Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Heart Lariat-Style Necklace

This lariat-style necklace is so beautiful and easy enough for jewelry-making novices. It would make an excellent gift for someone special.

Upcycled Denim Jacket

Jazz up a plain denim jacket with a little Valentine’s Day flair. It’s easy to do with no sewing required.

T-shirt Necklace

Create a fun, brightly-colored necklace  using a soft T-shirt from your closet. Then grab a pair of scissors and get […]

Paper Plate Paddington Bear

Paddington Bear is coming to the big screen! Make a fun craft project with the kids from an ordinary paper […]

String Heart Yarn Cards

Make these pretty string heart yarn cards for Valentine’s Day. It’s easy to do and a great threading activity for […]

Pennywise Play School Set

Create a play area kids will love with a colorful, impressively-sized, easy-to-make-and-store learning center. It’s an inexpensive way to indulge a […]

Disney Autograph Book

Create an easy, inexpensive and super cute autograph book to take on your next trip to a Disney park. The […]

3-D Beaded Rose

This stunning 3-D beaded rose is perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or another special occasion. It is surprisingly simple […]

Stenciled Scarf

Turn a plain scarf into a one-of-akind piece that’s fun to wear. This stenciled scarf is easy, inexpensive and awesome!

Football Bib

Even the youngest fan deserves to be part of the action on game day! It takes just a few minutes […]

Love Letter Necklace

This unique necklace makes a fun gift for Valentine’s Day. Just follow the photos to bend colorful wire into words, then […]

Craft Supply Organizer

Turn a plain wooden crate and empty cans into a fashionable and functional desktop organizer! This inexpensive project will help keep […]

Safety Pin Necklace

This safety pin necklace couldn’t be easier! All you need are seed beads, safety pins and a lot of patience.

Heart Flower Earrings

These pretty flower earrings are made from heart-shaped beads. They’re fun for Valentine’s Day, spring, or any other time of […]

Pony Bead ‘I Love You’

Say ‘I Love You’ to someone special with this pony bead zipper pull. It’s fast and easy to make and […]

Football Ticket Invitations

Kick off a football-themed birthday party or game day party with football ticket invitations! The design looks just like the […]

Crepe Paper Hearts

This simple Valentine’s Day activity is fun for toddlers and preschoolers. It is perfect for their developing motor skills.

Diamond Heart Earrings

These pretty earrings are fun to wear on Valentine’s Day. They’re a good project for beading novices to try.

Clay Snowmen

Use air-dry clay, brads, sticks and felt to make these adorable snowmen. They’re cute as necklaces, magnets, or simply as decoration […]

Fabric-Covered Notebook

Transform a plain notebook into something really special with this fun sewing project. It’s a great way to use scraps and […]

Wooden Sled Toy

Use craft sticks to make an adorable sled toy! This quick project is a lot of fun when you’re stuck […]

Minecraft Valentine Bookmarks

Make these punny Valentine Bookmarks using a printable, Sculpey clay and craft sticks. It’s easy to do and lots of fun.

Craft Stick Card

Use popsicle sticks and paper to make a card for someone special. There are so many possibilities for creativity!

Wire Wrapped Hair Accessory

Create beautiful hair accessories using wire and colorful beads. This is a fun project for girls who are new to […]

Dry Erase Calendar

This dry erase calendar is stylish and reusable! Keep your schedule front and center with cute fabric, printable calendar squares and […]

Snowman Place Setting

This adorable place setting is great fun for a snow day. Encourage the kids to use their creativity to select […]

Geometric Watercolor Postcards

These colorful geometric watercolor postcards are fun and easy to make! Kids will love sending their homemade postcards to family and […]

Beaded XOXO Bracelet

Make a pretty XOXO bracelet for a loved one this Valentine’s Day. It’s easy to do and lots of fun.

Art Panel

This easy craft makes a fun addition to a bedroom, craft room or playroom. Use the same quote or anything […]

Puffy Hearts

Turn an old sweater into adorable puffy hearts! It’s easy to do and is a fun and unique project for Valentine’s […]

Fondant Rose

Making beautiful roses from fondant is surprisingly easy! This method also works well for clay sculpture.

Oil Pastel Butterfly

Use oil pastels to make a cute butterfly. This easy craft is suitable for even the youngest of crafters!

Doll-Sized Cookbook

Make an adorable doll-sized cookbook for your American Girl dolls. So much fun!

Braided Pony Bead Cuff Bracelet

Make a unique braided pony bead bracelet in your favorite colors. You’ll love wearing eye-catching jewelry you made yourself.

Button Heart on Canvas

Button art is so cute and so much fun! Kids will enjoy making and displaying this beautiful button heart this […]

Wire-Wrapped Dragonfly

It only takes a few minutes to make an elegant wire-wrapped dragonfly! It’s beautiful as a gift topper, nestled in […]

Big Birthday Numbers

Celebrate a special birthday with big numbers cut from cardboard and then decorated! This is a fun alternative to making […]

Doll-Sized Fashion Bag

This fashionable purse for your dolls is made of duct tape! It’s so cute and great for pretend play.

Cord Organizer

Organize cords and stay that way with this DIY cord organizer.  It’s an inexpensive and simple way to de-clutter and get in […]

Personalized Umbrella

Give a thoughtful gift to someone special with this sweet personalized umbrella. It’s easy to do and will lift the spirits […]

Personalized Piggy Bank

Turn a plain piggy bank into a simple and sweet personalized gift. It’s easy and inexpensive to do.

Pearl and Seed Bead Bracelet

This beautiful pearl and seed bead bracelet is simple to make and is a great gift for someone special. Customize […]

Decorated Towels

Add a personal touch to plain towels by decorating them with colorful fabrics! This is an easy sewing project for […]

Craft Stick Pen Holder

This pen holder couldn’t be easier to make. All you need are popsicle sticks and an empty cardboard tube.

Oatmeal Cookie Hand Scrub

This wonderful hand scrub is inspired by delicious oatmeal cookies. It’s easy to make and is a great gift.

Pinwheel Party Favors

Turn mini gel pens and patterned paper into cute pinwheel party favors! They add a fun touch to any celebration.

Fabric-Covered Memory Book

Turn an ordinary 3-ring binder into a beautiful fabric-covered memory book. It’s easy to do and makes a great gift.

Cosmetics Bag

Teens with sewing experience will enjoy making this pretty bag to fill with cosmetics. Of course, it isn’t limited only […]

Woven Chain Bracelet

Make a pretty woven chain bracelet using suede cords. It looks great and couldn’t be easier!

Ribbon Lanyards

Use ribbons or even scraps of fabric to make these fun lanyards. They’re perfect for holding keys, school ID, or […]

Crayon Holder

No need to search for crayons when you have this crayon holder! It’s great for taking art supplies to appointments, restaurants […]

Freezer Paper Image Transfer

Use freezer paper to transfer an image or word to pillowcases, t-shirts or other fabric. This is a great project for […]

Circus Cat Stands

Recycle empty containers to make accessories for a circus-themed play set. These are sized for American Girl Dolls.

Treasure Map

This simple project leads to hours of fun and adventure for the kids. It’s easy to adapt the activity for […]

Easy Fabric Tote

This easy sewing project uses two fat quarters of fabric. It’s perfect for beginners and is fun to make.