Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

LEGO Playdough Gingerbread House

This fun twist on the classic gingerbread house uses two things kids love: Legos and playdough! Brick by brick, kids can […]

Christmas Cookie Decorating

Trying to keep the kids busy on a cold day? Set up a fun Christmas Cookie Decorating station! It’s a […]

Cookie Cutter Wall Art

Cookie cutters are great for more than just baking. Follow the steps to make a festive wall decoration that won’t […]

Paper Lights Garland

Decorate for Christmas with this colorful paper light garland. With just paper, yarn and glue, you can add a festive […]

Easy Snowflake Ornaments

Make these easy snowflake ornaments with just a few supplies. They’re fun to display on the tree, to dangle off gift bags, […]

Felt Hanging Ornament

Make lovely ornaments out of colorful felt. They’re pretty, inexpensive, and only take a few minutes to make.

Fingerprint Christmas Art

Fingerprint Christmas Art is a fun and easy holiday project for kids of all ages. The tutorial includes a printable.

Holly Earrings

Get in the holiday spirit with these pretty holly-inspired beaded earrings. They’re fun to wear and make a great gift.

Reindeer Holiday Wreath

This reindeer wreath couldn’t be cuter! It’s a lot of fun to make and looks fabulous hanging on the front door […]

Quilled Star Earrings

Turn strips of paper into intricate earrings that are perfect for the Christmas season. They also make wonderful gift toppers […]

Gingerbread Cake Pops

These gingerbread cake pops look and taste like gingerbread. They’re a fun treat to make for any winter get-together.

Festive Holiday Garland

This fun and festive Holiday Garland comes together really quickly.  It’s a great way to display your very favorite Christmas […]

Quilled Christmas Wreath

Quilling is fun, easy and inexpensive. Try making these beautiful Christmas wreaths this winter.

Glittered Pine Cones

These glittered pine cones make a beautiful decoration for winter. It’s easy to do and a fun way to bring a […]

Beaded Santa Claus Earrings

Make a pair of festive Santa Claus earrings to wear this holiday season. They’re best for teens with some beading […]

Gilded Christmas Cookie Container

Turn a plain takeout container into a beautiful, gold-embellished container. It’s perfect for sharing homemade treats with teachers, neighbors and […]

Peg Doll Angel Ornament

Make gorgeous wooden peg doll angel ornaments with customizable wings. This simple craft is perfect for Christmas time.

Beaded Christmas Ball Keychain

This beaded Christmas ball makes a cute keychain, but could also be an eye-catching necklace, a zipper pull, or an […]

Holiday Card Gift Boxes

Don’t toss holiday cards after Christmas has passed! Turn them into gorgeous gift boxes to use next year.

Rustic Wood Decoupage Ornament

Can you believe this darling ornament was once a paper napkin? This cute cardinal rustic wooden Christmas ornament is so […]

Candy Cane Felt Pouch

Make your own Candy Cane Felt Pouch to fill with all sorts of goodies. This is an easy and affordable […]

Rustic Tree Ornament

Create a rustic Christmas tree ornament from cedar shims. It looks beautiful displayed on the mantle, hanging from the tree […]

Quilled Paper Snowflakes

Create intricate snowflake designs from nothing but strips of paper and a little glue! Embellish with a rhinestone and add thread to […]

Christmas Play Dough

This easy holiday play dough has only four ingredients. Use it with cookie cutters to make Christmas ornaments.

Twine-Wrapped Star Ornament

Wrap popsicle sticks with twine to make this beautiful rustic star ornament. It’s inexpensive and a lot of fun.

Glowing Angel Ornament

This glowing angel ornament is fun to make and is a perfect addition to any Christmas tree. It looks great […]

Pom Pom Felt Stockings

These cute felt pom pom stockings are the perfect favor size to stuff with treats! They’re easy to make and […]

Glitter-Striped Wrapping Paper

Turn plain wrapping paper into something spectacular with just double stick tape and glitter. It’s so easy to do and […]

Midnight Snow Scene

Grab that rarely-used white crayon and a sheet of black construction paper to create a midnight snow scene. Be creative […]

Gingerbread Cookie Dough Gift

Give the gift of gingerbread! It makes an inexpensive and thoughtful gift for teachers, coaches, babysitters or other special people […]

Candy Cane Keychain

This cute candy cane keychain can also be used as a tree ornament or hung in a window. Make a bunch […]

Modern Christmas Wreath

Create this modern twist on a homemade Christmas wreath. It’s easier than you might think!

Christmas Ribbon Flower

Create a pretty red and green ribbon flower this Christmas. Attach it to a barrette to wear it in your […]

Etched Snowflake Candy Jar

This pretty etched jar is easy to make and is a beautiful way to give sweet treats to someone special […]

Quilled Holly Leaf Gift Tags

Make dimensional gift tags for Christmas featuring festive quilled holly leaves. It’s so easy to do and adds such a […]

Foam Snowman

Make an adorable foam snowman to decorate the house this Christmas. All it takes is a little patience and time.

Recycled K Cup Gnomes

Recycle those coffee K Cups and make these cute holiday gnomes. They’re so easy and look adorable on the mantle or […]

Stuffed Christmas Tree

Introduce children to simple hand-sewing with this easy stuffed Christmas tree craft. It uses a basic whip stitch and only […]

Mini Ribbon Wreath Ornament

This darling mini wreath is easy to make and can be easily customized with your favorite color and style. It’s […]

Faux Christmas Cookies

These foam Christmas cookies look good enough to eat! Make them in any shape. There’s so much room for creativity!

Quilled Christmas Ornament

Create a stunning quilled ornament from strips of paper. It’s surprisingly easy and inexpensive to make and looks fantastic.

Winter Candy Bouquet

This cute Candy Bouquet is a fun gift to give during winter. It’s easy to customize with the recipient’s favorite colors and […]

Paper Christmas Balls

Turn old Christmas cards or other holiday prints into beautiful orbs to hang on the tree. They also look great […]

Gumball Machine Ornament

Turn an empty spool and a plain glass ornament into an adorable gumball machine ornament. It’s easy to do and […]

Sticker-Resist Stamped Card

Create a unique holiday card, birthday card or thank you card using stickers and stamps! It’s a lot of fun […]

Christmas Countdown

Looking forward to Christmas? Count down the days with this altered clipboard!

Quilled Cross Ornament

Turn strips of paper into a stunning quilled cross ornament. Hang it on the tree or use it as a […]

R2-D2 Christmas Ornament

This R2-D2 Christmas ornament is made from felt and a film canister. It is the perfect little droid for the […]

Down the Chimney Cookie Platter

The Down the Chimney cookie platter is completely edible, so it can be your dessert AND your décor! It’s quite simple […]

Painted Candles

Transform ordinary candles into something special! These painted candles make a beautiful centerpiece or a thoughtful gift.

Snowman Lunch

Make mealtime special with this fun snowman lunch! It’s easy to do and kids can be creative using their favorite […]

Christmas Tree String Art

Follow the patterns to make this cute Christmas tree string art and a festive ornament. It takes a little patience, […]

Money Ornament

This Money Ornament looks like a million bucks, but can be made for under $20. This is a great gift for […]

Beaded Holly Ornament

Use beads and wire to make a beautiful holly ornament for Christmas. Add a pin to wear it as a […]

Quilled Paper Christmas Card

Handmade Christmas cards make a unique, thoughtful gift. Anyone would love to receive this beautiful, dimensional quilled card.