Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Categories

Gingerbread Puffy Paint

Make your own Gingerbread Puffy Paint, a delicious-smelling winter sensory art experience. Sensory play mixed with winter crafts – what […]

280+ Ornament Crafts for Kids

The best thing about homemade ornaments is pulling them out each year and remembering the special time spent crafting together. […]

Santa’s Clothesline

Ho Ho Ho! Hang Santa’s clothesline from a shelf or even drape it on your tree for some whimsical fun!

Family Name Snowman

Create a darling snowman that showcases the names of the people in your family. There are suggestions for families bigger […]

Christmas Finger Puppets

What child doesn’t want to create and act in a play! These finger puppets will fill the playbill and continue […]

Cereal Box Snowman

Cereal Box Snowman Recycle an empty cereal box into this adorable snowman. This is a fantastic indoor activity on a […]

DIY Christmas Ornament Kits

Give the gift of creativity this holiday season! These Christmas ornament kits are easy to put together with scraps of […]

Gingerbread Cloud Dough

Make Gingerbread Cloud Dough, a fun winter sensory play activity for kids. This dough is taste-safe and lasts forever.

Holiday Gumdrop Pops

These adorable edible holiday characters will make a super fun project for the kids for Christmas.

Snowman Hat Pops

Simple snowman hats made with marshmallows, cookies and chocolate. The kids will have a blast putting these together. A great […]

Snowman Gift Tags

These snowmen gift tags are easy to make and are sure to dress up any gift.

Light Bulb Santa

This classic craft takes on a life of its own when you paint Santa’s face on a light bulb. Your […]

Reindeer Brownies

Serve adorable Reindeer Brownies at a holiday get-together. These tasty treats are fun to decorate and make for great holiday […]

Easy Snowman Ornament

This easy-to-make snowman ornament started as a baby food jar. This recycling project is lots of fun and inexpensive to […]

Gingerbread Crafts for Kids

The smell of gingerbread is in the air! Celebrate this holiday classic with one of our 30+ gingerbread crafts for kids. […]

Reindeer Hooded Towel

Get the pattern and learn how to make this adorable Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer hooded towel for your little […]

Santa Suit Candy Cup

Make these fun Santa Suit Candy Cups using red candy melts and a small plastic cup as a mold. It’s […]

Edible Christmas Lights

Two store bought candies are quickly transformed into festive Christmas lights that can be put in a candy dish, on […]

Printable Welcome Santa Sign

Welcome Santa with this DIY printable sign featuring 3D peppermint candies. It’s a fun part of a Christmas display.

Christmas Glitter Slime

Christmas Glitter Slime is a gorgeous science experiment meets sensory play. It makes a festive gift or a great snowy […]

Clothespin Nativity

Make this adorable nativity scene to celebrate the reason for the season. A great way to share the story of […]

S’mores Christmas Gift Pops

These yummy Christmas Gift Pops are made out of S’mores! This is a really cute edible project for the Christmas […]

Sequin Suncatcher Ornament

Hot glue is the secret to making this sparkly suncatcher that doubles as a Christmas ornament. Use red, green, and […]

Mason Jar Lid Snowman

This cute snowman made from mason jar canning bands is sure to be a conversation piece. Part rustic, part modern, […]

Frosty Snowmen Pretzels

These tasty snowman treats are a fun and festive winter time project kids will love. Great for a winter themed […]

Mint Meltaway Snowmen

Just a few ingredients will make a delicious peppermint dough that can be formed into tiny snowmen. A winter treat […]

Clothespin Poinsettia

It’s never too soon to start crafting for Christmas!  Use these directions and a handful of clothespins to make a […]

Egg Carton Advent Calendar

This Christmas, make a fun advent calendar using an empty egg carton. It’s quick and easy, but the fun lasts […]

Snowman Felt Board

Kids will love making their own snowy scenes with this Snowman Felt Board. It travels well and is a great […]

Festive Gift Wrapping Ideas

Make your own holiday gift wrap using simple materials. The tutorial shows five creative ways to create personal and thoughtful […]

Faux Knit Mitten Gift Tag

Use yarn to make adorable mitten gift tags that look so warm and cozy. They’re made with faux knitting, with […]

Sheet Music Tabletop Tree

Upcycle old sheet music (or use scrapbooking paper) to make this darling tabletop tree. It’s a beautiful addition to winter […]

Ugly Christmas Sweater Garland

Create the wildest Christmas sweaters you can imagine with this fun paper craft. Kids and adults will love making garlands […]

Easy Christmas Packaging

Use a brown bag, a doily, and a candy cane to make these sweet (and easy!) Christmas packages. They’re perfect […]

Alcohol Ink Ornaments

Create elegant Alcohol Ink Ornaments with this easy step-by-step tutorial. Each one is different, and they’re all beautiful!

Gingerbread Village Candle Holders

Create a stunning gingerbread village to decorate your mantle this Christmas. These edible pieces of art hold candles that enhance […]

Minion Christmas Piñata Cookies

Break open one of these Minion Christmas Piñata Cookies to find banana candies hiding under their sweaters. These cookies could […]

Paper Bow

Use beautiful patterned papers to create your own stunning bows. They look great on gifts, as home decor, and can […]

Christmas Wishing Boxes

This Christmas, give friends dimensional wishing boxes. Fill them with Santa and/or his elves, a greeting, and anything else to […]

Calzone Christmas Trees

Serve Calzone Christmas Trees during your next holiday get-together. These delicious appetizers are so fun to make!

Faux Stained Glass Gift Tag

Make these translucent, faux stained glass style gift tags or ornaments with plastic, cardstock, and Sharpie markers. They look gorgeous […]

Wood Beads Snowman

Turn wooden beads into an adorable snowman ornament. Dress him up with googly eyes, pom poms, sequins, and a little […]