Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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300+ Paper Plate Crafts

Kids love to make paper plate crafts, and we’ve collected over 300 ideas for them to choose from! So grab […]

Bumble Bee Party Favor

Turn dollar store bubbles into cute bumble bees. They’re perfect for a bee-themed party, a study of insects, or just […]

Festive Decoupaged Jars

Print your own tissue paper! Then use your homemade tissue paper to make some fun decoupaged jars to hold flowers, […]

X is for X-ray

Combine science with art by making a realistic x-ray craft. The only materials you need are black cardstock (or construction […]

Father’s Day Grill Master Gift

Create the ultimate gift set for Dad! He’ll love the personalized equipment that declares him The Grillfather and King of […]

Thumbprint Heart Necklace

Make a precious keepsake using a loved one’s thumbprint. This makes a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or […]

Summer Fun Tote for Teachers

Pamper your child’s teacher with a pretty tote stuffed full of fun-in-the-sun products. It’s a nice way to say “Thank […]

Easy Garden Cupcakes

Here’s a tutorial for a seriously simple and adorable spring/garden cupcake. It features vintage seed packet cupcake toppers and delicious […]

M&M Beach Ball Cake

Celebrate summer with this yummy beach ball cake that is covered with M&Ms. It’s fun for birthdays, pool parties, and […]

Graduation Diploma Cookies

Turn pirouette cookies into easy, elegant graduation diplomas in minutes!  Fun to make and tasty to eat.

Homemade Felt Flowers

There are so many uses for felt flowers, from homemade barrettes and pins and headbands to dressing up magnets, frame […]

Teddy Bear Ear Headband

Make an adorable set of teddy bear ears for a costume or everyday pretend play. It’s easy to adapt to […]

Bottle Ring Toss Game

Make a ring toss game from glass bottles and embroidery hoops.  This portable game is perfect for a picnic in the park […]

Flower Crown

Create a beautiful crown of flowers any girl will love. This hair accessory is perfect for a wedding, princess party, […]

Paper Cup Terrarium

Make mini terrariums using paper and plastic cups. This project is a fun and pretty way to grow plants from […]

Easter Egg Ice Cream Cones

Create colorful faux ice cream cones using hardboiled eggs (or blown eggs or wooden eggs, if you prefer). They’re easy to […]

Patriotic Fudge Stars

Red, white and blue fudge stars make a sweet treat for Memorial Day, the 4th of July, or any patriotic […]

Graduation Cap Cake Stand

Make your graduation party special with a mortarboard cake stand to hold the treats.  It is fast, inexpensive, and easily […]

Fabric Flower Bouquet

Make this sweet bouquet of fabric flowers for a loved one in your life. Celebrate a birthday, graduation, anniversary with […]

Graduation Signature Frame

Graduation Signature Frame This wonderful keepsake frame is very easy to make and will be cherished for many years to […]

Oyster Cookies and Octopus Pops

Create adorable oyster (or clam) cookies and octopus marshmallow pops for an Under the Sea or beach-themed party. They’re really […]

Bottle Birdfeeder

Make a simple bird feeder from an empty water bottle. Your feathered friends will love it!

Plastic Wrap Rainbow Painting

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

Couch Potato Gift Basket

Give Dad the day off for Father’s Day! Fill a basket full of relaxing things to do, along with sweet […]

Star Wars Crafts

Attention Star Wars fans! We’ve gathered over 30 Star Wars themed crafts for kids. You’ll find everything from costumes to […]

Macaron Tower

This impressive macaron tower is involved, but completely doable.  It’s perfect for a teen who wants to create a fun […]

Butterfly Footprint Flower Pot

Make an adorable personalized flowerpot that is both easy and inexpensive to make. Consider making one each year on increasingly […]

Edible Pearls

This pretty string of pearls is completely edible. What a fun and unique way to give Mom or Grandma pearls […]

Thumbprint Ladybugs

Thumbprint Ladybugs Create a field of colorful thumbprint ladybugs under a blue sky. This project is easy and lots of […]

Cinco de Mayo Crafts for Kids

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the 1862 victory of Mexico’s army 1862 over France at the Battle of Puebla. This minor […]

Graduation Cap Pops

These graduation pops could be called s’mores pops … because they are made with graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate! They’re […]

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.  

Donut Topiary

Here’s a fun way to dress up donut holes for a party: a donut topiary! This impressive centerpiece is fun […]

Candy Wreath

This candy wreath is colorful, inexpensive and easy to make. It’s a great gift that kids can make for family […]

Paper Flowers

Create a stunning bouquet of flowers using paper and a scalloped punch. Use them to decorate gifts, as party decor, […]

Edible Garden Stone

Turn cookies ‘n cream fudge into an edible garden stone for Mother’s Day. It would also make a nice gift […]

Mini Sombrero

Mini Sombrero Decorate for Cinco de Mayo with this adorable mini sombrero. It’s a  quick and easy craft that’s simple enough for […]

Tissue Box Doggie

This adorable dog is made from a recycled tissue box, some cardboard tubes and scrapbook paper. Use it to hold […]

Money Gift for Graduation

This adorable graduate is hiding a gift of money. It’s really easy to make – can you guess what recycled […]

Symmetry in Nature

Learn all about symmetry using natural objects. This is a great outdoor project for spring, summer or fall.

Doily Butterfly

Make a colorful butterfly out of doilies! These are perfect for topping a wrapped gift or sticking out of the […]

Paper Clip Flowers

Glue paper clips together to create beautiful flowers. They can be made into hanging ornaments, gift toppers, refrigerator magnets, or […]

Hard Boiled Snorkeler

This hard-boiled snorkeler is ready for a dip! This project is a fun and unexpected twist on traditional egg dyeing.

Silk Tie Dyed Easter Eggs

Use old silk ties and scarves to create beautifully patterned Easter eggs! There is no messing round with dyes that […]