Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Mug Cozy

This adorable mug cozy makes a wonderful gift. It requires basic sewing skills and makes for a perfect beginner’s project.

Rock Monsters

Here’s a fun project to do with all those rocks your kids collect. Each time they see these fun Rock […]

Shrink Plastic Cuff Links

Have your children color on shrink plastic, then turn their artwork into personalized, one-of-a-kind cufflinks for Dad. Perfect for Father’s […]

Chocolate Bacon

Chocolate bacon! That just sounds so fun, doesn’t it? Great for Father’s Day, Grandparent’s Day or even April Fool’s Day.

Edible Crown Cupcake Wrappers

Wrap your cupcakes with edible crown shaped cupcake wrappers for Father’s Day. Fun for a princess party as well!

Stars & Stripes T-Shirt

Create this fun and festive holiday shirt with just some ribbon, freezer paper and fabric spray paint! A fun way […]

Monsters Inc Inspired Slime

Let your kids enjoy some sensory fun as they create monsters and watch the slime ooze. A fun science project […]

Duct Tape Lanyard

This Duct Tape Lanyard is a good craft for Father’s Day or for a camp activity. Use any color or […]

Superman Dad Painting

Any toddler can be an artist and create dad a super card to celebrate Father’s Day. A cute way to […]

DIY Marquee Letters

Marquee letters look great, but they’re so expensive! Here’s a way to make them very inexpensively, using poster board and […]

Craft Stick Flowers

Brighten up your home or office by making these fun and easy craft stick flowers! They will make great magnets […]

Father’s Day Handprint Card

Your child’s handprint makes an adorable card to give to Dad on Father’s Day. Personalize it with Dad’s eye and […]

Hero Stones for Dad

Use ordinary stones to create a heartfelt gift for your dad. Tell him all the great things he is to […]

Salt Dough Handprints

These salt dough hand prints are simple, inexpensive, and fun to make! They are the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, […]

Lighted Campfire

Make these fun campfires to use as decorations or nightlights. Use an old CD, some rocks and a tissue paper […]

Kissing Hand Keys

This project was inspired by Audrey Penn’s beloved book “The Kissing Hand.” This would make a wonderful gift for a […]

Bunny Bracelet

This adorable bunny bracelet is easy to make, even for a sewing novice. This would be a fun and inexpensive […]

Tractor Footprint Card

Turn your child’s footprint into an adorable tractor card. This is a perfect project for Father’s Day or Gradparent’s Day, […]

Finger Painted Picture Frames

These fun finger painted picture frames are super easy and toddler friendly. They make great gifts and are completely unique […]

Eagle Handprint T-shirt

Make a patriotic eagle t-shirt using your child’s handprints. Perfect for Memorial Day, July 4th, Veteran’s Day, or any occasion!

Burlap Flower Magnets

Learn how to make chalkboard magnets that look like flowers. Adorable additions to your refrigerator, or they will make a […]

Button Photo Frame

Decorate a simple wooden photo frame with paint and buttons for a special one-of-a-kind keepsake! Great for Father’s Day, Mother’s […]

Layered Felt Rainbow Magnet

Layering different colors of felt will create this adorable, perfect for springtime rainbow magnet. Loks adorable hanging on the refrigerator!

Polka Dot Flowerpots

Make your own cheerful polka dot flowerpots this spring! All you need is acrylic paint, adhesive vinyl, and a sealer! […]

Picasso’s Flowers

Recreate Picasso’s famous flowers, using the child’s own handprint. This is a wonderful project for the classroom or other group […]

Chipboard Photo Frames

Make these adorable magnetic photo frames using chipboard, washi tape, and stickers! Perfect gift idea for any mothers or grandmothers […]

Peanut Butter Potstickers

Can you believe these sweet little potstickers are actually peanut butter sandwiches with chocolate dipping sauce?! What a fun snack […]

Burlap Envelope

Learn how to whip up a cute gift card envelope using a scrap of burlap and some felt. Perfect for […]

Newpaper Sombrero

Don’t recycle your newspaper just yet – save it to make these fun sombreros! This project requires some adult help […]

Mini Pinatas

Here is a simple mini pinata that’s perfect for Cinco de Mayo. It only takes minutes to make and no […]

Eggshell Planters

Start some seeds in a homemade eggshell planter! Parents will need to help young children cut the eggshells, but kids […]

Stained Glass Candle Holder

Learn how to recycle an old jar into a colorful candle holder. This pretty flower adorned jar would be great […]

Burlap Heart Hanger

You can make this sweet smelling heart for mom or any other special gal you know. Fun for Mother’s Day […]

Homemade Magic Wand

Make a homemade magic wand for a costume or pretend play. It only takes 5 minutes and uses materials you […]

Scented Jar Candle

I’ll show you how to make a strong scented Love Spell soy jar candle in this step by step guide. […]

Watercolor Daddy Sign

Transform your child’s mountain of surplus paintings into a beautiful and meaningful Father’s Day gift. Use the provided templates or […]

Handprint Bird Card

This adorable bird card is quick, easy, and fun to make. It’s perfect for Mother’s Day or any occasion. Would […]

Father’s Day Gift Tags

Dad’s will love these cute gift tags drawn to look just like them, and several other cute gift ideas are […]

Candy Bouquet

This Lindor and Raffaello candy bouquet makes a delicious gift for Mother’s Day. Follow the full step by step tutorial […]

Silly Bird Marionette

Make a simple marionette that is fun for kids to use and the perfect size for little hands. This is […]

Inspiration Collage

Create an inspiration board from completely recycled items, make it themed or just do random things that inspire you without […]

Homemade Tea Soap

Teens and preteens will love making their own soap or a gift for mom with this step by step guide. […]

Easy Molded Soap

Learn how to make your own scented, natural, vegan avocado & cucumber melt and pour soaps at home with this […]

Paper Bag Nest

Repurpose a paper bag to make a cute bird nest this spring. After the season passes, recycle the nest and […]

Crustless Veggie Mini Quiches

Welcome in spring with these mini veggie quiches, perfect for a light spring breakfast or snack. Just the right size […]

Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cakes

Enjoy seasonal spring strawberries with this 5-minute Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake! Little hands can help mix together the simple ingredients […]

Tissue Paper Cherry Blossoms

The perfect Spring craft project to share with your child. You start by taking a nature walk together, then share […]

Parts of a Flower

Here’s a fun science craft for your toddler or preschooler to do this spring. Use Do-a-Dot markers to make a […]

Cereal Box Picture Frames

Turn a cereal box into a handy box frame to store and display your kids’ art!  This is a great […]

Paper Covered Letters

Here’s an easy DIY for embellishing 3D cardboard letters–a great party prop that can be matched to any theme, and […]

Refrigerator Tic-Tac-Toe

Once you are done snacking on tasty frozen treats, save the sticks to whip up this fun craft. Play this […]