Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Glitter Frame

This shimmering picture frame makes the perfect gift for Teacher Appreciation Week! Turn a cheapo picture frame into a pretty […]

Best Teacher Bar None

A quick and easy way to dress up an ordinary chocolate bar, turning it into a fun gift. Great for […]

Beaded Eyeglass Holder

A simple beading craft to make for Mom or Grandma. A great way to refine their fine motor skills while […]

Cardboard “Mom” Sign

Here’s a gift idea for Mom that older kids will not feel like they are too young to make. Following […]

One Smart Cookie

Tuck some homemade cookies into a plastic drink cup and add a pretty bow…now you have a special treat for […]

A Week of Thank Yous

A clever way to give your child’s teacher a week’s worth of hugs. Tuck tiny treats into a small, 7 […]

Teacher Treat Jars

Decorate big glass jars with pretty ribbon and flowers and then fill it with special treats for your child’s teacher. […]

Recipe Card Holder for Mom

If mom likes to cook, she’ll love recipe card holder. Made from craft sticks, this craft is enough for kids […]

For a POPular Teacher

Show your teacher how how popular she really is by making her this sweet treat. Not only for Mother’s Day, […]

Doll Sized Pinata

Here’s an easy, no mess tutorial for making a super cute doll sized pinata. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo and […]

Straw Flowers

Our pretty straw flowers will add charm to your Cinco de Mayo decorations. Inspired by 1960 vintage art, hang these […]

Mother’s Day Pamper Card

A pretty card designed to let Mom know that you want her to relax and enjoy her special day. Easy […]

Bookmarks for Mom

A quick and easy Mother’s Day craft, great for classroom and groups to work on. We’ve made foam bookmarks fancy […]

Mother’s Day Matchbox Locket

This Mother’s Day give mom a special locket that holds a special picture of you! Paper covered match boxes are […]

Recycled Flower Pot

Turn a plastic milk or juice jug into a flower pot by covering it with pretty fabric and felt. Makes […]

Paper Bag Poncho

Dress up to party for Cinco de Mayo with these fancy ponchos. Made from paper bags, this craft is not […]

Colors of Mexico Flag

Celebrate Mexico! Our colorful flag of Mexico will fit perfectly into your Cinco de Mayo decorations.

Pretty Posy Pins

Make mom a pretty posy pin for her to wear when you take her out for Mother’s Day. Pretty piece […]

Rainbow Pot of Gold

In need of a rainy day project? Find a rainbow through the raindrops by turning a plastic bottle into a […]

Potted Daffodil Picture

Mom will proudly display this potted Daffodil for everyone to see! Make it extra special by gluing a picture of […]

Paper Bag Maracas for Kids

Make these paper bag maracas or noise makers in celebration of Cinco de Mayo, or decorate differently to use any time […]

Homemade Lotion Bars

Pamper Mom this Mother’s Day with these homemade lotion bars. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, this soap […]

Mexican Fried Ice Cream

A fun sweet treat perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo! Kids will have a ball helping to make these fried […]

Celebration Cymbals

When the musical mood hit your kids, show them how to make a set of cymbals using recycled pie pans […]

Polymer Clay Flower Cards

Easy enough for little hands to help out with, these Mother’s Day cards sport bright, colorful  polymer clay flowers. Not […]

Mum & Me Card

Mother will cherish this homemade cards for years to come. Pretty flowers showcase pictures of mom and child – could […]

Mother’s Day Purse Card

Kids will love making this special paper purse to give to Mom for Mother’s Day. Made from construction paper and […]

Drop Box

A great recycling project that turns a cardboard box into a fun drop box for little ones who like to […]

Hand Print & Foot Print Flowers

These precious flowers, made from tracing handprints and footprints onto paper, are the perfect gift for Mom and Grandma for […]

Busy Beehive Cupcake Cones

These adorable beehive cupcake cones are perfect for any spring bug themed party. Baking the cake in cones make it […]

Cardboard Box Oven

Your little chefs will love having their very own stove to cook on! Made from items from around the home, […]

Bunny Rabbit Ears

A tutorial for some quick and easy bunny rabbit ears that even the kids can make. Fun for hours of […]

Picture Puzzle Can

A fun Earth day craft that turns tin cans into picture puzzles! Hours of fun with the satisfaction of knowing […]

Earth Day Nature Collage

Celebrate Earth’s beauty with this easy outdoor collage project, which you can do in parks, campsites, or even in your […]

Butterfly Net

Our homemade butterfly nets encourage children to spend time outdoors running around trying to catch all of the bugs that […]

Bottle Cap Caterpillar

A springtime crafts that turns recycled bottle caps into colorful caterpillars. A fun, frugal crafts for toddlers and preschoolers.

Milk Jug Lunch Tote

Made from a plastic milk jug, this lunch tote enables the kiddos to take their lunch or snacks outside to […]

Earth Day Messenger Card

Recycle your old greeting cards into pretty messenger birds. A fun way to learn about Earth Day while crafting with […]

Decoupaged Egg Shell Trinket Box

Don’t throw away those eggshells that are leftover from the Easter eggs! Instead, create this faux mother-of- pearl look by […]

Recycle Monster

A fun way to teach kids about recycling – for Earth Day and every day! Kid will have fun feeding […]

Homemade Twister Game

We’re recycling for Earth Day! Follow our directions on how to turn an old ping pong table and some paint […]

Egg Shell Mosaic Vase

Save all of the colored egg shells from your Easter eggs to make this pretty mosaic vase. A great project […]

Lorax Easter Eggs

It’s National Craft Month and to celebrate we’ve come up with a favorite The Lorax!! Bring out your inner Dr […]

Easter Peeps Cupcakes

It take little effort to make these charming Easter cupcakes. Topped with a fluffy, colorful, marshmallow Peep, kids of all […]

Bunny Burger Dinner

This bunny burger is just in time for Easter. Not just for Easter, though, he would make a perfect lunch […]

Easter Bag Prints

Our fancy Easter bags are made from just 2 sheets of regular stock paper. Follow our simple instructions to make […]

Easter Terrarium

Bring the outdoors in with an easy-to-make terrarium. Children will love the responsibility of building and taking care of their […]

Lemon Drop Chick Cupcakes

We’ve used Lemon Drops to make these adorable Easter chick cupcakes. Easy enough for all of the kids to get […]