Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Golden Leaf Apples

A fun craft that takes just minutes and looks gorgeous on your Rosh HaShana or fall table.

Scarecrow Sugar Cookies

These scarecrows are a little nutty – they’re cut from an acorn cookie cutter. Whip up a batch of these […]

Pumpkin Softies

These little moody pumpkin softies are absolutely adorable! Pull out the felt, embroidery thread and buttons and make a bunch […]

Glow Stick Lanterns

Isn’t this perfect for Halloween night? I love this idea, even if it is temporary. All you need are glass […]

Wet Felted Flowers

Using wool roving you can make these pretty felted flowers. Step by step tutorial explains the process.

Tissue Paper Indian Corn

These cute earns of Indian corn and made from squished up balls of colorful tissue paper. A great craft for […]

Glitzy Leaf Fan

This fan is pretty enough for a princess and is in the shape of a leaf found in your own […]

Autumnal Table Lanterns

Lanterns made by adding Autumn colored tissue pieces in mosaic style onto clear plastic cups.

Crow and Corn Beanbag Toss

Crow and Corn Beanbag Toss Fall is the perfect time to be outside. The weather is cooler but still comfortable, […]

Pounded Flower Prints

This pretty flower poster is its own reward, but the hammering technique — pounding flowers onto paper — can be […]

Fruit and Veggie Stamp Friends

Fruit and Veggie Stamp Friends Make fun paint stamps out of fall harvest vegetables and fruits! Use carrots, squash, apples, […]

Salt Dough Leaf Magnets

Why not make your own magnets such as these salt dough leaf refrigerator magnets and hang precious artwork and those […]

Felt Apples

  Felt Apples Cover foam balls with felt to make these cute little candy apples, caramel apples and apples from […]

Blob Lights

A fun and safe lighting option for kids. No real flames involved!

Paper Fan Sun

This easy Paper Fan Sun will bring a smile to little faces even on a rainy day.

Freeze Pop Holders

Keep those little hands from getting too cold with this simple project.

Homemade Hula Hoops

How fun is this? Learn how to make your own hula hoops and get busy twirling and turning!

Make a Sit Upon

Anyone who has ever been involved with scouts will remember the classic sit upon! Fun to make and easy enough […]

Rainbow Ice Painting

What a great idea for summer painting fun! Make rainbow ice cubes and get out in the sun for some […]

Summer Pinwheel

A lovely summer craft: Make a summer pinwheel and watch as it turns in the breeze!

Make a Fashion Scarf

This easy-to-make tie will keep you cool whether your at a sports practice/game, amusement parks, or just doing yard work! […]

Cardboard Tube Fish

An adorable fish made from recycled cardboard tubes. Great for an undersea bedroom decoration!

Ribbon Flip Flops

These adorable flip flops are easy to make and fun to customize. use your favorite colors to make your own […]

Bean Bag Toss

Make your own Bean Bag Toss for your next family get together!

Make a Firefly Jar

An adorable glow in the dark project that looks like a jar full of lightning bugs (fireflies).

Plaster Casting with Sand

Creating a mold with wet sand and then casting objects with plaster of paris. A great project for your school […]

Tissue Paper Fall Leaves

Tissue Paper Fall Leaves can be as intricate or as simple as the individual crafter’s ability. Everybody will be happy […]

Personalized Drink Holder

How to sew your own simple wrap around personalized drink holders. Easy Velcro fastening so will fit almost any sized […]

Heart Hug Flowers

Made from construction paper hearts, these flowers are a sweet craft for little ones.

Lemonade Stand for Dolls

Fun and easy lemonade stand made from recycled cardboard. Decorate with leftover or inexpensive party supplies and your dolls will […]

Paper Flower Bouquet

Get your child to make their own flower bouquet by creating colorful flowers with a variety of flower shapes and […]

Groundhog Puppet

Your little one will love making and playing with this cute groundhog puppet

Mini Easel Art

Painting on mini easels is a fun way to bring out the little artist in a child!

Kool-Aid Play Dough

Kool Kids Kool-Dough is made with unsweetened Kool-Aid! A fun sensory experience for children with hours of Kool play!

Painted Fruit Centerpiece

Here’s a fun craft that results in a whimsical centerpiece that’s great for summer entertaining!

Watering Can Craft

Turn an empty milk jug into a fabulous watering can for kids to use in the garden or for outdoor […]

Watermelon Poke Cupcakes

Watermelon recipes remind me of the sweet tastes of summer. Whether it’s for a picnic, birthday or just a family […]

Fabric Painted Tie Dye Shirts

These tie dye shirts are not made with the traditional method. There’s no rubber bands, no hot water, they don’t […]

Camp Postcards

Easy to make, these postcards fit within post office guidelines and are a fun way to communicate from camp. Also […]

Pet Rock Necklace

The best part about these necklaces is each child’s will have its own special personality! Everyone has heard of the […]

Twig Name Plate

Imagine making this name plate and hanging it from the end of your bunk this summer. You’ll be the envy […]

Treehouse Signs

Treehouse Signs Treehouses are so much fun! Make a fun sign to express the treehouse rules. What You Need: Wood […]

Foam Water Bottle Carrier

Making a water bottle holder is a fun way to encourage you to drink more water and get out for […]

Winning Sun Visors

Attention camp counselors and backyard camp parents! Here’s a fun way to show your child’s healthy competitive spirit. Show off […]

Name Plate Can

Whether you are out camping with your family or attending summer camp away from home, here’s a fun project that […]