Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Summer Herb Garden

Upcycle old window screens to make this cool summer herb garden. It’s a fun project for the whole family to […]

Bottle-Stamped Flowers

Use an empty soda bottle to create these cute stamped flowers. This is a fun craft for all ages to do.

Milk Jug Bat Masks

Don’t throw out those milk jugs! They’re the perfect materials to make these fun bat masks for Halloween, a themed […]

Exploding Art

Grab the kids and head outdoors for this super fun exploding art project! IEach one is completely different.

Origami Organizer

Create a cool organizer for jewelry, office supplies or small craft materials. Use the technique and your origami skills to make […]

Cork Sailboats

Get ready for summer sailing adventure play at home or at the seaside. These adorable little boats are easy to […]

Spoon and Mirror Wall Decor

Create a one-of-a-kind decoration using plastic spoons and mirrors. Follow the directions exactly or use your own creativity to make […]

Margarine Tub Boat

Set sail on your next fun craft! This Margarine Tub Boat is a great project for summer.

Plastic Spoon Peacock

This stunning peacock is made from plastic spoons and cotton swabs. It’s easy to do and looks spectacular!

Space Sensory Bottle

This sensory bottle is filled with black gravel, rocks, and space-themed toys. Kids can also use it as an I-Spy […]

Fairy Jar Night Light

This pretty Fairy Jar is easy to make and lasts for months or years. Just periodically replace the battery-operated tea lights. Make […]

Simple String Busy Bag

This simple string activity is easy to put together as a busy bag activity. It creates many open-ended play possibilities.

Cheerios Self Portraits

Using cereal to create self portraits is a great way for kids to celebrate their individuality. It’s a fun craft […]

Aluminum Can Vase

Turn an empty aluminum can into a colorful vase! This easy recycling project is great fun for kids of all […]

Fish Magnets

Recycle a foam meat tray into adorable fish magnets. You can even recycle those old magnets you’ve had on your […]

Plastic Bag Earrings

This unique pair of earrings is made from a plastic bag! What a fun way to reuse something that would otherwise […]

Painted Trays

Use paint and tape to add pretty geometric patterns to trays. It’s easy to do and the possibilities are endless.

Crib Rails Planter

When it’s time to convert the crib to a toddler bed, turn the rails into a vertical planter. After an […]

DIY Marble Maze

Use drinking straws to construct a really cool maze for marbles. Time how long it takes to get the marbles […]

Pickle Jar Vase

It only takes a few minutes to turn an empty pickle jar into a beautiful vase. It’s an inexpensive and […]

CD Campfire

Recycle an old CD and make this fabulous miniature campfire! This is great fun for kids who love roasting marshmallows in […]

Grocery Sack Book

Turn brown paper sacks into interactive books! Each page has pockets to place treasures, notes or other memorabilia.

Upcycled Jar

Turn an inexpensive toothbrush holder and an empty glass jar into a cute container to hold practically anything. It’s easy to […]

Recycled Vase Craft

Turn empty baby shampoo bottles into a beautiful set of vases! They’re easy to customize with your favorite colors.

Recycled Wishes Jar

It’s dandelion season. This Recycled Wishes Jar turns those fluffy white seeds into a magic potion to send your wish on […]

Cardboard Bird Feeder

Make this bird feeder using cardboard, sticks and seeds. It’s a fun and easy spring or summer craft for kids

Mexican Flag Pinata

Mexican Flag Pinata Celebrating Mexican heritage with a Cinco de Mayo party? Then you won’t want to miss this fun […]

Trash to Treasure Strawberry

Have you ever wondered what to do with the containers that come from gumball machines? One option is to turn […]

Strawberry Piñata

Make your own strawberry piñata with just a few simple supplies. Because a strawberry is shaped like a balloon, it’s […]

Twine-Wrapped Succulent Pot

Wrap an empty pot with twine and use it to plant some beautiful succulents. This inexpensive project makes a wonderful […]

Mini Piñata Mariachi

This adorable mariachi is a miniature piñata in disguise. It all starts with a cardboard tube.

Cactus Piñata

Turn cardboard and crepe paper into a festive cactus piñata! It’s great fun for Cinco de Mayo or any fiesta.

Cork Dolls

It’s easy to turn corks and scraps of fabric into cute little dolls! Each one has its own personality.

Flower Panels

Turn cardboard and plastic wrap into beautiful flower panels. This is a wonderful project to do during spring.

Grass Crown for Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day with a Grass Crown made from a paper bag. This easy craft is great fun for toddlers […]

Fairy House Night Lights

These cute fairy house night lights are made from recycled bottles. They’re so adorable and easy to modify with your […]

Tissue Paper Fringe Flowers

Create pretty fringe flowers with a unique base made from something you might otherwise throw away. Choose your favorite colors […]

Nature Exploration Journal

Turn a paper bag into your own nature journal! This craft inspires kids to get out and explore with 40+ […]

Mason Jar Nightlight

Kids will love making their own simple nightlight from an empty jar. Choose your own colors of glitter or paint!

Cardboard Drawer Organizers

Organize desk or dresser drawers with organizers made from cardboard boxes. Arrange them to perfectly fit your space, then decorate them with your […]

Easter Egg Tea Cups

Don’t throw out those plastic Easter eggs just yet. These teacups are very easy to make and lots of fun […]

Bunnies on a stick

Bunnies on a stick are fun for pretend play, puppet shows, or simply as Easter decorations. Make them from cardboard, […]

Wooden Spoon Shark Toy

Use a wooden spoon to make a cute shark toy that actually bites! The fish is made from a sock.

Recycled Easter Bunny Craft

Repurpose an empty plastic container to make a cute Easter bunny craft. It’s really easy to do and costs practically […]

Bunny Easter Box

Make an adorable bunny-shaped Easter box out of cardboard. This durable box can be used year after year to hold decorations […]

Bark Vase

Use fallen tree bark to create a gorgeous vase that brings the outdoors in. Can you guess what other repurposed […]

Cardboard Tube Frozen Elsa

Fans of Frozen will love making this adorable Elsa paper tube doll. It starts with an empty cardboard tube.

Recycled Puppet Doll

Turn recycled items into a dancing puppet doll! This handmade toy is great fun, with so much room for creativity.

Floral Monogram

Re-purpose empty cardboard boxes to create your own floral monogram. This colorful piece of artwork is a lot of fun […]

Cardboard Road

Turn a cardboard box into a road for kids to drive toy cars. It’s so much fun and there’s so […]

Computer Diskette Pencil Cup

If you have old computer diskettes sitting around, repurpose them into a fun pencil cup. This retro project is fun […]

Cardboard Heart Garland

Create very easy a heart garland with recycled cardboard. It looks beautiful and costs basically nothing!

K Cup Snowman

Use full K-Cups to make a fun winter gift for someone special. Or, use recycled K-Cups to make a snowman […]

Homemade Glycerin Soap

Use recycled plastic packaging to make these easy homemade soaps. They make great gifts and are a fun activity to […]

Cardboard Heart Decoration

Turn cardboard into a pretty heart-shaped decoration for Valentine’s Days or any time. It’s easy to do and costs practically […]

Upcycled Tissue Paper Heart

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this pretty tissue paper heart. It’s a great way to reuse some of that Christmas […]