Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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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 […]

Fairy Rocks

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

Foam Tropical Wind Sock

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

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 […]

Faux Petits Fours

Help your kids make these cute, no-bake faux petits fours! You do the cutting, then they can dip and decorate. […]

Clay Pendant Necklaces

These beautiful clay pendant necklaces so simple even little ones can make them.  They make a lovely handmade gift for […]

Beaded Bangle

Follow the easy directions to make this colorful beaded bangle.  Girls will love making these for themselves, plus they make […]

Painted Umbrella

Create a one-of-a-kind umbrella by painting your own design!  Fun for kids of all ages.

Coffee Filter Flowers

Make a beautiful bouquet using coffee filters, acrylic paint and floral wire.  These flowers are inexpensive, super easy and make […]

Kid’s Graduation Cap

Help your preschooler or kindergartener make their own graduation cap. A fun way to celebrate a special milestone and also […]

Dandelion Crown

Dandelions are sprouting everywhere!  It only takes a few minutes to turn them into beautiful dandelion crowns or necklaces.

Fingerprint Tree Teacher Gift

Print this tree, then add the fingerprints of each child in the class, team or group.  This makes a wonderful […]

No-Sew Monogrammed Tote

Create a monogrammed tote, a perfect gift for Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation Day or any occasion.  This no-sew project requires […]

Easy Beaded Flower Ring

This beautiful flower ring is easy to make and so fun to wear!  These make wonderful gifts for Mother’s Day, […]

Pressed Flower Art

Celebrate nature’s beauty by teaching your children the art of flower pressing. This tutorial uses the microwave, which means the […]

Cake Dip

Celebrate a birthday or other special occasion with Cake Dip! It’s easy to make and less messy than cupcakes. Follow […]

Pocket Mirror

Kids can make this pretty p ocket mirror for Mom for Mother’s Day.  It also makes a nice gift for […]

Star Cookies

Make sparkly star-shaped decorated cookies to give to a superstar teacher.  They also make a great appreciation gift for coaches, […]

No Sew T-Shirt Bag

Turn old t-shirts into cute tote bags with no sewing required. Quick, easy, and a great way to repurpose a […]