Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Tie Dye T-Shirt Headbands

Tie-dye t-shirts white that are stained or have gotten too small, then turn them into a fun braided headband. If […]

Graduation Crown

Make a fun and festive pipe cleaner crown for a special graduate! It’s easy to make and you can customize […]

Ribbon Lei

Make a colorful ribbon lei for graduation or another special occasion. Use school colors or match your party theme.

Ribbon Flower Hairpin

Use ribbon and beads to make a pretty flower hairpin. This hair accessory takes a little time, but isn’t too […]

Flower Bracelet

Use 2-hole seed beads to make a pretty flower bracelet. This project is best for teens with plenty of jewelry […]

Glass Bead Earrings

These glass bead earrings are so pretty and not too difficult to make. Once you learn how, make more for […]

Leaf Hair Comb

This leaf comb is put together using hot glue and a little bit of hand sewing. No jewelry-making experience or […]

Pearl Tree Necklace

Turn wire and beads into a beautiful tree pendant to wear as a necklace. Change out the color of beads […]

Heart Earrings

These pretty glass bead heart earrings are easy enough wire-wrapping beginners to try. They make a wonderful gift.

Beaded Felt Flower Pin

Felt, buttons, and beads come together to make a pretty flower pin you can wear. It also makes a pretty […]

Bird Nest Pendant

Make an adorable bird nest pendant using wire and beads. It is best for teens with some jewelry making experience.

Paper Bracelet

A bracelet made of paper? Yes! Give it a try. It’s easy and inexpensive to do.

Foiled Birthday Button

Celebrate a special birthday with this festive button! It’s easy to make and a fun way to let everyone know […]

Tassel scarf

Turn a plain scarf into something unique with tassel details! It’s easy to do and is suitable for girls with […]

Birthstone-Inspired Pendants

These birthstone-inspired pendants are so easy to make. Wear them as jewelry, turn them into keychains, or attach them to […]

Leaf Earrings

Turn 2-hole seed beads into pretty leaf earrings that are fun to wear. This project is best for girls with […]

Japanese Flower Hair Comb

Turn satin ribbons into beautiful flower decorations for hair combs. Girls of all ages will enjoy wearing them.

Ribbon Strawberry Brooch

Turn a ribbon into a cute strawberry brooch. It’s inexpensive, easy to do, and only takes a few minutes.

Quilled Flower Necklace

Make a lovely necklace featuring colorful quilled flowers. This project is simple enough for crafters who are new to both […]

Braided Butterfly Bracelet

This pretty braided butterfly bracelet is fun to make and looks so cute. Best of all, it isn’t all that […]

Ribbon Flower Hair Clips

Turn a wide ribbon into a beautiful flower hair clip. It is not that difficult as you might think!

Quilled Flower Necklace

Believe it or not, this necklace is easy to make and sturdy enough to wear. Follow the instructions to learn how […]

Dressy Ribbon Headband

It’s actually quite easy and inexpensive to make a beautiful headband that looks expensive. Wear yours on Easter Sunday or […]

Fabric Paint Stamped Shirt

Decorate plain shirts, socks or other clothing with this easy and fun fabric paint stamping technique. It’s a great way […]

Martis Bracelet

These traditional Greek bracelets are made on March 1st (“Martis”=March) to protect children from the spring sun. They are worn until […]

Fish Pendant

With some basic wire-wrapping skills, teens can turn beads and wire into a fabulous fish pendant to wear on a […]

Easy Bead Drop Earrings

Making your own drop earrings is surprisingly easy. Choose your favorite beads, thread them on a headpin and they’ll be […]

Felt Lucky Clover

Use felt, buttons and miniature pearls to make a pretty lucky clover for St. Patrick’s Day. Wear it as a […]

Easy Wire-Wrapped Drop Earrings

If you’re new to jewelry making, try these simple wire-wrapped drop earrings. They’re a great way to learn the basics […]

Quilled Flower

Make a beautiful flower from strips of quilling paper. It’s easy to do and makes a lovely gift topper, ornament, […]

Color Me Happy Heart Pendant

Use markers to color air dry clay, then roll it out and cut with a cookie cutter. When it’s dry, embellish […]

Wire Heart Necklace

This simple, inexpensive wire jewelry project is great for beginners because it only requires a few inches of wire and […]

Pink Flower Headband

Create a pretty flower headband to wear. Follow the tutorial exactly or change the ribbon and bead color to your […]

Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet

Gather some ribbon, a variety of rhinestones, and a hot glue gun and you can make your own rhinestone cuff […]

Easy Wire-Wrapped Heart Earrings

These heart-shaped earrings are fun for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any time. They’re easy to make and inexpensive, too.

Quilled Paper Pendent Necklace

Make an eye-catching necklace out of strips of quilling paper. This easy pendent is a great choice for beginners to […]

Ribbon Flower Brooch

Turn ribbon and a few beads into a stunning flower brooch. This would make a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma […]

Snow White Ribbon Headband

Turn ribbon into a darling Snow White princess on a headband. This hair accessory is lots of fun for girls […]

Heart Earrings

Make heart earrings for Mom, Grandma, a sister or another special girl in your life. Or make just one and […]

Quilled Heart Pendant Necklace

Create a beautiful quilled heart pendant necklace for someone special. It makes a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or […]

Suede Cord Braided Necklace

Follow the steps to make a pretty braided necklace from suede cord. It’s easy to do and a fun project […]

Dangling Heart Earrings

These pretty heart earrings are a fun project for jewelry-making beginners. They are easy to make, but use headpins and […]

Watercolor Bangle Bracelets

These watercolor bangle bracelets make pretty accessories to wear or to give. They’re easy enough for even the youngest of crafters […]

Wire-Wrapped Bangle Bracelet

Make an eye-catching, colorful, wire-wrapped bangle bracelet. Or use metallics for a more subtle look. It’s easy to do!

Ribbon Heart

Make a pretty ribbon heart for someone you love. Add a pin or barrette to the back to turn it […]

Pearl Earrings and Necklace

Make this lovely pearl pendant necklace and earring set for yourself or to give as a gift. Even a jewelry-making […]

Beaded Snowflake Hair Comb

This beaded snowflake hair comb takes some time and some jewelry-making experience, but the results are worth it! This beautiful […]

Beaded Heart Pendant Necklace

This lovely beaded necklace is easy to make with lots of room for creativity. It’s a wonderful gift for Valentine’s […]

Beaded Star Bracelet

Create a pretty bracelet featuring your favorite colors. Or, use the birthstones of all your siblings to create a personalized bracelet […]

Twigs Wool Brooch

This simple piece of jewelry is completely one-of-a-kind! It’s easy to make using twigs and wool yarn.

Glitter Hair Clips

Create glittery hair accessories to wear with your favorite outfits. While you’re at it, make lots of extras because they […]

Wire Wrapped Ring

This wire-wrapped ring is a fun project for teens who are new to jewelry making. Once you’ve mastered how to […]

Beaded Snowflake Earrings

These beautiful snowflake earrings are made from glass beads and pearl seed beads. This project is best for teens with […]

Wire-Wrapping Flower Bracelet

This pretty bracelet is fun to make and very inexpensive. Once you learn the technique, it’s just a matter of […]