Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Draw a Realistic Popsicle

Learn how to draw a realistic popsicle. Use patriotic colors or switch them out to whatever you’d like!

Pineapple Macarons

Turn store-bought macarons into adorable little pineapples! This craft is so easy to do and couldn’t be cuter.

Patriotic Dip

Planning an Independence Day party? This tasty dip will add patriotic flare to your table!

Popsicle Brownies

These cool Popsicle treats taste delicious and they won’t melt! Serve them during your next summertime party.

Tissue Paper Bonfire

Everyone loves a bonfire! Follow the steps to craft one out of tissue paper and other simple materials with your […]

Picnic Cake

This picnic-themed cake is so cute and so much fun. Purchased gummy soda and pizza slices make it super simple […]

Candy Melt Campfire

These edible campfires are a great treat for a Scout event, a camping-themed party, or even to enjoy with warm […]

Hot Air Balloon Lunch

It only takes a few minutes to turn your lunch into a hot air balloon. Meals are so much fun […]

Watermelon Canvas Painting

Paint a watermelon canvas while enjoying a tasty watermelon drink. This easy project is great for the summertime. 

Hello Watermelon Note Cards

Make your own watermelon note cards to send to friends. This easy craft is fun to do and perfect for […]

Yarn Flower Greeting Card

Create a pretty card using yarn and paper scraps. These cards are wonderful for birthdays, Mother’s Day, thank-you’s, or just […]

Mosaic Ice Cream Cone

Use construction paper to make a mosaic ice cream cone. The tutorial includes delicious recipes to make your own homemade […]

Ant Tablecloth Clips

These clever tablecloth clips that look like ants will be your new picnic favorites. Wind won’t ruin your picnic now!

USA Wreath

Recycle cardboard tubes, turning them into pretty patriotic wreaths for Memorial Day. Hang one on the front door or in […]

Paper Ice Cream Cones

Make and decorate super cute paper ice cream cones. Start with construction paper and add mini pom poms, glitter, stickers, […]

Palm Tree Cookies

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

Wheelbarrow Fairy Garden

Building a fairy garden in an old wheelbarrow is simple and so much fun! You can transport this miniature magical […]

Flower Garland

Work together as a family to create a garland of flowers that is simple, decorative, and as cute as can […]

Resin Sun Catchers

Resin sun catchers are simple to make and require minimal supplies. These rainbow mobiles look beautiful anywhere inside or outside […]

Nature Paint Brushes

Create your own paint brushes with natural materials. It’s easy to do and so much fun to explore the different […]

Earth Day Dinner

Celebrate Earth Day with this interesting recipe that portrays our earth. It’s completely edible and kids can help out in […]

Ladybug Magnifying Glass Craft

Get up close and observe the body structures of ladybugs before making this craft. This realistic craft is perfect to […]

Strawberry Surprise Cake

This adorable strawberry cake has a surprise inside… strawberries!  Kids will love making this cake and cutting to reveal the […]

Ketchup and Mustard Push-Up Pops

These look like ketchup and mustard containers, but they are actually tasty sweet treats! Push-up pop containers are filled with […]

Fruit Pizza Strawberry

Check out this fabulous Fruit Pizza Strawberry! Serve it plain or chocolate covered for your springtime or summer party. Yum!

Black Bear Cakes

Use cookies and candies to decorate chocolate snack cakes to look like adorable black bears. This is a cute treat […]

Paper Towel Butterflies

Kids of all ages will love dipping paper towels into colored water to create the spotted wings on paper towel […]

Flower Magnets

These pretty paper flower magnets will brighten the fronts of refrigerators or the insides of school lockers. Make a bunch […]

Edible Spring Arrangement

Create a beautiful spring floral arrangement cut from the juiciest fresh fruit. This healthy, delicious treat makes a wonderful gift […]

Fabric Scrap Rainbow Pillow

Gather up a rainbow’s worth of fabric scraps and turn them into this gorgeous rainbow pillow. This is a fun […]

Egg Carton Flower Bouquets

Make this beautiful egg carton flower bouquet with your kids. It’s a great way to turn recycled objects into art.

Spring Hat

This bright and cheery spring hat is made from a paper bowl and a paper plate! Let your creativity show […]

Grass Caterpillar

Grow a fuzzy grass caterpillar in your garden! This is a wonderful project to introduce kids to the joys of […]

Rainbow Window Hearts

This rainbow window hearts project is easy, fun and beautiful. Wherever you hang it, it’s sure to bring lots of […]

Springtime Chicks

These colorful chicks are as charming as can be! Raid the recycling bin for an egg carton to get started […]

Easy Pipe Cleaner Flowers

Pipe cleaners are fun for kids, easy to work with, and have no mess to clean up. Learn how to […]

School of Paper Plate Fish

Bright, cheery paper plates turn into a school of fish in just a couple of easy steps. Easy enough for […]

Yarn Rainbow

Gather yarn in a rainbow of colors and use it to make this beautiful yarn rainbow for St. Patrick’s day […]

Giant Sunflower

Transform an empty oatmeal container into a huge sunflower! The results are stunning. This is a great project for summer […]

Clam Shell Pumpkin

Turn a clam shell into a pumpkin magnet, perfect for fall! It’s easy to do and works with any size […]

Jellyfish Painting

Watch the Live Jelly Cam and use it for inspiration to paint your own jellyfish scene. It’s relaxing and fun!

Mason Jar Solar Light

If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to dress up your outdoor space, make some mason jar solar […]

Marbled Pottery Painting

This is a new take on the “drip-painting” trend. Let the kids get involved and the result is a gorgeous, […]

Craft Stick Watermelon

Watermelon and summertime go hand in hand. Here’s a cute summertime watermelon-themed sign you and your kids will love!

Easy Dragonfly Craft

This easy dragonfly bug craft is perfect for even the youngest of crafters. It’s simple, and kids will love flying […]

Watermelon Self Portrait

Create a summer-themed watermelon self portrait using construction paper. Personalize your hair and skin tone, match your hair style, add […]

Bouquet of Fingerprint Flowers

Fingerprint crafts make wonderful keepsakes, and they make beautiful decorations as well! Create a bouquet of colorful fingerprint flowers for […]

Cake Pop Corn Dogs

Create cake ball “hot dogs’ and dip them in peanut butter chips to make a fun treat for summer. Great […]

Stained Glass Kite

Hang stained glass kites in the window to let the sun shine through them. Melt crayons in between wax paper […]

Flower Prints

This fun nature craft will help your children preserve those pretty flowers they love to pick. With some light colored […]

Watermelon Felt Coaster

Even sewing beginners can make this cute watermelon coaster. Use it to serve cold beverages or desserts on a hot […]

Crochet Sandals

Grab some yarn and make comfy light crochet sandals. They are perfect for warm days when you would rather not […]

Backyard Fishing

This backyard fishing activity is perfect for a birthday party game or just some everyday summer fun! It’s a great […]

Watermelon Lunch

It looks like watermelon, but it’s actually a complete lunch! This fun meal is easy to make and is a […]

Cardboard Surfboard

This cardboard surfboard is bright, colorful, and ready to ride the pretend waves! This is a simple craft that kids […]