Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Clay Trinket Dish

These beautiful leaf clay dishes are the perfect craft for fall! Use them to hold trinkets, keys, coins, jewelry, and […]

Pinecone Hedgehogs

Turn pinecones and felt into adorable hedgehogs. The tutorial also includes instructions to make beautiful pinecone owls.

No-Carve Pumpkin Caramel Apple

A first glance, these no-carve pumpkin look exactly like caramel apples! But not a single one of the supplies is […]

Pumpkin Pie Playdough

This Pumpkin Pie scented playdough recipe is so fun for fall! Kids will love pretending to make their very own […]

Maple Playdough

This maple-scented playdough is perfect for fall! Kids will love pretending to bake their own maple cookies.

Fall Potato Stamping

Celebrate fall with homemade leaf potato stamps. Adults prepare the stamps, then kids can make the artwork!

Chalk Pastel Apple

Work on adding shadows and highlights to simple subjects with this lovely apple project. Chalk pastels make it look very […]

Fall Leaf Ristra

Collect red leaves and use them to mimic the chile ristras of New Mexico. This nature craft is a great […]

Four Seasons Small World Play

This 4-section wooden backdrop is perfect for small world play. Paint one season in each of the sections and fill […]

Candy and Leaf Fall Wreath

This wreath is a fun fall craft project, easy enough for young crafters to enjoy. As fall turns into winter, […]

Fall Landscape Painting

This lovely fall landscape painting uses printmaking to create the reflection in the water. Follow the directions to create your […]

Coloring Book Place Cards

Wondering what to do with completed coloring book images? Use them to make place cards for Thanksgiving!

Footprint/Handprint Turkeys

Create an entire flock of turkeys using the footprint and handprints of everyone in the family! This is a great […]

Autumn Hair Comb

Use filigree leaves and faceted beads to create a hair comb that is perfect for autumn. It’s easy to do […]

Pumpkin Earrings

These cute pumpkin earrings are fun for Halloween, Thanksgiving and fall in general. This easy project is a fun way […]

Sewn Leaves

Add extra pizazz to fall leaves with colorful threads. This easy project is a fun way to introduce kids to sewing.

Colored Leaf Display

Create a colorful display using painted dry leaves. You could use the same technique to display leaves that Mother Nature […]

Deer Pumpkin

This sweet deer pumpkin is easy to make and requires almost no carving. It’s a fun option for a jack-o-lantern […]

Colorful Acorns

Create colorful acorns with acrylic paint to decorate your home for fall! They’re easy to make and are simply beautiful.

Watercolor Leaf Garland

This beautiful crayon and watercolor project makes a wonderful decoration for fall. It’s a fun project to do as a […]

Tissue Paper Yarn Pumpkin

Create a unique pumpkin decoration with yarn and tissue paper. It’s lots of fun and each is one of a […]

Yarn Pumpkin

Decorate for fall with this cute yarn pumpkin. It’s easy, fun and even smells like fall.

Oversize Scrabble Tiles

Turn scrap wood into oversize Scrabble tiles. Hang them outdoors or in to spell fun, seasonal messages.

Mini Pumpkin Patch

This fall-inspired mini pumpkin patch is lots of fun for kids of all ages. It’s a great way to get kids […]

Pumpkin Fairy House

Turn a pumpkin into a fun and playful fairy house. The tutorial has lots of ideas to customize it and […]

Printable Autumn Crown

Use this Printable Autumn Crown as a starting spot creativity. Kids can color the leaves with crayons or markers, dress it […]

Cardboard Tube Pumpkins

This is a fast and fun fall craft that is suitable for young kids to do with help or for older kids […]

Autumn Mosaic

Create a gorgeous fall mosaic with this easy coloring project. It’s a great choice for a classroom or other group […]

Changing Leaves Project

This mixed media art project is perfect for fall. Make your own leaf template to create a beautiful repeating watercolor […]

Crepe Paper Fall Tree

This fall tree craft uses materials that allow kids to explore the color, texture and sound while working on fine […]

Felt Pinecone Owl

Make cute owls from felt and pinecones. It’s easy to do with plenty of room for creativity!

Nature Weaving

This nature weaving activity combines creativity and the outdoors. It costs nothing and encourages the exploration of textures and nature.

Nature Exploration Journal

Turn a paper bag into your own nature journal! This craft inspires kids to get out and explore with 40+ […]

Hot Cocoa Art

What’s winter without hot cocoa? This fun and easy craft is perfect for a cold winter day.

Acorn Cap Flowerpot

Turn acorn caps into the cutest flowerpots ever! Plant clover, grass, or anything else in these miniature, all-natural pots.

Painted Chestnuts

Turn plain chestnuts into works of art! It’s easy to do and they make a wonderful decoration for the holidays.

Stenciled Table Runner

Create a pretty burlap table runner using any stencil. This table runner is a quick and easy project with no sewing […]

Faux Birch Place Mat

This pretty birch placemat is actually made out of wrapping paper! It’s perfect for holidays, nature- or garden-themed parties and […]

Pumpkin Pie Craft

Try something different from the expected turkey, Pilgrim and cornucopia crafts with this pumpkin pie project! It’s really easy to […]

Leaf Gift Topper

Use leaves and greenery from the backyard to decorate your presents instead of ribbon or expensive toppers. It’s beautiful and […]

Miniature Clay Cornucopia

Make a mini colorful cornucopia filled with fruits and flora. With air-dry clay, craft paint and some paper leaves, it’s […]

Leaf Coaster

It’s so easy to create coasters with colorful fall leaves. What a wonderful way to bring the beauty of fall […]

Fall Leaf Nature Crown

Make a beautiful fall nature crown from fallen leaves and tree trimmings. It’s the perfect autumn activity for kids.

Frosted Pinecone Wreath

Head outdoors to collect a bunch of pinecones, then turn them into this beautiful fall wreath. Next month, add berries […]

Chalk-Painted Silk Leaves

Turn fake-looking silk leaves into vintage-inspired beauties that look much more realistic. Then use the leaves to make decorative garland, […]

Halloween Felt Ornaments

Make cute Halloween felt ornaments in a few simple steps. They don’t take long and are a great way to […]

Pom Pom Turkey

Make these adorable Pom Pom Turkeys for Thanksgiving or any time of year! They’re easy to make and can be […]

Corn Husk Painting

Turn corn husks into beautiful flowers or decorative headpieces. It’s fun to do and a great project for fall.

Toilet Paper Pumpkins

These pretty pumpkins take 2 minutes to make, cost nothing, and they need no storage! There is one little secret […]

Candy Corn Toss

Have sweet fun with the family playing Candy Corn Toss using a candy corn cookie! This tutorial includes the printable cookie […]

Bottle Cap Apple Search

This game is easy to make, reusing materials that you already have at home. It’s fun any time of year, […]

Washi Tape Cards

Use washi tape to create festive cards to send this fall. It’s so easy to do and they couldn’t be […]

Recycled Newspaper Pumpkins

Create festive fall decor with recycled newspapers and paint. This easy project is fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Leaf-Printed Vase Wrap

Wrap an inexpensive vase with printed parchment paper for a cute fall decoration. It couldn’t be easier!

Autumn Faun Headband

This Autumn Faun headband is a unique, inexpensive and eye-catching costume. With only 6 items, you can create a floral […]