Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Beach Coloring Page

Celebrate summer with this beach themed coloring page. Afterwards, you can cut out the shapes and use them to make […]

Dried Paint Coaster

This project is truly trash-to-treasure since it starts with dried acrylic paint! Add a plastic lid and some Mod Podge […]

Watermelon Ice Cream Cones

Summer is the perfect time for watermelon, whether it’s the fresh fruit or this frozen treat that looks like a […]

Make Marshmallow Animals

Use sand molds and store bought marshmallows to create this adorable goldfish. It’s great for a pool party or trip […]

Lightsaber Bubbles

Make these easy party favors with bubbles and duct tape. They’re the perfect addition to a Star Wars birthday party.

Patriotic Photo Frame

This Patriotic Photo Frame is ideal for any patriotic holiday.  It also makes a wonderful gift for a service person.

Watermelon Pancakes

Make these fun watermelon pancakes with your kids. The tutorial includes a simple pancake recipe that the whole family will […]

Starfish Cookies

Candy eyes and sprinkles make these starfish cookies super-easy to decorate. Serve them nestled in edible “sand.”

Edible Cupcake Wrapper Waves

Decorate ocean themed cupcakes using edible cupcake wrapper waves made from modeling chocolate. They add so much to this simple […]

Popsicle Stick Puzzle Craft

Use old magazines and popsicle sticks to make your own puzzles. Keep them in your bag for quiet, independent play […]

Cardboard Tube Sand Castle

Turn empty cardboard tubes and some sand into a fun sand castle. This is a great activity for a beach […]

Narwhal Headband

Use the template to make your own narwhal headband for pretend play. Just print, color, cut out, and wear!

California Bear Flag Coaster

Create a craft stick coaster featuring the state flag of California. The project is easy to adapt for other states’ […]

Sparkly 49ers Sign

Show off your favorite sports team with a glittery, shimmering sign. It makes a great gift for a sports fan.

Cardboard Tube Shark

Turn a cardboard tube into a jumping shark. This easy craft can be made as friendly or scary as you […]

School of Fish Sherbet

This school of fish dessert is made from scoops of sherbet and candy toppings. It’s a fun treat for a […]

Felt Hamburger

Have fun making an adorable googly-eyed hamburger that’s full of personality! I used felt, but craft foam or construction paper […]

Patriotic Painted Rocks

Create your own set of stackable patriotic painted rocks to display in your garden all year round. Such a fun […]

Travel Sized Baseball Game

Use a recycled candy or mint tin, paper, wood circles and magnets to create this fun baseball travel game for […]

Goldfish Bowl Night Light

Transform a dollar store vase and tissue paper into a cool night light for your room. No special tools or […]

Uncle Sam Windsock

Fly Uncle Sam proudly with this easy craft. It starts with printables and is fun to make for any patriotic […]

Chocolate Beach Pails

These adorable mini chocolate pails are completely edible! They’re filled with candy sand and homemade chocolate shells.

Balloon ‘Celebrate’ Card

Celebrate a birthday, graduation, or any other event with a homemade balloon card. It is really easy to do and […]

Mini Apple Magnets

These sweet little apple magnets are easy to make. They’re a wonderful gift to give a special teacher or use […]

Paper Lemonade

Craft up some lemonade this summer using paper, paint, and straws. Reward the kids with fresh lemonade for a job […]

Paper Plate UFO

Kids will love making this flying saucer from paper plates and craft jewels! This would be great hanging from the […]

Ladybug Appetizers

Make these adorable ladybugs as a party appetizer or fun after-school snack. They’re as tasty as they are cute! Great […]

4th of July Coloring Pages

These cute Gnome 4th of July Coloring Pages coloring pages are great independent activities. Print them out for the home […]

Pipe Cleaner Cake Sun Catcher

Make a cake sun catcher using pipe cleaners and tissue paper. It’s so pretty and fun for a birthday celebration.

Cardboard Tube Coiled Snakes

These cute little snakes are made from cardboard tubes. Be realistic or creative with the colors and patterns you choose!

Origami Baseball Jersey

Learn how easy it is to turn a plain piece of paper into an origami baseball jersey. Then decorate it […]

Lego Cookies

Lego-mania is running wild – so to celebrate we’ve created these fun Lego cookies. A super cool treat/favor for a […]

Cardboard Tube Dorothy Gale

Learn how to turn an empty cardboard tube into Dorothy Gale from the Wizard of Oz. There are instructions to […]

Paper Plate Gumball Machine

Make a cute gumball machine craft with a paper plate, a plastic plate, and pom poms. Use the provided template […]

Cardboard Tube Opossum

Do you know the difference between an opossum and a possum? Find out and make this cute cardboard tube opossum.

Papercraft Jellyfish

Make adorable jellyfish with this easy project. It’s a fun project for summer or anytime. 

I Love Cats Photo Frame

Any cat lover will adore this feline-themed picture frame. It’s easy to make and a great way to show how […]

Tie Dye Donuts

You won’t believe how easy it is to make these gorgeous 70’s-inspired donuts! Follow the simple directions to decorate store-bought […]

Ruler Frame

Make a fun frame out of school rulers! It makes a great gift for a special teacher or a graduate, […]

Watermelon Waffles

With summer right around the corner, these pink and green watermelon waffles are such fun to make and to eat. […]

Cat Painted Rock

Paint a quintet of cats on a rock. Half the fun is deciding on their personalities!

Stained Glass Cross Cookies

Create gorgeous painted cross cookies inspired by stained glass. This treat is décor, dessert, and entertainment all in one!

Homemade Sidewalk Chalk

If you’re looking for a fun and creative activity to do with your kids, why not make your own sidewalk […]

Cardboard Tube Flower Bouquet

  It’s hard to believe this beautiful bouquet of flowers started as empty cardboard tubes! The tutorial has simple instructions to […]

Paper Bag Lion Puppet

Follow the easy instructions to make a cute paper bag lion puppet. For a really simple option, print out the […]