Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Fingerprint Cherry Tree

Turn fingerprints into bright red cherries on this President’s Day cherry tree. Toddlers and preschoolers will have fun filling the […]

Monkey Valentine

Tell that someone special that “I’m bananas for you!” with this homemade monkey Valentine. You can find candy bananas sold […]

Printable Clown Hat

Get the kids clowning around by making this easy printable clown party hat. It’s perfect for a circus-themed party or […]

Quilted Valentine Crafts

Quilt together small pieces of fabric to create a variety of valentine projects. This is a great project for teens […]

Valentine Bug Cupcakes

Decorate plain cupcakes with candy bugs for a playful dessert or classroom treat. This tutorial features three fun ideas for […]

Pink Bubbles and Heart Blowers

Homemade bubbles and heart blowers are so much fun for Valentine’s Day! Add the cute printable tag and it’s ready […]

Lincoln’s Log Cabin

This log cabin craft makes a great President’s Day activity for preschoolers. Not only does it tie in to the […]

Bumble Bee Corn Dog

Kids will have fun making this friendly corn dog bee. What a fun way to say “Bee Mine” on Valentine’s […]

Charming Cars Valentines

These charming valentines double as backpack charms! Let your valentines know that “You auto be my valentine!”

Warm Fuzzy Cake Balls

You’re sure to receive lots of smiles when you serve these valentine cake balls. The whole family will have fun […]

Heart Flowers

This simple craft is perfect for even the youngest of kids. These are great for birthdays, Mother’s Day or Valentine’s […]

Colored Pencil Jewelry

Turn colored pencils into necklaces and a trivet. This makes an awesome gift for a teacher and is great fun […]

Sweetheart Cupcakes

This delicious Valentine’s treat combines the flavors of chocolate and cherry. Instead of frosting the cupcakes, try stuffing the icing […]

Groundhog Hot Dogs

On Feb. 2, the groundhog always takes center stage as we anxiously wait to hear if spring is on its […]

Felt Groundhog Finger Puppets

Little crafters will have fun gluing pieces of felt together to make groundhog finger puppets. It’s an easy craft for […]

Groundhog Day Felt Playset

This fun project uses only felt and scissors (googly eyes are optional) to create a fun Groundhog Day play set. […]

Tissue Paper Hearts

Don’t get rid of torn or wrinkled tissue paper… use it to make these beautiful hearts. It’s a fun Valentine’s […]

Wild Hearts

This linked heart project, made with oil pastels and paint, is perfect for Valentine’s Day. Try traditional colors or something […]

Groundhog Day Desserts

Grab the kids and head into the kitchen to whip up these super cute Groundhog Day desserts. Made from favorites […]

Cupid’s Bow and Arrow

This easy craft is lots of fun for Valentine’s Day. All you need are glittery pipe cleaners, paint and dowels.

Rice Krispie Treat Dragons

Rice Krispie Treats and Fruit Roll Ups are used to make these adorable dragons. Serve them for Chinese New Year […]

Valentine Fingerprint Frame

This adorable, festive frame is so easy and inexpensive to make. Even the smallest crafters will enjoy applying the paint […]

Valentine Mailbox

Transform a dollar store find into a beautiful Valentine’s Day mailbox. Filled with candy or other treats, this is the […]

Flamingo Valentine

Show everyone how much you care this Valentine’s Day with flamingo valentines. They’re fun, cute and totally unique!

Groundhog Goodies

Whether or not he sees his shadow, this little groundhog is adorable either way! This is a really fun treat […]

Crown of Hearts

Turn a paper plate and construction paper into a Valentine’s Day crown that’s fit for royalty! Use paint and glitter […]

Tic-Tac-Toe Hearts

When you think Valentine’s Day, what comes to mind? Hearts, red & pink, and crafts, right? All three of those […]

Marshmallow Love Bugs

Give your special valentine one of these adorable totally edible love bugs for a sweet Valentine’s Day treat. You are […]

Bunny Treats

Peas and carrots candy is so cute! It’s even more cute with an adorable bunny topper that’s fun and easy […]

Crayon Hearts

Decorate your windows for Valentine’s Day with these beautiful translucent hearts made from waxed paper and crayons. It’s a great […]

Rose Valentine Bookmarks

These pretty paper rose bookmarks are perfect for giving on Valentine’s Day. Attach a note saying “You hold a special […]

Chinese Good Fortune Cupcakes

Add to the festivities for Chinese New Year by serving these good fortune cupcakes. The Year of the Rat starts […]

Paper Plate Peace Doves

Make these sweet peace doves on paper plates to honor Dr. King’s message of peace and harmony. This is a […]

Chocolate Love Bug Valentine

This Love Bug covering a heart-shaped box of chocolates is a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for friends or family. The tutorial […]

Valentine Wreath

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this cute and easy-to-make heart door wreath. It’s a quick project that is fun to […]

Freedom Friend Puppets

Freedom Friends Puppets Share Martin Luther King’s belief in peace and friendship with these freedom puppets. It’s a fun way […]

Cardboard Tube Pillow Box

These cute pillow boxes are made with cardboard tubes. They are perfect for wrapping jewelry or other small gifts.

Canning Jar Lid Snowman

This adorable snowman is made from a recycled canning jar lid! It’s a fun winter project for kids.

Quilted Mini Trees

These festive trees make wonderful Christmas ornaments or gift tags. Use scraps for this beginner sewing project!

Crystal Snowflakes

Show the kids how they can grow their own snowflakes. Use them to decorate the tree, hang in a window, […]

Edible Menorah

Celebrate Hanukkah with an edible, healthy Menorah. For a party activity, put out plates of different veggies or fruit and […]

Disney Christmas Paper Crafts

Add some Disney to your Christmas paper crafting fun! Just download and print out the templates to make your own […]

Christmas Snowman Hairclip

This charming snowman hair clip is easy to make and fun to wear. This sparkly felt fellow also makes a […]

Craft Stick Menorah and Dreidel

Make fun and festive Hanukkah decorations using colored craft sticks. Plain stick will work as well; just paint them or […]

Quilled Snowman Craft

Quilling is an easy, inexpensive and quick craft that has been around for hundreds of years. Use basic quilling techniques and […]

Mini Dreidel Cakes

Serve these yummy cake bites to “top” off your Hanukkah dinner. These adorable mini dreidels are fun for kids to […]

Santa’s Belly Napkin Rings

Turn felt and empty cardboard tubes into cute napkin rings that look like Santa’s belly. They’re perfect for Christmas dinner.

Holiday Found Poem

Challenge kids to create a poem from words cut from the newspaper, ransom-style! This one is Christmas themed, but this […]

Angel Ornament

Turn clam shells into an adorable Christmas angel. This easy craft makes a beautiful ornament for the tree.

Quilled Poinsettia Card

Create a unique Christmas card featuring a quilled poinsettia flower. It’s easy enough for quilling beginners to do.

Tissue Paper Tassel Garland

Decorate for New Year’s Eve (or any occasion!) with a simple garland of tassels. These gold and silver tissue paper […]

Alcohol Ink Ornaments

Learn how to paint glass globe ornaments with colorful alcohol inks. It’s so much fun and the results are stunning!