Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Yarn-Wrapped Blue Jay

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

Felt Leaf Wreath

Decorate for fall with an easy-to-make felt leaf wreath. The template provides just the right size leaves for a wreath that’s […]

Cardboard Surfboard

This cardboard surfboard is bright, colorful, and ready to ride the pretend waves! This is a simple craft that kids […]

Cardboard Tube Bulldozer

Gather up a few recycled items from around the house to make your own bulldozer. Follow the easy step-by-step instructions […]

Cardboard Rocket

Turn cardboard mailing tubes into rockets that are perfect for pretend play. This project requires adult help.

Pyramids at Sunset Project

Create an eye-catching mixed media representation of the Egyptian pyramids at sunset. Each is different and they are all beautiful.

Twig and Cereal Craft

This simple craft combines nature elements and food art. It’s a fun project that will really stretch your creativity!

Cardboard Playhouse

Design a castle or a barnyard playhouse using cardboard. This fun quiet time craft can be folded up and taken […]

Cardboard Fashion Rings

These cute, fashionable rings are made from recycled cardboard and fabric. Girls will have so much fun stretching their creativity […]

Book Folding Fairy House

Turn a damaged paperback book into a work of art. This beautiful fairy house is made with a folding technique, […]

Cereal Box Postcards

Kids love sending and receiving mail. How fun would it be to receive one of these colorful postcards, made completely […]

Woven Cereal Box Sun

Using some cardboard from a cereal box and some yarn, your kids can make this adorable woven sun! It’s a […]

A-Maze-ing Marble Mazes

These miniature marble mazes are made from repurposed cardboard boxes and drinking straws. This is such a fun project that […]

A Rollicking Rocket

Transform a cardboard box into a rocket ship that any alien would be proud of. Use cardboard, paint and other […]

Woven Milk Carton

Make a fun basket by weaving a milk carton. Simply weave yarn or string in between flaps you cut in […]

Toy Car Bridge and Tunnel

Entertain your kids with a simple (but fun!) project made with materials you have on hand. They’ll love playing with […]

Cardboard TV

Make a cardboard TV out of a snack box. It’s a great way to show off kids’ art and unplug […]

Creative Cardboard Cars

Turn cardboard boxes and a few other household items into these creative cars. It’s a fun rainy day project or […]

Easy Kids Witch Hats

These adorable witch’s hats are a fun craft for Halloween. Kids will love decorating the hats however their imagination dictates.

Minion Hat

Use the template to make an adorable minion hat. There are also instructions to make a minion goggles mask.

Desktop Organizer

Desktop Organizer Kids can make this adorable desktop organizer to hold all their supplies! Cubbies on top hold glue, erasers, […]

Van Gogh Sunflower

Make a stunning mixed-media piece, inspired by Van Gogh’s sunflowers. This project is not difficult, but requires multiple days of […]

Cardboard Camper Playhouse

Make a mini version of an airstream camper using old cardboard. The kids can have unlimited adventures in this little […]

Shell Fairies

Wondering what to do with all of those seashells that the kids collected on your last vacation? Read on…we’ll show […]

Farm Animal Magnets

Chenille stems and felt scraps are used to make these adorable farm animal magnets. Easy to make from craft items […]

Textured Basketball Craft

This textured basketball is created with a very clever technique, using something you almost certainly have on hand. Check it […]

Indoor Putting Green

With a cardboard box, an old green towel and a plastic cup, you can create a homemade putting green! This […]

Cereal Box Valentine Holder

Recycle cereal boxes into fun and festive valentine holders. A fun weekend or classroom project, just in time for Valentine’s […]

Carpet Golf

Now the kids can play mini golf all year ‘round! Using items from around the house, create a fun course […]

Monster Masks

Get creative and make these fun monster masks with your kids. Use all kinds of crafty things like pom poms, […]

DIY Viking Ship

Make the Vikings come alive by recreating a longship for your kids to play in! Made from recycled cardboard and […]

Egg Carton Flower Pendant Light

We’re getting creative and turning egg cartons into flower pendant lights! Teenage girls will love making these pretty lights to […]

Colorful Craft Stick Wreath

Create a colorful wreath using craft sticks. This bright and cheery wreath is easy to make and lots of fun.

Cardboard Cowboy Boot

Turn a piece of cardboard into a decorated cowboy boot, using a kid-safe technique to simulate leatherwork. It’s lots of […]

Yarn Bowl

Make yourself a cute yarn bowl using just a handful of simple materials you probably have on hand! It looks […]

Cardboard Tombstones

Decorate for Halloween with these cardboard tombstones. Paper mache, textured spray paint, and glue gun spiderwebs make them look so […]

Cereal Box Backpack Charms

It’s easy to transform an empty cereal box (or leftover cardboard) into customized backpack charms that add flair to any […]

Medieval Chandelier

Use cardboard tubes, posterboard, and other basic craft supplies to create an awesome medieval chandelier. It makes a great decoration […]

Cardboard Toy Robots

See the creativity bursting forth as kids make their own toy robots from cardboard. Half the fun is dreaming up […]

Harry Potter Sorting Hat

Create an awesome Sorting Hat just like the one from Harry Potter. This paper mache project is great fun for […]

Swimming Marionette

Mimic the actual movements a swimmer makes with this marionette. It takes a little practice but is great fun to […]

Space Needle Science

This fun science experiment explores how towers such as the Space Needle can withstand strong winds and earthquakes. It’s a […]

Cardboard Cupcake

This cupcake looks good enough to eat! But don’t try it, since it’s made of cardboard, tissue paper, and other […]

Seashell Beach Art

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

Dream Big Wall Hanging

Create an inspirational “Dream Big” wall plaque using recycled materials and some glitter. What a wonderful recycling project for kids (or […]

Yarn-Wrapped Tulips

Wrap cardboard tulips with colorful yarn to make a pretty spring bouquet. It’s an easy fine motor activity for young […]

Seahorse Wall Sculpture

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

Mixed Media Rainbow Fish

Make a beautiful mixed-media Rainbow Fish inspired by Marcus Pfister’s book. Drywall compound provides great texture and is a fun […]

Plastic Lid Christmas Tree

Plastic Lid Christmas Tree Turn plastic lids and some sparkly embellishments into a Christmas tree. It’s a fun way to […]

Gingerbread Man Ornament

This simple gingerbread man ornament looks great hanging from a Christmas tree, doorknob or anywhere else you want to add […]

Letter T Tree

Make this ‘T is for Tree’ craft during T Week or as a part of a study of trees. This fun […]

Cardboard Airport

Create an airport out of cardboard for hours of pretend play! You can even add lights, just like a real […]

Cardboard Dragon

Create a cardboard dragon with cardboard boxes and other materials. They’re great fun for a dragon-themed party, a dragon costume, […]

Plastic Spoon Peacock

This stunning peacock is made from plastic spoons and cotton swabs. It’s easy to do and looks spectacular!

Cardboard Star-Spangled Banner

This Star-Spangled Banner project combines math, history and art to make a replica of the flag that inspired Francis Scott […]