Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Scarecrow Mason Jar

Turn a mason jar into an adorable little scarecrow. Fill the jar with flavored popcorn, candies, or other fall treats […]

Campfire Costume

Looking for an original Halloween costume idea? This clever campfire costume is very inexpensive to make and lights up for […]

Twinkie Frankensteins

This adorable Frankenstein treat starts with a Twinkie. What a fun snack to make for a Halloween party or get-together!

Trick or Treat Coloring Page

Enjoy this printable trick or treat coloring page during the Halloween season. It’s fun for kids of all ages. 

Lego Minifig Costume

You’re never too old to play with Legos…or to dress up like a Lego minifig! This is a fun DIY […]

Halloween Caramel Apples

Caramel apples are such a fun and tasty fall treat! Give them a Halloween twist by adding chocolate, fondant or […]

Sugar Skull Doll

Create a beautiful doll for Dia de los Muertos. The tutorial makes it so easy.

Footprint Flying Witch

Using your child’s foot, some paint and paper scraps, you can make this adorable witch this Halloween!

Candy-Filled Cauldron Cookies

Celebrate Halloween with these fun chocolate cauldron cookies. When you break them open, candy skulls, bones, eyeballs, and spiders pour […]

Little Hand Apple Orchard

Create a unique and beautiful apple orchard using paint with little arms, hands, and fingers. This is a great project […]

Candy Corn Counting

Craft adorable paper plate candy corn game pieces and then watch as children have fun playing an educational counting game! […]

Sugar Skull Costume

This cool Halloween bride costume is surprisingly easy to make using tulle and rubber bands. No sewing required!

Veggie Monsters

These are the cutest edible monsters ever! Check out all the different combinations you and your kids can make with […]

Charlie Brown Ghost Brownies

These easy-to-make brownies are decorated to look like Charlie Brown in his ghost costume for Halloween. What a fun and […]

Licorice Magic Wands

Make tasty magic wands with licorice and sprinkles. They’re fun for Halloween or a Harry Potter-themed party!

Canning Lid Monsters

Make adorable monsters using recycled canning lids and colorful paper! These would make fun wearable pins or magnets too.

Finger Knit Pumpkins

This fun project is a great way to introduce your kids to the joys of knitting. Using their fingers, they’ll […]

Canning Jar Lid Pumpkin Craft

These simple pumpkins make the perfect homemade decoration for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or autumn. It’s a great way to use something […]

Coffee Filter Folklorico Dancer

Turn dyed coffee filters and construction paper into a beautiful folklorico dancer. This is the perfect craft to celebrate Mexican […]

Hunger Action Month Turkey

Introduce kids to Hunger Action Month this September with a healthy and cute vegetarian turkey lunch! Orange is the color […]

Chocolate Peanut Butter Acorns

These no-bake, chocolate and peanut butter acorn-shaped treats are perfect for fall. So tasty and they couldn’t be easier!

Felt Acorn Napkin Rings

Follow the simple tutorial to make beautiful felt acorn napkin rings, perfect for any fall event. It’s a wonderful project […]

Hand-Drawn Flower Cookies

Use edible writers to create beautiful hand-drawn flower cookies. They are wonderful for birthdays, as a thank you, or for […]

“Corn”dinsky Corn Ears

This clever project uses Kandinsky’s famous work to inspire colorful ears of corn. It’s a fun activity for fall.

Donut Hole Apples

Donut Hole Apples make a perfect back-to-school breakfast or after school treat. Package them with a printable bag topper for […]

Back to School Cookies

Try these fun and easy back-to-school chalkboard and apple cookies. They make a great teacher gift, or special treat for […]

Easy Tree Snack

Pair this tasty and healthy snack with a study of the parts of a tree. It’s also lots of fun […]

Giant Teacher Pencil

Turn an empty Pringles container into an awesome pencil-shaped gift for your teacher. Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Week or back-to-school.

Pocket Tissue Monster

These adorable felt monsters hold tissues so they’ll be close at hand when you need them. What a great project […]

Cupcake Apple Tree

This edible apple tree is made with cupcakes and a sheet cake. It’s perfect for a family reunion, back to […]

Chili Pepper Mini Pinatas

Your kids will love making these mini chili pepper pinatas for your next fiesta! Fill them with Hot Tamales for […]

Queen and Princess Cake Pops

Mini silver cupcake liners become crowns for these adorable queen and princess cake pops.  This is a fun edible project […]

Corn on the Cob Craft

This is a great craft to make with a group of kids. Just air pop the popcorn (They’re less likely […]

Fruit Flower Bouquet

Create this beautiful, easy-to-make flower bouquet for parties or other special occasions.  This tasty treat is made from fruit and […]

Minion Hat

Use the template to make an adorable minion hat. There are also instructions to make a minion goggles mask.

Starry Stained Glass Cake

This patriotic cake contains a wonderful surprise, Jell-o stars! This cake is great for the 4th of July or any […]

Painted Saguaro Cactus

Few plants are as instantly recognizable as the mighty saguaro cactus. Painting one is an easy project, even for beginners.

Printable Patriotic Windsock

Make this patriotic windsock craft using printables, tape and ribbon. It’s a festive decoration that’s quick and easy to make.

Pipe Cleaner Cacti

Turn pipe cleaners into adorable cacti topped with pom pom flowers. What a fun craft for kids to do!

American Flag Cheesecake

Celebrate 4th of July or any other patriotic holiday with delicious cheesecake decorated with the American flag.  It is surprisingly […]

Patriotic Denim Heart

Turn old jeans into an adorable patriotic heart! This easy project is a great way for kids to learn and […]

4th of July Ice Cream Roll

Slice into a red sprinkle topped vanilla ice cream roll to reveal blue cake stars hiding inside. It’s the perfect […]

Rainbow Gumdrop Cookies

The kids can make these fun Rainbow Cookies all by themselves. They’re so cute and tasty, too!

Taco Salad Flag

This festive taco salad is fun for any patriotic occasion. It’s very easy to make and healthy, too!

Patriotic Table Decorations

Create a festive table for an Independence Day party or other patriotic occasion. It’s easy to do with duct tape!

Cardboard Star-Spangled Banner

This Star-Spangled Banner project combines math, history and art to make a replica of the flag that inspired Francis Scott […]

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 […]

Homemade Felt Flowers

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