Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Bird Nest Pendant

Make an adorable bird nest pendant using wire and beads. It is best for teens with some jewelry making experience.

Beaded Dream Catcher

This stunning dream catcher is a much more difficult than the ones made with yarn, but the results are worth it. […]

Beaded Owl

Create a beautiful beaded owl. It makes a wonderful keychain, zipper pull, pendant or ornament.

Beaded Pen Holder

This unique pencil holder is beaded with tiger tail wire – no glue! Once you learn the technique, it’s fairly […]

Leaf Earrings

Turn 2-hole seed beads into pretty leaf earrings that are fun to wear. This project is best for girls with […]

Miniature Beaded Basket

This darling beaded basket couldn’t be cuter! It’s best for a crafter with some beading experience.

Beaded Anchor Keychain

This anchor keychain makes a fun gift for Dad, Grandpa or other men in your life. It also works well as […]

Quilled Flower Necklace

Make a lovely necklace featuring colorful quilled flowers. This project is simple enough for crafters who are new to both […]

Braided Butterfly Bracelet

This pretty braided butterfly bracelet is fun to make and looks so cute. Best of all, it isn’t all that […]

Quilled Flower Necklace

Believe it or not, this necklace is easy to make and sturdy enough to wear. Follow the instructions to learn how […]

Cotton Ball Bunny

Use cotton balls and seed beads to make the cutest little bunny! Pose the ears to communicate messages just like […]

Greek Kompoloi (Worry Beads)

These strings of clay beads are used by the Greeks for relaxation, to pass the time, and to guard against bad luck. They’re […]

Dressy Ribbon Headband

It’s actually quite easy and inexpensive to make a beautiful headband that looks expensive. Wear yours on Easter Sunday or […]

Fish Pendant

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

Wire-Wrapped Snail Bookmarks

Make darling snail bookmarks to keep or give as gifts. They’re a great way to learn the basic skills for […]

Felt Flower Bouquets

Make pretty flower bouquets from felt, buttons and wooden flower beads to keep for yourself or give to someone special. […]

Easy Bead Drop Earrings

Making your own drop earrings is surprisingly easy. Choose your favorite beads, thread them on a headpin and they’ll be […]

Felt Lucky Clover

Use felt, buttons and miniature pearls to make a pretty lucky clover for St. Patrick’s Day. Wear it as a […]

Easy Wire-Wrapped Drop Earrings

If you’re new to jewelry making, try these simple wire-wrapped drop earrings. They’re a great way to learn the basics […]

Felt Strawberries

Turn felt into darling little strawberries. This is an excellent project to introduce hand sewing to young crafters.

Braided Keychain Character

Make a keychain character using beaded cord. It’s easy to learn how and lots of fun to get creative with your […]

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, […]

Grosgrain Ribbon Rosettes

Use colorful grosgrain ribbon to make a beautiful bouquet of rosettes. It’s a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day or any […]

Pink Flower Headband

Create a pretty flower headband to wear. Follow the tutorial exactly or change the ribbon and bead color to your […]

Easy Wire-Wrapped Heart Earrings

These heart-shaped earrings are fun for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any time. They’re easy to make and inexpensive, too.

Candy Crush Color Bomb Ring

Candy Crush fans will love this fabulous Color Bomb Ring! It also makes a fun keychain, zipper pull or decoration […]

Ribbon Flower Brooch

Turn ribbon and a few beads into a stunning flower brooch. This would make a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma […]

Heart Earrings

Make heart earrings for Mom, Grandma, a sister or another special girl in your life. Or make just one and […]

Beaded Hearts

Make these fun and festive Beaded Hearts for Valentine’s Day. They’re so easy and are great for developing fine motor […]

Dangling Heart Earrings

These pretty heart earrings are a fun project for jewelry-making beginners. They are easy to make, but use headpins and […]

Pearl Earrings and Necklace

Make this lovely pearl pendant necklace and earring set for yourself or to give as a gift. Even a jewelry-making […]

Beaded Snowflake Hair Comb

This beaded snowflake hair comb takes some time and some jewelry-making experience, but the results are worth it! This beautiful […]

Beaded Heart Pendant Necklace

This lovely beaded necklace is easy to make with lots of room for creativity. It’s a wonderful gift for Valentine’s […]

Beaded Star Bracelet

Create a pretty bracelet featuring your favorite colors. Or, use the birthstones of all your siblings to create a personalized bracelet […]

Wire Wrapped Ring

This wire-wrapped ring is a fun project for teens who are new to jewelry making. Once you’ve mastered how to […]

Beaded Snowflake Earrings

These beautiful snowflake earrings are made from glass beads and pearl seed beads. This project is best for teens with […]

Beaded Stud Earrings

Make these pretty stud earrings using just wire and six beads. Itare smaller than general earrings, but they still have […]

Christmas Tree Earrings

These pretty Christmas tree earrings are so festive and fun! They’re actually quite easy to make.

Beaded Ornaments

These beaded ornaments are easy to make and a fun way to spend time with the family. They look so […]

Beaded Snowman Pendant

This beaded snowman is all dressed up in Santa’s suit! Wear this pendant as a necklace, hang it from the […]

Beaded Wreath Ornament

This simple beaded wreath ornament is easy enough for a beading beginner. It looks so pretty hanging on the Christmas […]

Cute Christmas Hair Clips

Accessorize this season with these simple Christmas hair clips. They come together very quickly and couldn’t be more festive!

Beaded Drink Charm

Keep track of which drink belongs to each person with these cute beaded drink charms. They’re simple to make, so create […]

Felt Hanging Ornament

Make lovely ornaments out of colorful felt. They’re pretty, inexpensive, and only take a few minutes to make.

Holly Earrings

Get in the holiday spirit with these pretty holly-inspired beaded earrings. They’re fun to wear and make a great gift.

Beaded Snowflake Brooch

Make a beautiful beaded snowflake this winter. Wear it as a brooch, hang it from the tree as an ornament, or […]

Quilled Christmas Wreath

Quilling is fun, easy and inexpensive. Try making these beautiful Christmas wreaths this winter.

Beaded Santa Claus Earrings

Make a pair of festive Santa Claus earrings to wear this holiday season. They’re best for teens with some beading […]

Beaded Christmas Ball Keychain

This beaded Christmas ball makes a cute keychain, but could also be an eye-catching necklace, a zipper pull, or an […]

Hanging Snowflake Decoration

Create a pretty decoration for winter featuring beaded snowflakes. It isn’t too difficult and the results are worth it!

Candy Cane Keychain

This cute candy cane keychain can also be used as a tree ornament or hung in a window. Make a bunch […]

Beaded Reindeer Earrings

Make a pair of festive beaded reindeer earrings to wear this winter! They also make cute drink charms, ornaments or […]

3-D Quilled Christmas Tree

Turn strips of paper into a super cool 3-D quilled Christmas tree. Add beads as ornaments and that’s all there […]