Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Argyle Pumpkins

Do you have older children who need something challenging and fun for fall? This argyle pumpkin is an easy painting […]

Easy Apple Card

A cute apple card that kids can easily make for their friends and family. Perfect for the fall harvest season, […]

Coffee Filter Flower

Make a coffee filter flower to use instead of a bow… adorn a gift, wear it in your hair, or […]

Watercolor Pencil Scarecrow

Introduce your child to watercolor pencils by making some fun fall scarecrow art! A great art project for a blustery […]

Horse Card

Make this easy horse card for Animals Day! It is super easy to make and kids will love the result! […]

Bubble Wrap Butterflies

This fun project is perfect for preschoolers. You can make fun designs using paint and bubble wrap, then turn them […]

Clay Plant Impressions

Capture pieces of your garden forever in these lovely modeling clay ornaments that are preschool friendly. You’ll love the uniqueness […]

Fall Snow Globe

The kids will love making this snow globe for autumn. Construction paper and a plastic plate are your supplies and […]

Wood & Cork Pumpkin

Using some scrap wood, acrylic paint, hot glue, and Mod Podge you can create a beautiful and unique wooden pumpkin. […]

Pumpkin Fudge

Make pumpkin shaped fudge using a pumpkin cookie cutter. Great for a Halloween party or a school treat if you […]

How to Draw on Shoes

Decorate and have fun with fabric pens by drawing flowers on your shoes! A great way to decorate your wearables […]

Leaf Jump Rope

Jump in the Fall with a leaf jump rope of red, yellow and orange or decorate your table with this […]

Handprint Autumn Tree

Here’s a fun project your little ones will enjoy this fall using their handprints! Also makes a great activity for […]

Owl Gift Bags

These cute little owl gift bags are made out of paper lunch sacks and scrapbook paper. A fun craft for […]

Paper Apple Tree

A cute apple tree kids can make to decorate their classroom or their room at home. A fun cut and […]

Bee House

Build a bee house to help nature along and encourage pollination of the area plants. The tutorial explains about a […]

Apple Sweatshirt

Cut an apple in half and use it to print apples on a sweatshirt! This is a really fun way […]

Colorful Duct Tape Pumpkin

Learn how to make duct tape-covered pumpkins with duct tape roses. This project is so easy even a child can […]

Patriotic Punch Cups

This super easy project will have your table decorated in patriotic stars before you knew what hit it! A great […]

Patriotic Can Wind Sock

These windsocks are recycled from old tin cans and created to celebrate our patriotic holidays. You can display them all […]

Beaded Wind Chimes

Using a recycled plastic lid, some yarn, pony beads and bells you can create this pretty wind chime to hang […]

Apple Core Craft

Tissue paper is a great art supply, especially for the younger set. By wadding up pieces of tissue paper, all […]

Dinosaur Ice Eggs

Hot summer days are perfect for these dinosaur ice eggs. Kids will love cracking open and melting these Ice eggs […]

Tropical Twist Teepee

Brighten up play time or add a pop of color to a camping trip with this fun tie-dye tepee! This […]

Rock Tic Tac Toe

What a fun way to play tic tac toe! A great travel game for kids, or just something entertaining for […]

Crepe Paper Jellyfish

Go under the sea and make a crepe paper jellyfish. If you enjoy beach themed crafts this is one you […]

Fist Pumpkin Prints

This is a fun fall craft for all ages, but the preschool set will especially love this. Children will use […]

Rainbow Backpack Charm

This pretty back pack bauble is made from stackable crayons and a paper clip! A fun way to turn back […]

Neon Zip Tie Rain Chain

Make a rain chain with zip ties and wooden beads. This is a super easy garden craft that little ones […]

Newspaper Pumpkin

This is a simple project that kids will love, perfect for the fall season. You’ll need a mini pumpkin, some […]

Baby Lotion Body Paint

Have some fun with some safe homemade body paint that’s made using baby lotion! This would be great for a […]

Tie-Dye Kids Shirts

Let your kids create their own fashion styles with this simple tie-dye tutorial. A fun end of summer project that […]

Decoupage Pumpkin

Kids will love making this pumpkin that has been Mod Podged with scrapbook paper. It’s a fun project that kids […]

Blowing Dandelion T-shirt

Here’s an easy way to paint a blowing dandelion on a t-shirt. This is a really fun project for tweens […]

Shell Jars & Instant Rusty Lids

Display summer souvenirs in jars and instantly rust the lids for a weathered vintage look. Kids will enjoy watching the […]

Water Blast Carnival Game

Use inexpensive items to make your own carnival games for your next party! Games like Water Blast – We nailed […]

Faux Red Coral

If your kids like creating under the sea dioramas, follow our instructions on how to make red coral. Using resin […]

Mini Burger Bites

Nothing says summer like picnics and burgers! Surprise your picnic guests with these fun cookie burgers for dessert.

Embellished School Supplies

Add some pizzazz to plain ol’ school supplies by covering them with scrapbook paper. Make some for you and give […]

Book Page Pinwheels

Pinwheels are easy to make and are perfect for party favors, decor, or photo props! Read on to learn how […]

Fall Hand and Arm Tree

A simple back to school project for preschoolers and toddlers. Create a fun keepsake from their hand and arm prints.

Tissue Paper Flowers

It’s simple to make bright and cheery flowers out of tissue paper. Use for decorations or fill a vase with […]

Decorated Mugs

Kids can personalize coffee mugs with Sharpie pens to make great gifts for grandparents, teachers…even Mom and Dad!

Painting Shirts for Teens

Teens can go back to school in style by creating cool shirts with their own designs on them!  A fun […]

Rock Monster Magnets

Make these cute rock monster magnets using pebbles, paints and imagination! A fun way to display those little beach treasures.

Frozen Yogurt Discs

A healthy snack made from yogurt and fresh fruit! Kids of all ages can help whip up this cool, tasty […]

Plush Olympic Torch and Medal

Whether you’re celebrating the 2012 Summer Olympics or a competitive backyard Olympics, this torch and medal will add to the […]

Cherry Treats

Celebrate summer and cherry season by making everything cherries – cookies, cake balls, candy, and cupcakes! We’ll show you how […]

Bell Shaker

Treasures from a nature hunt can be turned into neat bell shakers. Collect sticks and acorn caps to make your […]

Kookie Creatures

With this creative project, kids dream up a kookie creature, write a biography about it, draw it on paper, construct […]

Beach Wreath

Turn a dollar store pool noodle into a pretty wreath. An easy craft for kids to help with, change the […]

Mini Sand Cake Sea Creatures

Using cake pop filling and sand molds create these adorable mini sand sea creatures. Fit perfectly into a summertime beach […]

In-the-Swim Beach Pail

Take this bright and cheery pail to the beach to hold all of the beach treasures that are found. Could […]

10-Minute Knotted Bracelet

Use twine and seed beads to create a simple summery bracelet. A fun slumber party or weekend craft project for […]