Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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T-shirt Backpack

Kids can turn their old t-shirts into a usable backpack with this tutorial from Family Fun. Parents may need to […]

Paint Chip Bookmark

Recycle those paint chips into bookmarks after your painting project is finished. Fun and colorful bookmarks to use in the […]

Mosaic Scrap Cards

Make these fun greeting cards from card stock and recycled magazine pages. Mosaics are a great way to show kids […]

Patriotic Can Wind Sock

These windsocks are recycled from old tin cans and created to celebrate our patriotic holidays. You can display them all […]

Beaded Wind Chimes

Using a recycled plastic lid, some yarn, pony beads and bells you can create this pretty wind chime to hang […]

Game Day Noise Maker

Whether it’s their big brother’s football game or watching the game with dad on television, kids will love shaking their […]

Shoe Box Doll House

Let your little girl’s imagination run wild as she decorates her own little doll house using a shoe box and […]

Recycled Paper Bird Mobile

Turn your old magazines into a beautiful paper bird mobile. A nice project for mom to make to hang in […]

Cardboard Tube Aliens

Gather up those empty cardboard tubes, some googly eyes, and random scraps to make a fun collection of aliens. Your […]

Upcycled Neon Vase

Recycle glass jars and junk mail into a fun and bright neon vase. Kids love bright colors, so allow their […]

Colored Eggshell Art

Make an art project using colored egg shells for Easter or any time of year! Kids will love creating their […]

Washi Tape Pen Holder

Here are instructions for how to make your own pretty pen holders with washi tape. Washi tape is a fun […]

Tie Dye T-shirt Jewelry

Make tie dye jewelry out of braided t-shirt strings. Great way to recycle old stained t-shirts. This is a really […]

Doll Sized School Locker

How to make a fun school locker for American Girl Dolls and other 18″ dolls using the box they came […]

Water Blast Carnival Game

Use inexpensive items to make your own carnival games for your next party! Games like Water Blast – We nailed […]

Jar Lanterns

Recycle glass jars and colorful candy wrappers to make these beautiful jar lanterns. An easy project for kids of all […]

Book Page Pinwheels

Pinwheels are easy to make and are perfect for party favors, decor, or photo props! Read on to learn how […]

Pencil Holder Teacher Gift

Make this cute pencil holder for a teacher back-to-school gift! Simply cover a container with chalkboard paint and embellish with […]

Homemade Find It Toy

Use items from around the house to create a fun toy that will keep your child entertained during car rides […]

Back to School Teacher Gift

Make a cute container for your favorite teacher with things you have around the house! It is super easy to […]

Bag Tag Olympic Medals

Wrap round product-tags with shiny foil, decorate, and then lace onto a shiny string…Presto! You have Olympic medals. Kids of […]

Lined Snack Bag

A quick and easy sewing project suitable for beginners. Recycle plastic shopping bags to create a water-resistant liner and use […]

Itsy Bitsy Books

Celebrate back-to-school with these adorable itsy bitsy book pendants. A great way to recycle, these pendants are created from a […]

Cardboard Stackers

Cardboard Stackers are not only fun to play with…the stackers keep the kids’ minds busy thinking and reasoning while building […]

Lunch Money Locket

Kids can keep their lunch money safe and sound by recycling a tin into a stylish necklace. Boys and girls […]

Food Box Wallet

Don’t throw away those bright and colorful food boxes. Instead, grab the opportunity to craft with your kids and turn […]

Cardboard Mailbox

Turn an ordinary cardboard box mailbox in just a few quick and easy steps. Fun for hours of imaginative play.

Miniature Table for Two

Turn plastic spoons and other recyclable items from around the house into a miniature table and chairs, perfect for a […]

T-Shirts with Sole

Make your own custom-designed t-shirts using fabric paint, a stencil, and the sole of a shoe! A great wearable art […]

Dino Land Suitcase

Turn a suitcase into a prehistoric wonderland that your kids will play with for hours on end. Add some dinosaurs […]

Compost Bin

This very simple compost bin gives you the opportunity to try composting without too much commitment, cost, or space needed. […]

Harry Potter Magic Wand

Make fantastic wizard wands with 3 simple things you probably already have- paper, hot glue and paint. Kids will have […]

Recycled Box Notepads

Recycle colorful food boxes to turn them into handy dandy little notebooks. A great craft for summer camp, sleepovers or […]

Travel Activity Box

Planning a long trip in the car? Keep the kids busy by creating a travel activity box – its full […]

Homemade Drum

Recycle a cardboard oatmeal container and turn it into a drum with just a few items from around the house. […]

Washi Tape Bicycle Helmet

Use washi tape to turn an ordinary bike helmet into something your child will beg to wear! Boys and girls […]

#1 Dad Olympic Medal

Dad will feel like an Olympic winner when he wears this medal. Not only for Dads, though, the medals can […]

Beach Glass Bottles

Make your own beach or sea glass bottles using Mod Podge and dirt! A fun way to add some texture […]

Shell Butterflies

Fun at the beach always mean coming home with a bucketful of shells. The kids can turn their beach treasures […]

Bottle Cap Snake Toy

Don’t throw away all of those plastic bottle caps. Instead, with a little help from paint and fabric scraps, turn […]

Recycled Jar Terrariums

Grab the chance to teach your kids about the outdoors with this easy, frugal, terrarium project. No fancy globes needed…recycle […]

Wool Bangle

Wrap an old bangle in rainbow wool to turn it into a new bangle! Find old, outdated jewelry at tag […]

Ribbon Twirler

Recycle a wooden curtain ring into a ribbon twirler by adding strips of brightly colored ribbons. Fun party favors for […]

Easy Headbands

Chances are you already have the items on hand to make these pretty headbands. Recycle old or outgrown clothing to […]

Recycled Aquarium

Using recycled plastic containers and cups, kids can create a one-of-a-kind aquarium. Great for teaching about our oceans and the […]

Water Bottle Wreath

Spend a weekend crafting with the kids…paint recycled water bottles in bright colors to make a summertime wreath. Pretty to […]

Sweatshirt Tote

Turn a favorite old sweatshirt into a workable tote with just a few simple stitches. Great for the pool or […]

Kaleidoscope Berry Boxes

These gorgeous boxes are made from recycled berry boxes. Colored with markers and paint, they are perfect for using as […]

Candy Truck

Made from recycled materials, these trucks have the sweetest job hauling around candy! Boys and girls, alike, will spend hours […]

Pretty Votive Jars

Recycle glass jars into pretty votive jars – great for holding pencils or a few hand-picked flowers, too! A fun […]

Denim Apron

Turn an old pair of jeans into an apron! Great for tweens and teens to wear for crafting or cooking!

Map-Covered Cookie Tubes

With summer vacations not far away, plan ahead for snacks that can be eaten in the car with little trouble. […]

Drive-in Movie Night

June 6 marks Drive-in Movie Night! Follow our simple instructions to create your own drive-in at home, complete with cars […]

Friendship Box

Friendship Box Celebrate Valentine’s Day or Best Friends Day (June 8) with this charming Friendship Box. It holds a special […]

Best Friend Puzzle Necklace

Best friends are priceless – make interlocking puzzle necklaces for the two of you to wear. Personalize them in your […]

Olympic torch

Carry a torch for your own backyard Olympics. This frugal craft is made from items that you probably already have […]