Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Hanukkah Crafts and Recipes

Make your Hanukkah celebration even more special with homemade crafts and treats! We’ve gathered over 30 great Hanukkah-themed projects for […]

Egg Roll Wrapper Pumpkin Pies

These cute mini pumpkin pies made from egg roll wrappers. They are healthier than pie crust, really easy, and great […]

Cinnamon Stick Ornaments

Decorate your whole house with these quick and easy cinnamon stick Christmas tree ornaments. They also make nice gift toppers. 

Rainbow Turkey

This colorful paper turkey is dressed in a rainbow of colors from magazine clippings. This is a great project to […]

Shrinky Dinks Gift Charms

Make teeny little Shrinky Dinks gift charms to decorate all of your holiday packages. They add such a fun touch […]

Yarn Cornucopia Treat Cup

This Thanksgiving cornucopia treat cup is made with craft foam and yarn. It’s simple and fun and would make a […]

No Mess Finger Paint Leaves

Create beautiful marbled fall leaves with no mess! Kids love this clever way to finger paint and the results are […]

How to Draw Pumpkin Pie

Learn how easy it is to draw a slice of pumpkin pie. Doodle this onto Thanksgiving cards, place cards, or […]

Printable Thanksgiving Mazes

Keep the little ones busy at the kids’ table with these downloadable Thanksgiving Mazes. The set includes 3 mazes: easy, […]

Handprint and Footprint Turkey

This adorable Thanksgiving craft is made from handprints and a footprint. Kids will love this fun turkey project and parents […]

Football Pizza

Kids can help out in the kitchen creating their favorite pizzas for the big game. Top these tasty pizzas with […]

Donut Acorns

If you’re looking for a fun autumn treat, look no further than these sweet donut acorns! Cute and edible, the […]

Cornflake Christmas Tree Cookies

Cornflake Christmas tree cookies are fun, easy to make and yummy! Marshmallows, food coloring and candy turn cereal into crispy […]

Paper Plate Owl

This cute little owl is made from paint and paper plates. Kids will love making their own owls. 

Cardboard Box Mailbox

Turn a recycled cardboard box into a play mailbox that’s ready to hold a lot of mail. It’s great for […]

Thanksgiving Table Centerpiece

Here’s a fun and creative Thanksgiving table centerpiece that spells out a grateful sentiment. This looks great on a mantel, […]

Caramel Apple Fudge Pops

These tiny little treats are filled with fudge, not apples. They’re perfect for fall and people of all ages love […]

Winter Paper Birds

This winter paper bird artwork is made using construction paper, newspaper and finger paint. It’s a fun craft for when […]

Family Handprint Turkey

This wonderful keepsake craft is perfect for Thanksgiving. It not only uses your child’s handprints, but the entire family gets […]

Soft Gingerbread Football Cookies

These football and helmet-shaped cookies are made from soft gingerbread. They’re absolutely delicious and a great addition to any football […]

Cereal Box Turkeys

These cereal box turkeys are easy to make and really cute. What a fun idea for Thanksgiving and a great […]

Cardboard City Buildings

Decorate cardboard boxes with paint and colored tape and you have yourself a fun city! The result is great for […]

Popcorn Box Macaw

Create a popcorn box that looks like a macaw, right down to its tasty candy-covered popcorn feathers. What fun!

Recycled Can Turkey

Recycled Can Turkey Turn an empty vegetable can into a cute turkey for Thanksgiving. Can be used to hold pens […]

Thanksgiving Cookie Bouquet

It’s easy to make a Thanksgiving cookie bouquet that looks spectacular! This makes a wonderful gift for someone special.

Paper Cup Bell

Decorate your house, windows and doors with these pretty Christmas bells. They’re made from paper cups and can also be […]

Caramel Apple in a Jar

A Caramel Apple in a Jar makes a wonderful holiday gift for special teachers, babysitters, friends, or neighbors. They are […]

Thankful Turkey Craft

This adorable Thanksgiving turkey craft is a great way to talk to kids about what they are thankful for and […]

Glass Map Magnets

Learn how to make glass magnets featuring maps of places you’ve traveled (or dream of visiting someday). You can also […]

Christmas Gift Card Holder

Learn how to make a really easy gift card holder that hangs on the Christmas tree and makes the gift […]

Ice Cream Turkeys

These Cocoa Banana Ice Cream truffle turkeys make a wonderful end to a meal. They’re easy to make, delicious, and […]

Stamped Initial Necklaces

Teens and tweens will love making these easy stamped initial necklaces. Make one for yourself and a bunch more as […]

Paint Chip Peacocks and Turkeys

Use paint chips for feathers to make your own colorful peacocks and turkeys. This simple cardboard tube project is lots […]

Paper Clip Angels

These paperclip angels are quick and easy to make and are wonderful gift toppers. They’re appropriate for Christmas or year-round. 

Advent Crafts for Kids

Advent is a time of preparation that begins four Sundays before Christmas. Many mark this special time of year with […]

Candy Turkey Treats

Make the cutest turkey favors for Thanksgiving. Filled with M&Ms or other candies, these are a hit with kids of […]

T-shirt Painter’s Smock

Turn your old t-shirts into painter’s smocks for the kids to use when they create! This is a great recycling […]

Handprint Thanksgiving Poem

This Thanksgiving Handprint Poem reminds us of the true spirit of the season. You can also create your own leaves […]

Paper Cup Owl

This wise old owl starts with a paper cup. Add feathers and felt to create your own.

Fleece Christmas Wreath

For less than $5, you can make a beautiful Christmas wreath using fleece. If you can tie a knot, you […]

Chocolate Pretzel Turkeys

Gobble up these sweet Chocolate Pretzel Turkeys this November! They’re a fun treat to make with kids.

Galaxy Playdough

Follow this recipe to make your own galaxy playdough. Kids will have a great time adding stars and planets to […]

Toilet Paper Pumpkin

Grab a roll of toilet paper and fabric for a quick Thanksgiving Pumpkin craft. Easy to make and reuse after […]

Clay Leaf Windchime

Gather some leaves from the backyard and then roll out some clay to make this beautiful project. It’s such a […]

Dimensional Dinosaur Fossil

Have some dinosaur fun while making a faux fossil that is itself a piece of art. It’s simple and inexpensive […]

Football Cake Pops

Create football cake pops just in time for kick off! These fun treats make your party even more special.

Turkey Placecards

Make these turkey place cards for your holiday table using corks and feathers. The kids can personalize each one themselves, […]

Glow Dough

Just look at this cool play dough, glowing under a black light. Your toddler, preschooler, or even your teenager will […]

Painted Jars Photo Holders

Create beautiful photo holders using paint swirled in empty glass bottles. These make wonderful gifts for teachers, babysitters, coaches, or […]

Thanksgiving Sock Turkey

Use a sock, some feathers, and a few other supplies to make a cute overstuffed turkey! This adorable decoration will […]

Candy Acorns

Can you believe these adorable acorns are actually sweet treats? You’ll be blown away by how easy they are to […]

Dragon Hooded Towel

Make a dragon hooded towel (or call it a dinosaur if you prefer) for your baby, toddler, preschooler or young […]

Mosaic Cornucopia

Mosaic Cornucopia This cute craft is made from torn pieces of construction paper. Use it to help explain why we […]