Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cardboard Tube Spooky Characters

Turn empty cardboard tubes into fun Halloween-themed creations, like a spider, cat, jack-o-lantern or bat. This easy, mess-free activity lets […]

Pumpkin Stamps

Stamp pumpkins on paper to make fall decorations, wrapping paper, cards and more. The secret is to use an apple!

Felt Jack-o-Lantern

This cute jack-o-lantern is made entirely of felt! Change the face to give each one you make a different personality.

Slit Throat Crystal Necklace

Make an elegant (yet creepy!) crystal necklace for Halloween that looks like a bloody, dripping, slit throat. It’s the perfect […]

Hello Kitty and Miffy Pumpkins

Make the cutest pumpkins this year by turning them into Hello Kitty and Miffy! These no-carve pumpkins will last for […]

Decorative Halloween Jars

Don’t recycle those empty jars just yet! It’s fun and easy to turn them into decorative Halloween crafts.

Concrete Pumpkins

Turn concrete block, bricks or pavers into cute decorative pumpkins. This craft is super easy to make and really inexpensive.

Monster Printables

These monster printables make fun decorations for Halloween or a themed party. They are also a good way for kids […]

Halloween Lantern

This Halloween lantern is easy to make and so festive. Leave it empty or add a candle inside for extra […]

Glitter Glue Spider Webs

Create your own spider webs with glitter glue! It’s so easy to do, kid-friendly and looks fantastic.

Halloween Bat Holder

Decorate for Halloween with this fabulous felt bat. It doubles as a holder for trick-or-treat candies.

Halloween Witch Hat

Make a fabulous felt witch hat to wear this Halloween. It’s easy to do and requires no sewing.

Cardboard Emoji Costumes

These cardboard emoji costumes make a fun and easy costume for kids of all ages. They’re inexpensive and great for […]

Cardboard Halloween Town

Create an awesome cardboard Halloween Town from milk cartons. This fun recycling project looks spook-tacular!

Button and Wire Owl

Use just wire and buttons to make an adorable owl in minutes. Hang him with fishing line to make it […]

Pirate Wreath

Create a cool pirate wreath for a pirate-themed birthday party or Halloween. The tutorial includes a template.

Halloween Night Lights

These quick and easy Halloween Night Lights are the perfect crafts to make with kids. They look great during the […]

Beaded Spider Craft

This adorable, not-so-creepy spider is a fun way to decorate for Halloween. It’s so easy to do!

Jack O’Lantern Luminaries

These Jack O’Lantern luminaries are easy for kids to make and they are a fun art project as well. I […]

Colored Microwave Popcorn

Follow the directions to create tasty popcorn in the microwave that pops in your favorite color! Mix colors to create […]

Clay Pumpkin Pencil Toppers

Use homemade clay to make these cute pumpkin toppers and holder. They’re a fun way to add a fall touch […]

Captain America and Thor Costumes

Create these no-sew superhero costumes from basic sweats, paint, and a little felt. The tutorial includes instructions for making Captain America’s […]

Origami Paper Monsters

Use these cute paper origami monsters as bookmarks or puppets. They’re easy to make and are full of personality!

Grandparent’s Day Card

Grandparent’s Day is coming up. Use this printable card to tell them how much you love them. There is a […]

Darth Maul and Yoda Costumes

These simple Darth Maul and Yoda costumes are perfect for little Star Wars fans. Wear them on Halloween or for everyday […]

Chewbacca Mickey Ears

Make these easy headband Chewbacca Mickey ears for your next Disney Parks vacation. They’re also fun for Halloween or Star […]

Kawaii Apple Purse

It’s so easy to make this cute paper apple purse. Just print, punch and sew, then fill it with goodies!

DIY Darth Vader Costume

You won’t believe how easy it is to put together the main part of this Darth Vader costume! Duct tape […]

Daisy Necklace

This daisy necklace is so pretty and makes a wonderful gift for mom or a special teacher. This project is […]

Birthstone Pendant Necklace

It only takes about 10 minutes to make a birthstone pendant necklace. After making your own, make them for Mom, […]

Cement Push Pins

These awesome push pins are made of cement using a mold designed for ice cubes. They make a fun gift […]

Decorated Candy Dish

Create your own custom candy dish by adding glass gems to a shaped dish. Then simply fill it with candy and […]

Button Flowers

Button flowers are very easy to make and are so cute! Best of all, they never wilt.

Layered Necklace

Make a layered necklace for prom or another special event. It also makes a lovely gift for preteens and teens […]

Patriotic Paper Lantern

Make patriotic paper lanterns in just minutes. This craft looks great, is inexpensive and couldn’t be any easier!

Patriotic Tent Cards

Use these printable tent cards as place cards or menu cards. The color scheme and pop-up star makes them perfect […]

Minion Ornament

Make a darling minion ornament using paint and vinyl. It’s easy to do and is a fun project for a […]

Patriotic Napkin Rings

Transform plain napkin rings into something special for the 4th of July. It’s so easy to do!

Flag-Inspired Table Runner

Host a fabulous 4th of July event with this table runner. It’s quick, easy to make and there’s no sewing […]

Easy July 4th Centerpiece

Show your American spirit with this festive July 4th centerpiece. It takes practically no time at all and is a […]

General Cornwallis Costume

This General Cornwallis costume is fun for Halloween, a class presentation, or a historical reenactment. It can be easily adapted […]

4th of July Centerpiece

  This pretty Independence Day centerpiece features fireworks, flags, banners and pinwheels. Change out the message to use it for other […]

Denim Gift Wrapping

Denim print wrapping paper inspired this easy masculine gift wrap design. It’s perfect for birthdays, Father’s Day and many other […]

Patriotic Straw Necklace

Turn paper straws into patriotic necklaces! It’s easy to do and they make great accessories for July 4th, Veteran’s Day […]

Father’s Day Book

Make Dad a custom father’s day book that he will love. The tutorial includes printable templates with 10 frames and fill-in prompts.

Stuffed Bunny

Make your own stuffed bunny using this easy sewing tutorial. Or, leave the ears off and create a cute stuffed snowman!

Necktie Picture Frame

This necktie picture frame makes a fun and frugal Father’s Day present. What a neat way to repurpose a tie!

Wooden Toy Car

Make Dad this cool wooden car for Father’s Day! It’s a fun introduction to woodworking.

Easy Chenille Rabbit

Make a fluffy rabbit using soft chenille stems. They’re easy to make and so cute!

Leather Keychain

This leather keychain is simply designed and easy to make with a precision knife, denim button and ring. It takes only […]