Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Rainbow Yarn Art

Learn how to make a paper plate loom for this rainbow yarn art project. If children know how to tie […]

Nutter Butter Acorns

These simple acorn cookies made with Nutter Butter cookies, chocolate, sprinkles and pretzels. Kids will really love making (and eating!) […]

Paper Plate Tree Frog

Turn a paper plate and pipe cleaners into an adorable tree frog! This easy project can be adapted for whatever […]

Cake Pop Corn Dogs

Create cake ball “hot dogs’ and dip them in peanut butter chips to make a fun treat for summer. Great […]

Scarecrow Cheeseball

Kids will love making this adorable edible scarecrow this fall. It’s fun for a harvest festival or any fall gathering. 

Popcorn Cupcakes

These adorable popcorn cupcakes are surprisingly easy to make. They’re the perfect treat for a movie-themed party or event!

Stained Glass Kite

Hang stained glass kites in the window to let the sun shine through them. Melt crayons in between wax paper […]

Tooth Fairy Pillow

The Tooth Fairy doesn’t like searching for teeth, and with this special tooth pillow, she won’t have to! This simple […]

Craft Stick Photo Frame

Use craft sticks and thin cardboard to make a fabulous frame for a special photo. This is a great gift […]

Recycled Bug Magnets

These bottle cap and cotton ball insects look so cheerful stuck to the fridge! The tutorial shows how to make a […]

Homemade Rock Candy

The kids will have fun joining you in the kitchen to make this old-timey treat! It’s cooking and science in […]

Watermelon Crafts and Recipes

Watermelon is a summertime favorite with kids and adults alike and shows up on just about every picnic table in […]

Daisy Pastries

Transform homemade pop tarts into a beautiful daisy. This is a wonderful treat for all sorts of celebrations. 

Mother Nature Collage

Send the kids out into the back yard or take them on a hiking trip to find some of nature’s […]

Ponytail Ribbons

Add some sparkle to a plain jane ponytail using ribbons from your craft closet! Simple instructions to follow. Make adorable […]

Flower Prints

This fun nature craft will help your children preserve those pretty flowers they love to pick. With some light colored […]

Cardboard Tube Scarecrow

This cute scarecrow is made from recycled materials. It’s a great project for fall and has so much room for […]

Construction Paper Anchor

This easy anchor craft makes a fun decoration for a pirate themed party. Or, use it as a countdown to […]

Apple Shaped Cupcakes

These apple cupcakes are a breeze to make and look so cute. They’re a great way to celebrate the start […]

Desk Organizer Caddy

Organize your desk, work space, or art area with this practical desk organizer made from recycled materials. It’s easy to […]

Watermelon Felt Coaster

Even sewing beginners can make this cute watermelon coaster. Use it to serve cold beverages or desserts on a hot […]

Minion Weebles

Turn Kindersurprise capsules into adorable Minion Weebles! It’s so easy to do and only takes a few minutes.

Crochet Sandals

Grab some yarn and make comfy light crochet sandals. They are perfect for warm days when you would rather not […]

Pink Fuzzy Slipper Cookies

Make your own adorable Pink Fuzzy Slipper Cookies! They start with Nutter Butter cookies, then are topped with peanut butter […]

Ladybug Baseball Hat

This cute ladybug hat is really easy to make, using a red hat and some fabric paint. Make one today!

Backyard Fishing

This backyard fishing activity is perfect for a birthday party game or just some everyday summer fun! It’s a great […]

Printing on Tissue Paper

Printing on tissue paper is a fun activity and results in some gorgeous paper that you can then use for […]

Mini Space Shuttle Cakes

5..4..3..2..1.. Lift off into the kitchen with your little astronauts to make these tasty space shuttle cakes. A perfect snack […]

Watermelon Lunch

It looks like watermelon, but it’s actually a complete lunch! This fun meal is easy to make and is a […]

Yoda Paper Bag Puppet

Transform a paper bag into an adorable Yoda puppet using construction paper and googly eyes. Then have your own Star […]

Rainbow Spheres

This Rainbow Sphere construction paper craft is fun for kids. The spheres are so colorful and make excellent decorations for any occasion.

Craft Stick Apple

Welcome fall with this cute craft stick apple project. The googly eyes and sparkly pipe cleaner add such a fun […]

Monster Gift Bag

Make friendly, furry, monster gift bags with some craft fur, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners. They’re so much fun to […]

Berry Silly Milkshake

Turn a homemade berry milkshake into a Berry Silly Milkshake! This edible craft will really stretch your creativity.

Tissue Paper Stained Glass

Rescue used tissue paper from gift bags and turn it into gorgeous faux stained glass! It’s an easy project that […]

Pop-Up Paper Peppers

Celebrate the beauty of bell peppers by making pop-up peppers. It’s surprisingly easy to make the peppers pop using strips […]

Mason Jar Photo Frame

Learn how to use frosted glass paint to give new mason jars a vintage look. Then use them as unique […]

Pretty Clay Pens

Learn how to make these cool pens using polymer clay. This is fun and easy for tweens and teens – […]

Cursive Name Bug

Create a one-of-a-kind bug with this quick and easy paper project. Don’t forget to give your bug your name, too!

Lego Cake

Add a cool ice cream cake to your Lego-themed birthday party. Invite the birthday boy or girl into the kitchen […]

Iowa’s American Gothic House

Artist Grant Wood made this house famous with his now-iconic ‘American Gothic’ painting. Try making your own watercolor painting of […]

Lion Cake

This adorable lion cake is easy to make using toddler-friendly foods. Give it a try!

Cardboard Surfboard

This cardboard surfboard is bright, colorful, and ready to ride the pretend waves! This is a simple craft that kids […]

Cardboard Tube Fox

Turn a cardboard tube into a sleeping fox in just a few steps. This simple construction paper craft is inexpensive […]

Beach Terrarium

Capture relaxation in a jar with this simple beach terrarium idea using beach finds and a repurposed glass jar. The […]

Easy Preschool Planet Craft

Pique your child’s interest in science and planets with this easy preschool planet craft. Have fun and make the whole […]

Kiwi Felt Coaster

Practice hand stitching with this easy, kid-friendly felt kiwi coaster. Even beginners will be successful with this cute and functional […]

Cardboard Tube Monsters

Let your creativity go wild using paint and pom poms to transform cardboard tubes into whimsical monsters. Line these guys […]

Beach Ball Pie

Follow the easy steps to decorate a pie to look like a beach ball. This treat is a fun (and […]

Ombre Penny Art

Use the power of science to transform pennies into a variety of shades to create a beautiful piece of art. […]

Paper Asparagus

Play “restaurant” and “grocery store” with adorable faux asparagus. It’s simple to do with just construction paper, scissors, glue, and […]

Fluffy Slime

Fluffy slime is smooth to the touch with a very satisfying, foamy texture that kids love to pull and squeeze. […]

Vegetable Collage Banner

Use scraps of paper, ribbon, and other materials in green, red, orange, and purple to make vegetable collages. Then hang […]

Sugar Wafer Pencil Cookies

Celebrate Back to School with these adorable no-bake pencil wafer treats! They’re really easy to make and a great way […]

Egg Carton Treasure Box

An Egg Carton Treasure Box craft is the perfect way for kids to keep their little treasures organized and safe. […]

Beaded Flower Choker Necklace

Make a unique and colorful beaded flower necklace that you’ll love to show off. Once you learn how to make […]