Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Bat Straws

Quickly and easily transform a ribbon, straw, and googly eyes into a festive bat place card. Great for Halloween parties […]

Halloween Bottles

Upcycle your glass bottles into festive fall decorations! Decoupage and tissue paper give you the color and your imagination provides […]

Eggshell Art – Fall Tree

It’s hard to believe this beautiful piece of art started as eggshells! A fun fall-themed mixed-media project for kids.

Pumpkin Bottle Cap Necklace

Turn a bottle cap into a cute pumpkin necklace, perfect for Halloween. Fun, easy, and inexpensive and the kids will […]

Pumpkin Magnets

These pumpkin magnets are as easy to make as they are cute. Add faces for Halloween-themed magnets or keep them […]

Googly Eye Rings

Your kids will love making this “eye-popping” jewelry. Easy and perfect for Halloween. A great make and take for a […]

Spooky Spider Deviled Eggs

Add spiders made from black olives to your deviled eggs for a Halloween snack that is spooky and fun. A […]

Halloween Donut Treat

Pair Dollar Store fangs with donuts or bagels to make the world’s easiest Halloween treat. A perfect last-minute, low-effort treat […]

Spooky Pudding Cups

Spooky pudding cups your kids will love! Have fun and make a Monster, Ghost, Frankenstein and Jack O’Lantern!

Stuffed Paper Apples

Make some stuffed paper apples using recycled shopping bags and yarn. A fun fall craft to work on basic sewing […]

Candy Corn S’mores

These candy corn S’mores are sure to get you in the Halloween spirit. SO SO SO good and really fun […]

Rolo Monsters

These cute and “sprinkly” monsters are made using Rolo candies. Easy and fun to make with the kids, great for […]

Happy Halloween Banner

This Happy Halloween banner is easy to make, in expensive and eco friendly, using recycled fabric, felt, and fuse it […]

Spooky Candy Apples

These candy apples are as tasty as they are spooky. A fun treat to make with your kids this Halloween.

Grandparents’ Play Date Kit

Work with your kids to create a Grandparent Play Date Kit full of mom-approved snacks, crafts, games and activities. It’s […]

Monster Munchies

Turn your empty glass bottles into adorable monsters filled with munchies. Decorate them with construction paper, cardstock, pom poms, googly […]

Candy Corn Friendship Bracelet

Use embroidery floss to make an awesome Candy Corn Friendship Bracelet this fall. Best for older children who have experience […]

Rainbow Magazine Collage

Use old magazines to create a giant rainbow collage! It’s a fun way to recycle old magazines and teach kids […]

Not-So-Scary Halloween Shirts

Create these adorable halloween shirts with some fabric, heat n bond and a sewing machine. Perfect for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween […]

Ghostly Centerpieces

Use a feather boa to make a fluffy, whimsical ghost. Use gauze instead to make a mummy ghost. A very […]

Jack-o-Lantern Vase

Turn a vase, yarn and felt into a cute jack-o-lantern, perfect for holding flowers, a candle, or some sweet treats! […]

Fanged Pumpkins

Create your own “Drac-o’-lantern” this Halloween. Add some bats for a fun Transylvanian scene.

Five Little Firefighters

Turn a handprint into an adorable Five Little Firefighters project, perfect for Fire Prevention Week or any study of Community […]

Furry Monster Bracelet

This googly-eyed furry monster bracelet is as easy to make as it is cute. Perfect for Halloween and great as […]

Healthy Ghost Pops

Turn bananas, orange juice, and coconut into a healthy ghost pop. A perfect snack for Halloween, and great for the […]

Candy Corn Cheese Wedge

Paint yellow and orange food coloring onto Laughing Cow Cheese wedges to make this fun Halloween snack.

Mummy Drinks

Transform bottles of juice into mummies, perfect for Halloween. The tutorial includes printable mummy eyes.

Halloween Balloons

Use a black marker to turn orange and white balloons into a stunning Halloween display. This tutorial is in Swedish.

Pumpkin Pots

These pumpkin pots cost less than $1 each to make and are simple enough for even the smallest crafters to […]

Painted Ombre Frame

Want a fun way to customize a frame to your favorite color scheme? This ombre bead picture frame is so […]

Mini Cheesecake Pumpkins

Serve these bite size Halloween treats as is or decorate them to look like jack-o-lanterns. A tasty edible craft your […]

Fall Popcorn Trees

Color leftover popcorn with powdered tempera paint to make these beautiful and colorful Popcorn Trees. A great project for fall.

Flag Wind Chime

This pretty little wind chime is fun, fast and easy to make. Perfect for showing your patriotism on Memorial Day, […]

Straw Blown Fall Trees

Make beautiful fall trees using a straw, paintbrush, and q-tip. Each is totally unique. Requires drying time in between steps.

Candy Globes

Cover styrofoam balls with candy to make fun, colorful Halloween decorations. Display on candleholders, glasses or vases.

Ruffled Trick or Treat Bag

Transform a plain canvas tote into an adorable ruffled trick-or-treat bag. For upper elementary age children with some experience with […]

Monster Mugs

Paint your own dishwasher-safe mugs with a fun and unique monster design. Makes a great gift, especially when filled with […]

Cardboard Glasses

Use an old cereal box to make these cardboard glasses! Fun for everyday play or great for a Halloween costume.

Felt Leaves and Trees

A simple felt play scene for fall! Attach felt to a felt board for plenty of imaginative play time. Teach […]

Magic Marbleizing

Create stunning works of art with magic marbleizing. Use this quick-and-easy technique along with a favorite photo to create a […]

Paper Cup Spider

Turn a paper or foam cup into a spider. Follow the directions to make a cute and friendly version or […]

Halloween Hairdo

Use plastic spider, bat and skull rings to make an awesome Halloween hairdo! Perfect for any girl who wants to […]

Gauze Mummy

This Halloween mummy craft is fun for the youngest of crafters. All you need is construction paper, gauze, and googly […]

“Bloody” Halloween Candle

This candle, dripping with faux blood, is high on the creepy factor but surprisingly easy to make. A fun project […]

Peanut Butter Haystacks

Celebrate National Peanut Day on September 13th with yummy no-bake Peanut Butter Haystacks. They’re perfect for little hands to help […]

Gluey Ghost

For Halloween this year make these eerie ghosts from yarn and white glue. They are super easy, inexpensive, and fun […]

Cardboard Owls

These magical cardboard owls are all dressed up for Halloween! Make some of your own to decorate your space in […]

Canning Lid Pumpkin

This canning lid pumpkin is cute, simple and fun to make. A perfect craft for fall and a great recycling […]

California Poppy Magnets

Make these vibrant California poppy magnets with some modeling material and paint! A pretty way to dress up your refrigerator.

Candy Corn Coolers

These Candy Corn Coolers are perfect for any fall get-togethers. They are incredibly easy to make and absolutely delicious!

Candy Corn Scarecrow

Candy Corn is such a fun fall treat, especially when it is packaged as a cute scarecrow! Great as a […]

Superhero Masks

Make fun superhero masks for your kids to wear during pretend play. Personalize with any color or decoration that your […]

Apple Bites

These treats are a fun and healthy break from Halloween sweets. They’re very easy to make and delicious too!

Edible Skeleton Treat

These brownie, pretzel and marshmallow skeletons are simply spooktacular! Perfect for any Halloween celebration.

Scrabble Tile Coaster

Use old Scrabble tiles to create custom coasters. A fun and useful gift that you can personalize! Great for Grandparent’s […]