Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Football Sandwich Cookies

These soft, chewy football cookies are perfect for a team party, Sunday tailgating, a themed birthday, or the big game. […]

No Mess Finger Paint Leaves

Create beautiful marbled fall leaves with no mess! Kids love this clever way to finger paint and the results are […]

Donut Acorns

If you’re looking for a fun autumn treat, look no further than these sweet donut acorns! Cute and edible, the […]

Soft Gingerbread Football Cookies

These football and helmet-shaped cookies are made from soft gingerbread. They’re absolutely delicious and a great addition to any football […]

Clay Leaf Windchime

Gather some leaves from the backyard and then roll out some clay to make this beautiful project. It’s such a […]

Thanksgiving Sock Turkey

Use a sock, some feathers, and a few other supplies to make a cute overstuffed turkey! This adorable decoration will […]

Mosaic Cornucopia

Mosaic Cornucopia This cute craft is made from torn pieces of construction paper. Use it to help explain why we […]

Fall Leaf Printing

This beautiful designs are made by dipping leaves into different colors of paint and transferring to paper. Experiment with a […]

Plaster Leaf Prints

Capture the beauty of fall by making leaf prints with Plaster of Paris. What a wonderful way to preserve nature’s […]

Autumn Leaf Bowls

Create gorgeous leaf bowls to use throughout autumn. This project does require use of a kiln, but the results are […]

Acorn Vase

Have fun collecting acorns with your kids, then use them to make a stunning vase. It’s a wonderful family project […]

Pumpkin Lollipops

If you’re looking for a pumpkin themed edible treat to bring to a harvest, fall or Halloween party, or something […]

Potted Scarecrow

This adorable little scarecrow makes a wonderful fall decoration. Put it on the porch to welcome visitors or on the […]

Paper Mache Leaf

You remember paper mache! Make gorgeous fall leaves from this classic medium.

Cardboard Tube Indian Corn

Combine a cardboard tube, bubble wrap, paint, and some construction paper and you have a fun fall craft. Experiment with […]

Salt Dough Leaf Prints

Using salt dough and silk leaves, you can make these pretty fossil-like prints. They’re the perfect craft for kids to […]

Apple Placemats

Use burlap and fabric paint to make place mats kids will love. The cheerful apples are wonderful for fall and […]

Printable Fall Bucket List

This fall bucket list has 30 fun activities for kids and families for making the most of the fall season. […]

Owl Mask

Make this fun owl mask from leaves, cardstock and felt. This is great for Halloween or for everyday imaginative play!

Autumn Angel

Make this sweet autumn angel (or fairy!) with your child this afternoon. You can preserve real leaves or purchase silk […]

Shape Scarecrow

This cute scarecrow is made using basic shapes, including rectangles, circles, and triangles. It’s a great fall learning activity.

Paper Bag Pumpkin

This cute kids’ paper bag pumpkin craft is perfect for table decorations or, if filled with candy, a great party […]

Paper Plate Scarecrow

Paper Plate Scarecrow Celebrate the coming of autumn with this adorable paper plate scarecrow. It’s easy to put together and […]

Burlap Apple Banner

Stamp actual apples on burlap to make this wonderful fall banner. Even the youngest of crafters can help!

Four Season Cardboard Tube Trees

Celebrate the changing of the seasons with a set of four cardboard tube trees representing spring, summer, fall, and winter. […]

Sunflower Wreath

Sunflower Wreath This adorable fall wreath, made almost completely from construction paper, will look adorable hanging on your door! What […]

Plastic Lid Apples

These adorable apples are made from plastic lids, some glue and a few other supplies. This is a fun craft […]

Autumn Leaf Prints

Use paint and colored pencils to create beautiful autumn leaf prints. The results are spectacular!

Swirled Shaving Cream Leaves

These gorgeous swirled shaving cream leaves are such a fun craft for kids! Make a bunch of these to decorate […]

Yarn Apples

Quickly craft a basket of apples from yarn – a pretty table decoration!

Fall Birch Tree Painting

Celebrate fall with a neat birch tree painting. This project using a unique process to create the tree trunks, then […]

Acorn Owls

These adorable miniature owls are made from acorns and felt. It’s a great craft project for fall.

Fall Suncatchers

You only need a few supplies to make pretty suncatchers to decorate windows and to brighten the shorter days of […]

Autumn Leaf Roses

Can you believe these gorgeous roses were made from fallen autumn leaves? This is a great project for tweens and […]

Autumn Gnomes

These adorable little autumn gnomes are easy to make and fun to play with! They are super cute and would […]

Fall Leaf Cupcake Wrappers

Learn how to make festive fall leaves cupcake wrappers, perfect for any autumn event. They’re great for a harvest party […]

Felt Leaf Finger Puppets

These cute finger puppets are shaped like fall leaves. They are simple to make and fun to play with!

Pom-Pom Pumpkin Patch

Pom-Pom Pumpkin Patch These cute little guys are ripe for the pickin’! Make this cute little pumpkin patch to celebrate […]

Paper Bag Tree

This fun fall project starts with a brown paper lunch bag, cut and twisted to look like a tree blowing […]

Paper Plate Apple Core

A cute apple craft for little ones. You can finger paint this or use crayons or markers.

Beaded Indian Corn

Use pipe cleaners and beads in vivid fall colors to make this fun Indian Corn craft. It’s very easy to […]

Pine Cone Pumpkins

Head outside to collect some pine cones to make this fun fall craft with your kids. It’s the perfect craft […]

Falling Leaves

Like a snow globe, this craft is interactive when you move it. Try this clever project that looks like trees […]

Patchwork Acorn

Celebrate the colors of the autumn season first with some festive finger painting, then create this acorn craft by clicking […]

Scarecrow Cupcakes

Grab the candy and start decorating! These adorable scarecrow cupcakes are the perfect fall activity for families to do together. 

Fall Leaves Wall Hanging

This craft starts with a nature walk and ends with a beautiful wall hanging made with fall leaves. It’s a […]

Autumn Leaf Cookies

Celebrate the beginning of fall with these beautiful and tasty leaf cookies. The autumn colors really help welcome the season.

Embroidery Hoop Suncatcher

These beautiful sun catchers are easy to make and a great way to display the colors of fall. They require […]

Corn on the Cob Pencil Holder

Celebrate harvest time with this fun fall craft. This corn on the cob pencil holder looks adorable holding pencils on […]

Paper Sunflowers

These pretty sunflowers are made from newspaper, coffee filters, and several items from your yard. What a perfect project for […]

Paper Plate Crow

Make a cute crow for autumn using paper plates. This is an easy craft for kids of all ages. 

Finger Paint Indian Corn

Children love to finger paint and this autumn craft is easy to make for all ages. This craft uses minimal […]

Silly Craft Stick Scarecrows

Gather your craft sticks, craft foam and other supplies to make these cute little silly scarecrows. This is a fun […]

Marshmallow Pumpkins

Celebrate fall with sweet pumpkin treats made from marshmallows and colored sugar. They are so easy to do. 

Apple Garland

Even the youngest of crafters can help create these cute contact paper apples. Put them together to make a pretty […]

Sewn Paper Footballs

This fun football craft gives little hands lots of fine motor practice as they sew with yarn. Give it a […]

Paper Bag Scarecrow

Celebrate fall by making this friendly scarecrow. Start with a paper bag and then let your creativity go wild!