Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Sno Cone Cupcakes

Sno cones and summer go hand in hand but with the heat, things can get messy. These sno cone cupcakes […]

Apple Pie Playdough

Make apples or other creations with this fun playdough, which is scented like apple pie. It leaves the house smelling […]

Gone Camping Craft

Use construction paper, printables, and a child’s photo to make a fun camping collage. It’s a great activity to do […]

Watermelon Celebration

Chill out at your next celebration with fresh summer fruit! This carved watermelon is perfect for birthday parties, graduation parties […]

Paper Plate Lemon Fan

Turn a paper plate into a lemon slice fan that looks cool while it cools you down! This easy craft […]

Colorful Tropical Fish

These pretty fish are so bright and cheerful! They would make a great decoration for an ocean themed birthday party […]

Felt Campfire Play Set

Make a campfire play set from felt for the kids! This set includes felt S’mores, graham crackers, chocolate bar, and […]

Rice Krispie Treat Pineapples

Rice krispie treats are hiding inside these cute little pineapple treats! They’re easy to make and such a fun addition […]

Recycled Ladybug Jar

This adorable ladybug jar is a great recycling project for kids. Use this cutie to hold school supplies, small toys, […]

Hot Air Balloon Art

Introduce the concept of analogous colors and warm/cool colors with this beautiful hot air balloon project. Each is one-of-a-kind and […]

S’mores Starfish

These sweet S’mores Starfish are as fun to make as they are delicious! Serve them at a beach trip, during […]

Little Grass House

Using sponges and grass seed, grow a cool grass hut with very little work. It’s the perfect way to introduce […]

Avocado Sailboat

Use the skin of an avocado to make a sailboat that really floats. What a clever idea!

Paper Plate Fans

Turn paper plates into colorful fans that will keep you cool during the hot days of summer. It couldn’t be […]

Graham Cracker Flag Dessert

Kids will love creating this fun and tasty flag dessert.  It pulls apart for easy serving and is perfect for […]

Fish Wind Chime

Turn painted plastic eggs and a plastic soda bottle into a cute fish-shaped wind chime.  It’s inexpensive, fun, and a […]

Grass Skirt Caramel Apple

By adding a fondant grass skirt, your caramel apple will be doing the hula in no time! This treat is […]

Paper Flower

Learn how to create beautiful paper flowers. They look really detailed but are rather simple to make. Once you learn […]

Glowing Campfire Craft

This glowing campfire is made with tissue paper and a tea light. Use it as a night light, for pretend […]

Twig and Cereal Craft

This simple craft combines nature elements and food art. It’s a fun project that will really stretch your creativity!

Sunny Sweet Rolls

Paint an orange juice glazed sunshine on a plate and top it with a caramel sweet roll to brighten someone’s […]

Marshmallow Shooters

Guaranteed fun, these shooters are easily assembled from PVC pipe. Challenge your friends and family to see who can shoot […]

Button Topiary

Use buttons and a few other supplies to create cute topiaries that will last forever. It’s a fun gift for […]

Kiddie Car Wash

Kids will love washing their cars and bikes, as well as themselves, in this cool kiddie car wash! Read on […]

Watermelon Ice Cream Cake

This watermelon cake is made of ice cream, cookies and cake. It’s such a refreshing treat for any summer occasion. 

Colorful Flower Suncatcher

These easy and colorful flower suncatchers are lots of fun to make. What a great way to preserve beautiful flowers […]

Styrofoam Cup Sea Crabs

These adorable crabs are made from Styrofoam coffee cups and pipe cleaners. What a fun and colorful beach craft for […]

Beach Ball Cookie Platter

Hand cut a few cookies using a template and you’ll have a beach ball cookie platter in no time. What […]

Hula Hoop Shark Game

Use dollar star hula hoops to make a fun shark ball game for kids of all ages. This is such […]

Water Bottle Bubble Fun

Create big bubbles with a homemade blower made from a recycled plastic water bottle. This project makes bubbling blowing easier […]

Ice Cream Cone Sandwiches

What’s better than a delicious ice cream sandwich on a hot summer’s day? Making homemade ice cream sandwiches that look just like […]

Bendable Fabric Flower

Make a colorful, bendable flower using scrap pieces of fabric and pipe cleaners. This is a great spring project, perfect […]

Citrus Slice Cookies

These beautiful citrus cookies can be made to taste like – and look like- oranges, lemons, limes or other citrus […]

Pipe Cleaner Bubble Wands

Use pipe cleaners and pony beads to make fun and whimsical bubble wands in a variety of shapes! This is […]

Mini S’mores Tacos

With a graham cracker taco shell, brownie filling and a toasted marshmallow topping, these S’mores Tacos are one of the […]

Hot Dog Cookies

Make your own cookie cutter to create these lifelike hot dog cookies! They’re great fun for a summer cookout or picnic.

Construction Paper Ladybug

This adorable ladybug is made with construction paper. It’s so fun to do that you’ll be brainstorming other animals to […]

Sunshine Pinata Cookies

These adorable Sunshine Pinata Cookies will warm your heart and fill your belly. Break them open to find candy hiding […]

Paper Plate Bumble Bee

This cheerful Paper Plate Bumble Bee will make everybody smile. It’s fun and easy to do.

Herb Garden Cupcakes

This is one herb garden you’ll want to eat all the way down to the “dirt”! These adorable cupcakes are […]

Forever Fish Tank

This adorable little fish tank craft is the perfect project for someone who wants a no-maintenance pet. Make your own […]

Ice Cream Cone Pandas

Chill out with some cool ice cream cone pandas. These adorable treats are fun for a party or other get-together.

Star Wars Popsicle Cozy

Use felt to make awesome light saber popsicle cozies. It’s a great project any Star Wars fan will love!

Bluebird Candies

These bluebird candies can be made with Jordan almonds, M&M’s or other light blue candies. They’re surprisingly easy to make […]

How to Make Giant Bubbles

Use this recipe to make giant bubbles. Kids (and adults) will have a blast playing with these outdoors!

Curly Birds

These beautiful birds are made from loops of construction paper! The kids will want to make a whole flock, full […]

Watermelon Fruit Pizza

Start with a cookie crust, then top it with cream cheese fluff, strawberries and kiwi to make this fun watermelon. It’s […]

Picnic Blanket Collage

Celebrate your love of picnics with this picnic blanket collage, which combines paper weaving and collage making. It’s the perfect […]

Paper Sunflower Craft

This paper plate sunflower craft is a great fall craft. Kids work on scissor skills and build their fine motor […]

Marshmallow Goldfish Pops

These marshmallow goldfish pops are easy to make and the kids will love them. Try them for a beach-themed birthday […]

Straw Flowers

These easy Straw Flowers make a beautiful spring bouquet that will never wilt. Make each flower a different color and […]

Cupcake Liner Birds

These adorable birds are made from cupcake liners. Pick different colors and make a whole flock.

Stenciled Votives

Use self-adhesive letters, spray paint and sealant to make these pretty stenciled votives. Spell out a name, sentiment, season, or […]