Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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 […]

Christmas Village Shadowbox

This darling Christmas Village Shadowbox is a beautiful addition to your fireplace mantel for the holiday season. The little salt […]

Easy Pipe Cleaner Wreath

Make an adorable Christmas decoration using pipe cleaner, ribbon and buttons. It makes a great ornament, gift topper or door […]

String Art Christmas Cards

Create these cute and easy string art Christmas cards this year. Send them before the holidays or use them as […]

Snowman Hat Centerpiece

Create a fun snowman hat centerpiece that you can enjoy all winter long. Can you guess what common household item […]

Christmas Tree Meringues

These darling little Christmas tree meringues are such a fun treat during the holidays. They’re easy enough for a child […]

Salt Dough Houses

Use salt dough to make darling little houses that come together to make the cutest Christmas village. There are so […]

Cardboard Tube Gift Boxes

Turn empty cardboard tubes into the cutest little gift boxes. With some tissue paper and ribbon, these cardboard tubes are […]

Candy Coin Favors

Looking for a fun way to give the gift of money? These cute Candy Coins are so easy to make […]

Candy Bar Reindeer

Make Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer out of chocolate candy bars! This is a fun edible treat the kids will […]

How to Draw an Advent Wreath

Learn how to draw an Advent wreath in just a few easy steps. This makes a wonderful draw-along project for […]

Nativity Advent Calendar

This beautiful Advent Calendar allows kids to add parts to the picture each day as Christmas gets closer. On Christmas […]

Paper Plate Angel

This simple craft is perfect for a Sunday School activity or at home as a Christmas craft. Personalize the angels […]

Printable Advent Wreath

Just print, color, cut and assemble your own Advent Wreath. Then “light” a candle each week as you prepare for […]

Christmas Handprint Crafts

These Christmas Handprint Crafts are easy to make and will get the kids in the Christmas spirit. The Christmas tree, […]

Cardboard Tube Grinch

Love Dr. Seuss’ classic story, How The Grinch Stole Christmas? Create your very own Grinch with an empty cardboard tube.

Christmas Present Cookies

These adorable Christmas present cookies are filled with candies and make for a totally fun treat on Christmas day. The […]

Pipe Cleaner Advent Wreath

Prepare for Christmas with this child-friendly Pipe Cleaner Advent Wreath. It’s easy to make and inexpensive for a group, such […]

Peace, Joy, Love Advent Calendar

Count down the days until Christmas with this cute Advent calendar! It’s easy to do and requires only basic embroidery […]

Cardboard Tube Star Ornaments

Turn empty cardboard tubes into beautiful star-shaped ornaments to hang on the Christmas tree. These ornaments are super simple to […]

Cork Snowman

This sweet little snowman ornament started as an old cork. Kids will love this trash-to-treasure project.  

Felt Holly Christmas Napkin Ring

These Christmas napkin rings are easy to make, and are so festive, decorated with felt holly leaves and berries. They’re […]

Diamond Art Joy Ornament

If you haven’t tried Diamond Art on a variety of surfaces, you’ll be amazed by how easy it is to […]

Shredded Money Ornament

If you want a thoughtful way to give cash as a Christmas gift, look no further than this festive ornament. […]

Christmas Tree Napkins

  Everyone loves seeing tree shaped napkins next to their plate at Christmas time. Even sewing beginners can make these […]

Glitter Owl Ornament

Transform a clear glass ornament into an adorable, glittery owl that will look great on your tree. This would make […]

Beaded Star Wand

This beaded star wand takes awhile to make, but it’s worth it! The finished wand is so pretty. Use it […]

Cardboard Tube Pillow Box

These cute pillow boxes are made with cardboard tubes. They are perfect for wrapping jewelry or other small gifts.

Canning Jar Lid Snowman

This adorable snowman is made from a recycled canning jar lid! It’s a fun winter project for kids.

Quilted Mini Trees

These festive trees make wonderful Christmas ornaments or gift tags. Use scraps for this beginner sewing project!

Crystal Snowflakes

Show the kids how they can grow their own snowflakes. Use them to decorate the tree, hang in a window, […]

Disney Christmas Paper Crafts

Add some Disney to your Christmas paper crafting fun! Just download and print out the templates to make your own […]

Christmas Snowman Hairclip

This charming snowman hair clip is easy to make and fun to wear. This sparkly felt fellow also makes a […]

Quilled Snowman Craft

Quilling is an easy, inexpensive and quick craft that has been around for hundreds of years. Use basic quilling techniques and […]

Santa’s Belly Napkin Rings

Turn felt and empty cardboard tubes into cute napkin rings that look like Santa’s belly. They’re perfect for Christmas dinner.

Holiday Found Poem

Challenge kids to create a poem from words cut from the newspaper, ransom-style! This one is Christmas themed, but this […]

Angel Ornament

Turn clam shells into an adorable Christmas angel. This easy craft makes a beautiful ornament for the tree.

Quilled Poinsettia Card

Create a unique Christmas card featuring a quilled poinsettia flower. It’s easy enough for quilling beginners to do.

Tissue Paper Tassel Garland

Decorate for New Year’s Eve (or any occasion!) with a simple garland of tassels. These gold and silver tissue paper […]

Alcohol Ink Ornaments

Learn how to paint glass globe ornaments with colorful alcohol inks. It’s so much fun and the results are stunning!

Pipe Cleaner Christmas Tree

This stunning Christmas tree, made from green pipe cleaners, is easier to make than it seems. It’s a fun project […]

Cork Reindeer

Turn a used cork into a cute little reindeer. It makes a fun ornament or topper for a gift.

St. Lucia and Star Boy Ornaments

Santa Lucia is a big part of Swedish (and other Scandinavian) holiday traditions. Honor that tradition by make these adorable […]

Concertina Angel

This paper angel craft just as much fun for grown-ups as it is for children. Make it together to get […]

Pine Cone Elves

These adorable little elves are made from supplies found in nature. Hang them as ornaments or use them as cute […]

Origami Christmas Stars

Turn wrapping paper scraps into a beautiful origami star. Whip up one of these cuties in under 5 minutes, and […]

Tinsel Bell Ornaments

These pretty ornaments are made from tinsel and paper cups. Make a bunch of these and hang them as a […]

Candy Cane Mice

These sweet little felt mice will hold all your candy canes and keep them safe.

Diamond Art Gingerbread Family

This festive decoration features a gingerbread character for each member of the family, joined together with hearts. Each person can […]

Salt Dough Snowman Ornament

Salt Dough Snowman Ornament Salt dough is so fun for kids and makes great ornaments. This snowman has character and […]