Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cork Boats

Make boats from corks, craft sticks and craft foam. If the weather is warm, sail them in a pool or […]

Pony Bead Fish

This pony bead fish is perfect for religious settings like Sunday School or VBS, or as an ocean or beach […]

Cardboard Tube Jellyfish

This Cardboard Tube Jellyfish couldn’t be cuter! It’s a great craft to teach your kids about recycling and lots of […]

Clothespin Shark

Whether it’s Shark Week or just an ordinary Tuesday, this shark craft is fun for kids and makes a great […]

Paper Plate Porthole

This project, adapted from the well known Paper Plate Aquarium, is a unique and fun way for kids to create […]

Boardwalk Craft

Use mini craft sticks and photo-realistic patterned papers to recreate your favorite boardwalk. It’s a fun way to remember a […]

Crabby Apple

This yummy crab snack is very easy to make and couldn’t be cuter! Best of all, it’s a healthy choice.

Driftwood Sign

This Driftwood Sign is simple to make and so pretty. Use the kids’ names to label their bedrooms with a […]

O is for Ocean

This ocean craft is a fun way to introduce children to the long sound of O. Use the printable templates […]

Seagull Drawing

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

Sea Shell Creatures

Turn shells into adorable sea creatures. There are instructions to make the turtle, snail, hermit crab, and clam.

Mixed Media Snorkeler

This fun snorkeler is made with paper, paint, craft foam, a straw, and more. It’s a wonderful mixed media project […]

Cardboard Tube Sand Castle

Turn empty cardboard tubes and some sand into a fun sand castle. There’s so much room for creativity with this […]

Glitter Sand Pictures

Bring sand home from a beach trip to make this fun art project. Or bring paper and glue to the […]

Seashell Beach Art

Make this heart design with shells collected during a beach visit. It’s a wonderful way to remember a special trip.

Sand Clay Handprint Keepsake

Capture a child’s handprint forever with this beautiful beach-inspired keepsake. It’s done with homemade sand clay.

Driftwood Art

Remember great times at the beach with this Driftwood Art. It’s a wonderful project for the family to make together.

Seahorse Wall Sculpture

Make this stunning sea horse from cardboard and paper. It’s surprisingly simple and lots of fun!

Oyster Cookies and Octopus Pops

Create adorable oyster (or clam) cookies and octopus marshmallow pops for an Under the Sea or beach-themed party. They’re really […]

Scuba Diver Costume

This scuba diver costume is so clever! It’s inexpensive and really easy to pull together.

Palm Tree Cupcake

These adorable palm tree cupcakes look difficult to make, but they’re surprisingly easy to do. They’re great for a summer […]

Seashell Door Hanging

This beautiful seashell door hanging is a great way to display your favorite shells. It’s a fun project for the […]

Watercolor Island Scene

This island scene is made by painting the individual elements and layering them on the background. It’s a fun twist […]

Sparkly Sea Shell Phone Case

Create a one-of-a-kind phone case that is sure to command a lot of attention. Decoden is easy to do and so much […]

Felt Ocean Key Chain

This adorable keychain is made of felt and decorated with seed beads. It’s a great project for kids who are […]

Torn Paper Animals

Turn a simple index card into a torn paper animal! It’s easy to do, very inexpensive, and fun for crafters […]

Beach-Inspired Anklet

Create a colorful anklet to wear this summer using shaped beads. This project is easy to do and doesn’t take […]

Sandy Shapes Art

Turn any shape into a sandy work of art. This fun activity is actually a low-mess project, thanks to one inexpensive […]

Seashell Frame

Bring the beach home with this easy seashell frame craft. Use it to display a favorite photo from the trip!