Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Silly Bird Marionette

Make a simple marionette that is fun for kids to use and the perfect size for little hands. This is […]

Yarn Octopus

A slightly different spin on the traditional braided yarn octopus.Try this cute project with or for your kids, they will […]

Pattern Owls

Use colorful scrapbook papers to make adorable patterned owls. Provide tracers or have the kids create their own shapes.

Paper Bag Nest

Repurpose a paper bag to make a cute bird nest this spring. After the season passes, recycle the nest and […]

Bird’s Nest Material Feeder

Stop throwing out tiny fabric scraps- give them to the birds so they can decorate their nests. This project is […]

Breadstick Snail

Breadstick dough is seasoned with pesto then rolled up to look like a snail. Serve them as a snack or […]

Button-Eyed Owl

Knowing how to sew a button is an important skill. Make these cute button-eyed owls to help your child learn […]

Bottle Cap Bunny

Don’t throw away old bottle caps and lids! Repurpose them to make cute bunnies. Fun for Easter, spring, Earth Day, […]

Sharpie Eggs

Have you ever thought about decorating your Easter eggs with Sharpies? Let your imagination go wild! With the right color […]

Felt Egg and Chick

Make an adorable chick finger puppet and a cracked egg for him to live in. This is a simple hand-sewing […]

Bunny Bagalope

Turn an envelope into an adorable bunny bag. It’s easy and quick to do and could be used as a […]

Spring Bunny

Your child will love making this adorable tissue paper bunny. It’s hand-sewn with a simple running stitch and stuffed with […]

Rock Crow Craft

Make a cute crow out of a rock. This would make a fun refrigerator magnet or a great accompaniment to […]

Rock Pig Magnet

Attach four rocks with cement glue, paint pink, draw eyes and nostrils, and attach a magnet to the back. That’s […]

Three Little Pigs Masks

The next time you share the story of the Three Little Pigs, don’t just tell it, have the children be […]

Pig Pen Topper

Transform an ordinary pen into a fun Pig Pen! The adorable pom-pom piglet is very easy to make and is […]

Peanut Butter Piggy Bank

This adorable piggy bank is easy for little hands to get in and out of. The smaller size means it […]

Little Piggies

Here’s a simple and cute pig craft using construction paper, pom poms, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners. Each pig has […]

CD Pig Craft

Turn an old CD into a super cute pig! All you need is felt, googly eyes, and a pom pom, […]

Water Bottle Pig

Transform a water bottle and construction paper into this cute little pig! This was designed as a Sunday School project, […]

Styrofoam Cup Polar Bear

This is an adorable and easy polar bear puppet craft you can make from a Styrofoam cup and some construction […]

Heart Bunny

This rabbit is made with nothing but hearts cut from construction paper. This is a fun project for Valentine’s Day, […]

Fudge Bears

Two ingredient caramel milk chocolate fudge bears make sweet treats for Valentine’s Day. Your kids will love helping in the […]

Clay Pot Rat

Clay Pot Rat Make this cute little rat (or mouse, if you prefer) out of a clay pot and felt! […]

Chocolate Cherry Mice

These chocolate cherry mice are as easy to make as they are delicious to eat! And they couldn’t be cuter! […]

Soda Bottle Polar Bear

Turn an empty two-liter soda bottle into this cute giggling polar bear! Choose your favorite colors for the hair and […]

Paper Snake

2013 is the Year of the Snake. Celebrate by making some fun and easy paper snakes. These would also be […]

Lion Valentine

Tell a friend “You’re grrrrrreat!” or “I’m wild about you!” with these fun lion Valentines. These lion faces really give […]

Peanut-Pretzel Reindeer

Peanuts, pretzels, and a red candy nose come together to make these adorable Rudolph ornaments. This craft is perfect for […]

Foam Owl

Pull out the craft foam and make this adorable winking foam owl full of rainbow colors! Great for a bird […]

Plastic Lid Turtles

Make cute turtles from recycled plastic lids, Q-tips and craft sticks! A fun way to talk about and teach an […]

Cork Snake

Make use of old corks or grab a bag of them from the craft store for this fun animal craft. […]

Cardboard Tube Bats

This is a fun and easy craft for the kids this Halloween. Create these as favors for your Halloween party. […]

Baby Moose Costume

This adorable little baby moose costume is simple, sweet and very inexpensive. Grab some knit gloves and  a sweatsuit and […]

Horse Card

Make this easy horse card for Animals Day! It is super easy to make and kids will love the result! […]

Handprint Zebra

Handprint crafts are always fun, and a great way to create a keepsake for mom, dad, grandma or grandpa. Young […]

Rock Tic Tac Toe

What a fun way to play tic tac toe! A great travel game for kids, or just something entertaining for […]

Fabric Quiet Book

Lots of ideas and templates to create your own fabric quiet book. Lots of activities to keep your little ones […]

Mixed Media Lions

Have a roaring good time making these mixed media, one-of-a-kind lions. Introduce your children to many different artist’s tools to […]

Animals in the Zoo

Here’s an easy project that allows your little zookeepers to contain their wild animals (crackers) in zoo cages. Little hands […]

Rubber Glove Giraffe Puppet

If rainy weather is keeping your little animals inside, keep them company with a set of adorable giraffe puppets. Made […]

Bunny Mobile

Hang a colorful felt bunny mobile to twirl around above your little one’s crib. With basic sewing skills you can […]

Easter Tees

These painted bunny and chick t-shirts are a fun way to celebrate Easter and spring. The shirts are easy to […]

Old McDonald Hand Puppets

Kids can spend the day playing on Old McDonald’s farm with these adorable felt animal hand puppets. We’ll show you […]

Polar Animals

When it’s too cold to play outside, stay inside and craft some cold weather animals. Let the little ones use […]

Cardboard Tube Bats

The wings from these cardboard tube bats are made from recycled paper bags! An adorable Halloween project.

Chicken Costume

This little chicken definitely came before the egg. Her chicken costume is made from supplies that you might already have […]

Owl Thank You Notes

Adorable owls decorate these handmade cards. Teaching kids to send thank you notes is a great idea, and this makes […]

Cardboard Tube Fish

An adorable fish made from recycled cardboard tubes. Great for an undersea bedroom decoration!