Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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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.

Embellished School Supplies

Add some pizzazz to plain ol’ school supplies by covering them with scrapbook paper. Make some for you and give […]

Book Page Pinwheels

Pinwheels are easy to make and are perfect for party favors, decor, or photo props! Read on to learn how […]

Play Library

Give your child a kit that has everything they need in order to turn their book collection into a library. […]