Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Fish Pendant

With some basic wire-wrapping skills, teens can turn beads and wire into a fabulous fish pendant to wear on a […]

Year of the Monkey Banner

Celebrate Chinese New Year with this fabulous Year of the Monkey brush painting banner. It’s easy to make and fun […]

Quilled Fish

If you haven’t tried quilling, this fun fish is the perfect way to start! Turn the finished fish into a […]

Wire-Wrapped Cat Ring

These darling wire-wrapped cat rings are so much fun to make! Wear them as jewelry, use them as napkin rings, […]

Monkey Noise Makers

Celebrate the Chinese New Year with noise makers commemorating the Year of the Monkey. Use craft supplies you already have on […]

3D Quilled Frog

Use quilling paper to make these adorable quilled frogs. They aren’t very difficult to make and have so much personality.

Macrame Spider Decoration

Create cute spider decorations using nylon cord. These colorful arachnids aren’t creepy, so you can make these friendly critters any time […]

Norm of the North Lollipops

These polar bear treats are inspired by Norm of the North. With white chocolate covering peanut butter fudge, they’re as […]

No-Sew Sock Penguin

This adorable sock penguin is easy enough for even young crafters to make. There’s no sewing and just a few simple […]

Rock Art Project

Make your own farm-themed story stones, mix and match rock people, or create pretty fairy stones. This post has instructions […]

Handprint Polar Bear

Use your handprint to make a cute polar bear! This fun craft is perfect for winter.

Polar Bear Pastel Art

This polar bear landscape art project uses pastels and is inspired by Canadian artist Ted Harrison. It’s a lot of […]

Polar Bear Snack

This edible polar bear is simple, healthy, and delicious. Children will love making and eating this fun snack.

Painted Penguin Container

Turn an empty container into a cool painted penguin to hold toys. Give it as a gift with the presents […]

Reindeer Holiday Wreath

This reindeer wreath couldn’t be cuter! It’s a lot of fun to make and looks fabulous hanging on the front door […]

Perler Bead Winter Animals

Add a winter scarf to your favorite fusible bead animal patterns to make a festive tree ornament. It also makes […]

Rustic Wood Decoupage Ornament

Can you believe this darling ornament was once a paper napkin? This cute cardinal rustic wooden Christmas ornament is so […]

Santa Penguin

Add Santa’s coat and hat to a fusible bead penguin to make a fun holiday ornament. Use the provided designs […]

Sugar Cookie Turkeys

Decorate tasty sugar cookies like turkeys. What a fun way to spend a fall afternoon with the kids!

Colorful Paper Craft Turkey

Make this cute and colorful paper turkey to express gratitude. It’s a wonderful project to do together for Thanksgiving.

Colorful Crayon Turkey

Give new life to broken crayons with this fun Thanksgiving turkey craft. It looks beautiful hung in a window.

Pom Pom Turkey

Make these adorable Pom Pom Turkeys for Thanksgiving or any time of year! They’re easy to make and can be […]

Glue-Resist Spiderweb

This glue-resist spiderweb is so much fun to make! It requires overnight drying time.

Wire-Wrapped Cat Pendant

Make an adorable wire-wrapped cat pendant to use as a keychain or zipper pull. It’s quick, easy and inexpensive to create.

Recycled Rhino

Turn an empty peanut butter jar and a few cups into the cutest rhino ever! What a great way to […]

Shark Costume

This cardboard shark costume couldn’t be easier! It’s simple to customize for any size of child (or adult!).

Paper Bag Owl Puppet

This cute Paper Bag Owl Puppet is a simple project that will provide hours of playtime fun.

Farm Animal Birthday Party

Throw a fun and simple farm animal themed birthday party!  There are ideas for food, activities, decorations and more.

Plastic Animal Trinket Box

Use a small plastic toy animal to make a fun little trinket box. It’s perfect for storing all sorts of […]

Button and Wire Owl

Use just wire and buttons to make an adorable owl in minutes. Hang him with fishing line to make it […]

Plastic Animal Hooks

Repurpose small plastic toy animals as hooks for a bedroom, playroom or mudroom. What a great way to give toys a […]

Pet Treat Jar

Make a jar to hold pet treats that is just as cute as it is useful! This is a fun […]

Panda Keychain

This adorable panda keychain is easy to make and couldn’t be cuter! This is a fun project for kids to […]

Origami Butterfly

This origami butterfly is a cute and easy to make. Use them to dress up gifts, tags, party invitations and […]

Kleenex Box Critters

Turn an empty Kleenex box into a cute critter, such as a bunny or a quail. It’s fun and easy […]

Wire-Wrapped Dragonfly

It only takes a few minutes to make an elegant wire-wrapped dragonfly! It’s beautiful as a gift topper, nestled in […]

Beaded Dragonfly Charm

This beaded dragonfly charm is so cute! It’s fun to make and would look adorable hanging from a backpack or jacket […]

Owl Pet Rock

This adorable Owl Pet Rock is so easy to make! It’s a fun project and very inexpensive.

Origami Art

Follow the directions to fold origami paper into birds, boats, butterflies, cranes, fish and frogs. It’s so fun to do!

CD Pig

Turn recyclables and a few basic craft supplies into an adorable pig craft. It’s easy and inexpensive to do.

Glittery Cow Cup

Create cute glittery cow-inspired cups for enjoying milkshakes, smoothies and other yummy treats. It’s so easy to do!

Mixed Media Frog

Use a variety of craft materials to make this cute frog. A fun and easy project to accompany a study […]

Cardboard Tube Fish

Turn empty cardboard tubes into a sea of fish. This fun project is easy enough for the youngest of crafters.

Garden Tic-Tac-Toe Game

Create a cute backyard game using pavers and some river rocks.  So much room for creativity!

Halloween Light Bulb Spiders

Recycle burned-out lightbulbs to make fun spider decorations for Halloween! This project is easy, inexpensive and really looks cool.

Printable Pumpkin Carving Stencils

Trace these printable pumpkin carving stencils to have the neighborhood’s most original-looking pumpkins. There are patterns for an owl, space invader, […]

Chesnut Snails

Put those chestnuts (or acorns!) to good use with a fun snail craft. This clever kids project is perfect for […]

Pom Pom Spider Decoration

Create a fun pom pom spider decoration on a glittery web. It’s a great way to decorate for Halloween!

Ladybug Costume with Cape

This ladybug outfit is cute enough for Halloween or any day. It comes with a cape plus directions for a […]

Scrap Paper Yak

Use up scraps and celebrate Y Week with this cute yak project. Lots of room for creativity!

Paper Plate Spiderweb

Make a cute paper plate spiderweb using only a few supplies. It’s perfect for even the littlest ones to practice […]

Loom Band Snakes

Branch out from loom band bracelets to animals! These colorful snakes are fun and easy to make.

Snake Keychain

This snake keychain is cool for Halloween or any time. A fun and unique project!

Rainbow Fish

Kids will love making their own version of the storybook favorite, Rainbow Fish! A fun project with lots of room […]

Mixed Media Turtle

Use a Sharpie, crayons and watercolors to create this adorable turtle. Easy and so much fun!

Paper Strip Turtle

Dig out those narrow scraps of scrapbook paper and use them to make this friendly turtle. Easy and very inexpensive.