Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Homemade Movie Kit

This project makes for a great gift idea, especially for kids in the elementary age group. It includes candy, popcorn […]

Superhero Mask

Make a reversible kid’s superhero mask in any color of the rainbow! A great project not only for imaginative play […]

Pumpkin Shadow Box

This clever diorama was made from a foam pumpkin and a little spray paint. Place whatever you want, like this […]

Postage Stamp Necklace

For teenagers that are looking to create more jewelry, this absolutely lovely postage stamp necklace is a fabulous project for […]

Milk Jug Jack-O-Lantern

Make a Jack O’ Lantern out of an empty milk jug using paint and markers. Kids will love making this […]

Bee House

Build a bee house to help nature along and encourage pollination of the area plants. The tutorial explains about a […]

Wire Name Necklace

This tutorial explains how to make a name or other word out of wire and turn it into a pretty […]

Apple Sweatshirt

Cut an apple in half and use it to print apples on a sweatshirt! This is a really fun way […]

Glow in the Dark Spider Web

This glow in the dark spider web is the perfect spider or Halloween craft. It is also a wonderful night […]

Fingernail Pretzels

It’s ok to chew on theses fingernails! It’s a frightful fancy treat for kids of all ages. A pretzel turned […]

Halloween Shaped Cheese

You can make these cheese shapes at home using a silicone mold. Kids will love being in the kitchen and […]

Colorful Duct Tape Pumpkin

Learn how to make duct tape-covered pumpkins with duct tape roses. This project is so easy even a child can […]

Soy Skull Candle

This tutorial shows how to make a soy candle in the shape of a skull, perfect for Halloween. Tweens and […]

Patriotic Homemade Candy Corn

Here’s a tasty way to celebrate your patriotism – make red, white and blue candy corn! A yummy treat the […]

Patriotic Punch Cups

This super easy project will have your table decorated in patriotic stars before you knew what hit it! A great […]

Patriotic Can Wind Sock

These windsocks are recycled from old tin cans and created to celebrate our patriotic holidays. You can display them all […]

Patriotic Oreo Pops

Make this edible treat to celebrate any day you want to be patriotic. 4th of July, Patriot Day, Memorial or […]

Patriotic Splatter Paint Nails

Decorate your fingernails to show your patriotic spirit. Whether it’s the Olympic games, 4th of July or any other time […]

Paper Bag Pinata

Made from a paper grocery bag and crepe paper streamers, this pinata is easier than you might think! The great […]

Magical Monster Slime

Slimy, gooey and so much fun! This homemade magical monster slime is easy to make and will provide hours of […]

Frankenstein Goodie Bags

Super quick and super cute Frankenstein Goodie Bags perfect for your Halloween party or just for giving out to friends. […]

Beaded Wind Chimes

Using a recycled plastic lid, some yarn, pony beads and bells you can create this pretty wind chime to hang […]

Sparkle Top Pencil

Colored pencil come without erasers, unlike the No. 2 pencil we are used to. Jazz up the top of that […]

Back to School Bouquets

These fun and colorful bouquets would make awesome teacher appreciation gifts. They are great for a welcome gift for back […]

Snow White Crown

Does your little girl dream of being a princess? Make her this Snow White Crown so she can enjoy an […]

Apple Core Craft

Tissue paper is a great art supply, especially for the younger set. By wadding up pieces of tissue paper, all […]

Apple Monsters

Here’s a fun edible apple project the kids will love sinking their teeth into! Let them use their imaginations to […]

Dinosaur Ice Eggs

Hot summer days are perfect for these dinosaur ice eggs. Kids will love cracking open and melting these Ice eggs […]

Tropical Twist Teepee

Brighten up play time or add a pop of color to a camping trip with this fun tie-dye tepee! This […]

Rock Tic Tac Toe

What a fun way to play tic tac toe! A great travel game for kids, or just something entertaining for […]

Crepe Paper Jellyfish

Go under the sea and make a crepe paper jellyfish. If you enjoy beach themed crafts this is one you […]

Fist Pumpkin Prints

This is a fun fall craft for all ages, but the preschool set will especially love this. Children will use […]

Art Party Invitations

Make sweet art palette invites for your child’s party! Kids will be able to help make these and hand them […]

Rainbow Backpack Charm

This pretty back pack bauble is made from stackable crayons and a paper clip! A fun way to turn back […]

Candy Corn Topiaries

Here’s a simple project your kids can make to decorate the house for Halloween! Easy to do with candy corn […]

How to Make Soy Candles

In this tutorial teenagers will learn how to make their own soy wax candles. This is a great project for […]

Easy Washi Tape Gift Wrap

Here’s a simple gift wrap that kids can help make using brown paper and washi tape. They will love creating […]

Neon Zip Tie Rain Chain

Make a rain chain with zip ties and wooden beads. This is a super easy garden craft that little ones […]

Pizza Costume

A piece of pizza is a great costume: it’s funny, instantly recognizable, you can customize it, and of course, it’s […]

Newspaper Pumpkin

This is a simple project that kids will love, perfect for the fall season. You’ll need a mini pumpkin, some […]

Orange Candy Bucket

Make this fun candy bucket for Halloween from an orange tin that has been decoupaged with Halloween paper and images. […]

Craft Stick Bald Eagle

Turn craft sticks and construction paper into a majestic bald eagle. Use the opportunity to learn more about our national bird. […]

Baby Lotion Body Paint

Have some fun with some safe homemade body paint that’s made using baby lotion! This would be great for a […]

Easy Nail Stencil

Easy way to make finger nail polish stencils – with a paper punch. Great for tweens & teens, fun for […]

Tie-Dye Kids Shirts

Let your kids create their own fashion styles with this simple tie-dye tutorial. A fun end of summer project that […]

Colored Eggshell Art

Make an art project using colored egg shells for Easter or any time of year! Kids will love creating their […]

Decoupage Pumpkin

Kids will love making this pumpkin that has been Mod Podged with scrapbook paper. It’s a fun project that kids […]

Back to School Teacher Wreaths

These wreaths make cute back to school gifts for teachers. You can create them using crayons and mini chalkboards and […]

Homemade Envelopes

This is a fun paper craft for the whole family! Learn to make an envelope out of any paper you […]

Blowing Dandelion T-shirt

Here’s an easy way to paint a blowing dandelion on a t-shirt. This is a really fun project for tweens […]

Candy Corn Costume

This candy corn costume was very simple to construct and took me less than an hour to sew. You can […]

Pencil Cuff Bracelet

Whether you have a trendy teen or you know a teacher who enjoys quirky accessories, nothing screams back-to-school fashion quite […]

Shell Jars & Instant Rusty Lids

Display summer souvenirs in jars and instantly rust the lids for a weathered vintage look. Kids will enjoy watching the […]

Water Blast Carnival Game

Use inexpensive items to make your own carnival games for your next party! Games like Water Blast – We nailed […]

Faux Red Coral

If your kids like creating under the sea dioramas, follow our instructions on how to make red coral. Using resin […]

Mini Burger Bites

Nothing says summer like picnics and burgers! Surprise your picnic guests with these fun cookie burgers for dessert.