Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Egg Carton Flower Garden

Use paint and a few other simple supplies to turn an old egg carton in to a beautiful flower garden. […]

Hunger Action Month Turkey

Introduce kids to Hunger Action Month this September with a healthy and cute vegetarian turkey lunch! Orange is the color […]

Bubble Wrap Apple Stamping

These apple stamps are easy to make and fun to do. They’re great for fall gift wrap, decorating a t-shirt […]

Chocolate Peanut Butter Acorns

These no-bake, chocolate and peanut butter acorn-shaped treats are perfect for fall. So tasty and they couldn’t be easier!

Felt Acorn Napkin Rings

Follow the simple tutorial to make beautiful felt acorn napkin rings, perfect for any fall event. It’s a wonderful project […]

Hand-Drawn Flower Cookies

Use edible writers to create beautiful hand-drawn flower cookies. They are wonderful for birthdays, as a thank you, or for […]

“Corn”dinsky Corn Ears

This clever project uses Kandinsky’s famous work to inspire colorful ears of corn. It’s a fun activity for fall.

Donut Hole Apples

Donut Hole Apples make a perfect back-to-school breakfast or after school treat. Package them with a printable bag topper for […]

Back to School Cookies

Try these fun and easy back-to-school chalkboard and apple cookies. They make a great teacher gift, or special treat for […]

Corn Wreath

Even the little ones can get in on the fun of making these beautiful harvest corn wreaths! All you need […]

Easy Tree Snack

Pair this tasty and healthy snack with a study of the parts of a tree. It’s also lots of fun […]

Giant Teacher Pencil

Turn an empty Pringles container into an awesome pencil-shaped gift for your teacher. Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Week or back-to-school.

Pocket Tissue Monster

These adorable felt monsters hold tissues so they’ll be close at hand when you need them. What a great project […]

Cupcake Apple Tree

This edible apple tree is made with cupcakes and a sheet cake. It’s perfect for a family reunion, back to […]

Chili Pepper Mini Pinatas

Your kids will love making these mini chili pepper pinatas for your next fiesta! Fill them with Hot Tamales for […]

Queen and Princess Cake Pops

Mini silver cupcake liners become crowns for these adorable queen and princess cake pops.  This is a fun edible project […]

Corn on the Cob Craft

This is a great craft to make with a group of kids. Just air pop the popcorn (They’re less likely […]

Fruit Flower Bouquet

Create this beautiful, easy-to-make flower bouquet for parties or other special occasions.  This tasty treat is made from fruit and […]

Minion Hat

Use the template to make an adorable minion hat. There are also instructions to make a minion goggles mask.

Starry Stained Glass Cake

This patriotic cake contains a wonderful surprise, Jell-o stars! This cake is great for the 4th of July or any […]

Painted Saguaro Cactus

Few plants are as instantly recognizable as the mighty saguaro cactus. Painting one is an easy project, even for beginners.

Printable Patriotic Windsock

Make this patriotic windsock craft using printables, tape and ribbon. It’s a festive decoration that’s quick and easy to make.

Pipe Cleaner Cacti

Turn pipe cleaners into adorable cacti topped with pom pom flowers. What a fun craft for kids to do!

American Flag Cheesecake

Celebrate 4th of July or any other patriotic holiday with delicious cheesecake decorated with the American flag.  It is surprisingly […]

Patriotic Denim Heart

Turn old jeans into an adorable patriotic heart! This easy project is a great way for kids to learn and […]

4th of July Ice Cream Roll

Slice into a red sprinkle topped vanilla ice cream roll to reveal blue cake stars hiding inside. It’s the perfect […]

Rainbow Gumdrop Cookies

The kids can make these fun Rainbow Cookies all by themselves. They’re so cute and tasty, too!

Foam Sun Ornament

Foam Sun Ornament This bright foam sun decoration will look like it’s floating in the sky when suspended from your […]

Taco Salad Flag

This festive taco salad is fun for any patriotic occasion. It’s very easy to make and healthy, too!

Patriotic Table Decorations

Create a festive table for an Independence Day party or other patriotic occasion. It’s easy to do with duct tape!

Cardboard Star-Spangled Banner

This Star-Spangled Banner project combines math, history and art to make a replica of the flag that inspired Francis Scott […]

Festive Decoupaged Jars

Print your own tissue paper! Then use your homemade tissue paper to make some fun decoupaged jars to hold flowers, […]

X is for X-ray

Combine science with art by making a realistic x-ray craft. The only materials you need are black cardstock (or construction […]

Father’s Day Grill Master Gift

Create the ultimate gift set for Dad! He’ll love the personalized equipment that declares him The Grillfather and King of […]

Thumbprint Heart Necklace

Make a precious keepsake using a loved one’s thumbprint. This makes a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or […]

Summer Fun Tote for Teachers

Pamper your child’s teacher with a pretty tote stuffed full of fun-in-the-sun products. It’s a nice way to say “Thank […]

Easy Garden Cupcakes

Here’s a tutorial for a seriously simple and adorable spring/garden cupcake. It features vintage seed packet cupcake toppers and delicious […]

Homemade Felt Flowers

There are so many uses for felt flowers, from homemade barrettes and pins and headbands to dressing up magnets, frame […]

Teddy Bear Ear Headband

Make an adorable set of teddy bear ears for a costume or everyday pretend play. It’s easy to adapt to […]

Bottle Ring Toss Game

Make a ring toss game from glass bottles and embroidery hoops.  This portable game is perfect for a picnic in the park […]

Easter Egg Ice Cream Cones

Create colorful faux ice cream cones using hardboiled eggs (or blown eggs or wooden eggs, if you prefer). They’re easy to […]

Patriotic Fudge Stars

Red, white and blue fudge stars make a sweet treat for Memorial Day, the 4th of July, or any patriotic […]

Fabric Flower Bouquet

Make this sweet bouquet of fabric flowers for a loved one in your life. Celebrate a birthday, graduation, anniversary with […]

Couch Potato Gift Basket

Give Dad the day off for Father’s Day! Fill a basket full of relaxing things to do, along with sweet […]

Butterfly Footprint Flower Pot

Make an adorable personalized flowerpot that is both easy and inexpensive to make. Consider making one each year on increasingly […]

Edible Pearls

This pretty string of pearls is completely edible. What a fun and unique way to give Mom or Grandma pearls […]

Paper Flowers

Create a stunning bouquet of flowers using paper and a scalloped punch. Use them to decorate gifts, as party decor, […]

Edible Garden Stone

Turn cookies ‘n cream fudge into an edible garden stone for Mother’s Day. It would also make a nice gift […]

Mini Sombrero

Mini Sombrero Decorate for Cinco de Mayo with this adorable mini sombrero. It’s a  quick and easy craft that’s simple enough for […]

Tissue Box Doggie

This adorable dog is made from a recycled tissue box, some cardboard tubes and scrapbook paper. Use it to hold […]

Symmetry in Nature

Learn all about symmetry using natural objects. This is a great outdoor project for spring, summer or fall.