Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Flower Hairclip

Use your creativity to turn ribbon, resin flowers and beads into a beautiful hair accessory. It’s easy to do and […]

Braided Headband

Make a beautiful braided headband accented with pearls and polymer clay flowers. It’s easy to do and is a fun […]

General Cornwallis Costume

This General Cornwallis costume is fun for Halloween, a class presentation, or a historical reenactment. It can be easily adapted […]

Knotted Flower Hair Clip

Turn a long piece of colorful nylon cord into a beautiful flower hair clip when you master one simple knot. […]

Beaded Mickey Headband

Make a cute beaded headband inspired by everyone’s favorite mouse! Use stiff felt, rhinestones and pearls to make this fast […]

Patriotic Straw Necklace

Turn paper straws into patriotic necklaces! It’s easy to do and they make great accessories for July 4th, Veteran’s Day […]

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 […]

Jump Ring Bracelet

Create a colorful bracelet using wooden beads and jump rings. It’s very easy to do and a good introduction to beading.

Envelope Clutch

A sleek envelope clutch will never go out of style. This project takes a bit of time, but it’s so […]

Floral Charm Bracelet

Make a cute charm bracelet using colorful wooden beads! This is great activity to introduce a child to jewelry making.

Cupcake Stamp

Create your own cupcake stamp, then use it to decorate an apron, t-shirt or anything else. Older children can make […]

Beaded Pendant

Turn wire and beads into a clever pendant. Once you learn the technique, you can make your own designs with […]

Two Minute Twisted Bracelets

These colorful twisted bracelets literally take only minutes to make. Kids will love creating these fast and easy accessories.

Shell Pendant Necklace

Turn a favorite shell into a pretty pendant necklace. It’s easy to do and a great way to remember a […]

Stenciled Hat

Protect yourself from the summer sun with this cute polka dot hat. Choose the paint colors to match your swimsuit […]

‘Up’ Necklace

This adorable pendant necklace is inspired by the Pixar movie, “Up.” What a fun and uplifting project for kids to make!

Clay Flower Vase Necklace

These cute clay vase necklaces are so easy to make. When they’re done, just add water and real flowers for an […]

Pearl Drop Earrings

Make beautiful, elegant Pearl Drop Earrings for less than $1 a pair! These are a great gift for preteens and […]

Beaded Hair Bow

Make an adorable beaded hair accessory to wear on a special occasion or any time. This project is easy enough […]

Felt Doll

This pretty felt doll is actually a pin you can wear! This is a fun project for girls with some […]

Four-Strand Woven Bracelet

Take friendship bracelets to the next level with this intricate four-strand woven bracelet. This takes some time, but the results are […]

Ocean-Inspired Bracelet

Make a beautiful bracelet inspired by the ocean. This inexpensive craft requires only colored wire, pearl beads, a clasp and […]

Silver Fairy Pendant Necklace

Create an adorable wire-wrapped beaded silver fairy pendant necklace. This unique piece of jewelry is fun to make and wear.

Cube Pendant Necklace

Create a unique cube pendant necklace, inspired by a Rubik’s Cube! This project is best for crafters with some jewelry-making […]

Lace Cuff

Make a lace cuff bracelet that is custom-fitted to your arm. A parent will need to help younger children but […]

USA Flip Flops

These flip-flops are stylish, patriotic and so easy to make with ribbon and glue. They’re the perfect accessories for 4th […]

Trendy Two-Tone Shoes

Give worn-out shoes a second chance with this easy technique. With just a bit of paint and some trim, create […]

Pig Baby Shoes

Turn plain baby shoes into adorable pig shoes. It’s easy and only takes a little bit of time and patience.

Flower Brooch

Make a beautiful flower brooch with silver wire-wrapped leaves for yourself or as a gift. It’s fun to make and so […]

Decorated Bobby Pins

Use enamel paint, colored gemstones and glue to make decorated bobby pins that match any outfit. These pretty accessories make a […]

Wire Finger Ring

Make a pretty wire finger ring for yourself or as a gift. It’s easy to customize with your favorite colors […]

Beaded Crown

This beautiful beaded crown is just as appropriate for little girls playing dress-up as it is for teens who want […]

Zipper Headband

When it comes to hair accessories, there can never be enough! This zipper headband is really different, yet stylish.

Dino Tees

It only takes 5 minutes to make cute dinosaur tees using a printable and decal transfer paper. The tutorial includes […]

Sleep Mask

This sleep mask is fun and practical. Make one for yourself and another for Mom. It’s also a fun slumber party […]

Coffee Sleeve Bracelet

Save your coffee sleeve and turn it into a one of a kind piece of wearable art! There are so […]

Stamped Wine Cork Necklace

These Stamped Wine Cork Necklaces are easy to make and really cute. They’re a great craft for a teen or […]

Decorated Flip Flops

These colorful decorated flip flops are easy to make. They’re a fun addition to a Mother’s Day gift basket.

Have Courage And Be Kind Shirt

Everyone loves this quote from the new Cinderella movie! Make a ‘Have Courage and Be Kind’ shirt with your princess.

Ice Cream T-Shirts

Make these cute ice cream tees in 5 minutes using a printable. There are eight color options.

Decorated Hair Bows

Instead of making basic hair bows, decorate them to make them even more special. This tutorial has instructions to make […]

Potato Stamp Apron

You’re just a few potato stamps away from making this cute apron. It’s fun and easy to do!

Criss-Cross Purse

This criss-cross purse is a fun project for teens with some basic sewing skills. It’s easy enough that they can […]

Tutu Skirt

A tutu is one of the easiest clothing crafts you can make. Girls will have lots of fun creating tutus of […]

Recycled Denim Bracelet

Recycle old denim pants into an awesome bracelet! This easy project is fun for a birthday party activity, at a slumber […]

Cinderella Party Bows

Create an adorable party bow for your little princess. They would make wonderful favors for all the little girls at a […]

Wire-Wrapped Wave Bracelet

This wire-wrapped beaded bracelet looks complicated, but it is actually quite simple. It’s a fun project for girls with some […]

Bent Craft Stick Bracelets

Bend wooden craft sticks, paint, and wrap in twine to make pretty bracelets you’ll love to wear. This is a […]

Leather Washer Bracelet

Turn a strip of leather and metal washers into a simple, modern washer bracelet. Once you get the hang of […]

Macrame Spiral Earrings

Friendship bracelets are easy to make, but have you ever tried using the same techniques to make earrings? Follow the directions […]

Beaded Spiral Earrings

These beaded spiral earrings are surprisingly simple to make! Customize them with your favorite colors of beads.

Sailor Knot Beaded Bracelet

This bracelet may look complicated, but it is actually very easy! Personalize it with your favorite colors or make it […]

Beaded Cube Pendant Necklace

This eye-catching necklace looks much more difficult to make than it actually is! Teens will have fun learning how to make […]

Wire Flower Earrings

These flower-shaped wire earrings are so much fun to make and wear! Once you’ve learned the technique, it’s simple to […]

Wire-Wrapped Flower Ring

Welcome spring with this wire-wrapped flower ring. This project is best for girls with jewelry-making experience.

Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace

This stunning multi-strand necklace is easy to make and looks great. Plus, it’s simple to customize with different colored beads […]

Easy Flower Crown

Make this pretty spring flower crown with your fairy princess. It is very easy and makes a wonderful gift.