Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Paint Stick Scarecrow

This adorable scarecrow starts with a paint stick. It’s a fun way to use up fabric scraps and a great […]

Clown Pencil Cup

With kids headed back to school, parents are looking for fun ways to encourage them to do their homework. Having […]

Clothespin Sunflower

Make a fun sunflower using clothespins, a paint stir stick, a jar lid, and sunflower seeds. This is a neat […]

Pencil Door Hanger

Use craft sticks to make this fun homework door sign. This craft is a great choice before the kids head […]

Front Door Welcome Sign

Make a pretty welcome sign for yourself or as a gift. It’s a wonderful way to personalize your front entrance […]

Yard Dominoes

Make a set of oversized dominoes for the backyard or to take along while camping, visiting the beach or picnicking. […]

Plastic Wrap Rainbow Painting

Painting with plastic wrap is a really fun way to do finger painting without the mess! Watch the rainbow develop […]

Coastal Wood Slice Coasters

The vibrant beach-inspired colors make these wood slice coasters so pretty. Best of all, they’re really easy to do.  

Decoupage Scout Sign

The next time you shop at your favorite store and come home with a paper bag, cut out the logo […]

Wood Bunny

Painting doesn’t have to be done with a brush! Treat paint like a stain to create a beautiful wooden rabbit […]

Decoupage Napkins onto Coasters

It’s quick and easy to make custom coasters with printed napkins. Choose your favorite pack of napkins from the store, […]

Emotional Animals Game

Use a pair of homemade dice to teach young kids about emotions. It’s fun and easy to do. 

Wookie Birdhouse

Help your Star Wars fan turn an empty milk or juice carton into a cute Wookie Birdhouse. It’s a great […]

Be Mine Valentine’s Sign

Create a cute wooden Valentine’s Day sign to display in February. Make it as is, change the sentiment, or switch […]

Snowman Thermometer

Snowman Thermometer When the weather is chilly outside, this snowman thermometer is the perfect project for kids stuck indoors. What […]

Gingerbread Birdhouse

Decorate a plain birdhouse to look like it’s made of gingerbread! This small version hangs as an ornament on the […]

Simple Christmas Nativity

This simple nativity is beautiful and elegant. Best of all, it’s easy enough for kids to make and give as […]

Baby Jesus Ornament

This sweet little ornament is fun to make and shines like Heaven on your Christmas tree. It’s a fun religious […]

Paint Stick Christmas Tree

Make a beautiful Christmas tree wall decoration using paint sticks and printables. Or, substitute craft sticks for the paint sticks […]

Give Thanks Blocks

  Give Thanks Blocks These “Give Thanks” blocks make for a whimsical mantle piece that is simple, yet elegant. Not […]

Princess and the Pea Craft

Sew up some tiny quilts and make your doll a bed worthy of the most sensitive princess. It’s a great […]

Wood Halloween Signs

Create Halloween signs with ease using a Cricut. It’s easy to choose whatever messages you want on these wood signs.

Home Sweet Home Book Stack

Create wooden faux book stack to decorate the house. Use “Home Sweet Home” or any other message, such as “Welcome […]

Craft Stick Scarecrows

Use craft sticks, fabric and felt to create these fun and whimsical scarecrows. Use them for a puppet show or […]

Sunflower Welcome Sign

Dress up your front porch, hallway, or entryway with this pretty sunflower welcome sign. It’s great for late summer and […]

Clothespin Bug Magnets

Use clothespins to create fun magnets for your fridge or a locker. Instructions for a bumblebee and a grasshopper are […]

Minecraft Cubes

Minecraft fans will love this easy cube project. Use them as a decoration or as dice for a game you make […]

Ant Tablecloth Clips

These clever tablecloth clips that look like ants will be your new picnic favorites. Wind won’t ruin your picnic now!

Wood Slice Rainbow Wreath

Create a gorgeous rainbow wood slice wreath that sparkles and shimmers! This is a really easy project that is a […]

Comic Book Frame

Follow the step-by-step tutorial to learn how to use comic books and inexpensive frames to make a gift worthy of […]

Mini Clothespin Note Holder

This cute hanging note holder is the perfect place to hang photos, tickets, notes, and memorabilia. Decorate it with your […]

Photo Holder for Mom

This photo holder is the perfect gift for Mother’s Day. Mom can use it to hang photos, cards, or anything […]

Wooden Block Dolls

Combine fun printables with wooden blocks to make interchangeable dolls that will last through years of play. Kids will love […]

Bee Mine Plaque

Learn how to apply heat transfer vinyl to wood to make this adorable gift for someone you love. Teens can […]

Clothespin Mermaids

Create a cute set of mix-and-match mermaids from clothespins, construction paper, scrapbook paper, and ribbon. Your mermaid fan will have […]

Craft Stick Building Set

Show your little builders how they can make their own building set using craft sticks, Velcro dots and plastic bottle […]

Map Chalkboard

Display all the places you’ve been on this awesome map chalkboard! It makes a fun display for a child’s bedroom.

Craft Stick Barn

This cute barn craft would be a great activity for a farm themed birthday party.

Sesame Street Characters on Wood

Learn how to draw your favorite Sesame Street characters on wood coasters using chalk markers. The vibrant colors bring Elmo, […]

Egg Penguin

This adorable little penguin is made from a wooden egg. What a fun wintertime decoration to make and display!

Mini President Figurines

Celebrate President’s Day by making mini figurines of great leaders from history. It’s a wonderful way to tie art into […]

Star Wand

Make some magical fun with this whimsical star wand. Decorate it however you’d like, as there is so much room […]

Santa Milk and Cookie Tray

This Santa milk and cookie tray is easy to make and inexpensive. All you need is the printable, a wooden tray, paint and […]

Family Name Ornament

Family Name Ornament Personalize your Christmas tree with ornaments that spell out your family name. They’re so festive and fun! […]

Little Wooden Angel Ornament

This adorable little angel ornament is very easy to make, particularly if you use a Sharpie marker for the facial […]

Craft Stick Santa Claus

Craft Stick Santa Claus This cute craft stick Santa is an easy ornament made with very few supplies. Put him together in […]

Heart Santa Magnet

Turn wooden hearts into a delightful Santa magnet for the refrigerator. Add a hanger and it makes an awesome ornament […]

Wood Slice Snowman

Make a standing snowman or ornament using wood sliced from branches from your own yard. It’s a simple and elegant […]

Faux Quilted Pallet Pumpkins

Create gorgeous faux-quilted pumpkins using stamps in a variety of sizes, shapes, and patterns. The modern pumpkin shapes blend with […]

Heart Turkey Magnet

You can prop this adorable turkey up against a place card for Thanksgiving, then use it as a refrigerator magnet […]

Chenille Snowboarder

Snowboarding season is just about here! Kids will love testing their creativity while bending this chenille snowboarder into shape. Chenille […]

Washi Tape Stick Puppets

These absolutely darling craft stick puppets get their stylish clothing from washi tape! A little imagination and some help with […]

Painted Wooden Pumpkin

Create a rustic wood pumpkin to display throughout the fall. This easy woodworking project requires only basic tools and minimal […]

Silly Craft Stick Scarecrows

Gather your craft sticks, craft foam and other supplies to make these cute little silly scarecrows. This is a fun […]

Desk Organizer Caddy

Organize your desk, work space, or art area with this practical desk organizer made from recycled materials. It’s easy to […]

Photo Puzzle Blocks

Make a cool puzzle using six family photos! All you have to do is scale, cut, and decoupage the pictures […]

Kid-Sized Pup Tents

Build a campground in your back yard and fill it with these easy-to-make pup tents. They’re sure to bring hours […]