Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Make Your Own Bath Bombs

I’d like to share how to make fragrant bubbling balls (bath geysers) for your kids, it’s ecofriendly, safe and funny. […]

Paint Drip Flowerpot

This fun paint drip pot is so simple to make and adds a touch of spring to your home or […]

Tea Cup Invitation

Throwing a Valentine’s Day tea? Or perhaps a Mother’s Day luncheon or bridal shower? No matter the occasion, this adorable […]

Rosette Brooch

Transform crepe paper streamers into pretty rosebuds that you can wear on your lapel this Valentine’s Day. This project is […]

Crushed Loofah Soap

I love handmade body and bath stuff, it’s ecofriendly and safe even for kids. Loofah soap can be an alternative […]

Polka Dot Wrapping Paper

Personalize your gift wrapping paper using gold and white punches and kraft paper. While these are perfect for Christmas, it’s […]

Flower Power Jewel Box

This adorable box is all girl with its flower motif and fun fur lining. A little papier mache, glue, and […]

Recycled Cookie Ingredient Jars

Use old jars to make cookie ingredient gifts! Teach recycling while crossing a person off your list. Great for co-workers, […]

Tea Cup Card

Give the gift of a spot of tea to your favorite teacher or anyone you appreciate! Made from scrapbook paper […]

Tin Can Succulent Planters

Recycle tin cans into planters for succulents. Get kids recycling and interested in gardening early! This is a great craft […]

Splatter Paint Vases

Feeling a little nostalgic about the 1980s? Grab some glass paint and thrift store vases and have fun making these […]

Denim Flower Frame

This colorful craft is made from recycled denim that has been dyed in different colors. A great gift idea for […]

Coffee Filter Flower

Make a coffee filter flower to use instead of a bow… adorn a gift, wear it in your hair, or […]

Sharpie Mugs

Using sharpies has never been more fun, or more permanent! You can customize a mug with anything you want and […]

Floating Soy Candle

This is a nice gift idea, it’s a super simple tutorial for how to make your own floating soy candles. […]

Felt Envelope

A simple sewing project that can be a gift or a special family letter holder. This would be great for […]

Soy Wax Tarts

This is a tutorial showing how you can make your own homemade soy wax tarts. This would be ideal for […]

Postage Stamp Necklace

For teenagers that are looking to create more jewelry, this absolutely lovely postage stamp necklace is a fabulous project for […]

How to Make Soy Candles

In this tutorial teenagers will learn how to make their own soy wax candles. This is a great project for […]

Easy Washi Tape Gift Wrap

Here’s a simple gift wrap that kids can help make using brown paper and washi tape. They will love creating […]

Homemade Envelopes

This is a fun paper craft for the whole family! Learn to make an envelope out of any paper you […]

Letter Photo Props

Use wood letters, scrapbook paper to create pretty photo prop letters. Perfect for taking pictures for grandparents, Mother’s Day, Father’s […]

Fingerprint Charm Bracelet

Make a polymer clay keepsake charm to add to a bracelet or necklace preserving your child’s fingerprint. Makes the perfect […]

Family Puzzle

Create a fun family game using a family picture, an old puzzle and Mod Podge. Great gift for Father’s Day […]

Matchbox Fridge Magnets

Turn matchboxes into a fabulous photo display! A fun way for Dad to decorate his desk or toolbox…or give the […]

Chocolate Chip Bath Cookies

May 15 is Chocolate Chip Day! Celebrate this wonderful chocolate day with a moisturizing soap made with chocolate chips – […]

Penne Statement Necklace

This craft allows you to play with your food! Made from dried pasta, this is a great craft for tweens […]

Bright Flower Card

Pretty faux flowers sewn onto colorful cardstock make this an extra special Mother’s Day card. A nice gift from tweens […]

Hand Painted Flower Pots

Paint markers are perfect for crafting with little hands. Paint flower pots for any occasion and give as gifts! A […]

Our Family TV

Our Family TV Make a vintage TV frame to hold a special family photograph. It makes a great gift for […]

Kitchen Sink Pot

Make a pretty pot for Mother’s Day using fabric swatches or tissue paper to decorate it. An easy project for […]

Mother’s Day Brooch

Make Mom a pretty brooch to wear on Mother’s Day. Made from fabric scraps, this is a quick and easy […]

Mother’s Day Flower Pot

Kids of all ages can help paint a flower pot for Mom for Mother’s Day. Thumbprints and handprints painted onto […]

Beaded Eyeglass Holder

A simple beading craft to make for Mom or Grandma. A great way to refine their fine motor skills while […]

Cardboard “Mom” Sign

Here’s a gift idea for Mom that older kids will not feel like they are too young to make. Following […]

Teacher Treat Jars

Decorate big glass jars with pretty ribbon and flowers and then fill it with special treats for your child’s teacher. […]

Recipe Card Holder for Mom

If mom likes to cook, she’ll love recipe card holder. Made from craft sticks, this craft is enough for kids […]

Straw Flowers

Our pretty straw flowers will add charm to your Cinco de Mayo decorations. Inspired by 1960 vintage art, hang these […]

Mother’s Day Pamper Card

A pretty card designed to let Mom know that you want her to relax and enjoy her special day. Easy […]

Bookmarks for Mom

A quick and easy Mother’s Day craft, great for classroom and groups to work on. We’ve made foam bookmarks fancy […]

Mother’s Day Matchbox Locket

This Mother’s Day give mom a special locket that holds a special picture of you! Paper covered match boxes are […]

Recycled Flower Pot

Turn a plastic milk or juice jug into a flower pot by covering it with pretty fabric and felt. Makes […]

Gardening Kit

Do you have a mother that likes to garden? Our gardening kit, made from a terra cotta pot and filled […]

Pretty Posy Pins

Make mom a pretty posy pin for her to wear when you take her out for Mother’s Day. Pretty piece […]

Baby Food Jar Garden

Baby Food Jar Garden These pretty little flower gardens are perfect for Mother’s Day, Grandparent’s Day, birthdays, or just to […]

Potted Daffodil Picture

Mom will proudly display this potted Daffodil for everyone to see! Make it extra special by gluing a picture of […]

Mother’s Day Bud Vase

These pretty bud vases are made from PVC pipes, and old photos. This is a gift that Mom will treasure […]

Photo Pendants

You’re never too old to buy your mother a gift on Mother’s Day. Older teens will like making these photo […]

Homemade Lotion Bars

Pamper Mom this Mother’s Day with these homemade lotion bars. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, this soap […]

Pasta Heart Plate for Mom

Even the littlest of crafters can make one of these fun plates of love for Mom! All you need are a […]

Polymer Clay Flower Cards

Easy enough for little hands to help out with, these Mother’s Day cards sport bright, colorful  polymer clay flowers. Not […]