Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Star Ice Cream Bars

With a silicone mold, you can create your own patriotic star ice cream bars!  They’re as festive as they are […]

Patriotic Wreath Craft

Make this simple, kid-friendly wreath using items you probably already have on hand.  A fun project for July 4th or […]

Tie-Dye Button Bags

Create a patriotic tie-dye tote bag that is cute as a button!  A fun project for July 4th or any time […]

Button Checkerboard

Use this printable checkerboard and red and blue buttons to challenge your opponent to a game of checkers.  A fun […]

Patriotic Utensil Holder

It’s fun and easy to turn empty tissue boxes into cute utensil holders!  Perfect for July 4th or any other occasion.

4th of July Water Blob

Put a patriotic spin on the very-popular Water Blob!  Kids of all ages will love the backyard splashy fun.

Fireworks Painting

Create beautiful firework pictures using paint and pipe cleaners.  This activity is fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Patriotic Party

Use these fun ideas for your next patriotic party!  Fun for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or any other celebration […]

Patriotic Candle Holders

Looking for a way to light up the night this 4th of July? Patriotic candle holders are the perfect complement […]

DIY Pinwheels

Make a cute pinwheel that actually moves!   Use this printable to turn transparency paper and glitter into a toy or […]

Printable Cheeseburger Gift Box

Think outside the box with a quick and easy printable cheeseburger gift box! It’s fun, unusual and the perfect size […]

Patriotic Upcycled Cans

Decorate your July 4th table with this fun patriotic craft!  It’s fast and easy to turn empty cans into these […]

Firecracker Licorice

Have a blast making these simple licorice firecrackers!  These tasty treats will be a hit during the 4th of July […]

Rainbow Cupcake Toppers

Use fondant to make cute and easy rainbow cupcake toppers.  These are fun for a rainbow-themed party, St. Patrick’s Day, […]

Father’s Day Pencil Cup

Turn an empty can into a cool suit and tie pencil holder.  This make a fun gift for Father’s Day or […]

Garden Seed Storage Box

Use Mod Podge and scraps of fabric to dress up a tin box to use to hold garden seed packets. […]

Hero Mason Jar

Honor that special service member with a personalized Hero Mason Jar.  It makes a wonderful gift at any time of […]

Stenciled Flower Pot

Introduce children to stenciling with this easy, glittery flower pot.  Add a plant and it makes a wonderful gift for […]

Patriotic Freedom Drops

This colorful pretzel snack is very quick and easy to make and really tasty!  It is ideal for the 4th […]

Frame with Homemade Enamel Dots

Make homemade dimensional painted enamel dots, then use them to decorate a frame!  This makes a wonderful gift for Mother’s Day, […]

Dad’s Trinket Box

Give Dad something thoughtful and useful this Father’s Day – a box for all his trinkets.  It’s easy to personalize and […]

PVC Pencil Holder

Make a pretty ombre pencil holder from PVC pipes.  Keep it for yourself or create one as a gift for […]

Easy Jar Vase

These cute vases couldn’t be easier!  All you need are empty jars and craft vinyl.  These make a wonderful gift for […]

Plastic Egg Nesting Dolls

Have any leftover plastic Easter eggs?  Don’t throw them out!  Use them to create these adorable nesting dolls.

Sculpted Paper Flower Gift Bag

Turn plain white gift bags into gorgeous monochromatic paper flower sculptures for just a few cents.  These elegant bags are […]

Highlighter Roll

Help your child create this cute and colorful highlighter roll to give to a special teacher.  Or, adapt this idea […]

Felt Heart-Shaped Earrings

Girls will love making and wearing these cute heart-shaped felt earrings.  They are so easy to make and can be […]

Stuffed Bunny

This little stuffed bunny requires only basic sewing skills.  A fun project for a child who is learning to sew.

Beaded Leather Bracelet

This pretty leather beaded bracelet is easy to make, even for beginners.  Keep it for yourself or give it as […]

Faux Petits Fours

Help your kids make these cute, no-bake faux petits fours! You do the cutting, then they can dip and decorate. […]

Beaded Bangle

Follow the easy directions to make this colorful beaded bangle.  Girls will love making these for themselves, plus they make […]

Painted Umbrella

Create a one-of-a-kind umbrella by painting your own design!  Fun for kids of all ages.

Fingerprint Tree Teacher Gift

Print this tree, then add the fingerprints of each child in the class, team or group.  This makes a wonderful […]

Easy Beaded Flower Ring

This beautiful flower ring is easy to make and so fun to wear!  These make wonderful gifts for Mother’s Day, […]

Pressed Flower Art

Celebrate nature’s beauty by teaching your children the art of flower pressing. This tutorial uses the microwave, which means the […]

Pocket Mirror

Kids can make this pretty p ocket mirror for Mom for Mother’s Day.  It also makes a nice gift for […]

Star Cookies

Make sparkly star-shaped decorated cookies to give to a superstar teacher.  They also make a great appreciation gift for coaches, […]

No Sew T-Shirt Bag

Turn old t-shirts into cute tote bags with no sewing required. Quick, easy, and a great way to repurpose a […]

Teacher Appreciation Apple Mug

Show your appreciation for an awesome teacher with this sparkly apple mug, loaded with his or her favorite treats.  It’s […]

Love Bug Ladybug Picture Holder

Learn how to make cute ladybug picture holders using clay and a paper clip. They make the perfect kid-created homemade […]

Rainbow Sponge Painting

Paint a beautiful rainbow using a sponge. Great for a study of weather or for some rainy day cheer!

Pastel Jade Bracelet

How to make a bead bracelet with only 2 steps? Just try a stretch bracelet then. In this project, just […]

Bunny Fold for Napkins

Follow the simple steps to fold ordinary napkins into cute bunnies. A fun addition to the Easter table.

Bunny Treat Bags

Turn a lunch bag and cupcake liners into an adorable bunny treat bag. A great way to give an Easter […]

Easter Bunny Door Hanger

Decorate your door for Easter with this adorable bunny. It starts with two inexpensive straw hats!

Paper Bunny Pops

This bunny lollipop craft is inexpensive, fun, and so cute! A quick and easy activity for Easter.

Easter Egg Maracas

Make these fun and simple Easter Egg Maracas with your kids! They’ll love making them and playing with them.

No-Sew Toilet Paper Bunnies

Turn rolls of toilet paper into adorable bunnies, perfect for Easter. A fun and easy craft with lots of room […]

No-Bake Bunny Cookies

These no-bake bunnies are much easier to make than cut-outs but still give you that cute Easter bunny look. The […]