Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Craft Stick Photo Frame

Use craft sticks and thin cardboard to make a fabulous frame for a special photo. This is a great gift […]

Daisy Pastries

Transform homemade pop tarts into a beautiful daisy. This is a wonderful treat for all sorts of celebrations. 

Flower Prints

This fun nature craft will help your children preserve those pretty flowers they love to pick. With some light colored […]

Apple Shaped Cupcakes

These apple cupcakes are a breeze to make and look so cute. They’re a great way to celebrate the start […]

Pink Fuzzy Slipper Cookies

Make your own adorable Pink Fuzzy Slipper Cookies! They start with Nutter Butter cookies, then are topped with peanut butter […]

Pretty Clay Pens

Learn how to make these cool pens using polymer clay. This is fun and easy for tweens and teens – […]

Easy Preschool Planet Craft

Pique your child’s interest in science and planets with this easy preschool planet craft. Have fun and make the whole […]

Cardboard Tube Monsters

Let your creativity go wild using paint and pom poms to transform cardboard tubes into whimsical monsters. Line these guys […]

Sugar Wafer Pencil Cookies

Celebrate Back to School with these adorable no-bake pencil wafer treats! They’re really easy to make and a great way […]

Silhoutte Charms Bracelet

Create a bracelet that Mom or Grandma will cherish forever, as it features the silhouette charms of her family. It’s […]

Dot Art Suncatcher

Even the youngest of crafters can use dot markers to create a colorful suncatcher. Cut it into a heart to […]

Strawberry Shortcake Outfit

This adorable strawberry shortcake outfit is easy to make with basic sewing skills. Follow the step-by-step instructions for a fun […]

Chilly Cheesburgers

What could be better than an ice cold dessert at your summer picnic or backyard BBQ? Perhaps, a Chilly Cheeseburger […]

Patriotic Biscuits

Use food coloring and foam stamps to decorate these patriotic biscuits. They’re perfect for any patriotic celebration. 

Fireworks Painting

These fireworks projects are quick, easy and fun for all ages! It’s the perfect project for July 4th or anytime […]

Edible Dessert Bowls

What’s more fun than a gorgeous and tasty dessert? Making and eating the bowl holding it!

California Redwood Forest

Create your own crafty version of a beautiful California redwood forest. This is a wonderful way to learn about nature […]

Patriotic Star Suncatchers

These star suncatchers are a great way to decorate for any patriotic holiday, including the 4th of July, Memorial Day, […]

Bald Eagle Magnet

Celebrate the United States by making this feathered patriotic magnet. The bald eagle represents strength, courage, and freedom.

Beaded Star Wand

This beaded star wand takes awhile to make, but it’s worth it! The finished wand is so pretty. Use it […]

Fingerprint Flower Pot

A fingerprint flower pot is a wonderful keepsake gift idea. Plant seeds or flowers in them to give to Mom, […]

Old Glory Pennant

  Old Glory Pennant Use a paper grocery bag to make this patriotic pennant to hang on your wall. This […]

Flag Pizza

Celebrate the 4th or any occasion with this fun flag pizza! It’s easy to make, healthy, and delicious.

Handprint Peace Craft

This handprint collage symbolizes all of human kind striving for love and peace. It is a wonderful way to show […]

Dad Rocks

Tell your dad that he rocks by making him Cookies ‘n Cream Fudge rocks for Father’s Day. What a yummy […]

I Love Ewe, Dad

Dad will get a laugh on the play on words on his Father’s Day gift. Quick and easy to make, […]

Marshmallow Edible Paint

Create tasty rainbows or any colorful treat you can dream up with this Marshmallow Edible Paint. It’s fun for crafters […]

Edible Pool Table

Craft up an edible pool table for the billiards fan in your life. It’s especially fun for Father’s Day or […]

Ice Cream Cone Eagles

Celebrate the 4th of July with some fun ice cream cones decorated like eagles. They’re delicious, perfect for a hot […]

Easy Whiskers Gift Bag

This cute whiskers gift bag is so easy and adds a fun touch to a present. Make it a black […]

Samples of Why We Love Dad

Turn colorful paint swatches into a booklet full of love for Dad. Younger children can draw pictures for him, while […]

Kaboom Kakes

Turn snack cakes into firecrackers to celebrate the 4th of July. They’re sure to add sparks to the celebration!

Liberty Bell Scratch Art

This Liberty Bell art project uses oil pastels and sgraffito, an ancient scratch art technique. The results are stunning.

Groovy Peace Signs

This peace sign paper plate craft is easy enough for toddlers and fun for older kids, too. Each is different […]

Flag Magazine Mosaic

Create a patriotic decoration for the 4th of July using an old magazine or catalog. This easy craft takes some […]

Watermelon Celebration

Chill out at your next celebration with fresh summer fruit! This carved watermelon is perfect for birthday parties, graduation parties […]

I Love You Daddy Poem

I Love You Daddy Poem Give Dad a special gift that he will treasure for a long time. Personalize this […]

D-A-D Card

This Father’s Day, spell it out for Dad to let him know just how much you love him. Homemade cards […]

Most Valuable Dad

Here’s a special Father’s Day gift for Dad if he’s a sports nut. Create a keepsake he’ll love by turning […]

Family Footprint Stool

Turn a plain wooden step stool into a precious family keepsake. It’s something you’ll cherish for years to come. 

Graham Cracker Flag Dessert

Kids will love creating this fun and tasty flag dessert.  It pulls apart for easy serving and is perfect for […]

Patriotic Stained Glass Window Craft

Create patriotic faux stained glass with contact paper, construction paper, and tissue paper. It looks beautiful with the light streaming […]

Paper Flower

Learn how to create beautiful paper flowers. They look really detailed but are rather simple to make. Once you learn […]

Uncle Sam Treat Holders

Uncle Sam Treat Holders Decorate your table this Fourth of July with these adorable treat holders made to look like […]

Twig and Cereal Craft

This simple craft combines nature elements and food art. It’s a fun project that will really stretch your creativity!

Sunny Sweet Rolls

Paint an orange juice glazed sunshine on a plate and top it with a caramel sweet roll to brighten someone’s […]

Button Topiary

Use buttons and a few other supplies to create cute topiaries that will last forever. It’s a fun gift for […]

Watermelon Ice Cream Cake

This watermelon cake is made of ice cream, cookies and cake. It’s such a refreshing treat for any summer occasion. 

Colorful Flower Suncatcher

These easy and colorful flower suncatchers are lots of fun to make. What a great way to preserve beautiful flowers […]

Portrait of Daddy

Create a paper portrait of Daddy that any father would love to have. It’s easy, inexpensive, and so cute!

Coffee Filter Poppy

Coffee Filter Poppy Poppy flowers are bright red with a dark center, a beautiful contrast that makes for a lovely project! Make […]

Cookie Purses

Make three different cookie purses using store-bought ingredients. These adorable edibles are lots of fun for a birthday party, a […]

Golf Cupcakes

Is Dad into golf? Have the kids say “Happy Father’s Day!” with these fun golf cupcakes! They’re easy enough for […]

Bendable Fabric Flower

Make a colorful, bendable flower using scrap pieces of fabric and pipe cleaners. This is a great spring project, perfect […]

Kitty Headband

Turn chenille stems and lace into a cute kitty headband for little girls to wear. It’s fun for dress-up play or […]