Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Easy Upcycled Minion Costume

This upcycled Minion Halloween costume is so easy to make from old clothing! The legs from old cut-off jeans get […]

Jack O’ Lantern Bath Pouf

Make a cute jack-o-lantern from an inexpensive bath pouf. Kids will love creating this easy Halloween craft.

Vampire Crafts and Recipes

Halloween wouldn’t be complete without Count Dracula. Here at Fun Family Crafts, we’ve gathered several dozen vampire crafts and recipes for […]

Lift-the-Flap Haunted House

This haunted house craft was inspired by lift-the-flap books. It has all sorts of happy Halloween characters that hide beneath […]

Homemade Glycerin Soap

Who knew that making homemade soap was so easy! With just a few simple ingredients, you are on your way […]

Bean Mosaic Coaster

Learn how easy it is to make a functional coaster from beans and a plastic lid. You can create all […]

Pop Culture Pumpkin Stencils

These pumpkin stencils are inspired by beloved pop culture franchises like Clifford the Big Red Dog and Marvel Comics! Just […]

Tiny Yarn Hat

It’s hard to believe these tiny hats start with empty toilet paper tubes! They’re so easy to make and are […]

Zombie Marshmallow Pop

Make these awesome zombie marshmallow pops for your next Halloween party. There are instructions to make a bat, witch and […]

Paper Plate Halloween Wreath

Turn a paper plate into a festive Halloween wreath! Because it’s made of paper, it’s very light and thus easy […]

Halloween Mason Jar Lanterns

Charming monster lanterns cast a warm glow while sitting on a window sill, table, or while lining the walk right […]

Jeans Book Cover

Ditch the paper bag book covers this year and make some out of recycled denim jeans! The pockets make a […]

1,000+ Halloween Crafts & Recipes

Here at Fun Family Crafts, we have been collecting Halloween crafts, recipes, activities, and costume ideas since 2011. We now […]

Beaded Heart Keychain

Create a heart-shaped keychain for someone you love using 2-hole seed beads. This project is best for teens with some […]

Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins

Make beautiful pumpkins using the rings from canning jar lids! The tutorial has three fun ideas.    

Chestnut Pencil Toppers

These cute pencil critters are made from chestnuts, craft foam and toothpicks. There are lots of other ideas for chestnut […]

Witches’ Hats

These whimsical witches’ hats are fun for both kids and adults to make! Give it a try this October.

Wood Halloween Signs

Create Halloween signs with ease using a Cricut. It’s easy to choose whatever messages you want on these wood signs.

Popcorn Bowl Jack-O-Lantern

Turn white chocolate popcorn into an edible bowl, then decorate it to look like a Jack-O-Lantern. Fill it with tasty […]

Funny Faces Painted Jars

Create unique pots for plants using recycled jars. There’s so much room for creativity with this project!

Whoopie Pie Pumpkins

These cute whoopie pies not only taste like pumpkins but look like them too. They make a wonderful treat for […]

Colorful Recycled Denim Beads

Here’s a fun way to recycle the jeans that your kids have outgrown by turning them into fashionable jewelry. Strips […]

Jack O’ Lantern Glasses

Make Halloween even more fun by decorating glasses with jack o lantern faces and then filling them with orange punch. […]

Glittery Foam Monsters

Make cute little monsters using foam, pom poms, and pipe cleaners. Attach magnets to the back to hang them on […]

Library Bag

This tutorial shows how to make your child their very own library bag, a great way to encourage reading! Let […]

Clay Tea Light Holders

These pretty tea light holders are made with clay. It’s easy to do and the finished holders make a lovely gift […]

Paper Plate Pumpkins

Looking for an easy and inexpensive Halloween craft, suitable for all ages? Paper Plate Pumpkins!

Candy Corn Wreath

This candy corn wreath screams fall! It proves that candy corn is not only for a candy dish.

Bean Art Animals

Use beans to create portraits of Poly the Parrot, Dab-Dab the Duck, Plimpton the Ostrich, Chee-Chee the Gorilla, and others […]

Cookie Scarecrows

Celebrate fall with these adorable Scarecrow Cookies! The tutorial uses store-bought oatmeal creme pies, but you can use peanut butter […]

Cardboard Tube Apple Core

Turn cardboard tubes and cupcake liners into these adorable apple cores! It’s a great accompaniment to a study of apples […]

Home Sweet Home Book Stack

Create wooden faux book stack to decorate the house. Use “Home Sweet Home” or any other message, such as “Welcome […]

Scarecrow Crafts for Kids

Scarecrows are a classic fall craft. There are so many possibilities! We’ve gathered over 30 ideas for scarecrow crafts and […]

Candy Corn on the Cob

Make a fun and delicious Halloween treat- Candy Corn on the Cob! This would make a fun centerpiece or a […]

Fall Classroom Tree

This Fall Classroom Tree is perfect for a classroom, daycare or other group. If there are more children than this size tree can […]

Coloring Page Flower Card

Use your completed coloring pages to make eye-catching cards. It’s easy to do and is a great way to get […]

Monster Handprint Puppets

These Halloween handprint puppets are easy and fun to make and kids will love coming up with their own silly […]

Cardboard Tube Book

Toddlers and preschoolers will have fun flipping through this homemade color book. Made from cardboard tubes and printed paper, these […]

Hooded Owl Towel

Whoooo doesn’t loves adorable hooded towels? Make this sweet owl in any color you like for your baby or toddler […]

Pumpkin Baby Bib

Sew an adorable bib for a special baby this Halloween season. This one is a jack-o-lantern, but you could make […]

Music Notes Cookie Platter

This platter of cookies is the perfect dessert for a music-inspired party, recital, or concert. They’re equally fun for whenever […]

Make Believe Salad

Does your child have a play kitchen or enjoy “cooking” along with you in the kitchen? Make a faux salad […]

Acorn Flower Arrangement

Take a family nature walk to gather acorns, then use them to make these pretty acorn flowers. This is the […]

Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes

These mini pumpkin bundt cakes are fun to make and so cute! They’re a perfect fall dessert that the kids […]

Cookie Monster Bark

You’re never too old to love Cookie Monster! This delicious (and adorable!) Cookie Monster Bark is fun for kids of […]

Halloween Friends

Use clay pots to make an adorable werewolf, mummy, witch, and vampire to decorate for Halloween. These festive characters are […]

Egg Carton Flowers

Hot glue, spray paint and step-by-step photos make egg carton flowers inexpensive and easy to do. They are beautiful on […]

Autumn Faun Halloween Costume

This Autumn Faun Halloween costume is unique, inexpensive, and eye-catching. Turn 6 household items into a floral headpiece worthy of […]

Mad Scientist Potion

Bring out the mad scientist in everyone with this fun bubbling brews that kids (and adults!) will love to drink. […]

Halloween Paper Bags

Turn paper bags into adorable monsters for Halloween or a themed party. Encourage the kids to run wild with their […]

Paper Plate Storks

This clever stork is made with paper plates and plastic spoons. The detailed photos make it so easy to replicate.

TV Remote Caddy

This caddy is a convenient way to store remotes, cords, magazines, or whatever else you need. By sewing your own, […]