Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Styrofoam Cup Sea Crabs

These adorable crabs are made from Styrofoam coffee cups and pipe cleaners. What a fun and colorful beach craft for […]

Portrait of Daddy

Create a paper portrait of Daddy that any father would love to have. It’s easy, inexpensive, and so cute!

Coffee Filter Poppy

Coffee Filter Poppy Poppy flowers are bright red with a dark center, a beautiful contrast that makes for a lovely project! Make […]

Beach Ball Cookie Platter

Hand cut a few cookies using a template and you’ll have a beach ball cookie platter in no time. What […]

Flashlight Storytime

Flashlights have long been a favorite “toy” to kids. Take storytime up a notch by making flashlight filters to create […]

Hula Hoop Shark Game

Use dollar star hula hoops to make a fun shark ball game for kids of all ages. This is such […]

Water Bottle Bubble Fun

Create big bubbles with a homemade blower made from a recycled plastic water bottle. This project makes bubbling blowing easier […]

Ice Cream Cone Sandwiches

What’s better than a delicious ice cream sandwich on a hot summer’s day? Making homemade ice cream sandwiches that look just like […]

Cookie Purses

Make three different cookie purses using store-bought ingredients. These adorable edibles are lots of fun for a birthday party, a […]

Golf Cupcakes

Is Dad into golf? Have the kids say “Happy Father’s Day!” with these fun golf cupcakes! They’re easy enough for […]

Bendable Fabric Flower

Make a colorful, bendable flower using scrap pieces of fabric and pipe cleaners. This is a great spring project, perfect […]

Kitty Headband

Turn chenille stems and lace into a cute kitty headband for little girls to wear. It’s fun for dress-up play or […]

Baseball Plaque

Use a round wooden plaque and clear backed stickers to make this fun baseball themed plaque. It makes a great […]

US States and Capitals Game

You don’t have to be an expert to know that the best way to learn something is through play. Elementary […]

Graduation Leis

Create a lei for any special celebration using this tutorial. Whether it’s dog treats for an obedience school graduate or candy […]

Paper Bag Tiger Puppet

Make this cute paper bag tiger for a zoo-themed party, as a Cub Scout project, during the Year of the […]

Playdough Monsters

How cute are these!? Make adorable monsters from squished homemade kool-aid play dough, wiggle eyes and a few embellishments.

Citrus Slice Cookies

These beautiful citrus cookies can be made to taste like – and look like- oranges, lemons, limes or other citrus […]

Pipe Cleaner Bubble Wands

Use pipe cleaners and pony beads to make fun and whimsical bubble wands in a variety of shapes! This is […]

Mini S’mores Tacos

With a graham cracker taco shell, brownie filling and a toasted marshmallow topping, these S’mores Tacos are one of the […]

Hot Dog Cookies

Make your own cookie cutter to create these lifelike hot dog cookies! They’re great fun for a summer cookout or picnic.

Rice Krispie Treat Donuts

These beautiful rice krispie treat donuts are a fun treat for July 4th or other patriotic occasions. They’re really easy […]

Birthday Balloon Pastry Pops

This fun, festive treat starts with pie crust cut into balloon shapes, then filled and decorated with colorful sugars. They’re […]

Pipe Cleaner Crafts for Kids

Kids love to create pipe cleaner crafts (aka chenille stems!). We’ve collected over 500 ideas for using these fun materials in […]

Graduation Cap Cupcake Toppers

Celebrate a graduate with these cute little graduation cap cupcake toppers. These colorful decorations are so easy to make.

Construction Paper Ladybug

This adorable ladybug is made with construction paper. It’s so fun to do that you’ll be brainstorming other animals to […]

Sunshine Pinata Cookies

These adorable Sunshine Pinata Cookies will warm your heart and fill your belly. Break them open to find candy hiding […]

Paper Plate Bumble Bee

This cheerful Paper Plate Bumble Bee will make everybody smile. It’s fun and easy to do.

Hershey Kiss Flower Bouquet

Make a colorful bouquet featuring Hershey’s kisses for someone special. This easy project is ideal for Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation […]

Recycled CD Spring Lamb

This cute CD lamb is great for spring, Earth Day, Easter or just anytime your kids want a quick and […]

Herb Garden Cupcakes

This is one herb garden you’ll want to eat all the way down to the “dirt”! These adorable cupcakes are […]

Graduation Self-Portrait

This graduation self-portrait is a wonderful end-of-year craft for preschoolers or kindergarteners. This fun keepsake is easy and inexpensive to […]

Confetti Cookie Cake

This cute confetti cookie cake is perfect for birthdays, graduations or any other celebrations. It’s easy to make and sure to make […]

Family Photo Magnets

Make fun magnets from family photos. This is a great way to capture those fun vacation moments or create gifts […]

Forever Fish Tank

This adorable little fish tank craft is the perfect project for someone who wants a no-maintenance pet. Make your own […]

Football Picture Holder

Is Dad a football fan? This fun picture holder for his desk makes a great homemade Father’s Day gift.

Ice Cream Cone Pandas

Chill out with some cool ice cream cone pandas. These adorable treats are fun for a party or other get-together.

Mother’s Day Portrait

Create an adorable Mother’s Day portrait on a paper plate, then decorate it with egg carton flowers. Mom will love it!

Pretzel Pop Graduates

These decorated pretzels make great graduation party favors, desserts, or gifts.  Customize them with school colors.

Candy Bouquet Gift

Show that special teacher just how much you care with this cute and tasty Candy Bouquet.  It also makes a […]

Paper Flower Lollipop Bouquet

Show someone special how much you love them with this easy paper flower craft. Who wouldn’t want a bouquet of […]

Cupcake Sugar Cookies

Make sugar cookies that look like cupcakes for a festive birthday treat. It’s a fun project for kids who are […]

All About My Mom Printable

A fun keepsake for any mom. This printable has a rocket/space theme and 21 fill in the blank prompts for […]

Cactus Churros

Color churro batter green and fry ’em up to look like cacti!  This tasty treat is perfect for Cinco de […]

Cake Postcard

You can’t eat this cake – it’s really a postcard that you can actually mail! Think how much fun it […]

A Candle for Mom

Make a beautiful gift for Mom’s birthday, Christmas, Mother’s Day or other just because! This candle is easy to make and […]

Mom and Me Wooden Spoons

Mom and Me Wooden Spoons These cute little dolls made from wooden spoons can be personalized however you’d like. Use […]

Houseplant Cupcakes

You don’t have to be a master decorator to make these awesome houseplant cupcakes. Follow the steps to make your […]

DIY Pinatas for Kids

If you’ve never tried making your own pinata, you’ll be surprised how easy it can be! If you are a […]

Star Wars Popsicle Cozy

Use felt to make awesome light saber popsicle cozies. It’s a great project any Star Wars fan will love!