Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Pringles Can Firecrackers

Repurpose empty Pringles cans to make fun July 4th firecrackers! So festive and each is one of a kind. A […]

Paint Stick Button Flag

Make an adorable flag from paint sticks and buttons. Such a cute project, perfect for July 4th or to show […]

Sifted Flour Lawn Stars

Decorate your lawn or sidewalk with patriotic stars! They’re made from sifted flour, so they’re safe for kids, pets and […]

Patriotic Punch

Have the kids help make some patriotic punch! Not only is it tasty and cute, but it’s a great opportunity […]

Patriotic Brick Centerpiece

This brick flag centerpiece transforms an ordinary building material into a fun and quirky bit of Americana. With its rough […]

Paint Chip Garland

Make a fun and festive patriotic garland using paint chips. Cut stars, then sew them together following the white line […]

Patriotic Tea Lights

Paint mason jars to create a festive set of patriotic tea lights. Younger children can use a stencil while older […]

Aloha BBQ Sliders

Mini burger sliders are perfect for small fingers! Serve them at the kids table this 4th of July.

Fireworks Wreath

Use red, white and blue garland to create a festive patriotic wreath, perfect to greet your July 4th guests. Most […]

Red, Rice and Blue Candle

Make a red, “rice” and blue candle for your Memorial Day or July 4th celebration. It couldn’t be easier. You […]

Firecracker Pops

Have you seen Red, White and Blue Twizzlers? They are so much fun to pull apart and work great in […]

Patriotic Pops

Red, white and blue rice krispies treat pops for 4th of July or other patriotic parties. Fun for the 4th, […]

Crazy Corn Dogs

Make these Crazy Corn Dogs for your 4th of July picnic. Kids will love this curly twist on an all-American […]

Patriotic Easy Berry Shortcakes

Loaded with strawberries, blueberries and sweet whipped cream, this yummy sponge cake dessert makes the perfect patriotic addition to your […]

Patriotic Painted Tee

A quick, fun, easy (and cute) painted flag tee. All you need it a tee, fabric paint, painters tape and […]

DIY Photo Display

Create a special gift for someone special using paint, wood, clothespins, and washi tape. It’s easy to change out the […]

DIY Dog Paw-Ty Invitation

Make your own Dog Paw-Ty Invitation! A cute invitation that’s great for any party, theme or not!

Quilled Notepad Holder

Here’s a fast and simple project the kids can make for Dad. He will love this decorative and functional gift! […]

Paper Cake

Create a beautiful layered ‘cake’ using round paper mache boxes and paper. Makes a wonderful centerpiece. Or. fill the boxes […]

Pool Noodle Ponies

Make charming stick ponies out of ordinary pool noodles. What a fun summertime activity to keep the kids happy and […]

Mug Cozy

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

Friendship Bracelets

There are dozens of ways to make friendship bracelets, but this is one of the fastest and easiest. Make just […]

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 […]

Recycled CD Spinners

Make your own game by recycling old CDs and DVDs into fun spinning tops! Loads of fun to play with, […]

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.

Freezer Pop Holder

If your kids love freezer pops but complain about them being cold on their hands, have them help you make […]

Sandpaper Art T-Shirt

Design your own fabulous t-shirts using crayons and sandpaper! It’s easy and the results are beautiful. Fun for all ages!

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 […]

Contact Paper Jellyfish

Use contact paper and any decorative materials you have on hand (sequins, glitter, confetti, etc.) to make beautiful jellyfish. Fun […]

Frozen Paint

Let your kids create masterpieces on paper and themselves as they create using the “cool” frozen paint! Recipe included!

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 […]

Smaug/Dragon Pinata

Easily turn a dinosaur pinata into a dragon (in this case, Smaug for a hobbit birthday party). A fun craft […]

Pirate Treasure Map

Make your own pirate treasure map and go on a treasure hunt in your own backyard! A fun project the […]

Flip Flop Refashion

Turn plain flip flops into fun flip flops with a little trim and rhinestones. A fun project for teenagers and […]

Picnic Fruit Printable

Print out the different types of fruit and have the children color them. Then create a simple picnic blanket with […]

Superman Dad Painting

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

Hobbit Door Party Invitation

Welcome all the halflings to your party with this simple hobbit door party invitation. Fun to make and a great […]

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 […]

Angry Birds Party Favor

It’s easy to change party favors to fit your own theme. These Angry Birds mazes started as smily faces. Learn […]

Craft Stick Flowers

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

Tie-Dye Shoelaces

Turn ordinary shoelaces into colorful, one-of-a-kind laces you’ll love to show off! Fun for all ages and great for summer.

Handprint Campfire

Use construction paper and handprints to make this campfire craft. It’s fun, easy, needs few materials, and each is one-of-a-kind.

Angry Birds Lens Friend

Make a “lens friend” that is guaranteed to get a smile on your little ones’ faces. They are inexpensive, easy […]

Printable Summer Fun Calendar

A printable of summer fun activities to keep your kids busy during those vacation months. Plenty of activities planned out.

Foil Pan Bird Feeder

This fun and simple bird feeder craft can be made from recycled items from around your home! Aluminum foil pans […]

Top Banana Graduation Treat

Try this fun treat that’s great for that top banana graduating student. Great for preschool and Kindergarten graduations, but fun […]

S’more Summer Sunbathers

These are not your usual summertime S’mores! The kids will get a big kick out of these, even the sunburnt […]

Cardboard Box Cars

Create a car from Cardboard boxes and let the kids “drive” them to their own drive-in movie! A perfect summer […]

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 […]

Icy Treasure Hunt

This icy treasure hunt is like a traditional treasure hunt, but the twist is that the clues are frozen in […]

S’more Kit Party Favor

This project makes a fun party theme or a nice surprise on a camping trip… Learn how to make a […]