Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Washcloth Reindeer

This cute reindeer is simple and quick to make. It’s a fun gift for teachers, neighbors, babysitters or coaches.

Tetra Pak Ornaments

Make cute star ornaments from Tetra Pak containers you might ordinarily throw away. It’s easy to do and takes very little […]

Easy Holiday Pine Wreath

Kids will love making this classic and festive fresh pine wreath. It looks beautiful and smells amazing.

Snowman Pencil Topper

Turn a fast food antenna ball into a cute snowman pencil topper! It’s easy to do and is so festive […]

Candy Cane Hair Clips

Make festive candy cane hair clips out of felt. They’re easy to make and fun for girls of all ages […]

Santa’s Cookie Plate

Make your own personalized plate to hold cookies for Santa. This is a fun keepsake that you can save and […]

Mason Jar Snowman

Make an adorable snowman out of a clear ornament and a mason jar. Then have fun decorating him however you […]

Cardboard Tube Gift Holders

Decorate empty cardboard tubes to hold a tasty treats for friends, neighbors, or teachers. It is so easy, inexpensive, and fun.

Beaded Snowmen

These simple beaded snowman make beautiful earrings or necklace charms for girls of all ages. You can convert it to a […]

Mock Gingerbread Ornaments

Use oven-bake clay to create beautiful gingerbread man ornaments that last for years. These make wonderful gifts.

Cross Stitch Gift Tags

Use the printable patterns to make charming cross-stitched paper gift tags for Christmas. They are easy to do and add […]

Painted Origami Star Ornaments

Turn your kids’ art into pretty paper origami star ornaments that you’ll treasure for years to come. It’s easy and […]

Personalized Mini Snow Globe

Kids will love seeing themselves in this adorable mini snow globe! This fun project is unique, inexpensive and makes a […]

Rudolph Marshmallows

Get creative with marshmallows and edible writer. Rudolph and the gang make these treats even more festive!

Easy Candy Wreath

Use individually wrapped candies to make a unique wreath. It’s fast and easy to do and makes a wonderful gift.

Christmas Sweater Serving Tray

Serve treats in a delightfully tacky Christmas Sweater Serving Tray! Start with a finger-woven edge, add all sorts of decorations, […]

Laundry Scoop Winter Scene

Repurpose plastic laundry scoops by turning them into festive winter scenes. These are beautiful hanging from the tree or sitting […]

Star Christmas Ornaments

These Star Ornaments are easy and lots of fun to make. They look beautiful on a Christmas tree, on gifts, […]

Cardboard Winter Castle

Use the template to make a fun winter cardboard castle. It’s easy to do and great fun for pretend play.

Christmas Window Clings

Have the kids make Christmas window clings to decorate for the holidays. This craft is super easy with our printable […]

Beaded Christmas Bracelet

Make a beautiful red and green beaded piece for Christmas. Wear it as a bracelet, wrap it around vase or candle […]

Footprint Reindeer

Create the cutest Christmas cards ever! They’re easy to do and because little feet have participated, they are also very […]

Wire-Wrapped Christmas Wreath

This wire-wrapped wreath is simply stunning and looks beautiful on a Christmas tree or topping a gift. A fun project […]

Beaded Santa Claus Ornament

Make a cute beaded Santa Claus ornament using red, black and transparent beads. It’s easy to do and looks great […]

Santa Claus Earrings

These cute Santa Claus earrings are a great project to introduce kids to beading and jewelry making. This project is easy […]

Candy Cane Bath Bombs

These easy-to-make bath bombs have a hint of soothing peppermint. A great homemade gift that kids can give to special relatives, […]

Button Christmas Tree

Make a cute Christmas decor using buttons, fabric, rhinestones and a shadow box. Children can sew the buttons in place or […]

Poppers Christmas Decoration

Turn a balloon and string into a cute Christmas decoration. Hang these poppers on the tree or give them as […]

Perler Bead Snowflake

Make a pretty snowflake from Perler beads this winter! It’s easy and it’s fun.

Paperclip Angel

Make an angel with a butterfly paperclip, a bead and some ribbon. It’s really simple and so pretty!

Recyclable Advent Calendar

Count down to Christmas with this clever Advent calendar. After each gift is opened, simply recycle the empty container. No […]

Nativity Finger Puppets

Follow the simple tutorial to make a complete set of Nativity Finger Puppets, including Joseph, Mary, Baby Jesus, the angel and […]

Beaded Candy Cane

Create a beautiful three-dimensional beaded candy cane ornament. Keep one for yourself and make more to give as gifts.

Candy Cane Flower Puzzle

A completely edible flower puzzle that kids can give each other on Valentine’s day! Lots of fun and easy to […]

Snowman Pops

Make these super silly snowman Rice Krispy treat lollipops for the kids. A great activity in the kitchen when it’s […]

Quilled Snowflakes

Learn how to make beautiful snowflake decorations! They are extremely simple to do…all you need is paper!

Dangle Santa Hat Earrings

Planning to make a pair of Christmas earrings at home? Here, I will show you how I make my Santa […]

Miniature Christmas Wreaths

Tutorial for miniature (real!) Christmas wreaths. Perfect for gift tags and more. Free printable Victorian ribbon banner labels.

Snowman Name Craft

This simple snowman craft is a fun project for a cold winter’s day. There is lots of room for creativity […]

Snowflake Rubbings

Make your own snowflake rubbing plates and then use them to create a winter scene. You can use the same […]

Heart Candycane Ornaments

Here are some fun and fast ornaments made from candy canes and buttons! Makes a great last minute gift as […]

Cardboard Gingerbread House

Imagine how much fun your kids would have with a life-sized gingerbread house! Construct the base from cardboard boxes, then […]

Reindeer Handprint Thank-You Cards

Help your children show their appreciation for the gifts they received by making these cute reindeer thank-you cards. This project […]

Reindeer Frame

A child’s handprints make the antlers on this adorable reindeer frame. Such a fun gift for grandparents or other special […]

Mickey String Ornament

Add a little Disney magic to your tree by crafting this sparkling Mickey ornament. It also makes a fun decoration […]

Santa Origami

Older children will have a lot of fun following the steps to make Santa origami. Note: This tutorial is written […]

Peek-a-Boo Santa

Use this “peek-a-boo” Santa as a plant stake, tuck him into wreath or place him between the branches of the […]