Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Wood Block Dominoes

Make your own dominoes from Jenga game blocks. Two games for the price of one!

No-Sew Superhero Costume

This no-sew superhero costume is really inexpensive and easy to make. It’s perfect for Halloween, a themed party, or pretend […]

Rainbow Bird Wing Costume

Make this beautiful and easy no-sew felt rainbow bird wing costume. It is great for Halloween or pretend play.

Apple Bunting

Turn empty plastic containers and old catalogs and magazines into an adorable apple bunting that is perfect for fall! Each apple […]

Fabric-Covered Headband Holder

Create a cute headband holder using an empty oatmeal container and some fun fabric. It’s easy and such a great way […]

Bottle Vases

Set aside your empty bottles to turn them into beautiful vases featuring dimensional accents. Lots of room for creativity!

Easy Minecraft Costume

Looking for an easy Halloween costume?  Follow the tutorial for a fun and inexpensive way to create your own Steve […]

CD Mummy Craft

Turn an obsolete CD or DVD into an adorable mummy decoration. A great kid’s craft for Halloween!

Denim Lunch Bag

Turn worn-out blue jeans into a cute personalized lunch bag. This is very easy to make and is an excellent […]

Halloween Lanterns

Don’t throw away those empty jars, tubs and other containers! Use scraps of vinyl or tape and your imagination to […]

Decorated Flowerpot

Reuse old cardboard tubes to decorate a fun painted flowerpot! Easy enough for the youngest of crafters.

Recycled Bottle Xylophone

Add water to empty plastic bottles to make a xylophone that really works! As you make it, talk about the […]

Plastic Spoon Maracas

Plastic Spoon Maracas are easy for kids to make and play. Everyone in the class or at the party can […]

Back-to-School Blocks

Transform Jenga blocks into a cool school-themed version! Keep them for your family or to give a set to a […]

Melted Bottle Jewelry

Crafting with shrink plastic can get expensive, but not if you use empty plastic bottles. Turn your decorated shrink art […]

Whimsical Wind Chime

Make a whimsical wind chime from an empty bottle, paint, beads, and any other craft materials you have on hand. […]

Cardboard Ukulele

Use this cool ukulele as party decor for your next luau! Fun and easy to make.

Sea in a Bottle

Entertain babies and toddlers with a Sea in a Bottle! This easy craft is also fun for preschoolers, who will […]

Ocean in a Bottle

Discovery bottles are so much fun! This simple ocean-in-a-bottle activity is a classic that never gets old.

Cardboard Box Castle

Turn an empty diaper box into a pretty pink castle! Not only will your little princess love helping to make this, […]

Medicine Cup Jellyfish

Turn a not-so-fun medicine cup into a very fun project with these jellyfish! They’re easy to make and perfect for a […]

Shark Jewelry Holder

Boys like to wear necklaces, but most jewelry boxes are geared at girls. Make this shark jewelry holder and help […]

Shark Boxes

While originally created for Valentine’s Day to collect cards, this is a fun shark craft in general that kids will […]

Cereal Box Beads

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

Wooden Spoon Princess Wand

Every little girl loves to be a princess. Help your little girl turn an old wooden spoon into a magic […]

Cereal Box Straw Charms

Turn an empty cereal box into cute straw charms. Not only do they dress up a drink, but the charms […]

Coffee Can Bird Feeder

Craft your own coffee can bird feeder using things you probably already have around the house. Then wait and watch […]

Light Bulb Hot Air Balloons

This adorable craft repurposes items that might otherwise be destined for the trash: water bottle caps, light bulbs, and fabric […]

Pac-man Characters

Introduce your kids to Inky, Blinky, Pinky and Clyde with this totally tubular craft that will bring you way back to […]

No-Sew Tote Bag

Turn an old tote bag into something fresh and new with this easy tutorial. All you need is an old […]

Wipes Piggy Bank

Kids can stash their cash in this adorable piggy bank, made from an empty wipes container. It is easy to make with […]

Duct Tape Rose Bouquet

Make a pretty rose bouquet out of duct tape. This is a unique and affordable gift for a special relative, teacher, […]

Spice Jar Solar Lanterns

Decorate your outdoor space this summer or for a special occasion with these solar lanterns! They are easy to make […]

Mint Tin Suitcase

Turn an empty mint tin into a cute suitcase with a little ribbon and glue!  Then use those mini suitcases […]

Paper Beads

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

Bird Feeder

Turn an empty wipes container into an adorable a bird feeder!  A fun craft for spring or any time of […]

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 […]

Doll-Sized Trash Can

Make a little trash can perfectly sized for American Crafts Dolls.  So easy and so cute!

Doll-Sized Volcano Presentation

Make a miniature volcano using an egg carton, then create the rest of the science presentation!  Perfectly sized for American […]

CD Cardinal

Make an adorable cardinal out of an old CD.  A fun way to use something that would otherwise be thrown […]

Doll-Sized Covered Wagon

Make a covered wagon for 18″ dolls (such as American Girls) out of things from around the house.  Fantastic for […]

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.

Straw Holder

Turn a jar into a decorative straw holder with a few simple steps. A jar, lid, screw and knob keep […]

Upcycled Party Tray

Transform Costco boxes into pretty serving trays for a party.  It’s easy enough for kids to do.

Paint Chip Birthday Card

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

Hat Hair Clip

Help your favorite little girl turn a plastic bottle cap into an adorable Hat Hair Clip that she can wear […]

Patriotic Upcycled Cans

Decorate your July 4th table with this fun patriotic craft!  It’s fast and easy to turn empty cans into these […]

Father’s Day Pencil Cup

Turn an empty can into a cool suit and tie pencil holder.  This make a fun gift for Father’s Day or […]

Candy Wrapper Origami Butterflies

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

Soda Can Vase

Use a can opener and paint or tape to turn an aluminum can into a cute vase.  A fun upcycling […]

CD Turtle Craft

Turn an unwanted CD into a charming turtle!  This craft is easy, inexpensive, fast and fun.