Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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O is for Ocean

This ocean craft is a fun way to introduce children to the long sound of O. Use the printable templates […]

Avocado Sailboat

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

Paper Plate Stingray

Turn a paper plate and paper bowl into a friendly stingray. It’s easy to do!

Seagull Drawing

Follow the eight simple step-by-step instructions to draw your own seagull. Then take the time to learn more about this […]

Sea Shell Creatures

Turn shells into adorable sea creatures. There are instructions to make the turtle, snail, hermit crab, and clam.

Palm Tree Cookies

Decorate Palm Tree Cookies using modeling chocolate. These dimensional cookies are perfect for a pool party, luau, or beach trip.

Mixed Media Snorkeler

This fun snorkeler is made with paper, paint, craft foam, a straw, and more. It’s a wonderful mixed media project […]

Cardboard Tube Sand Castle

Turn empty cardboard tubes and some sand into a fun sand castle. There’s so much room for creativity with this […]

Glitter Sand Pictures

Bring sand home from a beach trip to make this fun art project. Or bring paper and glue to the […]

Seashell Beach Art

Make this heart design with shells collected during a beach visit. It’s a wonderful way to remember a special trip.

Egg Carton Whale

Make a darling egg carton whale with just a few simple supplies. It’s so easy to do!

Paper Plate Seagull

Turn a paper plate into a seagull with this fun craft. It’s really quick and easy to do.

Sand Clay Handprint Keepsake

Capture a child’s handprint forever with this beautiful beach-inspired keepsake. It’s done with homemade sand clay.

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.

Oyster Cookies and Octopus Pops

Create adorable oyster (or clam) cookies and octopus marshmallow pops for an Under the Sea or beach-themed party. They’re really […]

Disney Moana Origami Candy Bowls

Create origami candy bowls decorated and filled for a Disney Moana-themed party. This easy project requires very few supplies.

Beaded Starfish Earrings

These beautiful starfish earrings are a bit complicated to make, but doable for teens with some beading experience. Wear them […]

Palm Tree Cupcake

These adorable palm tree cupcakes look difficult to make, but they’re surprisingly easy to do. They’re great for a summer […]

Seashell Door Hanging

This beautiful seashell door hanging is a great way to display your favorite shells. It’s a fun project for the […]

Watercolor Island Scene

This island scene is made by painting the individual elements and layering them on the background. It’s a fun twist […]

Felt Ocean Key Chain

This adorable keychain is made of felt and decorated with seed beads. It’s a great project for kids who are […]

Beach-Inspired Anklet

Create a colorful anklet to wear this summer using shaped beads. This project is easy to do and doesn’t take […]

Sandy Shapes Art

Turn any shape into a sandy work of art. This fun activity is actually a low-mess project, thanks to one inexpensive […]

Seashell Frame

Bring the beach home with this easy seashell frame craft. Use it to display a favorite photo from the trip!

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 […]

Finding Dory Gift Wrapping

Gifts are even more fun when the wrapping is part of the theme! Replace the bow on a traditional present […]

Beach-Themed Oreos

Spend the day at the beach or in the kitchen creating beach-themed Oreos! This tasty treat is great fun for […]

Cork Sailboats

Get ready for summer sailing adventure play at home or at the seaside. These adorable little boats are easy to […]