Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Handprint Duck

Your child’s handprints make the wings of this beautiful duck. Make your own duck from construction paper or use the […]

Cardboard Tube Chicken

This chicken is made from pipe cleaners and a recycled cardboard tube. It’s so cute, and perfect for a farm-themed […]

Paper Plate Toucan

Turn a paper plate, construction paper, and tissue paper into the cutest toucan you’ve ever seen! The tail feathers are […]

Twinkie Bird on a Stick

Turn Twinkies snack cakes into adorable birds for a fun springtime craft. It’s easy to do and they’re fun to […]

Bobblehead Egg Carton Chicks

These cute little chicks are cheerful and springy (in more ways than one!). This fun Easter craft starts with empty […]

Handprint Dove

This simple Handprint Dove is great for Martin Luther King Day, as well as the International Day of Peace (September […]

Valentine Owl

Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable owl that is perfect for Valentine’s Day! This fun craft is easy […]

Egg Penguin

This adorable little penguin is made from a wooden egg. What a fun wintertime decoration to make and display!

Cream Cheese Penguins

These cream cheese penguin appetizers are as cute as can be! They’re such a fun and tasty winter snack.

Cupcakes for the Birds

These cupcakes aren’t for humans… they’re for birds! Your kids will love mixing up this simple no-bake recipe, but even […]

Heart Turkey Magnet

You can prop this adorable turkey up against a place card for Thanksgiving, then use it as a refrigerator magnet […]

Crayon Melt Owl

Can you believe that this adorable owl started with broken crayons? Simply melt the wax on a warming tray. If […]

Glitter Owl Ornament

Transform a clear glass ornament into an adorable, glittery owl that will look great on your tree. This would make […]

Peanut Butter Graham Cracker Owls

Craft up some delightfully adorable (and delicious) owls with graham crackers and peanut butter. The tutorial includes instructions to make […]

Cardboard Tube Owls

Have a hoot of a good time turning cardboard tubes into wise owls. Paint and fabric scraps add lots of […]

Yarn-Wrapped Blue Jay

Create a beautiful blue jay using yarn and other common craft materials. What a fun project to honor our feathered […]

Paper Plate Crow

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

Fall Pipe Cleaner Finger Puppets

Use your imagination and some pipe cleaners to create these adorable finger puppets. These cute fall critters, including a scarecrow, […]

V is for Vulture Craft

Learn more about vultures (and how they differ – or don’t! – from buzzards) with this cute craft. Make yours […]

Paper Plate Owl

Turn a plain paper plate into an adorable owl. This is a fun and easy project for kids of all […]

Popsicle Stick Crows

Crows are often associated with fall and Halloween. These popsicle stick crows are a fun seasonal project for kids of […]

Seagull Drawing

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

Paper Plate Toucan

Make a colorful toucan using one paper plate and some paint. It’s easy to do and the results are beautiful!

Ice Cream Cone Eagles

Celebrate the 4th of July with some fun ice cream cones decorated like eagles. They’re delicious, perfect for a hot […]

Paper Plate Chicken

These adorable chickens started out as paper plates. There’s so much room for creativity with this engaging craft.

Origami Parakeet

Simple enough for preschoolers to do, these folded paper parakeets introduces young crafters to the ancient craft of paper folding […]

Handprint Peacocks

Watch handprints turn into lovely strutting peacocks. With a little help, this project is easy enough for even the smallest […]

Paper Plate Swan

Make a cute swan using a paper plate and feathers. It’s a great project for toddlers and preschoolers.

Rice Krispie Treat Flamingo

This flamingo dessert is made with rice krispie treats and Candy Melts. It’s really easy to do and everything about […]

Paper Plate Swan

Turn a paper plate into a beautiful and elegant swan. A great companion craft for ‘The Ugly Duckling.’

Bluebird Candies

These bluebird candies can be made with Jordan almonds, M&M’s or other light blue candies. They’re surprisingly easy to make […]

Curly Birds

These beautiful birds are made from loops of construction paper! The kids will want to make a whole flock, full […]

Pencil Birds

These friendly little pencil birds are straight out of Wonderland. Encourage kids to use their imaginations to come up with […]

Deviled Egg Chicks

Use up hard-boiled eggs by turning them into Deviled Egg Chicks! This is a fun and tasty project that kids […]

Chipboard Yellowhammer

Learn how to make a realistic version of a yellowhammer, the state bird of Alabama. This unique project uses q-tips, […]

Angry Birds Cupcakes

These Angry Birds cupcakes are easy enough for young children to decorate. Perfect for an Angry Birds themed party!

Cupcake Liner Birds

These adorable birds are made from cupcake liners. Pick different colors and make a whole flock.

Paper Plate Bluebird

Make your own flock of birds out of paper plates and paint. Kids will love creating these pretty bluebirds, but […]

Duck Handprint Craft

This fun duck handprint craft is so cute! Incorporate it into lessons about birds, ducks, riparian habitats, and more.

Birdie Kix Snack

This tasty snack is cute, easy to make, and healthy to eat. It’s definitely a kid-pleaser and great fun for […]

Paper Plate Flamingo

Turn a paper plate, construction paper and tissue paper into a feathered flamingo. It’s a fun and inexpensive craft.

Sugar Spoon Chicks

Make adorable sugar spoon chicks to serve with hot beverages this spring. It’s a fun way to bring some whimsy […]

Wearable Perfect Parakeet

These wrist parakeets are simple to make, require few supplies, and are adorable! Thanks to their sturdy pipe cleaner tethers, […]

Baby Bird Nest

Transform a paper plate, plastic egg, and construction paper into an adorable nest of baby birds. Add found items from […]

Baby Bird Nest Pretzels

It’s a sure bet for grins and giggles when you present these little tweeters for dessert. Simple and easy to […]

Cork-Stamped Chicks

Use a cork to stamp some super-cute chicks for spring. It’s fun, fast, inexpensive and easy!

Tissue Paper Cardinal

Seven states have named the cardinal as their state bird. Celebrate this beauty with a tissue paper and chipboard version.

Paper Plate Nest of Birds

This cute nest of baby birds started with a paper plate and some cotton balls. It is perfect for springtime, […]

Pink Flamingo Valentine

Turn sparkly foam hearts and pipe cleaners into Pink Flamingo Valentines! This no-mess project is perfect for kids and is […]

Paper Roll Love Birds

Learn how to make these cute love birds from cardboard tubes and glitter. They couldn’t be cuter!

Oreo Penguins

Turn Oreo cookies into adorably imperfect penguins. This is a fun project that kids will love.

Flamingo Valentine

Show everyone how much you care this Valentine’s Day with flamingo valentines. They’re fun, cute and totally unique!

Cardboard Tube Penguins

Recycle some cardboard tube by making these adorable penguins. They’re perfect for a zoo unit or just for talking about […]

Paper Plate Penguin

Make an easy penguin craft using a paper plate that you paint and fold. A fun winter project or great […]

Cardboard Tube Cardinal

Celebrate winter and nature’s beauty by creating this fun and bright cardinal. It starts with a simple cardboard tube.

Colorful Turkey Craft

Turn paper plates into colorful turkeys featuring unique color palettes. This is a great craft to keep the kids busy […]