Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Burlap Heart Hanger

You can make this sweet smelling heart for mom or any other special gal you know. Fun for Mother’s Day […]

Homemade Magic Wand

Make a homemade magic wand for a costume or pretend play. It only takes 5 minutes and uses materials you […]

Cupcake Hair Clip

Use ribbon to make an adorable cupcake-themed hair clip. This would be fun to wear to a birthday party or […]

Robot Stitching Template

Use the printable to stitch a darling robot on notecards, a pillow or anything else. This is an easy hand-sewing […]

Scented Jar Candle

I’ll show you how to make a strong scented Love Spell soy jar candle in this step by step guide. […]

Fingerprint Balloons

This simple and fun kid’s fingerprint craft uses acrylic paints and picture of a bike to create a huge and […]

Garden Plant Markers

Make these cute garden plant markers out of clay pots using frog tape and markers. A fun project that the […]

Juice Carton Bird Feeder

Make your own upcycled juice carton birdhouse with a twig perch with this step by step guide. Fill it with […]

Strawberry Necklace

This cute strawberry started as a peach pit! Simply add paint, some craft foam and a cord to make a […]

Punctuation File Folder Game

Help your kiddos practice punctuation in a fun way with this car themed file folder game. Great for playing again […]

Watercolor Daddy Sign

Transform your child’s mountain of surplus paintings into a beautiful and meaningful Father’s Day gift. Use the provided templates or […]

Rainy Day Watercolor

Here’s a fun watercolor project to go with the April Showers you might be having… or wish you were having! […]

Hula Hoop Hideout

Transform a hula hoop and an old sheet into a Hula Hoop Hideout. The kids will love playing, crafting, snacking, […]

Handprint Bird Card

This adorable bird card is quick, easy, and fun to make. It’s perfect for Mother’s Day or any occasion. Would […]

Bathtub Paint

To jazz up bath time a bit, try homemade bath paint. Unlike some store-bought bath paints, these wash away easily […]

Father’s Day Gift Tags

Dad’s will love these cute gift tags drawn to look just like them, and several other cute gift ideas are […]

Animal Bean Bags

Use the free printable pattern to make your own adorable animal bean bags. Kids will find the elephant, pig, and […]

Candy Bouquet

This Lindor and Raffaello candy bouquet makes a delicious gift for Mother’s Day. Follow the full step by step tutorial […]

Paper Chains

Making paper chains from construction paper is a fun and educational craft activity to do with young children, who can […]

Paper Clip Bracelet

Make a bracelet out of paper clips and junk mail. A fun and wearable recycling project. Great for teenagers and […]

Puffy Paint Jewelry

Use puffy paint to make a variety of wearable art, including bracelets, wristbands and headbands. Any shape, color or design […]

Inspiration Collage

Create an inspiration board from completely recycled items, make it themed or just do random things that inspire you without […]

Yarn Octopus

A slightly different spin on the traditional braided yarn octopus.Try this cute project with or for your kids, they will […]

Homemade Tea Soap

Teens and preteens will love making their own soap or a gift for mom with this step by step guide. […]

Smelly Game

Repurpose baby food jars to hold scent-soaked cotton balls for this smelly game! Using their sense of smell, kids match […]

Crystal Crown

Turn plastic soda pop bottles and glitter glue into glistening crowns. Design your own crown or follow the template. Your […]

Easy Molded Soap

Learn how to make your own scented, natural, vegan avocado & cucumber melt and pour soaps at home with this […]

Thumbprint Bees & Flowers

Construction paper and paint are all you will need to make buzzing bees & colorful flowers with their thumbprints! A […]

Printable Kid’s Chore Cards

These fun printable chore cards will help involve your kids in cleaning the home. A great way to teach responsibility […]

Pattern Owls

Use colorful scrapbook papers to make adorable patterned owls. Provide tracers or have the kids create their own shapes.

Paper Bag Nest

Repurpose a paper bag to make a cute bird nest this spring. After the season passes, recycle the nest and […]

Duct Tape Belt

Duct tape comes in such cute and fun prints now. It only takes a few minutes to turn your favorite […]

Coffee Filter Umbrellas

Make cute umbrellas using coffee filters and markers. They’re simple, not very time consuming, inexpensive, and not very messy- the […]

Home Made Peanut Butter

It’s so easy to make home made peanut butter. Your little helpers will have fun making this and then enjoying […]

Doc McStuffin Printables

Lots of Doc McStuffin ideas including cupcakes and other goodies, and some free party printables as well!

Crustless Veggie Mini Quiches

Welcome in spring with these mini veggie quiches, perfect for a light spring breakfast or snack. Just the right size […]

Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cakes

Enjoy seasonal spring strawberries with this 5-minute Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake! Little hands can help mix together the simple ingredients […]

Cardboard Box Toys

Turn your old cardboard boxes into a fun car and gas pump, perfect for hours of pretend play. There are […]

Bird’s Nest Material Feeder

Stop throwing out tiny fabric scraps- give them to the birds so they can decorate their nests. This project is […]

Duct Tape Watermelon Magnets

These fun watermelon magnets are made with duct tape, magnets, and a black Sharpie. These are so easy and fun […]

Story Jars

Make these fun story jars to expand your child’s imagination, plus some other fun ideas. A great way to engage […]

Dinosaur Excavation

This post has several fun hands-on kids’ activities, including this dinosaur excavation. After your dinosaurs have been frozen, your child […]

Crochet 101

Teach your children to crochet with this very basic, step-by-step tutorial series. Large, clear photos and accompanying videos make it […]

Tissue Paper Cherry Blossoms

The perfect Spring craft project to share with your child. You start by taking a nature walk together, then share […]

Captain America Shield

Use felt and a hamper lid to create this Captain America Shield. Your little boy will love pretending to be […]

Egg Alphabet Matching

Upcycle your leftover plastic eggs into a cool alphabet matching game! Challenge your preschooler to match upper case and lower […]

Breadstick Snail

Breadstick dough is seasoned with pesto then rolled up to look like a snail. Serve them as a snack or […]

Dip Dye Pillow Covers

Add color to your cushion cover by dip dying them! It’s fun and easy to make and a great project […]

Perry the Platypus Tote Bag

Learn how to create this adorable ruffled Perry the Platypus tote bag using the freezer paper stenciling technique.

Spring Classroom Display

Make a wonderful spring display with your students! Swallows in their colorful nests, a caterpillar, butterflies and flowers make a […]

Pirate Treasure Maps

Don’t throw out that torn paper bag – turn it into a fun pirate treasure map! This is fun for […]

Hanger Balance

Turn a clothes hanger, some yarn, and two cups into a quick and easy balance. Younger children can compare the […]

Thumbprint Ladybugs

Make colorful ladybugs with your child’s thumbprints! A fun craft or art project for the kids, and a great way […]

Make Your Own Sponge Blocks

Use a pair of scissors to cut ordinary dry household sponges into interesting shapes. Kids will love building with these. […]