Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Water Bottle Penguin

Turn an old water bottle and a few other household materials into an eco-friendly penguin. It’s a fun craft for […]

Olympic Ski Jump Craft

This construction paper ski jump craft is a lot of fun to make. It’s a fun project for winter, particularly […]

Polar Bear Art

Create a beautiful winter scene featuring a polar bear. This project uses a variety of fun techniques and surprising materials.

Winter Wonderland Art

Paint a beautiful winter scene using white and shades of blue. It’s a wonderful project to do in a classroom […]

Snowflake Mason Jar Vases

Decorate for winter with these pretty snowflake mason jars. Use them as vases to hold evergreen cuttings that will make […]

Penguin Snack Cakes

Turn snack cakes into adorable penguins! These sweet treats make such a cute party favor or special lunchbox treat.

Cork Penguin

An old cork gets a new life as a cute penguin! It’s a fun craft for a cold winter’s day.

Groundhog Play Set

Learn how to make your own groundhog — complete with shadow and burrow! Isn’t it adorable?

Penguin Gift Bag

Turn a black gift bag into the cutest little penguin! It’s so easy to do and makes the present extra […]

Colorful Ice Bowls

Make colorful ice bowls to play with this winter. It’s a simple and fun outdoor winter activity.

Birdseed Snow Angel

Help your kids delight their feathered friends by decorating a snow angel with a mosaic made of birdseed. It’s fun […]

Polar Bear Cookies

These polar bear cookies are easy to make, taste great, and are absolutely adorable! They start with store-bought double cream-filled […]

Polar Bear Pretzel Pops

These white chocolate polar bear pretzel pops are absolutely darling and they taste delicious, too! They’re great for a winter […]

Penguin Printmaking

Create a beautiful winter scene featuring potato print penguins. This is a fun project for even the youngest of children.

Paper Plate Weather Chart

Your little weather watchers can make these weather charts to map out the current weather conditions. Simple enough for their […]

Snowman Thermometer

Snowman Thermometer When the weather is chilly outside, this snowman thermometer is the perfect project for kids stuck indoors. What […]

Snow Globe Snowman

This clever snowman craft features a snow globe belly that’s full of sparkles. Kids will love this fun winter paper […]

Cardboard Tube Star Garland

Use cardboard tubes and any sort of embellishments you like to make this pretty star garland. It’s a wonderful decoration […]

Football Sandwich Cookies

These soft, chewy football cookies are perfect for a team party, Sunday tailgating, a themed birthday, or the big game. […]

Christmas Finger Puppets

These adorable finger puppets are made from chenille stems and pom poms and couldn’t be cuter! The tutorial includes instructions […]

Polar Bear Gift Bag

Turn a plain white lunch bag into an adorable polar bear, perfect for giving a gift to that special someone. […]

Candy Cane Snowmen

Dress up your candy canes as cute little snowmen. This is easy to do and requires minimal supplies, making it […]

Hand Knit Cookies

These gorgeous decorated cookies require some patience, but they are totally worth it! What a fun treat to enjoy on […]

Christmas Mug Shots

Use empty cardboard tubes to create hilarious Christmas mug shots. Imagine all the ways in which Christmas characters might cause some […]

Waterless Snow Globes

Make your own waterless snow globes this winter. You can customize these adorable snow globes with Christmas trees and snowmen […]

Pinecone Snowman

Crafted from pinecones, this cute little snowman is ready to hit the slopes! Make your own today. 

Snowman Banner

Whether or not you have snow where you live, the kids will have a great time making this snowman banner. […]

Penguin Truffles

These chocolate truffles look just like penguins and couldn’t be cuter! The tutorial includes directions for multiple versions of this […]

Reindeer Ribbon Hair Clips

Turn ribbon into the cutest Reindeer Hair Clips! Make one for yourself, then more for friends, teammates, or secret pals. […]

Yarn Hat Ornaments

Turn a cardboard tube and some yarn into adorable mini hat ornaments. Hang them from the Christmas tree or make […]

Cardboard Tube Penguins

When your kids are stuck indoors on a cold winter’s day, make some penguins! This simple craft not only provides […]

Reindeer Pops

The kids will love making these adorable graham cracker sandwich cookies that look just like Rudolph. They’re as tasty as […]

Snow Family Finger Puppets

Snow Family Finger Puppets Recycle a child’s glove to make these adorable finger puppets. A fun winter project for a […]

Eggnog Snowflake Cake

This eggnog-flavored pound cake is shaped like a snowflake. It’s a tasty treat for winter.

Surprise Inside Gift Cookies

These gift cookies are hiding a tasty surprise inside! Kids will love making these and sharing them with friends and […]

Paint Stick Christmas Tree

Make a beautiful Christmas tree wall decoration using paint sticks and printables. Or, substitute craft sticks for the paint sticks […]

Winter Birch Trees

  Create a beautiful winter birch forest using painter’s tape, blue paint, and salt. It’s so simple and the results […]

Penguin Pops

These adorable penguins are actually Chocolate Rice Krispies Treat lollipops! Make them just for fun or for a winter-themed party.

Lollipop Snowman Spoon

Turn a plastic spoon into a charming snowman who is hiding a lollipop surprise! This makes a fun gift topper […]

String Cheese Snowman

So many creative snack ideas for kids involve sugar, so this healthy snack is a wonderful alternative. It’s perfect for […]

Snowman Cupcakes

Make these adorable white chocolate snowman cupcake wrappers for a winter party or just for fun. They couldn’t be cuter!

Faux Boxwood Wreath

Make a faux boxwood wreath for a fraction of the price of a real one. Once you know the technique, […]

Snowman Ball Ornament

Snowman Ball Ornament Here’s an adorable snowman ornament you can make with your kids. Makes a fun homemade gift too! […]

Printable Leaf Place Cards

Bring a natural element to your Thanksgiving table with easy-to-make printable leaf place cards. Type names on a colorful leaf […]

Cinnamon Stick Ornaments

Decorate your whole house with these quick and easy cinnamon stick Christmas tree ornaments. They also make nice gift toppers. 

No Mess Finger Paint Leaves

Create beautiful marbled fall leaves with no mess! Kids love this clever way to finger paint and the results are […]

Donut Acorns

If you’re looking for a fun autumn treat, look no further than these sweet donut acorns! Cute and edible, the […]

Cornflake Christmas Tree Cookies

Cornflake Christmas tree cookies are fun, easy to make and yummy! Marshmallows, food coloring and candy turn cereal into crispy […]

Winter Paper Birds

This winter paper bird artwork is made using construction paper, newspaper and finger paint. It’s a fun craft for when […]

Soft Gingerbread Football Cookies

These football and helmet-shaped cookies are made from soft gingerbread. They’re absolutely delicious and a great addition to any football […]

Thanksgiving Cookie Bouquet

It’s easy to make a Thanksgiving cookie bouquet that looks spectacular! This makes a wonderful gift for someone special.