Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Candy Corn on the Cob

Make a fun and delicious Halloween treat- Candy Corn on the Cob! This would make a fun centerpiece or a […]

Monster Handprint Puppets

These Halloween handprint puppets are easy and fun to make and kids will love coming up with their own silly […]

Pumpkin Baby Bib

Sew an adorable bib for a special baby this Halloween season. This one is a jack-o-lantern, but you could make […]

Music Notes Cookie Platter

This platter of cookies is the perfect dessert for a music-inspired party, recital, or concert. They’re equally fun for whenever […]

Make Believe Salad

Does your child have a play kitchen or enjoy “cooking” along with you in the kitchen? Make a faux salad […]

Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes

These mini pumpkin bundt cakes are fun to make and so cute! They’re a perfect fall dessert that the kids […]

Halloween Friends

Use clay pots to make an adorable werewolf, mummy, witch, and vampire to decorate for Halloween. These festive characters are […]

Autumn Faun Halloween Costume

This Autumn Faun Halloween costume is unique, inexpensive, and eye-catching. Turn 6 household items into a floral headpiece worthy of […]

Mad Scientist Potion

Bring out the mad scientist in everyone with this fun bubbling brews that kids (and adults!) will love to drink. […]

Halloween Paper Bags

Turn paper bags into adorable monsters for Halloween or a themed party. Encourage the kids to run wild with their […]

Owl Mask

Make this fun owl mask from leaves, cardstock and felt. This is great for Halloween or for everyday imaginative play!

Hand-Painted Fall Napkins

Create beautiful napkins for Thanksgiving or the entire season of autumn. It’s easy to adapt this project for any holiday […]

Mexican Hot Chocolate Truffles

Spice up your night with these Mexican Hot Chocolate Truffles! They are the perfect dessert for Halloween or the Day […]

Fruit Cup Jack-o-Lantern Treats

These adorable jack-o-lantern fruit cups are a fun alternative to candy this Halloween. These are perfect for classroom parties or […]

Reese’s Werewolf Cupcakes

These Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Werewolf Cupcakes will be the center of attention at any Halloween party! Have fun getting […]

Candy Corn Man

Turn black, orange and white construction paper into an adorable Candy Corn Man. It’s so easy, with lots of room […]

3-D Pumpkin Cookies

These darling pumpkin cookies are ready to be picked from the patch! You’ll be surprised how easy it is to get […]

Nutter Butter Dracula

Turn Nutter Butter cookies into the world’s most famous vampire. These Dracula treats are great fun for any Halloween party.

Oreo Spider Bites

These tasty Oreo Spider Bites are made of delicious Oreo truffles, chocolate legs and candy eyes. These treats are great […]

Jack-O Eggs and a Hunt

Who says eggs are just for Easter? Make and decorate Jack-O-Lantern Eggs then head out on a Halloween hunt in […]

Chenille Stem Skeleton

Make this boney skeleton from chenille stems and pom poms. This is a fun project for Halloween.

Paper Bag Pumpkin

This cute kids’ paper bag pumpkin craft is perfect for table decorations or, if filled with candy, a great party […]

Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves

Add a basket of beautifully Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves to your Thanksgiving dinner table. They’re really easy to do and […]

Sock Monsters

Don’t throw your odd socks away. Instead, transform them into monsters! This is a great project for young children, as […]

Candy Corn Chicken Quesadillas

These cheesy chicken quesadillas look like candy corn, making them perfect for an easy dinner on Halloween night. They’re such […]

Easy Candy Acorns

These cute and tasty candy acorns are easy enough for kids to make and sophisticated enough to decorate the Thanksgiving […]

Burlap Apple Banner

Stamp actual apples on burlap to make this wonderful fall banner. Even the youngest of crafters can help!

Craft Stick Pumpkin

Create a cute craft stick pumpkin to welcome fall. This fun craft is easy to make and easy to adapt […]

Plastic Lid Apples

These adorable apples are made from plastic lids, some glue and a few other supplies. This is a fun craft […]

Patriotic T-Shirts

Create your own patriotic t-shirts using the Cricut. These shirts were made using printed heat-transfer vinyl. 

Acorn cookies

Try these tasty no bake acorn cookies for a fun fall treat. They’re easy and fun to make with kids.

Gourmet Apple Cookies

These chocolate-covered apple cookies are the perfect fall treat! They’re fun to make and easy to customize with your favorite […]

Watermelon Grill

It only takes a few steps to turn a fresh watermelon into a grill that doubles as a serving vessel. […]

Apple Pencil Holder

Give your teacher an adorable apple pencil holder for Teacher Appreciation Week, during back-to-school, or as a Christmas gift. This […]

Duct Tape Wallet

Follow this step by step guide to making your own duct tape wallet. It’s fully functional and easier to make […]

Teacher Gift Wrap

This 2-in-1 “Apple for My Teacher” gift wrap is the perfect way show your teacher how special they are. Sweet, […]

Colored Pencil Can

Colored Pencil Can This colored pencil can is pretty and functional! What makes this holder special is that the pencils […]

Carrot Cake Pops

These carrot-shaped cake pops are simple to make and fun to eat. This is one vegetable every child will want […]

Yarn Apples

Quickly craft a basket of apples from yarn – a pretty table decoration!

Plastic Bottle Apples

It only take a few simple steps to make cute plastic bottle apples, a fun and creative recycling project. Use […]

Apple Wall Hanging

Make this pretty and bright apple wall hanging using items from nature and your recycling bin! This awesome craft is […]

Nail Polish Cake Pops

These may look like cute little jars of nail polish, but they are actually edible cake pops!  This fun and […]

How to Make Rainbow Ice

Beat the summer heat and make your own Rainbow Ice for the water table or kiddie pool! While they play, […]

Rock Mushrooms

Paint rocks to make these adorable mushrooms! It’s such a fun way to dress up houseplants or to put into […]

Colorful Walking Stick

Decorate a walking stick and take it with you on fun hikes in the woods or on the nature trails. […]

Faux Mosaic Flower Pot

Create your own beautiful flower pots using a super easy faux mosaic technique. Everyone from toddlers to teens will enjoy […]

Ice Cube Boats

The kids will have so much fun making these ice cube sail boats from a cup, a straw, and some […]

Alien Headband

These fun and funky alien headband are made from simple everyday craft items. Kids can create their own special alien […]

Colored Rice American Flag

Celebrate the United States by making a colorful rice version of the American flag. This craft is wonderful craft for […]

Jello Jar Monsters

Use your creativity to turn ordinary jello cups into cute, scary, or silly monsters. This fun and easy treat is […]

Liberty Bell Collage

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

String Cheese Pencils

These cute string cheese pencils are great fun for Back to School, Teacher Appreciation Day or any other school-themed event. […]

Patriotic Marshmallow Pops

These red, white and blue sparkly marshmallow pops are perfect for Memorial Day, the 4th of July, or any patriotic […]