Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Plastic Canvas Heart Coasters

Introduce kids to needlework with an easy plastic canvas project. These heart coasters are fun to make and not too […]

Bald Eagle Picture Graph

Practice graphing skills with this fun bald eagle picture graph. The tutorial includes instructions for one-quadrant and four-quadrant graphing.

Statue of Liberty with Firecrackers

Celebrate the United States with this gorgeous mixed-media art project featuring the Statue of Liberty. You might be surprised about […]

Egg Carton American Flag

Decorate an egg carton in red, white, and blue to create a simplified version of the American flag. It’s a […]

Handprint Keychain

Turn kids’ handprints into a one-of-a-kind keychain. This makes a wonderful gift for parents, grandparents, or godparents.

Tissue Paper American Flag

Save red, white, and blue tissue paper from gifts to make patriotic flag art for Independence Day. This fun craft […]

Baseball Picture Frame

This baseball picture frame is an easy gift idea kids can make for Father’s Day or to give to a […]

Bald Eagle Magnet

Celebrate the United States by making this patriotic magnet. The bald eagle represents strength, courage, and freedom.

Rangoli-Inspired Sand Art

This beautiful sand art is inspired by rangoli, a traditional art done for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights. Give […]

Watermelon Cactus

Create a spectacular cactus-shaped display from watermelon for Cinco de Mayo, a summer get-together, or any occasion. Adults should do […]

Apple Painted Can

Paint a can to look like an apple. What a fun way to give a beloved teacher something handmade and special!

Embossed Great Seal

Learn more about the Great Seal of the United States while making this fun embossing project. What a neat way […]

Liberty Bell Collage

Pair a study of the Liberty Bell with this fun collage project. They look beautiful hanging together in a classroom.

Chocolate Flower Teacher Gift

Show your appreciation for a wonderful teacher with these ribbon and candy roses. They also make memorable party favors.

Flying Heart Ballooons

This flying heart balloon painting lets kids explore wet-on-wet painting, as well as shadows and highlights. It’s fun for Valentine’s […]

Four Season Tree

Help kids learn about the changing of the seasons with this clever four-season tree craft. It’s easy to do, using […]

Cookie Gift Box

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to make a special gift for Mom. Make this gift box and fill it […]

‘When I Grow Up’ Bookmark

This ‘When I Grow Up’ Bookmark is a perfect gift for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day. Print it in color […]

Mother’s Day Portrait

Create an adorable Mother’s Day portrait on a paper plate, then decorate it with egg carton flowers. Mom will love it!

Frozen-Inspired Princess Dress

Make your little girl feel like a princess with this Frozen-inspired dress.  It’s fun for Halloween or everyday dress-up play.

Teacup Planters

Make some cute planters using teacups. The tutorial includes a decoupage version or a simpler version with stickers.

Magnets for Mom

Create a set of hand-painted magnets to give Mom for Mother’s Day. It’s a thoughtful and practical gift she’ll appreciate.

Boston Tea Party Drawing

This directed drawing of the Boston Tea Party is a great way to add an art component to a study […]

Mini Apple Beanbags

Make your teachers some fun apple-shaped bean bags for classroom activities and games. The tutorial includes ideas for how to […]

Foam Butterfly Bouquet

Make this bright and beautiful Butterfly Bouquet with simple supplies, including paper, paint and Styrofoam eggs. It’s a fun gift idea for […]