Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Leprechaun Hat Cupcakes

These adorable leprechaun hat cupcakes are baked in an ice cream cone. They look complicated, but they are easy enough […]

Clothespin Giraffe

This giraffe stands up on its own thanks to sturdy clothespin legs. It’s such a fun project for kids to […]

Cereal Rainbow

This fun cereal rainbow is easy to make and helps kids learn sorting and colors! Great for a general springtime […]

Carrots in the Garden

This paper plate carrot craft is a great gardening craft for kids to make this spring. After making it, plant […]

Oz-Inspired Hot Air Balloons

These beautiful Oz-inspired hot air balloons are made with old light bulbs. This trash-to-treasure craft is perfect for a bedroom […]

Green Egg Cookies

Celebrate Dr. Seuss with this sweet treat: cookies that look like green eggs. Fun, easy, and tasty!

Paper Four Leaf Clovers

Use a heart punch to create dozens of lucky four leaf clovers. This makes a beautiful display for St. Patrick’s […]

Wookie Birdhouse

Help your Star Wars fan turn an empty milk or juice carton into a cute Wookie Birdhouse. It’s a great […]

Car-Themed Valentine Box

Skip the frilly Valentine’s Day decorations and make a car-themed Valentine’s Day box. This project starts with a recycled cardboard […]

Neon Cupcakes

Make easy and eye-catching neon cupcake toppers using fondant with this fun tutorial. Learn the secret for making the patterns […]

Paper Mache Boat

These whimsical boats are made from paper mache and fabric. They’re a fun project to do together as a family. 

Quick Heart Cards

Make these quick and easy valentines for the ones that you love. They’re based on positive and negative space.

Edible Tea Cups

Invite your stuffed animals and dolls to a spring tea party, complete with sweet treats! These adorable edible teacups are […]

Scissor Practice Valentines

These pretty valentines give little ones lots of practice with scissors, and are still fun for older kids. They’re inexpensive since […]

Enchilada Hearts

Valentine’s Day foods don’t have to be full of sugar! These heart-shaped chicken enchiladas make an excellent main course for […]

Glove Finger Puppets

Make adorable finger puppets using the fingers from mismatched or outgrown gloves. This is a great project for kids, with […]

Football Mason Jars

Wow your guests with a bunch of football mason jars. These cute football-themed party ideas are great to use as […]

Pile of Hearts Doodle

Doodle a pile of hearts, then turn it into a colorful piece of artwork. Anything goes with this easy project!

Water Bottle Penguin

Turn an old water bottle and a few other household materials into an eco-friendly penguin. It’s a fun craft for […]

Winter Olympics Sudoku Game

Familiarize your child with some of the sports of the Winter Olympics with a simple hands-on Winter Sport Sudoku game. […]

Swirly Yarn Hearts

Learn how to use yarn to make a beautiful valentine heart of swirls to display in a window. Be sure […]

Fried Taco Footballs

Everyone will cheer when you serve Fried Taco Footballs while tailgating or homegating. They’re delicious and fun to make!

Olympic Ski Jump Craft

This construction paper ski jump craft is a lot of fun to make. It’s a fun project for winter, particularly […]

Puppy Love Cupcakes

Tell someone “I woof you!” with a Puppy Love Cupcake this Valentine’s Day. They’re so much fun to make and share.

Tooth Cupcakes

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month – play up the message by serving tooth cupcakes (along with a new […]

Pretzel Log Cabin

President’s Day is a great time to learn about our forefathers of the United States. This craft not only teaches […]

Painted Newspaper Tiger

This painted newspaper tiger is fun for Chinese New Year, a Cub Scout meeting, or an animal-themed party. It’s inexpensive […]

Buttercream Rose Cookies

Use a simple piping technique to make these pretty Buttercream Rose Cookies. They’re wonderful for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Teacher […]

Doily Flowers

These pretty little flowers are made from paper doilies and pink cardstock. Change the colors of the paper to coordinate […]

Conversation Heart Soaps

Dip felt hearts into glycerin soap to make these cute Valentine’s Day soaps. Stash a few in a backpack or […]

Buckeye Bears

These adorable bears are made of milk chocolate with a peanut butter fudge filling. They’re delicious, fun to make, and […]

Paper Plate Olympic Rings

Turn five paper plates into a wall decoration that is perfect for an Olympics-themed party or event. It’s easy to […]

Happy Tooth/Sad Tooth

February is Dental Health Month. Using pictures cut from magazines, this happy tooth/sad tooth activity teaches children about the food […]

Styrofoam Love Bug

Give these little love bugs to all of your favorite valentines this year. His cute little face is sure to […]

Wild for You, Valentine

Kids will go wild over these fun animal-themed, candy free valentines. The printable includes Valentine’s Day messages featuring a camel, […]

Cardboard Tube Ninja Turtles

Looking for a fun Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle craft to do with your kids? Check out this super easy toilet […]

Chalkboard Valentines

Write a sweet message to your favorite valentine on these chalkboard hearts. Using chalkboard paint, cardboard and pages from an […]

Semi-Secret Valentine

This fun Valentine’s Day craft features a scrambled message for your loved one to decode. Will they or won’t they […]

Valentine Crown

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these adorable paper heart crowns. Patterned to look like candy conversation hearts, your “sweets” will look […]

Teddy Bear Pops

These adorable chocolate and peanut butter teddy bear pops are a fun treat for any occasion! You’ll never guess the […]

Dragonfly Valentines

These cute licorice dragonflies are a great valentine for kids to make and give to classmates. They’re quick, easy, and […]

No-Sew Fabric Scrap Frames

Use up all those small fabric scraps from previous projects by creating your own colorful picture frames. Kids will love […]

M&M Candy Giraffe

Use construction paper and M&Ms to create a cool giraffe placemat and party favor. Kids can make their own placemats […]

Be Mine Valentine’s Sign

Create a cute wooden Valentine’s Day sign to display in February. Make it as is, change the sentiment, or switch […]

Cereal Box Valentine Holder

Recycle cereal boxes into fun and festive valentine holders. It’s a fun weekend or classroom project, just in time for […]

Polar Bear Art

Create a beautiful winter scene featuring a polar bear. This project uses a variety of fun techniques and surprising materials.

Hershey Kiss Roses Bouquet

Make a beautiful bouquet of rosebuds using Hershey kisses. This basket makes a wonderful Valentine’s Day gift for someone special.

Mickey Cookie Gift Bag

Decorate a gift bag with Mickey as a cookie, then fill it with Disney goodies. Any fan will love it!

Monkey Cupcakes

These “I’m Bananas About You” cupcakes are topped with Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Monkeys and wrapped in printable cupcake wrappers. […]