator Affirmations Box

Turn empty cardboard tubes, egg cartons and other recyclables into an adorable alligator. Fill him with daily affirmations to build […]

Marker Caddy

Turn empty cardboard tubes and a box into a handy marker caddy! Decorate with construction paper, stickers, markers, tape, paint, […]

Egg Carton Caterpillar

Friendly caterpillars made from Styrofoam eggs cups and filled with jingle bells – a homemade rattle for little hands! Adults […]

Craft Stick Shelves

These geometric wall shelves are not only functional, but they’re beautiful as well. This stick shelf project is so easy and […]

Egg Carton School Bus

Make this school bus from a recycled egg carton container, some paint, paper and pictures from a magazine. You can […]

Recycled Storage Containers

Turn empty cans into handy storage containers to hold paintbrushes and markers, makeup, office supplies, or whatever else you need […]

Sequined CD Fish

A fun way to use up those old CD’s and DVD’s you have lying around. Turn them into sparkly fish!

Jellyfish in a Bottle

This is a totally creative and fun project made from a plastic bottle and a plastic grocery bag! Video below.

Milk Jug Piggy Bank

Don’t recycle those empty milk jugs and toilet paper rolls just yet… use them to make this adorable piggy bank! […]

Clothespin Button Racers

Racecars made from everyday household items. Boys and girls can challenge each other to show who can build the fastest […]

Cargo Ship

Just cut off a corner of a plastic file, put a toothpick through it to keep the shape, and put […]

Aged Terracotta Pots

Create the look of distressed, white-washed terracotta pots, then use them to plant your favorite flowers or vegetables. These aged […]

Fish in the Sea Counting Game

Your kids can make and decorate their own game board, then play a game that helps reinforce their counting skills. […]

Grow Garden Sign

Create a darling sign for a potting bench or other garden location. You can use the same simple technique for […]

Paper Aloe Vera Plant

Create a faux aloe vera plant using paper. This clever and inexpensive craft starts with cereal boxes and straws.

Egg Carton Flower Pendant Light

We’re getting creative and turning egg cartons into flower pendant lights! Teenage girls will love making these pretty lights to […]

Decorated Jewelry Box

Take plain boxes to the next level by decorating them with gems, rhinestones, or other baubles. They’re perfect to store […]

Ten Apples Up on Top Craft

Fans of Dr. Seuss’ classic “Ten Apples Up on Top” will love this activity that is fun to make and […]

Magazine Mosaic Flag

Celebrate Memorial Day, Flag Day, July 4th or any patriotic occasion with these fun mosaic flags. They’re a simple way […]

Go Team! Pennant

Wave your team to victory with these team pennants. A frugal craft made from cardboard tubes and construction paper, the […]

Cereal Box Planter

Can you believe this trendy planter starts with a cereal box?! Whip up a bunch of these recycled, budget-friendly planters.

Tissue Box Tattle Monster

The Tattle Monster is a friendly little monster ready to listen and gobble up those unwanted tattles young kids so […]

Cork American Flag

It doesn’t get any more patriotic than the American flag. Not only is this cork craft cute, but it’s inexpensive, […]

Coloring Page Gift Box

Create a one-of-a-kind gift box using a completed coloring page. It’s a great way to show off your colored creations!

Plastic Bottle Bird Feeder

Welcome the birds to your garden with this plastic bottle bird feeder. This recycling project is lots of fun for […]

Cork Boats

Make boats from corks, craft sticks and craft foam. If the weather is warm, sail them in a pool or […]