Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Liquid Fireworks

For most kids, Fourth of July fireworks are a highlight of the holiday. Who doesn’t love those magnificent and exciting […]

Dough & Clay Crafts

The second week of June is National Clay Week. Here at Fun Family Crafts, we combine all of our clay […]

Night Sky Craft

Make this fun paper craft using glue, gold dust and stars. Talk about the night sky and all the stars […]

Invisible Letters and Numbers

Use hot glue to make ‘invisible’ letters and numbers. Add them to a sensory bin for hours of educational play! […]

Neon Ring Toss Game

Make your own game of ring toss with neon paints! Makes it easy to find your game pieces in the […]

Minion Goggles

Turn your movie theater 3D glasses into 3D Minion Goggles with this free printable! Fun to wear in the theater, […]

Fireworks Picnic Cupcakes

Make these charming cupcakes that look like a 4th of July picnic under the fireworks with this tutorial. A fun […]

Homemade Pop Rocks

Pop Rocks candy is tasty and so much fun. Instead of buying it, try making your own at home. Be […]

Plastic Water Bottle Vase

Here’s a fun way to make a self-watering vase from a used plastic, sports-top water bottle. A great way to […]

Upcycled Wire Bracelet

How to make a colorful, braided bangle bracelet from old electronics cables and cords. A brilliant way to recycle those […]

Mickey Mouse Oreo Cupcakes

Make these cute and easy Mickey Mouse Oreo cupcakes for your next party or just anytime! Anyone can make these […]

Waffle Cone Ice Cream Bowls

Homemade edible waffle cone ice cream bowls are simple and delicious. And fast–perfect for last minute 4th of July get-togethers!

Kerigami Canadian Maple Leaf

Use the same technique as you do with snowflakes to make this Maple Leaf. Pattern provided for this Canadian craft […]

Minecraft Sword

If your kids are enthralled with the pixelated world of Minecraft, then they will love this DIY project and free […]

Don’t Eat Sam Game

Here’s a fun game for the kids to play on July 4th. All you have to do is print the […]

Fleece Horseshoes

Make safe, kid-friendly horseshoes out of fleece and let the fun begin! Easy and so cute! A great indoor or […]

Yo-Yo Balloons

Yo-yo balloons are a great outdoor activity for the summer. They are easy and inexpensive to make. They’re perfect for […]

80’s Inspired Painted Tees

Remember the 80’s making these easy graphic painted t-shirts. You can make a shirt in 30 minutes or less (plus […]

Decorated Clipboard

Use tissue paper and Mod Podge to change a plain clipboard into a work of art! These clipboards make a […]

Duct Tape Butterfly

No more grey duct tape. Decorate a teen room with colorful duct tape accessories. Easy and fun to make and […]

Seashell Pencil Holder

Wondering what to do with all of the beautiful seashells your children collect during summer vacation at the beach? Do […]

Toeprint Caterpillar

Take off your shoes and socks and make a toe print caterpillar on a leaf. Instructions complete with printable leaf.

Painted Sun

Make this beautiful sun using tempera paint, a brush and saran wrap! A fun way to spread the colors around […]

Upcycled T-Shirt Headband

If you have old t-shirts that you are about to throw away, you can turn them into fun headbands! It’s […]

Shoebox Monster Room

Use a shoebox, some paper, and some felt to create a “house” for your monster friends! Lots of fun and […]

Hand Printed Clothes

Give your kids some Fabric Dye Sticks and let them design their own fabric to wear! Use on tees, pants, […]

Scrappy Fabric Bowls

Use up some of your fabric scraps and make these fun and easy fabric bowls. A great project for children […]

Library Word Search

Word Searches help keep the minds active over the summer months. Here’s a fun library search that’s great for traveling […]

Mod Melts Jewelry

These adorable Mod Melts hearts are easy to make and decorate. Use them to create fun necklaces, bobby pins, and […]

Patriotic Felt Wreath

Make a fun and festive felt wreath, perfect for July 4th. Although it is quite easy, it is also time-consuming. […]

Happy 4th Straws

Your friends and family will be amazed with these “Happy 4th!” straws that actually work! They look like they took […]

Pringles Can Firecrackers

Repurpose empty Pringles cans to make fun July 4th firecrackers! So festive and each is one of a kind. A […]

Paint Stick Button Flag

Make an adorable flag from paint sticks and buttons. Such a cute project, perfect for July 4th or to show […]

Sifted Flour Lawn Stars

Decorate your lawn or sidewalk with patriotic stars! They’re made from sifted flour, so they’re safe for kids, pets and […]

Patriotic Punch

Have the kids help make some patriotic punch! Not only is it tasty and cute, but it’s a great opportunity […]

Patriotic Brick Centerpiece

This brick flag centerpiece transforms an ordinary building material into a fun and quirky bit of Americana. With its rough […]

Paint Chip Garland

Make a fun and festive patriotic garland using paint chips. Cut stars, then sew them together following the white line […]

Patriotic Tea Lights

Paint mason jars to create a festive set of patriotic tea lights. Younger children can use a stencil while older […]

Aloha BBQ Sliders

Mini burger sliders are perfect for small fingers! Serve them at the kids table this 4th of July.

Fireworks Wreath

Use red, white and blue garland to create a festive patriotic wreath, perfect to greet your July 4th guests. Most […]

Red, Rice and Blue Candle

Make a red, “rice” and blue candle for your Memorial Day or July 4th celebration. It couldn’t be easier. You […]

Firecracker Pops

Have you seen Red, White and Blue Twizzlers? They are so much fun to pull apart and work great in […]

Patriotic Pops

Red, white and blue rice krispies treat pops for 4th of July or other patriotic parties. Fun for the 4th, […]

Crazy Corn Dogs

Make these Crazy Corn Dogs for your 4th of July picnic. Kids will love this curly twist on an all-American […]

Patriotic Easy Berry Shortcakes

Loaded with strawberries, blueberries and sweet whipped cream, this yummy sponge cake dessert makes the perfect patriotic addition to your […]

Packing Box Suitcase

This pretend suitcase is made from an old cardboard packing box and is great for imaginative play. Make more than […]

Patriotic Painted Tee

A quick, fun, easy (and cute) painted flag tee. All you need it a tee, fabric paint, painters tape and […]

DIY Photo Display

Create a special gift for someone special using paint, wood, clothespins, and washi tape. It’s easy to change out the […]

DIY Dog Paw-Ty Invitation

Make your own Dog Paw-Ty Invitation! A cute invitation that’s great for any party, theme or not!

Quilled Notepad Holder

Here’s a fast and simple project the kids can make for Dad. He will love this decorative and functional gift! […]

Homemade Notebook

These little notebooks are quick and easy to make and so fun to personalize. They would be great party favors […]

Paper Cake

Create a beautiful layered ‘cake’ using round paper mache boxes and paper. Makes a wonderful centerpiece. Or. fill the boxes […]

Pool Noodle Ponies

Make charming stick ponies out of ordinary pool noodles. What a fun summertime activity to keep the kids happy and […]

DIY Foam Stamps

Stamping is so much fun and it’s even better when you make your own foam stamps! They’re quick and easy […]

Simple Board Game

Making a simple board game is so easy and lots of fun. Customize your board with your favorite character, hobby, […]