Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Recycled Jar Terrariums

Grab the chance to teach your kids about the outdoors with this easy, frugal, terrarium project. No fancy globes needed…recycle […]

4th of July T-Shirts

These fancy July 4th t-shirts are quick and easy to make, taking less than 10 minutes to pull it altogether! […]

Beach Tote Bag

Always searching for a bag to carry all of those beach accessories? Kids will be proud to show off their […]

Matchbox Fridge Magnets

Turn matchboxes into a fabulous photo display! A fun way for Dad to decorate his desk or toolbox…or give the […]

Recycled Aquarium

Using recycled plastic containers and cups, kids can create a one-of-a-kind aquarium. Great for teaching about our oceans and the […]

Water Bottle Wreath

Spend a weekend crafting with the kids…paint recycled water bottles in bright colors to make a summertime wreath. Pretty to […]

Water Bottle Beach Craft

An awesome craft for older teenage girls – beach necklaces made from recycled water bottles. A fun way to show […]

Bottle Cap Tambourine

This homemade tambourine is perfect for singing around the campfire! Kids will have fun crafting musical instruments that they can […]

Nylon Beach Bag

Summer vacation will soon be starting! Kids can make this easy no-sew beach bag, featuring their own art work, to […]

Black Cat Silhouette

Make a black cat silhouette by tracing a clip art image of a cat onto black card. Pretty for framing […]

Spiderweb Window Art

Great rainy day activity, trace clip art onto a window to create a quick spiderweb effect! Window markers are wash […]

Friendship Tea

A classic recipe that’s been around for years – perfect for end-of-year gifts for teachers. Gather the ingredients and let […]

Laptop/Kindle/iPad Sleeve

Searching for a special gift to give a favorite teacher? This fabric cover, for his/her electronic device, will make that […]

Map-Covered Cookie Tubes

With summer vacations not far away, plan ahead for snacks that can be eaten in the car with little trouble. […]

Drive-in Movie Night

June 6 marks Drive-in Movie Night! Follow our simple instructions to create your own drive-in at home, complete with cars […]

Footprint Ladybug

Celebrate National Barefoot Day on June 1, by painting little feet black and red to make these friendly ladybugs. A […]

Chime Bracelet

Scour the beach for pretty little seashells to make this chime bracelet. Easy for tweens and teen to do by […]

Ocean Sensory Bag

Create a squishy bag full of friendly creatures for your toddlers to play with. Hair gel turns into a bright […]

Friendship Box

Friendship Box Celebrate Valentine’s Day or Best Friends Day (June 8) with this charming Friendship Box. It holds a special […]

Rocky Road Pizza

Celebrate Rocky Road Day on June 2! An easy and fun way to entice kids into learning their way around […]

Bandana Beach Bag

A easy-to-sew bag for those just beginning to sew. Handy to take to the beach or use an overnight bag […]

No-sew snake bookmark

Using one of Dad’s old ties, you can make an easy no-sew snake bookmark to hide in his book. Makes […]

Rainbows with Ice Cubes

When rainbows are nowhere to be found in the sky, create your own using ice cubes and food coloring! Amaze […]

Daddy & Me

Framed handprints are a gift to treasure forever. Give Dad a gift that’s sure to pull on his heartstrings.

Special Ties for Dad

Using fabric paint or fabric markers, kids can turn an ordinary tie into a one-of-a-kind Father’s Day gift! Younger children […]

Origami Shirt Cards

Make a special shirt card just for Father’s Day! Simple step by step instructions are provided to make this project […]

Patriotic Popcorn

Bag colorful red, white and blue popcorn for a fun dessert at your Memorial Day picnic. The secret to this […]

Happy Clam

Using cupcake liners, stick on gems and googly eyes, your preschoolers can make cute clams and happy oysters in no […]

Red, White and Blue Cake Pops

A yummy treat that sports red, white and blue for your Memorial Day picnics. Adults and children will enjoy these […]

Memorial Day Poppies

Celebrate Memorial Day with pretty poppies. An easy craft for preschoolers that’s made from recycled egg cartons.

Waterproof Cards

Throwing a pool party or need a cute thank you card for a swimming coach – these waterproof cards are […]

Faux Moss Clog

Create a faux moss garden on your clogs with some yarn pom-poms. A fun way to celebrate spring and summer.

Hanging Tissue Pom Poms

A frugal way to add pops of color to a birthday party, graduation party or baby shower. Kids can lend […]

Clam Shell Bunting

Use cupcake liners to make ‘clam shell bunting’ for the perfect mermaid party decoration!

Diploma Cake

Celebrate graduation with a yummy diploma cake! An easy recipe that combines a jelly roll with a fruit leather bow.

Star Man

Red, white and blue…stars and stripes….that’s what Memorial Day is all about. Hang this guys from the ceiling and watch […]

Macrame Patriotic Bracelet

Celebrate Memorial Day or Independence Day by wearing red, white and blue! Great project for summer camp or day groups […]

Easy Framed Nature Collage

For kids who love exploring nature and collecting all of the little, interesting things on the ground, this project is […]

Patriotic Handprint T-Shirt

Kids will love helping with this wearable craft. Paint their hands red, white and blue to make handprint American flags […]

Hero Medal

This Memorial Day, make a medal for that special hero in your life or display it on a photo of […]

Paper Chain Flag

Gather the family or work with a classroom full of students to make paper chains for this American Flag. Hang […]

Parade Stick

Now you can join in on the parade fun with these red, white and blue parade sticks. Show your patriotism […]

Miniature Uncle Sam’s Hats

Turn Styrofoam cups and paint into patriotic decoration for your table or shelf. A fun addition to your decorations for […]

Balloon Stress Balls

Help Dad deal with stress by making him a few balloon stress balls. School-aged kids can easily work on this […]

Love You to Pieces

For Father’s Day, Dad will love the sweet note attached to this sweet chocolate treat. We’ve provided a printable tag […]

Photo Book for Dad

A personalized book made just for Dad- full of facts and drawings as seen from his child’s eyes. A true […]

Father’s Day Coupon Book

Recycle a can into a cool container to hold coupons for Father’s Day. Show Dad how much you love him […]

Chocolate Chip Bath Cookies

May 15 is Chocolate Chip Day! Celebrate this wonderful chocolate day with a moisturizing soap made with chocolate chips – […]

Pop Pop…Great Teacher

A fun way to tell your child’s teachers thank you for a wonderful year…without going broke! Attach a tag to […]

Paper Poppies

The poppy has become the flower symbol for Memorial Day. Display these paper poppies to show your patriotism for those […]