Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Faux Stained Glass Gift Tag

Make these translucent, faux stained glass style gift tags or ornaments with plastic, cardstock, and Sharpie markers. They look gorgeous […]

Puffy Dreidel Craft

This Puffy Dreidel Craft makes a nice decoration for the Hanukkah season. It’s easy to make and a fun accompaniment […]

Wood Beads Snowman

Turn wooden beads into an adorable snowman ornament. Dress him up with googly eyes, pom poms, sequins, and a little […]

Tissue Paper Advent Wreath

Mark the four Sundays of Advent as you prepare for Christmas with this tissue paper wreath. It’s a fun project […]

Minion Ornaments

Decorate the Christmas tree with an adorable Minion Ornament! This is great fun for any Despicable Me fans.

Snowman Play Dough Kit

Make sparkling snow play dough, then put together snowman craft kits. They make a wonderful gift for crafty kids to […]

Kwanzaa Flag

Fly a homemade flag during Kwanzaa to honor family, community, and the cultures of African people worldwide. It’s an easy […]

Kwanzaa Crafts and Recipes

Kwanzaa is a secular festival that observes and celebrates the cultural heritage and traditional values of African Americans. Kwanzaa takes […]

Minion Santa Cake

Make an adorable Minion Santa Cake for your big holiday party this year. This yummy treat is so much fun […]

Birdhouse Gingerbread House

Turn an unfinished wooden birdhouse into a festive gingerbread house. Because none of it is edible, it will last for […]

Balsa Glitter Coasters

Create festive coasters using balsa wood and glitter! They’re great fun for any special occasion.

No-Sew Snowman Pillow

These adorable snowman pillows are made out of polar fleece, felt, buttons, and poly fill… with no sewing required. What […]

Christmas Tree Pizza

Create this fun Christmas pizza as a family! The kids can all help make, decorate and eat it.

Christmas Spritz Cookies

Make Christmas Spritz Cookies the easy way using a cookie press and design discs. They’re so cute and fun to […]

Homemade Tea Bags

Did you know you can make your own tea bags filled with your favorite flavors? They make a wonderful gift.

Glue-Resist Sunflower

This colorful sunflower starts with ordinary glue. Once it’s dry, color it in with pastels and display it throughout fall.

Christmas Tree Napkin Folding

Follow the steps to turn a plain napkin into a folded Christmas tree. It only takes a few minutes and adds such […]

Candy Cane Slime

Peppermint extract makes this candy cane slime smell amazing. It is so fun for Christmas!

Christmas Pretzels

Pretzels have never looked so cute! Make one or all of these adorable designs for a party or to give […]

Christmas Slime Jars

These slime jars are so cute. They’re a fun and easy gift kids can make and give at Christmas.

Ping Pong Garland

Decorate for Christmas or any special occasion with a glittery garland. It’s made from ping pong balls!

Scrabble Bracelets

Create beautiful bracelets for special friends and family using Scrabble tiles. Spell out names, inspirational words, or anything else.

Hanger Reindeer

Transform a clothes hanger into the cutest reindeer ever! This simple project uses materials you likely already have on hand.

Fruit Pizza Christmas Wreath

This fun twist on fruit pizza looks like a beautiful wreath. It’s a wonderful addition to any winter party or […]

Barn Quilt

Create a chipboard version of the beautiful barn quilts you see in the country. Hang it on your bedroom door!

Painted Acorns

Painting acorns is such an easy craft, and so much fun to do with kids. Use them as a fall […]

Cereal Turkey

Make a fun and easy turkey craft for Thanksgiving. It’s great for preschoolers who are working on fine motor control.

Felt Star Ornaments

Create a star softie, a throw pillow, or cute little Christmas tree ornaments using your favorite colors of felt. This […]

Fluffy Santa Slime

This fluffy Santa Slime is so fun for Christmas! The adorable santa jar would make a cute gift too.

Thankful Chalkboard Frame

Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on gratitude. This thankful chalkboard frame is a great project for the whole […]

Nail Polish Stars

Nail polish looks great on more than just fingernails! Use it to make this beautiful and simple star craft.

Tiered Skirt with Lace Ruffle

Create this easy-to-make, three-tiered gathered skirt. There’s no need to hem since it is finished with a cotton lace ruffle.

Thankful Tree

Show the kids what they have to be thankful for this year with this Thankful Tree! It’s a wonderful project […]

Fairy Tale Mirror

Create an enchanted, fairy tale mirror to make pretend play even more fun. Start with a hand-held mirror and faux […]

Popcorn Box Cockatiel

Turn a popcorn box into a cockatiel! Then fill the box with candy-covered popcorn and enjoy the tasty treat.

Op-Art

Explore paint tints and optical illusions with this easy paper craft. Then hang it and enjoy!

Origami Boxes

Follow the simple photo tutorial to turn patterned papers into origami boxes. They’re great for holding small gifts, party favors, […]

Playtime Hawaiian Paper Doll

Make this Playtime Pacific Islands Paper Doll and set off on an imaginary trip to paradise. There are lots of options […]

Grover Hand Puppet

Create a hand puppet of that lovable, furry monster, Grover! Sesame Street fans will love it.

Harry Potter Candy Wand

Make an easy, Harry Potter inspired candy wand, complete with levitating feather. Create them ahead of time, or as an […]

Harry Potter Candy Kebabs

Throw the best Harry Potter party ever with these awesome Hogwarts house candy skewers! Edible images make it so easy […]

Woodland Wreath

Create an adorable Woodland Wreath, with materials from the forest. It’s a wonderful activity to pair with a nature walk.

Rice Krispie Treat Cat Pops

These Chocolate Rice Krispies Treat Cat Pops are great fun at Halloween or any time of year. They’re really tasty […]