Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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 […]

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 […]

Fireworks Spin Art Paintings

Create beautiful fireworks paintings using spin art! This is great fun for kids of all ages to do for New […]

Patriotic Bandana Wreath

Adorn your door with this red, white, and blue patriotic bandana wreath for your Fourth of July celebrations. It’s easy […]

Patriotic S’mores Party Packs

Everyone will love these fun patriotic s’mores party packs.  Pass out the packs, then make the s’mores outdoors over a campfire […]

Paper Bag Bald Eagle

Turn paper bags into majestic bald eagles! This easy classroom project is perfect for any patriotic holiday.

Patriotic Candle Holders

Make patriotic occasions even more festive with these lovely votive candle holders. They look beautiful lit or unlit, indoors or […]

Father’s Day Flamingo

Flamingo Dads are the best! Tell your dad how much you love and appreciate him with this adorable flamingo card.

Printable Toolbox Card

Simply print, cut and fold to make a cool dimensional toolbox card. It’s the perfect size to hold a gift […]

Bald Eagle Pear

Combine pears, white chocolate, coconut, and cashews to make bald eagles for your July 4th table. While they perhaps are […]

Walnut Boats

Turn walnut shells and leftover birthday candles onto walnut boats that will really float! These are great fun for beach […]

Golf Flamingo

Turn a golf ball and tee into a feathered flamingo. This makes a fun gift for Dad or anyone who […]

Draw a Realistic Popsicle

Learn how to draw a realistic popsicle. Use patriotic colors or switch them out to whatever you’d like!

Hardware Store Bow

Make this fun bow out of materials from the hardware store! It’s a fun way to wrap gifts for Dad […]

Patriotic Temporary Tattoos

Create your own custom temporary tattoos, perfect for July 4th or any patriotic occasion. The tutorial includes 7 printable designs.

Patriotic Dip

Planning an Independence Day party? This tasty dip will add patriotic flare to your table!

Sparkly Star Marshmallow Straws

Red, white and blue star shaped marshmallows coated with sparkly colored sugar are perfectly patriotic for the 4th of July. […]

Flag Cookie Tray

Impress everyone with this simple American flag cookie tray.  No decorating skills needed!  Simply dip and coat store-bought cookies for […]

Candy Firecrackers

These 4th of July candy firecrackers are sure to be popular! A free printable and twisted rope ribbon easily turn […]

American Flag Cookies

Decorate adorable American flag cookies for the 4th of July or any patriotic occasion. They’re best for preteens and teens […]

Fabric Garland for the 4th of July

Decorate for Independence Day or another patriotic occasion with this sturdy fabric garland. Change out the colors to make versions […]

Uncle Sam Nutter Butters

These candy-coated Nutter Butter Cookies are decorated with modeling chocolate to look like Uncle Sam. This is a really fun […]

Fruit Cup Flowers

Repurpose those empty plastic fruit cups and egg cartons to plant a rainbow of beautiful flowers. What a great way […]

Father’s Day Pizza

Make an award for Dad that he is sure to love! Use store bought crust, pizza sauce, cheese and pepperoni […]

Beach Card for Father’s Day

Turn cardstock and sand into a one-of-a-kind Father’s Day card. Even the smallest of hands can help make this card […]

Daddy’s Car Wash Kit

This Father’s Day, give Dad a bucket with his favorite car cleaning supplies. Don’t forget to offer a helping hand […]

Firecracker Cake

Turn an ordinary cake roll into a cute and festive firecracker cake!  Fun for the 4th of July or any patriotic […]

Faceted Dollar Hearts

Make your own origami Dollar Hearts! Follow the step-by-step photo tutorial to turn your dollar bills into beautiful works of […]

World Peace in Clay

This clay project, representing world peace, consists of a globe encircled with hearts in the many skin tones found around […]

‘Dad Rocks’ Paperweight

Show Dad how much you love him with a homemade “Dad Rocks” paperweight. This is a wonderful gift for Father’s […]

Statue of Liberty Crown

Whether you’re celebrating indoors or having a good ol’ backyard barbecue, make your patriotic celebration extra festive with this awesome […]

Yarn Flower Greeting Card

Create a pretty card using yarn and paper scraps. These cards are wonderful for birthdays, Mother’s Day, thank-you’s, or just […]

Cardboard Tube Firecracker

Create cool decorations for the Fourth of July using cardboard tubes. Show your patriotism with this fun recycled project. 

All Colors are Beautiful

Use blendable skin tone color pencils to create a piece of artwork that proves all colors are beautiful. This works […]

Duct Tape Sports Clipboards

Sports fans, coaches and dads will all love this easy-to-make gift. It’s a great choice for Father’s Day or at […]

Licorice Flag

This sweet flag is so easy to make and the kids can help. You can serve it just the way […]