Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Origami Swan

Origami is one of the most inexpensive crafts a kid can do. This swan is a great project to help young […]

Pom Pom Birds in a Nest

Make a cute nest of birds using twigs and other nesting materials you can find outside.  A fun project for […]

Plastic Easter Egg Chicks

Ring in Spring with a cute Easter chick craft for kids. Take paper shreds and plastic eggs and turn ’em […]

Soft Easter Animals

Turn cardboard and cotton balls into fluffy little Easter animals. Make one or make them all!

Bird Nest Cake

Create a beautiful cake that looks like a bird’s nest. A perfect treat for Easter or any day in spring.

Craft Stick Spring Birds

Make beautiful birds from craft sticks and colorful feathers! A fun springtime craft for kids.

Swallows on a Stick

Draw swallows and glue them with ribbons in a stick and you have a fun spring craft!

Spring Chick Plushie

These little birds are easy to sew for beginners. Make a few to put into Easter baskets or just have […]

E is for Eagle

This letter of the week craft works with the letter E – E is for Eagle. The kids can make […]

Shoebox Penguin

Kids will love making this fun, inexpensive, shoebox penguin craft. The adorable penguin can double as storage for the a […]

Color a Spring Banner

4 fun and free pages to print, color and hang to create a vibrant banner, which will hopefully help spring […]

Paper Heart Penguin

This adorable penguin will steal your heart. It’s easy to make and requires only construction paper, googly eyes, scissors and […]

Gelatin Birdseed Feeder

Make birdseed feeders for the birds around your home with 3 easy ingredients. No peanut butter! A safe alternative for […]

Plastic Bottle Penguins

You’ll want to dig through your recycling bin to make these adorable penguins. A perfect project for winter.

Owl Pillow Box

Dress up plain kraft pillow boxes as colorful owls. A great way to wrap a small gift.

Turkey Bow Headband

Make an adorable turkey headband to wear this Thanksgiving. So cute and so fun.

Almond Bird Ornament

Turn an almond into an adorable bird ornament! A fun way to bring a touch of nature to your Christmas […]

Turkey Puzzle

The first step to making this adorable turkey puzzle is to take a nature walk to gather supplies. Kids will […]

Cereal Box Turkey

Create an adorable turkey from paper and a recycled cereal box. It’s a fun and festive way for your kids […]

Turkey Treat Holder

Create an adorable foam turkey to hold all sorts of treats for your Thanksgiving celebration. A fun project for the […]

No-Sew Stuffed Turkey

This is a fun no-sew craft for kids for Thanksgiving, inspired by the classic knotted fleece blankets and pillows. The […]

Handprint Turkey Softie

Create a stuffed turkey using your handprint as the pattern. A fun sewing project for a beginner. There are also […]

Owls in the Night

Painting a beautiful scene of owls on a snowy night is easy with this tutorial. A fun project for home […]

Cork Owls

Turn a cork and some craft scraps into the most adorable owls. There’s plenty of room for creativity!

Turkey Favor

Create a cute little turkey from a Hershey’s Nugget, cardstock and googly eyes. They’re easy to make and a fun […]

Fabric Owl Collage

Create a beautiful owl collage using fabric scraps. Each is one-of-a-kind and special to your child.

Stone Owls

These owls are so easy to make and each is one-of-a-kind. A fun nature activity ideal for a group of […]

Sequin Owl

Make an adorable owl note card using card stock and sequins. Note: After following the link below you will need […]

Button Place Cards

Turn buttons into cute turkeys to make these Thanksgiving place cards. A perfect project to occupy the kids while the […]

Paper Plate Pop-Up Turkey

This paper plate pop-up turkey is easy and fun for kids of all ages. Use the completed turkeys to decorate […]

Stone Owls

Make adorable owls from smooth stones you find outside. Go on a nature hike and collect your stones, wash them […]

Cardboard Owls

These magical cardboard owls are all dressed up for Halloween! Make some of your own to decorate your space in […]

Owl Babies

This adorable craft was inspired by Martin Waddell’s book, “Owl Babies.” Perfect for an owl unit in the classroom or […]

Handprint Pigeons

If your kids love Mo Willems’ pigeon books, this is the perfect craft for you. It incorporates stamping (the handprint […]

Handprint Hen

Transform your child’s handprint into a cute little hen. Fun, easy and inexpensive and great for a farm unit or […]

Handprint Rooster

This rooster is easy to make and uses materials you probably have already. Perfect for R Week or for everyday […]

Owl Wreath

Start with a mini grapevine wreath to make this adorable owl. This project is perfect to get your home ready […]

Lunch Bag Kite

Let your imagination soar and make a flock of paper bag kites. Or make other animal faces. The sky’s the […]

Angry Birds Party Favor

It’s easy to change party favors to fit your own theme. These Angry Birds mazes started as smily faces. Learn […]

Foil Pan Bird Feeder

This fun and simple bird feeder craft can be made from recycled items from around your home! Aluminum foil pans […]

Golden Peacock

To the Dai people of China, the peacock is revered as a symbol of peace, happiness, good fortune and beauty. […]

Quilled Bird Necklace

Quilling has been around for centuries and is one of the most inexpensive crafts of all. You’ll be surprised at […]

Flamingo Handprint Craft

Make beautiful flamingoes from your child’s handprints. This is perfect for a study of birds, during “F Week” or just […]

Eagle Handprint T-shirt

Make a patriotic eagle t-shirt using your child’s handprints. Perfect for Memorial Day, July 4th, Veteran’s Day, or any occasion!

Bird Field Guides

Make your own bird field guide featuring species you regularly see in your area. What an easy and inexpensive way […]

Handprint Bird Card

This adorable bird card is quick, easy, and fun to make. It’s perfect for Mother’s Day or any occasion. Would […]

Silly Bird Marionette

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

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 […]

Spring Classroom Display

Make a wonderful spring display with your students! Swallows in their colorful nests, a caterpillar, butterflies and flowers make a […]

Paper Mache Robin Eggs

Celebrate spring by making an adorable robin in a paper mache egg. Substitute a chick for Easter or make this […]

Rock Crow Craft

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

Washi Tape Birds

Decorate these pretty paper birds using washi tape! This is a fun project for teenagers and preteens to practice their […]

Cardinal Ornament

This cute cardinal ornament that will look beautiful set in the branches of your tree. Here’s an easy tutorial that […]

Hands and Feet Paper Turkey

Hands and Feet Paper Turkey Handprint and footprint crafts are always a big hit with the kids. Use construction paper […]