Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Watermelon Waffles

With summer right around the corner, these pink and green watermelon waffles are such fun to make and to eat. […]

Homemade Sidewalk Chalk

If you’re looking for a fun and creative activity to do with your kids, why not make your own sidewalk […]

Starfish S’mores

These adorable starfish are made from homemade marshmallow, dipped in dark chocolate, and coated in graham cracker crumbs. Two little […]

Hot Air Balloon Scene

Try stamping and coloring over acrylic paint to make a pretty hot air balloon scene. It’s a fun way to […]

Four Season Tree

Help kids learn about the changing of the seasons with this clever four-season tree craft. It’s easy to do, using […]

Scribble Roses

Learn how easy it is to paint a bouquet of roses. Try crayons and watercolors with younger children, and encourage […]

Colorful Kites

Share the love of flying a kite by designing your own colorful kites! It take some time to assemble, but […]

Linzer Cookie Daisies

These gorgeous Linzer Cookie Daisies make a wonderful gift for Mother’s Day or Teacher Appreciation Day. And they taste as […]

Swirling Twirling Ladybugs

These adorable ladybugs are made from different colors of construction paper and will swirl and twirl as the breeze pushes […]

Monarch Caterpillar Craft

Don’t just do a butterfly craft- make the caterpillar form too! This easy monarch caterpillar project helps kids learn about […]

Candy Popsicles

Freeze candies into homemade lemonade popsicles for a treat that kids (and adults!) will love! Try a variety of candies. […]

Plastic Egg Fireflies

These adorable bugs are made from plastic Easter eggs and LED tea lights. They’re such a fun project for kids!

Paper Plate Nest of Birds

This cute nest of baby birds started with a paper plate and some cotton balls. It is perfect for springtime, […]

Pretty Lace Cookies

With the help of an air brush, stencil and cake lace, your cookies will soon be in bloom. Any event […]

Hatching Chick Card

This cute card features a hatching chick – perfect for Easter or a birthday! It’s easy to make and your […]

Paper Bag Nest

A paper bag, glue, and twigs are the only things you need to make this fun, natural nest. Fill it […]

Spring Chicks House

This easy craft uses a plastic vending machine container. The container is the perfect house for a chenille Momma chick […]

Whimsical Painted Dragonflies

Create whimsical dragonflies using acrylic paint, colored pencils, and a paint pen. Follow the simple steps, or use your own […]

Foam Dice Chicks

These adorable chicks start with foam dice! They’re so much fun to make and are a great decoration for spring. 

Craft Stick Sheep

This delightful craft stick sheep is fun for Easter or during a study of farm animals. Kids will love it!

Bubble Wrap Rain Boots Craft

  This craft starts with a fun bubble wrap sensory experience kids will love. Add some simple shapes to create […]

Cardboard Tube Cherry Blossoms

Recycle cardboard tubes into this lovely piece of wall art inspired by cherry blossoms. It costs virtually nothing and the […]

Egg Carton Whale

Make a darling egg carton whale with just a few simple supplies. It’s so easy to do!

Marshmallow Flower Cupcakes

Spring into spring with these adorable Marshmallow Flower Cupcakes. They’re ridiculously easy and so much fun!

Chocolate Easter Chicks

These adorable hatching chicks are filled with chocolate caramel fudge. They’re delicious and so much fun for spring.

Easter Basket Cookies

These stunning cookies start with an egg-shaped cookie. Teens with some decorating experience can make these beautiful treats for Easter, […]

Cardboard Tube Lambs

These cute lambs start with a cardboard tube. They’re such a fun craft for spring.

Pill Bottle Flower

Learn how to turn an empty pill bottle into a flower. This clever recycling project is easy to customize to […]

Bunny Paper Bag Puppet

Turn a paper bag into an adorable bunny. This project is fun for Easter, spring, or any other time.

Northern Lights Painting

Teach kids all about the captivating dancing waves of light known as the aurora borealis. Then try painting your own […]

Spring Rainbows

Turn paper plates and coffee filters into bright, cheery rainbows for spring and St. Patrick’s Day! Use one simple painting […]

Spring Fruit Flower Treat

This cute fruit flower treat is so much fun for spring! It’s so easy to do and kids will love […]

Chick Pops for Easter

These easy-to-make, kid-friendly chick candy pops are perfect for Easter. They’re a great choice for an edible craft during a […]

Oreo Lamb Lollipops

These adorable lamps are made from Oreo cookies that are dipped in white chocolate and coated in tiny marshmallows. They’re […]

Tissue Paper Easter Chicks

Fuzzy baby chicks popping up just in time for Easter! Little fingers will have fun scrunching up paper and sticking […]

Cherry Cupcakes

Cherry gelatin is mixed into a white cake mix to make these cheery, cherry cupcakes. Red sugar sprinkles and candy […]

Soda Bottle Cherry Blossoms

Turn a 2 liter bottle and some craft paint into pretty cherry blossom art work. An easy craft for both […]

Finger Painting Pineapple

Finger painting isn’t just for toddlers! Older kids will enjoy the challenge of painting a pineapple using nothing but their […]

Egg Bunnies

This cute craft takes just a minute or two to make. Use raw or hardboiled eggs, dyed or plain.

Sheep Mask

Create an adorable sheep mask for pretend play or as part of a costume. It’s very easy and perfect for […]

Football Sundaes

Are you read for some football?? This fun frozen treat will amaze your kids as they look into the bowl […]

R is for Raincoat

Make this rainy day craft during a weather unit or when you’re stuck indoors on a rainy day. The raindrops […]

Polar Bear Watercolor

Follow the step-by-step directions to create a black glue watercolor painting of a polar bear. This faux stained glass is […]

Polar Bear Cupcakes

Turn cupcakes and candy into the most adorable Polar Bear Cupcakes. What a fun treat for a winter celebration!

Printable Snowflake Coloring Pages

Celebrate winter with these printable snowflake coloring pages. Color them in, cut them out, or decorate them with unconventional materials […]

Marshmallow Snowflakes

Made from simple kitchen staples, homemade marshmallows are the perfect topper for your hot cocoa on a cold winter day. […]

Penguin Painting

This darling penguin painting is simple enough for toddlers and still lots of fun for older kids. The snow and […]

Hot Cocoa Science

Learn about density and buoyancy using hot cocoa and candy! This tasty science experiment is great fun on a cold […]

Snowy Pinecone Candle Jars

Make pretty winter luminaries that appear to be covered with freshly fallen snow! Oh so gorgeous and perfect for the […]

Ski Collage

There’s so much potential for creativity when the kids try this ski collage, as every skier will be one-of-a-kind. It’s […]

Lunch Bag Gingerbread House

Turn a brown paper lunch bag into a cute gingerbread house package. It’s perfect for holding sweet treats for someone […]

Cake Roll Penguins

These adorable penguins are made out of chocolate cake rolls. Follow the recipe to make your own from scratch or […]