Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Thanksgiving Cutlery Holder

Make festive napkin cutlery holders for Thanksgiving or any fall occasion. They’re easy to make and are a great addition […]

Scarecrow Lollipop Cookies

Make these cute scarecrow cookies-on-a-stick for a harvest party or a Thanksgiving treat. This is a great party craft, or […]

Fairy House

Make a fairy house in your backyard using all sorts of items from nature. This project really encourages creativity!

Pinecone Place Card Holders

These Thanksgiving place card holders are inexpensive, easy, and fun to make. Do this nature craft together as a family.

Pine Cone Winter Fairies

Head out on a nature hike to collect pinecones and acorns, then turn them into beautiful winter fairies. They look […]

Pumpkin Centerpiece

Turning a faux pumpkin into a floral centerpiece is a great way to bring the fall season indoors. Glitter, burlap, […]

Fall Lantern

Arrange pinecones, mini pumpkins, and other seasonal items inside a lantern. Add a festive bow and  the result is a […]

Pinecone Owls

These cute little pinecone owls are equally fun as a summer camp craft or to make at home on a […]

Decorative Fall Basket

Decorate a basket with pumpkins, gourds, and faux leaves to create a beautiful fall display. It makes a wonderful gift, […]

Fall Table Centerpiece

This simple fall centerpiece is a wonderful way to decorate for the season. Children of all ages will enjoy selecting […]

Tissue Paper Fall Tree

This colorful fall craft is easy to do and looks so pretty. Kids will have lots of fun making this […]

Sweet Acorns

These edible acorns are easy to make and taste yummy. Give them a try this season!

Decoupage Pumpkin Treat Cup

Turn a purchased cup of treats into an adorable pumpkin using decoupage techniques and catalog pages. A great craft for […]

Fall Acorn Napkin Rings

Create beautiful napkin rings for your fall table using a cardboard tube and acorns you gather yourself. It’s a wonderful […]

Spider Napkin Ring

Use pipe cleaners and pom poms to create a cute spider!  Then attach him to a cardboard tube to make […]

Sunflower Cookies and Brownie

Let the dessert be the décor with this gorgeous Sunflower Cookies and Brownie! What a fun treat to make and […]

Apple Cider Cups

Make cups from real apples for a great afternoon fall snack. Adult supervision is essential when working with knives.

Peek-a-Boo Squirrel Puppet

Kids will love creating this adorable Peek-A-Boo Squirrel Puppet to play with during the fall and winter months!

Garden Carrot Snack

Edible crafts are so much fun! This cute carrot is really easy to make, tastes yummy, and is a healthy […]

Colorful Patterned Owls

These paper plate owls are so colorful and fun! Use your creativity to design your own pattern and color combinations.

Pumpkin Display

Decorate for fall with a cool autumnal display. Paint stripes, dots, and diamonds on paper mache pumpkins, then add glittery […]

Tissue Paper Acorn

Need another great fall craft idea? Why not make a this tissue paper acorn? You probably remember making similar tissue […]

Ear of Corn Cookies

These pinata-style cookies are so much fun! Serve them for a summer barbecue, Thanksgiving, or any time in between.

Faces from Fall Leaves

Collect fall leaves and other natural objects like walnuts, sticks etc and make cute leaf faces! Fun activity for fall.

Toilet Paper Pumpkins

These lovely burlap pumpkins are crazy easy to make, using items you probably already have on hand. Give them a […]

Camping Memory Game

This clever memory game is made from paper and cardboard, with a fun camping theme. Find all the items needed […]

Pumpkin Hat

Make a cute pumpkin hat using a paper bowl. Fun to wear for Halloween, Thanksgiving or on any other fall […]

Tissue Paper Apples

Create apples that look good enough to eat using tissue paper and liquid starch. This is a great use for […]

Pointillism Bookmark

Teach kids about the art technique of Pointillism with this fun, easy bookmark project.  Create any design – there is […]

Van Gogh Coffee Filter Sunflowers

Create a beautiful work of art inspired by Van Gogh’s ‘Sunflowers’ using coffee filters and other basic craft materials. It’s […]

No Sew Fabric Pumpkins

These frugal fabric pumpkins are made out of old t-shirts and outgrown clothing. Whip up a few to get ready […]

Paint and Stuff Football

These big paper footballs are made from recycled materials you probably have at home and are easy enough for even […]

Pineapple Cream Cheese Spread

Create a tasty spread that looks just like a pineapple! It’s a great addition to a tropical or beach themed […]

Owl Rolls

Kids will get a hoot out of these flaky treats, made with refrigerated crescent roll dough, chocolate eyes, and a […]

Apricot Clownfish

Apricots and white chocolate come together to make these fun fishy treats. Your little fisherman or mermaids will want to […]

Lemon Sunflower Cupcakes

These cheerful cupcakes are sure to brighten anyone’s day. Make these for a special birthday, a garden party, Mother’s Day, […]

Babybel Cheese Ladybug

This Babybel cheese ladybug is a healthy and tasty snack that is so incredibly cute! Very easy to make. Requires […]

Football Photo Frame

Create a frame that is perfect for a football team photo, a special autograph, or football memorabilia. It’s fun and […]

Scrap Paper Seahorse

Don’t throw out those scraps of patterned paper! Turn them into a colorful and whimsical seahorse, inspired by the artwork […]

Owl Napkin Rings

Turn empty cardboard tubes into adorable owl napkin rings. They’re easy and inexpensive to make and add such a cute […]

Crayon Melt Seahorse

Create a colorful, whimsical seahorse! This fun craft uses a warming tray to melt crayons resulting in vibrant color.

Trash to Treasure Acorn

Turn an empty prize container from a gumball machine into a cute acorn. Fill it with nuts as an adorable […]

Felt Strawberries

Make adorable strawberries from felt and seed beads. This fun sewing project is easy enough for beginners and the results […]

Footprint Bird

These adorable little footprint birdies are really easy and make a great keepsake. Frame a set to give to Grandma […]

Apple Popcorn Balls

Such a fun way to give an apple to the teacher! A tasty treat of popcorn all wrapped up inside […]

Rotini Noodle Sunflower

Create a dimensional sunflower craft using rotini noodles and pipe cleaners. It’s a fun project for young kids to try.

Egg Carton Apple Treat

Turn egg carton cups into a cute apple that holds a tasty surprise. What a fun way to give a […]

Foam Flip Flops

This fun and easy craft just screams summer! It’s a different take on a traditional footprint craft.

Paper Plate Jellyfish

Make an adorable jellyfish craft with paper plate, tissue paper and yarn. It’s a fun, multi-step project that kids will […]

Driftwood Art

Remember great times at the beach with this Driftwood Art. It’s a wonderful project for the family to make together.

Printable Bingo Game

Stay sane on your next road trip! This printable bingo game costs hardly anything and will keep the kids busy […]

Watermelon Yogurt Pops

Make adorable watermelon yogurt pops using cone-shaped drinking cups.  This tasty treat is fun and easy to make.  The only hard […]