Fun Family Crafts

Strawberry Shortcake Outfit

This adorable strawberry shortcake outfit is easy to make with basic sewing skills. Follow the step-by-step instructions for a fun […]

Faux Gourmet Sushi

Make a fun set of sushi using material from your grocery packaging. It’s great for hours of pretend play.

Lego Crafts and Recipes

LEGO is a classic toy that has been a favorite for generations of boys and girls! They’ve expanded to video […]

Campfire Marshmallow Cookies

Planning an indoor campout with the kids? This delicious campfire marshmallow cookie is perfect for any camping-themed party!

Cardboard Tube Bulldozer

Gather up a few recycled items from around the house to make your own bulldozer. Follow the easy step-by-step instructions […]

Make a Kaleidoscope

Make your very own kaleidoscope using a recycled cardboard tube, construction paper, see through beads and a few other materials. […]

Twinkie Dessert Dogs

At first glance, you might think that these are just ordinary hot dogs….take a closer look and you will see […]

Construction Paper Shark

Learn how to make a construction paper shark. It’s easy to make it look quite realistic.

Seagull Drawing

Follow the eight simple step-by-step instructions to draw your own seagull. Then take the time to learn more about this […]

Geode Sugar Cookies

Make gorgeous sugar cookies that look like sparkling crystal geodes! The secret is rock candy and fun watercoloring techniques.

Paper Plate Cheshire Cat

Turn a paper plate into the beloved Cheshire Cat! Alice in Wonderland fans will love crafting that distinctive mischievous grin.

Felt Orange Slice Coaster

Practice sewing skills with this easy felt orange slice coaster. After it’s done, follow the recipe to serve up a […]

Paper Plate Venus Flytrap

Venus flytraps are so interesting! Learn more about them, then make this cool paper plate craft together.

Cardboard Rocket

Turn cardboard mailing tubes into rockets that are perfect for pretend play. This project requires adult help.

Mason Jar Aquarium and Night Light

Create your own make-believe aquarium using a plastic mason jar. It looks great during the day, and at night it’s […]

Colorful Craft Stick Insects

Each of the seven insect crafts (bee, grasshopper, beetle, spider, snail, butterfly, and ladybug ) starts with a basic popsicle […]

Chewbacca Shape Craft

Use simple geometric shapes to create this easy Chewbacca craft. It’ll be very popular with any little Star Wars fans!

Rainbow Jellyfish

It’s so easy to make a collection of jellyfish in vibrant colors. This is a fun way to teach kids […]

Edible Checkers Game

Turn snack time into a game with this edible checkers game. It’s fun to make, fun to play, and even […]

Cereal Box Zinnias Inspired by Clementine Hunter

Turn empty cereal boxes into art inspired by the famous self-taught folk artist Clementine Hunter. Zinnias were one of her […]

Paper Lanterns

These non-flammable, versatile, paper lights are perfect for lighting up summer nights. They’re also an easy paper craft for kids […]

Pool Party Jello Dessert

Kids will love this fun dessert made with jello and cookie kids. There’s so much room to get creative with […]

Chilly Cheesburgers

What could be better than an ice cold dessert at your summer picnic or backyard BBQ? Perhaps, a Chilly Cheeseburger […]

Firefly Art

Fireflies are such interesting insects! Summer is the perfect time to make a fun firefly craft and it’s a great […]

Strawberry Rocks

Paint cute rocks to look like strawberries. Then place them around the garden and enjoy!

Backyard Twister Game

Play Twister in the grass, with no mat needed. What a great way to have some fun in the sun!

UFO and Alien Crafts and Recipes

World UFO Day happens each year in July, so head over to our space crafts category and pick out some […]

Swimming Pool Cake

This swimming pool cake is great fun for a swim party, an Olympics-themed competition, or an end-of-season celebration for a […]

Constellation Cookies

These yummy cookies feature the Little Dipper and other famous constellations. They’re a great treat to accompany a space-themed party, […]

Cardboard Tube Butterflies

Turn empty cardboard tubes into cute and colorful butterflies. They’re easy to do and a fun recycling project for kids.

Paper Plate Rhino

All it takes to create this cute rhino is a paper plate and some paint. It’s a fun project to […]

Glow In The Dark Plastic Water Bottle Bowling

Make a set of glow-in-the-dark bowling pins with water bottles and glow sticks! This easy craft is a great activity […]

Beaded Fish

Create an adorable fish using wire and beads. Vary the colors and make a whole school of fish!

Hot Dog Puppy

This adorable puppy is actually a tasty hot dog. The tutorial includes detailed, step-by-step instructions.

Hedgehog Cupcakes

These little hedgehog cupcakes are easy to make and couldn’t be cuter. Enjoy them during a birthday party or other […]

R2D2 Cup

Turn a paper cup into R2D2. It makes a wonderful table decoration for a Star Wars themed party and is […]

Ocean Diorama

Turn a tin can, sand, rope, and some maps into a diorama of ocean and beach items. These pretty decorations […]

Tropical Snack Plate

This tropical snack plate is filled with healthy choices for kids, including cheese, crackers, and fruit. It’s easy to do […]

Cardboard Tube Spiderman

Superhero fans will love making this fabulous Cardboard Tube Spiderman. It’s easy and inexpensive.

Paper Plate Shark

These paper plate sharks are easy to make and suitable for even the youngest of crafters. Each shark is one-of-a-kind […]

Cereal Box Beach Mosaic

Use empty cereal boxes and glue to make a beautiful beach mosaic. This fun recycling craft is perfect for summer.

Baby Elephant Ham and Cheese Bread

This adorable elephant bread has a surprise inside – it’s filled with ham and cheese! It’s easy to do, so […]

Thiebaud-Inspired Ice Cream Art

This neat ice cream craft is inspired by the artwork of Wayne Thiebaud. It’s a fun mult-step project kids will […]

Super Giant Bubbles Kit

Kids of all ages will love making these super giant bubbles! The tutorial has instructions for an easy-to-make kit that […]

Outer Space Picture

Use watercolor paints and a splatter effect to create this fun piece of art inspired by outer space. Make it […]

Magazine Fashion Paper Dolls

Use catalogs, ads, and old magazines to create paper doll clothes. This gives a new fashion sense to playing with […]

Easy Homemade Envelopes

Learn how easy it is to make cute, unique envelopes using scrapbook paper, old magazines, or catalogs. Homemade envelopes add […]

Patriotic Biscuits

Use food coloring and foam stamps to decorate these patriotic biscuits. They’re perfect for any patriotic celebration.

Sticker-Resist Marble Art Card

This clever twist on marble art lets you make colorful cards for birthdays or other occasions. It’s fun for all […]

Nutter Butter Puppy Pops

Chocolate dipped cookies decorated with floppy chocolate ears, candy eyes, and a cute nose make these sweet puppies perfect for […]

Marbled Candy Melt and Spiderman Cupcakes

Create gorgeous marbled cupcakes with a surprise material – candy melts! Use any colors you want, but red and blue […]

Marshmallow Ice Cream Cones

Celebrate a birthday or other special occasion with these adorable ice cream cone treats. Because they’re actually marshmallows, there’s no […]

Batik Style Prayer Flags

Make a gorgeous set of one-of-a-kind batik flags inspired by Tibetan prayer flags. It’s surprisingly easy to create flags that […]

Sponge Bombs and Sponge Toss Water Game

Nothing says summer like a good old fashioned water fight! Prepare for an epic battle with homemade sponge bombs.

Cardboard Tube Firefly

Turn a cardboard tube into a firefly! This fun project is a neat way to learn more about this very […]

Fireworks Painting

These fireworks projects are quick, easy and fun for all ages! It’s the perfect project for July 4th or anytime […]

Cookie Monster Freakshake

These Cookie Monster Freakshakes couldn’t be cuter. They’re so much fun to make and just as much fun to eat!

Finding Dory Gift Wrapping

Gifts are even more fun when the wrapping is part of the theme! Replace the bow on a traditional present […]

Cereal Box and Newspaper Tree

Raid the recycling bin for cereal boxes and newspaper, then turn them into a beautiful tree. This fun craft costs […]

Hamburger Collage

Create a construction paper hamburger collage that’s stuffed full with all your favorite toppings. This craft is excellent for improving […]