Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Paper Plate Bunny

Turn a paper plate into an adorable bunny. This easy craft is fun for all ages.

Sock Doll Bowling Set

Create an indoor-friendly bowling set made out of socks. The characters double as dolls for pretend play and will inspire […]

Toilet Paper Roll Snowmen

Make a fun winter craft with these cute cardboard tube snowmen. There are so many possibilities to stretch your creativity […]

Shredded Paper Snowman

Next time you empty the shredder, use the shredded paper to make these fun snowmen. It’s a great way to […]

Snowman Milk Bottles

Dress up milk bottles to look like adorable snowmen! These are so much fun to use throughout winter.

Paper Plate Christmas Tree Garland

Turn paper plates into a garland of beautiful Christmas trees! Decorate them with buttons, sequins, craft foam, construction paper, or […]

Thankful Styrofoam Turkey

Styrofoam discs and paint become a fun Thanksgiving project for the kids. This is a great way to remember and […]

Pet Rocks

  Pet Rocks Pet rocks are a neat way to express your creativity and your own personal style. Whether it’s a cute […]

Coffee Can Scarecrow

This adorable scarecrow is made from a coffee can. It looks so festive on the porch, on the mantel, or  […]

Owl Cards

These owl cards are as easy to make as they are cute! Start with patterned paper or construction paper and […]

Cardboard Tube Crow

Cardboard Tube Crow As fall approaches we always seem to think about scarecrows–but what about the crows themselves? This cute […]

Tinker Creatures

Tinker around to build some cool and one-of-a-kind creatures! This project is a great way to use up any leftover craft […]

Easy Star Button Wreath

This festive wreath is made using a paper plate, stars, buttons and ribbon. Let the kids use their imagination to […]

Cotton Ball Cat

By covering a paper cup with cotton balls, you can make this fuzzy looking kitty cat.

Graduation Cap Card

Way To Go Grad Card Help your favorite grad celebrate his/her achievement by making this homemade card for graduation. It […]

Button Necklace

Make your own fun fabric button necklace! They’re infinitely customizable, quite affordable, and so pretty.

Egg-O Math Game

Repurpose an egg carton and turn it into challenging math game. A great way to keep math fresh in their […]

Camp Banner

Decorate construction paper with colorful buttons and hang this banner above your bunk, on the door or on the wall […]

Cute as a Button Shamrock

It is so easy to create a cute shamrock using buttons and a clothespin. It makes a fun refrigerator magnet […]

Cardboard Tube Pig

Pigs are one of the best animals to make into a craft. They are simple, adorable, and don’t require a […]

Spoon Snowflake Craft

Gather up some beads, buttons, gems, or whatever else you have on hand to decorate this festive snowflake craft made […]

Paper Plate Snowman

Paper Plate Snowman Make a jumbo snowman for your front door or a smaller one for your room. Either way […]

Clothespin Car

Kids will love making their own Clothespin Cars! Set up a simple ramp and challenge the entire family to a […]

100 Days of School “Pizza”

Celebrate the 100th day of school with this homemade “pizza”. Use your imagination to top your pizza with 100 pizza […]

Burlap and Doily Luminaries

Create gorgeous luminaries using burlap and doilies. Follow the steps exactly, or experiment with different ribbons, buttons, twine, and fabrics […]

Paint Stick Snowmen

This simple snowman craft is made from recycled paint stir sticks. Use felt, buttons and toothpicks to transform these from […]

Gingerbread Puffy Paint

Make your own Gingerbread Puffy Paint, a delicious-smelling winter sensory art experience. Sensory play mixed with winter crafts – what […]

Santa’s Clothesline

Ho Ho Ho! Hang Santa’s clothesline from a shelf or even drape it on your tree for some whimsical fun!

Mason Jar Lid Snowman

This cute snowman made from mason jar canning bands is sure to be a conversation piece. Part rustic, part modern, […]

Baby Owl

This adorable baby owl is made from a foam ball and yarn. “Owl” bet this craft project will be a […]

Clothespin Button Racers

Racecars made from everyday household items. Boys and girls can challenge each other to show who can build the fastest […]

Monster Tooth Pillow

This adorable monster is ready to gobble up your tooth and spit out some money in return! Boys will especially […]

Monster Popsicle Snuggies

These no-sew Popsicle holders are sure to keep those little fingers from freezing! They are made from felt and buttons […]

Bottle Cap Horse

This ragdoll-inspired horse is made of bottle caps and buttons. He’s quite the conversation piece!

Spoon Snowflake

Turn spoons into a cool snowflake! There’s lots of room for creativity with this simple winter craft idea.

Snowman Play Dough Kit

Make sparkling snow play dough, then put together snowman craft kits. They make a wonderful gift for crafty kids to […]

No-Sew Snowman Pillow

These adorable snowman pillows are made out of polar fleece, felt, buttons, and poly fill… with no sewing required. What […]

Christmas Slime Jars

These slime jars are so cute. They’re a fun and easy gift kids can make and give at Christmas.

Fluffy Santa Slime

This fluffy Santa Slime is so fun for Christmas! The adorable santa jar would make a cute gift too.

Fish Pillow

This adorable fish pillow is an easy project for sewing novices to tackle. Use your creativity when choosing the body […]

Scrappy Robot Magnets

It only takes about 30 minutes to transform scrap wood and extra hardware into adorable robot magnets. There are so […]

Pineapple Necklace

Create a darling pineapple necklace using buttons and felt. This is a great project to help young crafters develop fine […]

Cardboard Flower Power Wreath

Gather scrap cardboard and turn it into a whimsical flower wreath. The whole family can work together to make this simple wreath.

Button Doll

Dig into your button and bead supply to make this cute doll. There are lots of ways to personalize it.

Decorated Summer Hat

Use paint pens, buttons, and your creativity to personalize a store-bought hat. It’s a perfect activity for summer!

Drinking Straw Bead Necklace

Make simple necklaces from colorful drinking straws. They’re a great way for young crafters to develop fine motor skills or to work […]

Bolo Tie

Make your own bolo tie using buttons and beads. It’s easy to do and fun to wear something you made […]

Button-and-Cup Toy

Turn an egg carton into a simple toy that dates back hundreds of years. Make your own, then practice until […]

Button Lamp Shade

Add pops of color to a plain lamp with some buttons. This simple craft is easy to do and is […]

Easter Egg Button Wreath

Colorful buttons with flowing ribbons on an egg-shaped wreath make a beautiful decoration for Easter. It’s so easy to do!