Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Paint Chip Birthday Card

After painting a room, put the unused paint chips to good use by making cards. Try a simple birthday candle […]

Easy Watermelon Manicure

Create fun watermelon nail designs that are perfect for summer.  This is easy enough for preteens to do independently.

Paper Flower Bouquet

Brighten any room this paper flower bouquet!  They are easy to do, last indefinitely, and make a wonderful gift.

Patriotic Party

Use these fun ideas for your next patriotic party!  Fun for Memorial Day, 4th of July, or any other celebration […]

Dyed Silk Play Scarves

Dye silk play scarves using different flavors of Kool-Aid!  The whole family will enjoy making these colorful accessories that are perfect for […]

Cake Bunting

This cake bunting is insanely easy and quick to make. It’s perfect for a graduate, a birthday (replace the numbers with […]

Building Blocks Yarn Flower

Use your Lego, Mega Bloks or any brand of building blocks to make a beautiful and simple yarn flower.  You […]

DIY Fabric Flip Flops

All you need are bits of fun fabric or retired clothing, two pieces of felt, scissors and hot glue to […]

Patriotic Candle Holders

Looking for a way to light up the night this 4th of July? Patriotic candle holders are the perfect complement […]

We Love You Photo Frame

This simple project is easy to do and makes a great gift. If you have photo paper at home, it […]

DIY Pinwheels

Make a cute pinwheel that actually moves!   Use this printable to turn transparency paper and glitter into a toy or […]

Printable Cheeseburger Gift Box

Think outside the box with a quick and easy printable cheeseburger gift box! It’s fun, unusual and the perfect size […]

Firecracker Licorice

Have a blast making these simple licorice firecrackers!  These tasty treats will be a hit during the 4th of July […]

Patriotic Upcycled Cans

Decorate your July 4th table with this fun patriotic craft!  It’s fast and easy to turn empty cans into these […]

Camp Care Package

Younger siblings can help pack a fun, personalized care package to send to a camper this summer.  It’s a great way to […]

Stepping Stones

Stepping stones are a fun, easy and creative outdoor project to make with the kids.  Decorate the stones with gems, […]

Button Coasters

Use buttons to decorate some cute felt coasters to hold your summer drinks.  This no-sew project is easy enough for […]

Rainbow Cupcake Toppers

Use fondant to make cute and easy rainbow cupcake toppers.  These are fun for a rainbow-themed party, St. Patrick’s Day, […]

Father’s Day Pencil Cup

Turn an empty can into a cool suit and tie pencil holder.  This make a fun gift for Father’s Day or […]

Painting With Plants

Put away the crayons, markers and paints and try something totally different.  Use plants to create a rainbow of colors!

Claytime on Pirate Island

Create pirate fun with clay using these fabulous ideas and a printable background.  A great activity for summer, a rainy […]

Garden Seed Storage Box

Use Mod Podge and scraps of fabric to dress up a tin box to use to hold garden seed packets. […]

Hero Mason Jar

Honor that special service member with a personalized Hero Mason Jar.  It makes a wonderful gift at any time of […]

Monogrammed Button Bracelet

Make a button bracelet for yourself or as a gift, customizing the button colors and the monogram to suit the recipient. […]

Candy Wrapper Origami Butterflies

Transform candy wrappers into beautiful origami butterflies!  A fun way to introduce kids to origami, using something that would otherwise […]

Cherry Collage

Toddlers and preschoolers will love making this cute and simple cherry collage, using painted red circles for the fruit and real […]

Stenciled Flower Pot

Introduce children to stenciling with this easy, glittery flower pot.  Add a plant and it makes a wonderful gift for […]

Foam Tropical Wind Sock

Create a cute tropical windsock out of foam to remind your family of fun times at the beach.  Follow the […]

Fairy Rocks

These fairy rocks are fun and easy for little hands to make.  A perfect activity to help keep kids occupied […]

Candy Lei

Celebrate a special occasion with fun and easy candy leis.  Personalize them with the recipient’s favorite candies, school colors, etc.

Tie Dye Art

This fun summer craft uses canvas, glue, and dye and can be customized with any colors of design.  It’s a […]

Rainbow Tie-Dye Surprise Cake

Everyone will love this rainbow tie-dye surprise cake!  It’s actually surprisingly easy to make once you know the secret.

Crochet Wish Bracelet

Learn how to crochet a beaded wish bracelet.  You only need to know how to chain, so it’s perfect for beginning […]

Patriotic Freedom Drops

This colorful pretzel snack is very quick and easy to make and really tasty!  It is ideal for the 4th […]

Frame with Homemade Enamel Dots

Make homemade dimensional painted enamel dots, then use them to decorate a frame!  This makes a wonderful gift for Mother’s Day, […]

Cold Stone Ice Cream Party

Guests will love making their own ice cream creation or choosing from the downloadable menu.  This is a fun party […]

Dad’s Trinket Box

Give Dad something thoughtful and useful this Father’s Day – a box for all his trinkets.  It’s easy to personalize and […]

PVC Pencil Holder

Make a pretty ombre pencil holder from PVC pipes.  Keep it for yourself or create one as a gift for […]

Easy Jar Vase

These cute vases couldn’t be easier!  All you need are empty jars and craft vinyl.  These make a wonderful gift for […]

Plastic Egg Nesting Dolls

Have any leftover plastic Easter eggs?  Don’t throw them out!  Use them to create these adorable nesting dolls.

Painted Chevron Planters

Create beautiful, one-of-a-kind planters with paint and chevron tape.  Fun for kids of all ages.

Sculpted Paper Flower Gift Bag

Turn plain white gift bags into gorgeous monochromatic paper flower sculptures for just a few cents.  These elegant bags are […]

Rubber Band Loom Yarn Flower

Use your rubber band loom to make this beautiful yarn flower!  Turn the flower into a hair accessory, add it […]

Highlighter Roll

Help your child create this cute and colorful highlighter roll to give to a special teacher.  Or, adapt this idea […]

Popcorn Relay Game

This popcorn relay race requires fancy footwork! Each person can make their own shoe cups or they can be made […]

Pom Pom Birds in a Nest

Make a cute nest of birds using twigs and other nesting materials you can find outside.  A fun project for […]

Sunflowers in Five Materials

Introduce your child to five different art materials by making these beautiful sunflowers. Each portion is colored with a different […]

Felt Heart-Shaped Earrings

Girls will love making and wearing these cute heart-shaped felt earrings.  They are so easy to make and can be […]

Printable Spring Flower Banner

Celebrate Spring’s arrival with this free colorful printable Spring Flower Banner. Print out these flowers to decorate with or even […]

Stuffed Bunny

This little stuffed bunny requires only basic sewing skills.  A fun project for a child who is learning to sew.

Beaded Leather Bracelet

This pretty leather beaded bracelet is easy to make, even for beginners.  Keep it for yourself or give it as […]