Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Paint Chip Hearts

Using paint chips and contact paper from your local hardware store, your preschooler can create a beautiful heart. Hand them […]

Conversation Heart Magnet

When you think of conversation hearts, you think of Valentine’s Day and this time we’re turning them into a pretty […]

Paper Straw Heart Garland

Twist pretty paper straws into hearts to form a Valentine’s Day garland. A simple decoration for kids to make. This […]

Crayon Heart Valentines

A really pretty goodie for kids to exchange that doesn’t add to the sugar overload on Valentine’s Day. Make these […]

Homemade Slot Sorter Toy

An empty oatmeal container and milk caps is all you need to make this simple toy for your toddler. Perfect […]

Valentine Tin Can Luminary

Children and adults work together to create this work of “heart”. A fun recycling project that turns cans into a […]

Valentine Heart Hair Clips

Turn glittery red heart ornaments into pretty hair clips in a couple of easy steps. A pretty way to dress […]

Grocery Bag Wreath

A fun way to recycle all of those unwanted plastic grocery bags – turn them into this lovely heart-shaped wreath! […]

Duct Tape Rosette Wreath

In just a few simple steps you can turn red duct tape and some recycled cardboard into a pretty rosette […]

Valentine Tic Tac Toe

This Tic Tac Toe game is cut from wood and tucked inside a heart shaped candy box. Clear gems bearing […]

Balloon Car Racing

Racers, start …your…engines! A fun party game racing cars with the help of balloons!

CD Wallet Scrapbook

A fun way for tweens and teens to remember the dances, the prom, vacation or just silly times with friends…. […]

Painting with Golf Balls

Create pretty textured art work using only paint and golf balls! Keep the mess to a minimum by containing the […]

Referee Chair Covers

Referees will be making an appearance at your Super Bowl party with these fun chair covers! Add a whistle to […]

Colored Pasta Beads

We’ve colored pasta and turned them into brightly colored “beads”. A fun and simple way for youngsters to strengthen their […]

Serendipity Heart Banners

Recycle those bits and pieces of printed paper that have been piling up into a beautiful decorative banner to hang […]

Valentine Boxes

Decorating small gift boxes and match boxes with Washi tape is a quick way to create a Valentine box. Perfect […]

Fun with a Marble Run

We’ve created yet another fun project to build out of cardboard tubes. Kids will have hours of fun racing marbles […]

Colorful Bird Feeder

This colorful bird feeder starts out as a paper milk carton. Some tape and paint is all that’s needed to […]

Easy Rag Teddy Bear

Our rag teddy bear is made from 100% recycled materials. A simple sewing craft that turns t-shirts and sweaters into […]

Marshmallow Snowman

When it’s too cold to build a snowman outside, craft one inside using mini marshmallows – and you don’t have […]

Bottle Belly Snowman

This adorable snowman is made from a recycled plastic bottle. His charming looks will chase away the winter blues.

Homemade Finger Paint

A great rainy or snowy day project to have some messy fun! Made from pantry items, even the youngest can […]

Kissletoe for Valentine’s Day

Repurposed cardigan turned into mistletoe-inspired Valentine’s craft. Hang them around your house for your favorite valentine to find them!

Love Rocks!

A great way to add to the kids’ rock collections, these rocks carry special Valentine’s Day messages. Use pictures or […]

Heart Clips

Using packing plastic and rubber stamps, create these pretty package clips. Use the clips to decorate bags of treats for […]

12 Days of Valentines

Repurpose a muffin tin for this Countdown to Valentine’s Day craft. Each numbered tin holds a little treat…until the big […]

Valentine’s Day Candy Jar

Here’s a 2 for 1 Valentine’s Day project that is not only kid-friendly and fun to make, but it can […]

Washable Coloring Sheet

Create a coloring sheet that can be used over and over again if you use washable markers! Make a special […]

Dolls House Bathroom

Even the tiniest of doll houses need a bathroom fit for a queen. We’ve equipped this bathroom with recyclables from […]

Snowball Pitch

Too cold to go outside? Bring the snow indoors when you follow our direction on how to make your own […]

Mini Quiet Books

Perfect for little hands, these plastic-covered picture books can be tucked into a diaper bag or a backpack. Fill the […]

Magazine Beads

A fun, frugal craft that turns pages from a magazine into pretty beads. Be sure to make enough to trade […]

I Spy Bags

Our homemade I Spy Bags are the perfect size to play with in the house, in the car, or to […]

Paper Plate Valentine Card Holder

Here’s an easy and economical Valentine’s Day project to help your little crafters organize their Valentines. Would make a great […]

Frost Paint

A cool project for those days when it’s too cold to play outside. Paint a picture using Epson Salts and […]

Paint Bag Writing Tablet

Make your own liquid writing tablet using only paint and a plastic freezer bag. Young ones will get hours of […]

Chinese Dragon Puppet

Add this colorful Chinese dragon puppet to your decorations on January 23 as you celebrate the “Year of the Dragon” […]

Mitten Snow People

Using recycled child sized mittens, you can create an entire family of winter people! These look adorable displayed in a […]

No Knit Knitted Stocking

Like Christmas stockings but hate knitting? If you simply don’t have the time, then make a no knit knitted stocking!

Mini Marshmallow Shooter

A great rainy or snowy day project made from items that you probably already have around your house!

No-Sew Plump Snowman

Dress up a shelf or a table with our chubby little snowman! Would also work as a place setting holder!

Scented Gel Paints

Allow the kids to get messy and have fun with these all-natural, scented paints , made from everyday kitchen ingredients!

Paper Pom Poms

Paper Pom Poms are super easy to make for any age. They make fun party decor, flowers, pretty packaging and […]

Ornament Terrarium

This is a great way to re purpose an ornament! Make your own terrarium. It’s easy, fun and educational. It’s […]

A Treasure Box

Make a sweet, but easy, treasure box for your your treasured one. Plus, put those endless shoe boxes to good […]

Blob Lights

A fun and safe lighting option for kids. No real flames involved!

Puppet Playhouse

Make this fun puppet playhouse for hours of fun with your little ones!

Monster Box

Use an old box to create this cute Monster Box.

Name Plate Can

Whether you are out camping with your family or attending summer camp away from home, here’s a fun project that […]