Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Denim Jeans Pocket Tote Bag

Make a kid-sized tote bag from an old pair of jeans and some cotton fabric. It’s the perfect size for […]

Reusable Fabric Tote Bag

Follow the detailed instructions to turn an old tablecloth or sheet into a shopping bag. This unlined, lightweight bag is […]

Little Golden Book Clock

You can turn a Little Golden Book into a clock in less than an hour with a mini quartz clock […]

Organizer Purse From A Drying Mat

This easy-to-sew organizer purse is perfect for carrying books, journals, pens, and anything else an on-the-go girl wants to take […]

Painted Cityscape at Night

Explore hue and value as your mix colors to create this painted cityscape at night. Kids will love carving an […]

Egg-O Math Game

Repurpose an egg carton and turn it into challenging math game. A great way to keep math fresh in their […]

Chenille Stem Ring Toss Game

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

Ladybug Bug Jar

This adorable ladybug bug jar is the perfect spring craft for kids. Not only does it give new life to […]

Coloring Book Cactus Gift Box

Turn your completed coloring pages into one-of-a-kind gift boxes. It’s so easy to do and recipients will surely treasure the […]

Denim Bookmark

Turn denim or other heavyweight fabrics into beautiful bookmarks to keep or give as thoughtful gifts. Learn how to make […]

Play Doh Container Wreath

Looking for something to do with all of those empty little Play Doh containers that have accumulated over the years? […]

Indoor Putting Green

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

Upcycled Sweatshirt Neck Pillow

Turn an outgrown sweatshirt into a super comfortable neck pillow that “hugs” you! This is an easy sewing project and […]

Valentine Snowflake

Decorate your home for Valentine’s Day with pretty valentine snowflakes. Cut from coffee filters, kids of all ages can get […]

Magnetic Activity Board

Keep little ones busy during long car trips or even occupy their time at the doctor’s office with this easy […]

Carpet Golf

Now the kids can play mini golf all year ‘round! Using items from around the house, create a fun course […]

Paper Bag Scarecrow

Scarecrows not only watch crops and brave the weather, but they also make great puppets! Make this friendly scarecrow using […]

DIY Viking Ship

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

Lego Window Valance

Get those Legos out from the bottom of the toy chest and turn them into a fun window treatment! This […]

Statue of Liberty Torch

Celebrate the 4th of July while waving the Statue of Liberty’s torch. Made with simple recycled materials, the flame really […]

Felt Letter Board

Repurpose an old frame to make one of those trendy felt message/letter boards. Teens will love it!

Clothespin Patriotic Wreath

This fun wreath is a great way to display your patriotic spirit. Use clothespins, a wire wreath form and some […]

Turtle from Recycled Containers

To help keep our planet green, we’re crafting using recycled materials. We’ve turned a recycled food container into this friendly […]

Clothespin Mexican Dancing Doll

Clothespin Mexican Dancing Doll Our pretty Mexican dancing doll wears a colorful dress and is ready to dance around to […]

“Sponge” Sweet Treats

Fill up your kids’ play kitchen with delectable sweet treats…all made from sponges! They will have tons fun creating their […]

Recycled Puzzle Piece Earth

Puzzled about what to recycle into an Earth Day craft? Grab those old puzzle and turn them into these Earth-friendly […]

Tin Can Telephone

You remember the old tin can telephone game you played when you were a kid, don’t you? Your parents probably […]

Pencil Birds

These friendly little pencil birds are straight out of Wonderland. Let the kids use their imaginations to come up with […]

Homemade Tea Bags

Did you know you can make your own tea bags filled with your favorite flavors? They make a wonderful gift.

Avocado Sailboat

Use the skin of an avocado to make a sailboat that really floats. What a clever idea!

Scrabble Keychain

Turn Scrabble tiles into monogrammed key rings for yourself or to give as gifts. It’s an easy project that is […]

Teacup Planters

Make some cute planters using teacups. The tutorial includes a decoupage version or a simpler version with stickers.

Musical Horn Wind Chime

Transform a thrift-store horn into an eye-catching wind chime. This kid-friendly project has so much room for creativity.

Flower T-Shirt Rings

Create cute flower rings from an old t-shirt! It’s easy to do and a great way to give new life […]

Vintage-Inspired Advent Calendar

Make a vintage-inspired Advent calendar for someone special. The tutorial includes the sewing-themed printable images, but you could substitute patterned […]

Literary Clock

Turn your favorite childhood book into a working clock! It’s a great project to display in a nursery or bedroom, […]

Picture Frame Terrarium

Make this fun glass terrarium from cheap picture frames. It’s easy to do and looks great when it’s filled and on […]

Monogram Block Magnets

Repurpose the baby blocks you no longer use to make a family set of monogrammed magnets for the refrigerator. It’s […]

Crib Rails Planter

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

Homemade Bird Bath

Make a colorful birdbath to help your feathered friends on a warm summer day. This fun project starts with glass […]

Denim Jeans Potholder

Make a fun potholder from old denim jeans. This sewing project is easy enough for a beginner.

Wooden Bead Necklaces

Create these pretty wooden beaded necklaces using yarn you make yourself from old t-shirts. What a fun way to give new […]

Book Jacket Lacing Cards

Repurpose the book jackets of your favorite books into fun lacing cards! They are an excellent activity for developing fine […]

Homemade Chalkboard Book

Repurpose an old board book into a cool chalkboard book. In just a few steps, you have a brand new […]

Graphic Planters

Transform thrift store bowls into fun graphic planters! This project is inexpensive and easy, but looks good and makes a […]

Doll Closet

Transform a cupboard or a bookcase into a doll closet in one night. Girls can help with the easy steps […]

Sweater Mittens

Turn an outgrown or stained sweater into an adorable pair of comfy sweater mittens! It’s an easy sewing project that […]

Scrabble Valentine Frame

Use “love” to decorate your home! This framed art featuring Scrabble tiles is a wonderful project for Valentine’s Day.

T-shirt Necklace

Create a fun, brightly-colored necklace  using a soft T-shirt from your closet. Then grab a pair of scissors and get […]