Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Denim Fabric Baskets

Recycle a favorite pair of old jeans into handy little baskets. This is a great sewing project for teenagers to […]

Friendly Flower Pot Spiders

These friendly spiders are made with empty flower pots. They’re perfect for Halloween or to accompany a rousing Itsy Bitsy […]

Paper Mache Patchwork Turtle

This cute little turtle is made using cardboard tubes, paper mache, fabric and Mod Podge. It’s a fun project for […]

Painted Wooden Pumpkin

Create a rustic wood pumpkin to display throughout the fall. This easy woodworking project requires only basic tools and minimal […]

Rice Krispie Treat Monsters

These adorable monsters start with store-bought rice krispie treats. They’re so easy and lots of fun to make.

Homemade Bird Feeder

Don’t throw away those empty cardboard tubes! Turn them into homemade bird feeders. It’s simple to do and is a […]

V is for Vulture Craft

Learn more about vultures (and how they differ – or don’t! – from buzzards) with this cute craft. Make yours […]

Paper Plate Hedgehog

Turn a paper plate and dried leaves into the cutest hedgehog ever. This is a great craft to do after […]

Decorated Donuts

Use candies, nuts, dried fruit, and other edible items to give donuts tons of personality! Each decorated donut is as […]

Reusable Sandwich Bags

Learn how sew reusable sandwich bags and do your part to eliminate the single-use plastic bags. Make a bunch and […]

Candy Apple Treats

These cute apple treats are budget friendly and super easy to make. They’re fun as back-to-school party favors or to […]

Paper Plate Owl

Turn a plain paper plate into an adorable owl. This is a fun and easy project for kids of all […]

Homemade Bath Bombs

Homemade bath bombs are fun and easy to make, with options like dried flowers or herbs, essential oils, and colors […]

A Football Lunch

Help kick off the football season with a fun football lunch! This tasty lunch is sure to delight any football […]

Silly Craft Stick Scarecrows

Gather your craft sticks, craft foam and other supplies to make these cute little silly scarecrows. This is a fun […]

Marshmallow Pumpkins

Celebrate fall with sweet pumpkin treats made from marshmallows and colored sugar. They are so easy to do. 

Apple Garland

Even the youngest of crafters can help create these cute contact paper apples. Put them together to make a pretty […]

Pencil Cookies

Get your kids into the kitchen to help them make these pencil cookies for back to school! These tasty cookies, […]

Halloween Treat Cups

Celebrate Halloween with Frankenstein, Jack O’Lanterns, monsters, and eyes peeking out from the dark! These fun treat cups are a […]

Sewn Paper Footballs

This fun football craft gives little hands lots of fine motor practice as they sew with yarn. Give it a […]

Fuzzy Monster

This monster project is a great craft to make with construction paper and shredded colored paper. Monsters are great for […]

Newspaper Hat

It’s easy and inexpensive to make your own hat using newspaper. Decorate it with paint, ribbon, faux flowers, pipe cleaners, […]

Footprint Unicorn

Trace your foot (or your shoe) and turn it into a colorful unicorn! This easy activity is a wonderful way […]

Fall Scavenger Hunt

Help your kids to appreciate the beauty of fall with this free printable fall scavenger hunt. It’s a wonderful way […]

School Art Display

Transform a pants hanger into a cute school-themed display for your child’s masterpieces. This easy project is a great way […]

“Art Rocks” Guitars

If you believe that “Art Rocks!” then try this awesome guitar project. There’s so much room for creativity as children […]

Sunflower Mason Jar Centerpieces

Fill mason jar centerpieces with fresh sunflowers for a beautiful summer or fall celebration. These pretty jars are decorated with […]

Fall Leaf Cookies

These beautiful cookies are made using only one size of decorating tip! This is a wonderful project for children to […]

Paper Plate Sperm Whale

This paper plate sperm whale project features a fun dimensional element. Wiggle the plate and the whale appears to be […]

Fall Crafts and Recipes

Ah, glorious fall! The colors of autumn are so gorgeous, aren’t they? Beautiful leaves, the harvest of summer’s bounty, scarecrows, […]

Candy Apple Quickies

Welcome fall with these colorful chocolate candy apples. They’re easy to make, with lots of room for creativity, and taste […]

Monster Gift Box

This cute monster-themed gift box is made from a cardboard tube. It is just the right size for holding small […]

Popsicle Stick Crows

Crows are often associated with fall and Halloween. These popsicle stick crows are a fun seasonal project for kids of […]

Michigan Love Mitten Ornament

Show your Michigan love with this cute ornament idea. The tutorial includes instructions for the felt version shown, or for […]

Mason Jar Solar Light

If you’re looking for a fun and easy way to dress up your outdoor space, make some mason jar solar […]

Melting Rainbow Cake

Make a beautiful and colorful “melting” rainbow cake that’s perfect for any celebration.  It’s so fun and easy to do!

Dachshund Cupcakes

Have a bow wow wonderful good time eating these delicious chocolate dachshund cupcakes. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for dessert […]

Marbled Pottery Painting

This is a new take on the “drip-painting” trend. Let the kids get involved and the result is a gorgeous, […]

Craft Stick Watermelon

Watermelon and summertime go hand in hand. Here’s a cute summertime watermelon-themed sign you and your kids will love!

Oobleck

Keep the kids entertained and learning with Oobleck. It is like slime, but it’s both a solid and a liquid. […]

Easy Dragonfly Craft

This easy dragonfly bug craft is perfect for even the youngest of crafters. It’s simple, and kids will love flying […]

Ladybug Tic Tac Toe

Turn a few medium sized rocks and a wooden tray into an adorable ladybug tic tac toe game. It’s easy […]

Watermelon Self Portrait

Create a summer-themed watermelon self portrait using construction paper. Personalize your hair and skin tone, match your hair style, add […]

Paper Bag Scarecrow

Celebrate fall by making this friendly scarecrow. Start with a paper bag and then let your creativity go wild!

Sunflower Kissing Balls

Create beautiful decorations in minutes using faux flowers and a surprising piece of sports equipment! Choose different flowers to fit […]

Rapunzel’s Tower

Raid the recycling bin to create this fabulous tower for that beloved princess, Rapunzel. It will be a hit with […]

Faux Salad Craft

This faux salad is made from a paper plate, tissue paper, and construction paper and almost looks good enough to […]

Cardboard Tube Air Fresheners

Turn empty cardboard tubes into air fresheners that can be used in any room of the house. This simple project […]

Tie-Dye Cookies

Easily transform store-bought cookie dough into colorful “tie-dye” treats! Customize the colors for a holiday, use your school colors, or […]

Jungle Animal Pretzels

Learn how to transform chocolate dipped pretzels into a jungle full of animals! There are seven adorable and tasty designs […]

Bouquet of Fingerprint Flowers

Fingerprint crafts make wonderful keepsakes, and they make beautiful decorations as well! Create a bouquet of colorful fingerprint flowers for […]

Monster Brownies

Make adorable monsters using brownies, frosting, cereal, pretzels, and your own creativity. This is an activity kids of all ages […]

Creepy Caricatures

Totally unique and easy to make, these dimensional papier mache portraits add a touch of whimsy to your house. What […]

Death Star Cake

Star Wars Movie fans will go nuts over this chocolate Death Star cake! Chocolate cake filled with chocolate ganache – […]