Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Clothespin Sunflower

Make a fun sunflower using clothespins, a paint stir stick, a jar lid, and sunflower seeds. This is a neat […]

Felt Acorn Napkin Rings

Follow the simple tutorial to make beautiful felt acorn napkin rings, perfect for any fall event. It’s a wonderful project […]

Perfect Potato Prints

Learn how to use cookie cutters to make perfect potato stamps. It’s so much fun for kids!

Cardboard Tube Fall Trees

Create beautiful fall trees using cardboard tubes. This craft is easy enough for even the little ones to do. 

“Corn”dinsky Corn Ears

This clever project uses Kandinsky’s famous work to inspire colorful ears of corn. It’s a fun activity for fall.

Paper Plate Sunflower

Use a paper plate and yarn to weave a beautiful sunflower. This easy project is fun take on traditional weaving.

Apple Print Backpack

Kids will love making this simple backpack using real apples. You can also use it to to give a gift […]

Apple Pops

Oreos dipped in melted candy melts make fun back to school treats.

Make-Ahead Camping Scavenger Hunt

Before your next camping trip, hike or other outdoor adventure, prepare a scavenger hunt to take along! Follow the suggestions […]

Cupcake Apple Tree

This edible apple tree is made with cupcakes and a sheet cake. It’s perfect for a family reunion, back to […]

Corn on the Cob Craft

This is a great craft to make with a group of kids. Just air pop the popcorn (They’re less likely […]

Symmetry in Nature

Learn all about symmetry using natural objects. This is a great outdoor project for spring, summer or fall.

Paper Plate Weather Chart

Your little weather watchers can make these weather charts to map out the current weather conditions. Simple enough for their […]

Printable Leaf Place Cards

Bring a natural element to your Thanksgiving table with easy-to-make printable leaf place cards. Type names on a colorful leaf […]

Thanksgiving Cookie Bouquet

It’s easy to make a Thanksgiving cookie bouquet that looks spectacular! This makes a wonderful gift for someone special.

Caramel Apple in a Jar

A Caramel Apple in a Jar makes a wonderful holiday gift for special teachers, babysitters, friends, or neighbors. They are […]

Ice Cream Turkeys

These Cocoa Banana Ice Cream truffle turkeys make a wonderful end to a meal. They’re easy to make, delicious, and […]

Chocolate Pretzel Turkeys

Gobble up these sweet Chocolate Pretzel Turkeys this November! They’re a fun treat to make with kids.

Toilet Paper Pumpkin

Grab a roll of toilet paper and fabric for a quick Thanksgiving Pumpkin craft. Easy to make and reuse after […]

Clay Leaf Windchime

Gather some leaves from the backyard and then roll out some clay to make this beautiful project. It’s such a […]

Thanksgiving Sock Turkey

Use a sock, some feathers, and a few other supplies to make a cute overstuffed turkey! This adorable decoration will […]

Candy Acorns

Can you believe these adorable acorns are actually sweet treats? You’ll be blown away by how easy they are to […]

Spooky Forest Sticks

These super sweet sticks made for candied or caramel apples are actually quite easy to make! Your kids will love […]

Plaster Leaf Prints

Capture the beauty of fall by making leaf prints with Plaster of Paris. What a wonderful way to preserve nature’s […]

Candy Corn Canvas Shoes

Take a pair of white canvas sneakers, yellow paint, orange paint and paint brush to turn your kicks into the […]

Autumn Leaf Bowls

Create gorgeous leaf bowls to use throughout autumn. This project does require use of a kiln, but the results are […]

Acorn Vase

Have fun collecting acorns with your kids, then use them to make a stunning vase. It’s a wonderful family project […]

Pumpkin Lollipops

If you’re looking for a pumpkin themed edible treat to bring to a harvest, fall or Halloween party, or something […]

Fall Trail Mix and Printable

This tasty trail mix is perfect for fall. Make the mix, print the tags, and share these treats with friends […]

Chocolate Candy Corn Truffles

These cute candy corn are made of a creamy chocolate filling, then coated in white chocolate and decorated. What a […]

Potted Scarecrow

This adorable little scarecrow makes a wonderful fall decoration. Put it on the porch to welcome visitors or on the […]

Paper Mache Leaf

You remember paper mache! Make gorgeous fall leaves from this classic medium.

Candy Corn Fruit Cup

Candy corn is such a fun Halloween snack, but doesn’t exactly have any nutritional value. Make a healthy candy-corn inspired […]

Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins

Make beautiful pumpkins using the rings from canning jar lids! The tutorial has three fun ideas.    

Chestnut Pencil Toppers

These cute pencil critters are made from chestnuts, craft foam and toothpicks. There are lots of other ideas for chestnut […]

Popcorn Bowl Jack-O-Lantern

Turn white chocolate popcorn into an edible bowl, then decorate it to look like a Jack-O-Lantern. Fill it with tasty […]

Whoopie Pie Pumpkins

These cute whoopie pies not only taste like pumpkins but look like them too. They make a wonderful treat for […]

Cookie Scarecrows

Celebrate fall with these adorable Scarecrow Cookies! The tutorial uses store-bought oatmeal creme pies, but you can use peanut butter […]

Cardboard Tube Apple Core

Turn cardboard tubes and cupcake liners into these adorable apple cores! It’s a great accompaniment to a study of apples […]

Cardboard Tube Squirrel

Turn a cardboard tube, walnut and acorn cap into these cute squirrels. It’s the perfect recycling craft for fall that […]

Candy Corn on the Cob

Make a fun and delicious Halloween treat- Candy Corn on the Cob! This would make a fun centerpiece or a […]

Fall Classroom Tree

This Fall Classroom Tree is perfect for a classroom, daycare or other group. If there are more children than this size tree can […]

Hooded Owl Towel

Whoooo doesn’t loves adorable hooded towels? Make this sweet owl in any color you like for your baby or toddler […]

Pumpkin Baby Bib

Sew an adorable bib for a special baby this Halloween season. This one is a jack-o-lantern, but you could make […]

Acorn Flower Arrangement

Take a family nature walk to gather acorns, then use them to make these pretty acorn flowers. This is the […]

Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes

These mini pumpkin bundt cakes are fun to make and so cute! They’re a perfect fall dessert that the kids […]

Autumn Faun Halloween Costume

This Autumn Faun Halloween costume is unique, inexpensive, and eye-catching. Turn 6 household items into a floral headpiece worthy of […]

Printable Fall Bucket List

This fall bucket list has 30 fun activities for kids and families for making the most of the fall season. […]

Owl Mask

Make this fun owl mask from leaves, cardstock and felt. This is great for Halloween or for everyday imaginative play!

Hand-Painted Fall Napkins

Create beautiful napkins for Thanksgiving or the entire season of autumn. It’s easy to adapt this project for any holiday […]

3-D Pumpkin Cookies

These darling pumpkin cookies are ready to be picked from the patch! You’ll be surprised how easy it is to get […]

Splatter Paint Fall Trees

Celebrate autumn with this splatter paint fall tree project. It’s so much fun to do and every one is different!

Handprint Acorns

Turn your kids’ handprints into acorns. The kids will love this “hands-on” craft project!

Autumn Angel

Make this sweet autumn angel (or fairy!) with your child this afternoon. You can preserve real leaves or purchase silk […]

Shape Scarecrow

This cute scarecrow is made using basic shapes, including rectangles, circles, and triangles. It’s a great fall learning activity.