Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

3-D Beaded Rose

This stunning 3-D beaded rose is perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or another special occasion. It is surprisingly simple […]

Love Letter Necklace

This unique necklace makes a fun gift for Valentine’s Day. Just follow the photos to bend colorful wire into words, then […]

Heart Flower Earrings

These pretty flower earrings are made from heart-shaped beads. They’re fun for Valentine’s Day, spring, or any other time of […]

Pony Bead ‘I Love You’

Say ‘I Love You’ to someone special with this pony bead zipper pull. It’s fast and easy to make and […]

Crepe Paper Hearts

This simple Valentine’s Day activity is fun for toddlers and preschoolers. It is perfect for their developing motor skills.

Diamond Heart Earrings

These pretty earrings are fun to wear on Valentine’s Day. They’re a good project for beading novices to try.

Clay Snowmen

Use air-dry clay, brads, sticks and felt to make these adorable snowmen. They’re cute as necklaces, magnets, or simply as decoration […]

Fabric-Covered Notebook

Transform a plain notebook into something really special with this fun sewing project. It’s a great way to use scraps and […]

Wooden Sled Toy

Use craft sticks to make an adorable sled toy! This quick project is a lot of fun when you’re stuck […]

Minecraft Valentine Bookmarks

Make these punny Valentine Bookmarks using a printable, Sculpey clay and craft sticks. It’s easy to do and lots of fun.

Craft Stick Card

Use popsicle sticks and paper to make a card for someone special. There are so many possibilities for creativity!

Snowman Place Setting

This adorable place setting is great fun for a snow day. Encourage the kids to use their creativity to select […]

Beaded XOXO Bracelet

Make a pretty XOXO bracelet for a loved one this Valentine’s Day. It’s easy to do and lots of fun.

Puffy Hearts

Turn an old sweater into adorable puffy hearts! It’s easy to do and is a fun and unique project for Valentine’s […]

Oil Pastel Butterfly

Use oil pastels to make a cute butterfly. This easy craft is suitable for even the youngest of crafters!

Button Heart on Canvas

Button art is so cute and so much fun! Kids will enjoy making and displaying this beautiful button heart this […]

Big Birthday Numbers

Celebrate a special birthday with big numbers cut from cardboard and then decorated! This is a fun alternative to making […]

Personalized Umbrella

Give a thoughtful gift to someone special with this sweet personalized umbrella. It’s easy to do and will lift the spirits […]

Oatmeal Cookie Hand Scrub

This wonderful hand scrub is inspired by delicious oatmeal cookies. It’s easy to make and is a great gift.

Pinwheel Party Favors

Turn mini gel pens and patterned paper into cute pinwheel party favors! They add a fun touch to any celebration.

Freezer Paper Image Transfer

Use freezer paper to transfer an image or word to pillowcases, t-shirts or other fabric. This is a great project for […]

Felt Gift Tags

An emboidered felt gift tag add a personal touch to a special gift. It’s easy, fun and inexpensive with an […]

Hand Scrub

This  hand scrub couldn’t be easier to make! It is a wonderful gift for kids to give to Mom, Grandma, […]

Rainbow Crayon Wall Art

Create a dimensional work of art using crayons and foam. It’s easy to do and looks spectacular!

Resolution Printable

Help the kids set goals for the New Year or make resolutions together as a family. Then display your resolutions in […]

Bird Feed Fat Cakes

Help the birds in your garden get through the cold of winter with these fat cakes. They’re easy to make […]

Paper Rockets

Make colorful paper rockets that flutter in the wind. This easy and inexpensive paper craft lets the imagination soar!

Glitter Hair Pins

These sparkly glitter hair pins are made of cardboard. They are cute for New Year’s Eve or as really fun party […]

Owl Pet Rock

This adorable Owl Pet Rock is so easy to make! It’s a fun project and very inexpensive.

Paper Fortune Cookies

Make easy and fun paper fortune cookies. They’re great for Chinese New Year, Valentine’s Day or any time.

Glitter Star Wands

These cardboard glitter star wands are fun for parties, holidays, and celebrations. They’re easy and inexpensive to make.

Beaded Umbrella Charm

Create a cute beaded umbrella charm using beads and copper wires. This is best for teenagers with some jewelry-making experience.

Mesh Shower Caddy

This mesh shower caddy is great for travel, camping trips, or as a gift for teens headed off to college. […]

Goat’s Milk Citrus Soaps

These goat’s milk citrus soaps are very pretty and easy to make. Friends and family will love receiving such useful […]

Upcycled Christmas Cards

Upcycle your favorite Christmas cards into gift tags for the next year. It’s fun and easy to do!

Lighted Star

Turn yardsticks and a string of lights into a beautiful lighted star. This project is most suitable for teenagers.

Christmas Tree Garland

Use fabric scraps to make a fun garland for the mantle or the Christmas tree. This easy craft is suitable […]

Party Crown

Turn empty cardboard tubes into fun party crowns! Great for a princess-themed party, Christmas, New Year’s Eve or everyday dress-up.

Writing with Washi Tape

Creatively wrap your gifts this holiday season by writing with washi tape. It’s easy to do and looks fantastic!

Rudolph Wall Art

This festive Rudolph Wall Art is so easy to make! A fast and easy project for wintertime.

Santa’s Milk Glass Cover

Santa deserves special treatment, so have the kids decorate Santa’s milk with a glass cover especially for him. Just print, […]

Reindeer Place Cards

Make reindeer place cards for this year’s holiday dinner. Twigs and googly eyes make it quick, easy, inexpensive and super […]

Holiday Plate Art

Use old chipped and mismatched plates to create a whimsical holiday wall display. Or, try the same thing using paper plates!

Rustic Brown Paper Flowers

Brown paper flowers are simple to create and can be made in a matter of minutes. Use them as an attachment […]

Hammered Metal Ornaments

Hammered metal ornaments are fun to make and add a homemade touch to Christmas. Use them to decorate your tree […]

Christmas Candy Bouquet

This cute Christmas candy bouquet is as much fun to make as it is to receive! It’s a great gift […]

Christmas Stockings

Make your own stockings with fabric that perfectly matches your style. This tutorial is suitable for beginners.

Pinecone Christmas Trees

‘Tis the season to gather pinecones from the yard and put them to use! A little paint and glitter will transfer […]

Melted Olaf Ornament

Frozen fans will like this cute melted Olaf ornament. It’s fast and simple to make this winter.

TMNT Coaster Ornaments

We love Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in our house, so we made these cool Christmas ornaments out of cork coasters. […]

Happy New Year Wreath

Create a fun-tastic, colorful Happy New Year wreath! It’s easy to do and a great way to welcome the new year.

Snowman Truffles

Decorate egg-shaped chocolates to look like cute snowmen using sprinkles and edible glitter. So festive and so much fun!

Salt Dough Christmas Ornaments

Kids of all ages will enjoy making Christmas ornaments out of salt dough. It’s so easy to do and you’ll enjoy […]

Burlap Tree Skirt

Work together as a family to make a beautiful tree skirt that you can use for years to come. Design […]

Cornhusk Christmas Tree

These gorgeous Christmas trees are made with corn husks! Dye them green, glue them to a bottle, then top with […]