Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Statue of Liberty Torch

Create your own version of the Statue of Liberty’s torch. It’s made with simple recycled materials and features a glittering […]

Tin Can Wind Chimes

Decorate a porch with these colorful wind chimes made from recycled tin cans. Experiment with different sizes and shapes to […]

Seeded Paper Bookmarks

Seeded Paper Bookmark These seeded paper bookmarks serve two purposes. Use them to mark a page in your favorite book […]

Cutlery Wind Chimes

In just a few simple steps, you can turn old cutlery into tinkling wind chimes. Hang it outside on a […]

Clothespin Mexican Dancing Doll

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

Ring-a-Lings Necklaces

These pretty necklaces have the look of glass enamel but are easily created by painting a metal washer with nail […]

Trash Rainbow Collage

Celebrate Earth Day by sorting through clean trash or recyclables to make a colorful rainbow. This is a great way […]

Sweater Mittens

Don’t throw out those sweaters you won’t be wearing anymore! Learn how to repurpose them into wonderful, cozy, and warm […]

Chalkboard Phone Case

Learn how easy (and fun!) it is to create a customized phone case. Older children and teens can add their […]

Placemat Clutch Purse

This fun and functional clutch purse starts with a placemat! The tutorial has instructions for sew and no-sew versions of […]

Puzzle Piece Tree

Turn a brown sack and extra puzzle pieces into a beautiful fall tree. Fun for all ages and a great […]

Floss Your Teeth

Craft a set of teeth to show children why it’s so important for them to brush and floss their teeth. […]

Cardboard Tube Robot

This cute little guy is made from cardboard tubes and a few other recycled items that can be found around […]

Denim Fabric Baskets

Recycle a favorite pair of old jeans into handy little baskets. This is a great sewing project for teenagers to […]

Candy Apple Treats

These cute apple treats are budget friendly and super easy to make. They’re fun as back-to-school party favors or to […]

Soda Can Lanterns

Make cool lanterns using from recycled soda cans. This is a frugal craft that teens can make these to hang […]

Faux Gourmet Sushi

Make a fun set of sushi using material from your grocery packaging. It’s great for hours of pretend play. 

Samples of Why We Love Dad

Turn colorful paint swatches into a booklet full of love for Dad. Younger children can draw pictures for him, while […]

Pop Bottle Wind Spinner

Put kids to work recycling those old empty soda bottles and turning them into fun wind toys. They’re so pretty […]

Recycled Ladybug Jar

This adorable ladybug jar is a great recycling project for kids. Use this cutie to hold school supplies, small toys, […]

Pirate Ship

Make a fabulous pirate ship using recycled cardboard and paint. Your little pirates with play with their ship for hours […]

Avocado Sailboat

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

Marshmallow Shooters

Guaranteed fun, these shooters are easily assembled from PVC pipe. Challenge your friends and family to see who can shoot […]

Kiddie Car Wash

Kids will love washing their cars and bikes, as well as themselves, in this cool kiddie car wash! Read on […]

Flashlight Storytime

Flashlights have long been a favorite “toy” to kids. Take storytime up a notch by making flashlight filters to create […]

Hula Hoop Shark Game

Use dollar star hula hoops to make a fun shark ball game for kids of all ages. This is such […]

Water Bottle Bubble Fun

Create big bubbles with a homemade blower made from a recycled plastic water bottle. This project makes bubbling blowing easier […]

Pencil Birds

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

Cereal Box Postcards

Kids love sending and receiving mail. How fun would it be to receive one of these colorful postcards, made completely […]

A-Maze-ing Marble Mazes

These miniature marble mazes are made from repurposed cardboard boxes and drinking straws. This is such a fun project that […]

Wooden Spoon Puppets

Put those old wooden spoons to a new use (or you can always buy a new set for this fun […]

Cotton Ball Container Bunny

Turn a recycled container, craft foam, and fluffy cotton balls into this adorable Easter Bunny. Fill him up with treats […]

Garden Hose Wreath

Turn a garden hose into a lovely spring wreath! It’s simple and quick and a great way to upcycle a […]

Dr. Seuss City

Get lost in the fun in Dr. Seuss City! Turn household recyclables into a fun play place, just in time […]

Photo Board Game Pieces

Add family photos to recycled plastic bottle caps to make your own personalized board game pieces. Use pics of family, […]

Creative Cardboard Cars

Turn cardboard boxes and a few other household items into these creative cars. It’s a fun rainy day project or […]

Team Spirit Shaker

These fun noise makers are perfect for football games or any other sport where you are cheering on your team. […]

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 […]