Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Hooded Owl Towel

Whoooo doesn’t loves adorable hooded towels? Make this sweet owl in any color you like for your baby or toddler […]

Pumpkin Baby Bib

Sew an adorable bib for a special baby this Halloween season. This one is a jack-o-lantern, but you could make […]

Music Notes Cookie Platter

This platter of cookies is the perfect dessert for a music-inspired party, recital, or concert. They’re equally fun for whenever […]

Make Believe Salad

Does your child have a play kitchen or enjoy “cooking” along with you in the kitchen? Make a faux salad […]

No-Sew Sunflower Pillow

Sunflower Pillow This cute little sunflower pillow is so easy to make. Display it on a bed or couch, or […]

Acorn Flower Arrangement

Take a family nature walk to gather acorns, then use them to make these pretty acorn flowers. This is the […]

Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes

These mini pumpkin bundt cakes are fun to make and so cute! They’re a perfect fall dessert that the kids […]

Halloween Friends

Use clay pots to make an adorable werewolf, mummy, witch, and vampire to decorate for Halloween. These festive characters are […]

Autumn Faun Halloween Costume

This Autumn Faun Halloween costume is unique, inexpensive, and eye-catching. Turn 6 household items into a floral headpiece worthy of […]

Mad Scientist Potion

Bring out the mad scientist in everyone with this fun bubbling brews that kids (and adults!) will love to drink. […]

Halloween Paper Bags

Turn paper bags into adorable monsters for Halloween or a themed party. Encourage the kids to run wild with their […]

Printable Fall Bucket List

This fall bucket list has 30 fun activities for kids and families for making the most of the fall season. […]

Owl Crafts & Recipes

Owls are a popular craft subject, probably because they are adorable! They are often associated with the fall season, and […]

Owl Mask

Make this fun owl mask from leaves, cardstock and felt. This is great for Halloween or for everyday imaginative play!

Hand-Painted Fall Napkins

Create beautiful napkins for Thanksgiving or the entire season of autumn. It’s easy to adapt this project for any holiday […]

Mexican Hot Chocolate Truffles

Spice up your night with these Mexican Hot Chocolate Truffles! They are the perfect dessert for Halloween or the Day […]

Fruit Cup Jack-o-Lantern Treats

These adorable jack-o-lantern fruit cups are a fun alternative to candy this Halloween. These are perfect for classroom parties or […]

Reese’s Werewolf Cupcakes

These Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Werewolf Cupcakes will be the center of attention at any Halloween party! Have fun getting […]

Candy Corn Man

Turn black, orange and white construction paper into an adorable Candy Corn Man. It’s so easy, with lots of room […]

3-D Pumpkin Cookies

These darling pumpkin cookies are ready to be picked from the patch! You’ll be surprised how easy it is to get […]

Splatter Paint Fall Trees

Celebrate autumn with this splatter paint fall tree project. It’s so much fun to do and every one is different!

Handprint Acorns

Turn your kids’ handprints into acorns. The kids will love this “hands-on” craft project!

Craft Stick Scarecrows

Use craft sticks, fabric and felt to create these fun and whimsical scarecrows. Use them for a puppet show or […]

Nutter Butter Dracula

Turn Nutter Butter cookies into the world’s most famous vampire. These Dracula treats are great fun for any Halloween party.

Elephant Crafts for Kids

Elephant Appreciation Day falls on September 22nd, but who needs a specific date to appreciate the grandeur of the elephant? Celebrate […]

Oreo Spider Bites

These tasty Oreo Spider Bites are made of delicious Oreo truffles, chocolate legs and candy eyes. These treats are great […]

Autumn Angel

Make this sweet autumn angel (or fairy!) with your child this afternoon. You can preserve real leaves or purchase silk […]

Shape Scarecrow

This cute scarecrow is made using basic shapes, including rectangles, circles, and triangles. It’s a great fall learning activity.

Jack-O Eggs and a Hunt

Who says eggs are just for Easter? Make and decorate Jack-O-Lantern Eggs then head out on a Halloween hunt in […]

Chenille Stem Skeleton

Make this boney skeleton from chenille stems and pom poms. This is a fun project for Halloween.

Paper Bag Pumpkin

This cute kids’ paper bag pumpkin craft is perfect for table decorations or, if filled with candy, a great party […]

Paper Corn

This corn craft is fun and easy enough for the youngest of crafters. Perfect for summer or fall when you’re […]

Fall Colors Bookmark

Celebrate the season with a homemade bookmark inspired by fall color. The leaf design is so festive.

Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves

Add a basket of beautifully Cheesy Crescent Roll Leaves to your Thanksgiving dinner table. They’re really easy to do and […]

Painting with Ice Cubes

This fun activity will keep the kids busy creating for hours! Just be sure to plan enough time to make […]

Sock Monsters

Don’t throw your odd socks away. Instead, transform them into monsters! This is a great project for young children, as […]

Candy Corn Chicken Quesadillas

These cheesy chicken quesadillas look like candy corn, making them perfect for an easy dinner on Halloween night. They’re such […]

Paper Plate Washing Machine

Turn a paper plate into a washing machine with this clever craft. Fill the machine with seasonal or holiday clothes, […]

Fluffy Construction Paper Owl

Torn pieces of brown construction paper look just like fluffy owl feathers. This fun project is great for developing motor […]

Rainbow Soap

Learn how to make a beautiful rainbow in a cloud soap! This project is best for teens with some experience making […]

Apple Crafts and Recipes

Apple crafts are great for many different times of year, including Johnny Appleseed Day in March, Teacher Appreciation in May, and […]

Easy Candy Acorns

These cute and tasty candy acorns are easy enough for kids to make and sophisticated enough to decorate the Thanksgiving […]

Chalk Pastel Sunflowers

Create gorgeous sunflowers inspired by the artwork of Van Gogh. Even young artists can use the technique to make something […]

Paper Plate Scarecrow

Paper Plate Scarecrow Celebrate the coming of autumn with this adorable paper plate scarecrow. It’s easy to put together and […]

Personalized Camp Mug

Show your love of camping in the great outdoors with this fun mug. Made of steel, the mug can be […]

Fall Mason Jars

Decorate mason jars to display throughout fall. These pretty jars combine burlap and beautiful fall flowers and look great as […]

Bowling Ball Ladybugs

Turn old bowling balls into bright ladybugs for the backyard. Make one, or craft an entire ladybug family using retired […]

Burlap Apple Banner

Stamp actual apples on burlap to make this wonderful fall banner. Even the youngest of crafters can help!

Cute Cardboard Tube Scarecrow

Turn simple items including construction paper, a craft stick, and a cardboard tube into an adorable little scarecrow. This fun […]

Tropical Paper Flowers

Use vivid colors to create this bouquet of beautiful tropical flowers. They make wonderful decorations for a luau or other […]

Craft Stick Pumpkin

Create a cute craft stick pumpkin to welcome fall. This fun craft is easy to make and easy to adapt […]

Four Season Cardboard Tube Trees

Celebrate the changing of the seasons with a set of four cardboard tube trees representing spring, summer, fall, and winter. […]

Mosaic Acorn for Toddlers

Young children love to create and explore, so they’ll have a great time making this acorn mosaic craft by tearing […]

Gravity Defying M&M Cupcakes

These gravity-defying cupcakes are easy to make and will be the talk of your party! Can you guess the secret […]