Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Monogrammed Ornament

These monogrammed ornaments are inexpensive and only take about five minutes to make. The completed personalized ornaments are pretty enough to give […]

Shell Santas

Turn clam shells into cute Santa ornaments using beads, ribbon or other craft materials. There’s so much room for creativity!

Santa Advent Calendar

Count down to Christmas with this cute, printable Santa Advent calendar. Each favor box can hold a small treat or […]

Wire-Wrapped Wreath Ornament

This project is a bit time-consuming, but the results are worth it! This gorgeous wire-wrapped wreath looks beautiful on the tree […]

Craft Foam Gingerbread

Use brown craft foam and white yarn to create a cute gingerbread man. Hang it as an ornament or attach […]

Glassware Christmas Village

For a fun twist on a classic holiday decoration, create a Christmas village inside glassware. Use whatever glasses and small […]

Christmas Tree Name Art

Turn your name into a festive Christmas tree! Each person’s name creates a tree that is totally unique.

Coffee Filter Advent Calendar

Create a colorful Advent calendar using colorful coffee filters. This easy project looks great and is a fun twist on […]

Reindeer Theme Party

A reindeer-theme party is so much fun! There are ideas for crafts, activities, foods and more.

Quilled Poinsettia Card

Make a beautiful card featuring candles and a poinsettia. This stunning design is very inexpensive and surprisingly easy to create.

Starry Night in Bethlehem

This beautiful Nativity art is inspired by Van Gogh’s ‘Starry Night.’ What a wonderful project to make and display during […]

Mason Jar Santa Candle

Create an all-natural, homemade mason jar Santa Candle. It’s easy to do and makes a wonderful Christmas gift for just about anyone.

Peppermint Bark Mickey

Use a Mickey-shaped mold (or any other shape) to make your own festive Peppermint Bark. It’s so delicious and makes […]

Faux Fur and Birch Napkin Rings

Make rustic napkin rings made using faux fur and birch-patterned wrapping paper. These pretty napkin rings are perfect for any […]

Quilled Wreath Earrings

These beautiful quilled wreath earrings are so much fun to wear during the holidays. Use the same techniques to make […]

Nut and Seed Salt Dough Ornaments

Try this beautiful, organic take on classic salt dough ornaments. Use colorful, natural seeds and nuts to let your creativity […]

Beaded Snowflake Earrings

Teens with jewelry-making experience and plenty of patience will love these beautiful beaded snowflake earrings. You can simplify the design […]

Pom Pom Doll Ornaments

Make these cute arctic pom pom doll ornaments to brighten up your tree this year. They also make fun gift […]

Painting With Corn

Make this fun corn craft for Thanksgiving. But don’t use a brush! Use the corn to paint with and turn […]

Money-Wrapped Gift

Looking for a creative way to give money as a gift? Use dollar bills as the ribbon and bow on […]

Painted Chestnuts

Turn plain chestnuts into works of art! It’s easy to do and they make a wonderful decoration for the holidays.

Glass Bottle Ornament

Make a pretty decoration for winter using an empty glass bottle. It looks great on the mantle or as a festive […]

Sugar Cookie Turkeys

Decorate tasty sugar cookies like turkeys. What a fun way to spend a fall afternoon with the kids!

Colorful Paper Craft Turkey

Make this cute and colorful paper turkey to express gratitude. It’s a wonderful project to do together for Thanksgiving.

Shoebox Sleigh

Turn an empty shoebox, some corks, 4 candy canes and other items into a fun parade float! It makes a […]

Disney-Themed Invitation

This adorable invitation is great fun for a Disney-themed party. Change out the mouse ears for Christmas ornaments or other […]

Christmas Tree Craft

This fun Christmas tree project combines three different techniques with three different paints and inks. The results are simply beautiful!

Quilled Holly Wreath

This beautiful quilling project is simple enough for beginners. Hang it on a wall, use it as a centerpiece, or […]

Swedish Tomte Christmas Ornament

Make these cute little Scandinavian tomte Christmas ornaments for your tree this year. These mythical creatures also make fun gift toppers.

Reindeer Food Ornament

This adorable reindeer food ornament is easy to do and makes a great party favor or party activity. Hang it […]

Quilled Christmas Tree Earrings

Make darling Christmas tree earrings using quilling paper. These are easy to make, cost very little and make a wonderful gift!

Faux Birch Place Mat

This pretty birch placemat is actually made out of wrapping paper! It’s perfect for holidays, nature- or garden-themed parties and […]

Wood Burnt Kitchen Spoons

Wooden kitchen spoons enhanced with wood burnt designs make great homemade gifts. Teens can make them for grandparents, aunts and uncles, […]

Colorful Crayon Turkey

Give new life to broken crayons with this fun Thanksgiving turkey craft. It looks beautiful hung in a window.

Pumpkin Pie Craft

Try something different from the expected turkey, Pilgrim and cornucopia crafts with this pumpkin pie project! It’s really easy to […]

Magnetic Thanksgiving Game

Make a fun Mayflower voyage magnetic game to celebrate Thanksgiving. The tutorial includes the printables you’ll need.

Beaded Christmas Tree

Create a beautiful mini 3-D Christmas tree using beads. This project is not for beginners, but teens with some beading […]

Miniature Clay Cornucopia

Make a mini colorful cornucopia filled with fruits and flora. With air-dry clay, craft paint and some paper leaves, it’s […]

Child-Sized Advent Wreath

Create a child-sized, working Advent wreath. This craft, which features pink and purple birthday candles, is a wonderful way to […]

Leaf Coaster

It’s so easy to create coasters with colorful fall leaves. What a wonderful way to bring the beauty of fall […]

Thanksgiving Turkey Craft

This simple paper Thanksgiving craft is easy enough for kids of all ages. Each turkey has so much personality!

Advent Wreath Art

Use construction paper crayons on black paper to create a beautiful drawing of an Advent wreath. This is a wonderful […]

Personalized Pilgrim Napkin Rings

Personalize your Thanksgiving napkin rings with your guests’ pictures. What a cute and unique way to dress up your holiday […]

Pilgrim Crafts for Kids

Happy November! We’ve gathered up over 40 of the best Pilgrim crafts for kids. You’ll find all sorts of pilgrim-themed crafts […]

Halloween Felt Ornaments

Make cute Halloween felt ornaments in a few simple steps. They don’t take long and are a great way to […]

Pom Pom Turkey

Make these adorable Pom Pom Turkeys for Thanksgiving or any time of year! They’re easy to make and can be […]

Kid-Made Gratitude Journal

It’s always good to be thankful. Teach kids the meaning of gratitude with their own cute mini journals.

Pinecone Peacock Ornament

Create a whimsical peacock ornament from a pinecone. This easy craft is inexpensive and a lot of fun.

Corn Husk Painting

Turn corn husks into beautiful flowers or decorative headpieces. It’s fun to do and a great project for fall.

Rainbow Cardboard Costume

Dress up like a rainbow this Halloween! This cute costume is inexpensive, easy to make, and fun to wear.

Jack-O-Lantern Luminaries

Take empty glass jars out of the recycling bin and turn them into festive jack-o-lantern luminaries! This project is simple […]