Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cork Penguin

An old cork gets a new life as a cute penguin! It’s a fun craft for a cold winter’s day.

Turkey Placecards

Make these turkey place cards for your holiday table using corks and feathers. The kids can personalize each one themselves, […]

Painted Jars Photo Holders

Create beautiful photo holders using paint swirled in empty glass bottles. These make wonderful gifts for teachers, babysitters, coaches, or […]

Cork Mouse

This cute little mouse is a fun project for school age children to make. Use the suggested materials or try […]

Shamrock Stamping

Make your own shamrock shaped stamps from wine corks and a rubber band! It’s a great activity for St. Patrick’s […]

Origami Christmas Trees

Create a forest of origami trees using paper and a cork. It’s an easy project for kids who are origami […]

Cork Snowman

This sweet little snowman ornament started as an old cork. Kids will love this trash-to-treasure project.  

Cork-Stamped Chicks

Use a cork to stamp some super-cute chicks for spring. It’s fun, fast, inexpensive and easy!

Cork Reindeer

Turn a used cork into a cute little reindeer. It makes a fun ornament or topper for a gift.

Pumpkin Hat

Make a cute pumpkin hat using a paper bowl. Fun to wear for Halloween, Thanksgiving or on any other fall […]

Recycled Puppet Toy

Make this fun marionette puppet toy from recycled items! It costs practically nothing since the materials are all items you might […]

Pumpkin Slime

Dress up slime so it looks like a pumpkin and you have an easy-to-make Halloween gift idea that’s lots of […]

Cork American Flag

It doesn’t get any more patriotic than the American flag. Not only is this cork craft cute, but it’s inexpensive, […]

Cork Boats

Make boats from corks, craft sticks and craft foam. If the weather is warm, sail them in a pool or […]

Floating Pelican

Create a pelican that floats on a cork. You can draw your own bird or use the printable.

Cork Succulent Magnets

Bring nature indoors with these colorful Cork Succulent Magnets. They add such a fun touch to the fridge.

Cork Santa Gnome

Create a tomte Santa gnome using a cork as the base. It makes a great ornament or gift topper.

Touchy Feely Frames

Babies and toddlers will love exploring the textures of these Touchy Feely Frames! It’s so easy to do and such […]

Plastic Spoon Catapult

Turn a plastic spoon and a few other common materials into a working catapult. It’s safe and very kid-friendly.

Cork Sailboats

Get ready for summer sailing adventure play at home or at the seaside. These adorable little boats are easy to […]

Cork Dolls

It’s easy to turn corks and scraps of fabric into cute little dolls! Each one has its own personality.

Nail Polish Hearts

These beautiful hearts take only 10 minutes to make. Nail polish gives them their beautiful, rich color.

Shoebox Sleigh

Turn an empty shoebox, some corks, 4 candy canes and other items into a fun parade float! It makes a […]

Jar Lid Coaster

These jar lid coasters couldn’t be easier to make! Use vintage flea market finds or add gesso and paint to lids […]

Cupcake Stamp

Create your own cupcake stamp, then use it to decorate an apron, t-shirt or anything else. Older children can make […]

Stamped Wine Cork Necklace

These Stamped Wine Cork Necklaces are easy to make and really cute. They’re a great craft for a teen or […]

Cork Trivet

Pick up a bag of corks at your local craft store and use them to make this cute trivet! It’s […]

Wine Cork Corkboard

Make a fun corkboard to display photos or post notes using wine corks and hot glue. It’s easy to do!

Reindeer Place Cards

Make reindeer place cards for this year’s holiday dinner. Twigs and googly eyes make it quick, easy, inexpensive and super […]

Cork Turkey Place Cards

These cork turkey place card holders are fun to make and so easy. This inexpensive craft is a fun way […]

Glass Jack-o-Lanterns

Turn a mason jar into an adorable jack-o-lantern. This easy craft idea makes a great Halloween decoration.

Hanging Jewelry Organizer

Make a stylish hanging jewelry organizer out of wood, cork and decorative hooks and knobs. It’s fun to make and […]

DIY Tic Tac Toe

Our DIY tic-tac-toe game is simple and inexpensive. It’s easy to make at home and is a great activity to […]

Make Your Own Cork Stamps

We collected the cork from the wine bottles that we had during the holidays and turned them into cork stamps!

Cork Christmas Tree

Corks get a new purpose when they’re transformed into cute little Christmas trees. Decorate them with glitter, sequins, or anything […]

Cork Angel

Turn a cork and a few other basic materials into a beautiful angel. Make one as a tree decoration or […]

Tissue Box Nativity

Create a beautiful Nativity using a recycled tissue box. The best part is that the kids can play with this […]

Cork Owls

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

Oatmeal Container Drum

Turn an ordinary oatmeal container into a functional drum that doubles as a snack carrier! Felt help control the sound, […]

Pirate Treasure Map

Make your own pirate treasure map and go on a treasure hunt in your own backyard! A fun project the […]

Peanut Butter Piggy Bank

This adorable piggy bank is easy for little hands to get in and out of. The smaller size means it […]

Thankful Cork Necklaces

We love this creative idea of recycling not only wine corks but also magazines into fun necklaces with special messages. […]

Cork Snake

Make use of old corks or grab a bag of them from the craft store for this fun animal craft. […]

Wood & Cork Pumpkin

Using some scrap wood, acrylic paint, hot glue, and Mod Podge you can create a beautiful and unique wooden pumpkin. […]