Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Drawstring Gift Bag

Create small, reusable drawstring gift bags for any occasion with this detailed tutorial. This little bag is a fun project […]

Doll-Sized Tent

Make a little tent that is just the right size for a mini doll. No sewing involved!

Minecraft Shirt

Turn a plain t-shirt into a Minecraft Creeper shirt that the kids will love. It’s quick and easy to make.

Recycled CD Coasters

Use decorative fabric, glue, and Mod Podge to make these fun and colorful coasters. They make a great gift.

Fabric Belt

Fashion-conscious teens will love making their own fabric belts! They’re an easy way to accessorize, and by making them yourself, […]

Fabric-Wrapped Bookends

Turn a foam cake form into cute fabric-wrapped bookends. They are so easy to make and can be customized to […]

Rainbow Fish Craft

This kid-friendly Rainbow Fish craft is easy to make and so cute. It goes along well with the classic story […]

Fabric Embroidered Bookmark

This fabric bookmark is embroidered with a name and a simple heart. This is the perfect project to teach your […]

Draft Blocker

This draft blocker is a very simple project that is suitable for young crafters who are just learning to sew. […]

Stenciled Scarf

Turn a plain scarf into a one-of-akind piece that’s fun to wear. This stenciled scarf is easy, inexpensive and awesome!

Fabric-Covered Notebook

Transform a plain notebook into something really special with this fun sewing project. It’s a great way to use scraps and […]

Dry Erase Calendar

This dry erase calendar is stylish and reusable! Keep your schedule front and center with cute fabric, printable calendar squares and […]

Puffy Hearts

Turn an old sweater into adorable puffy hearts! It’s easy to do and is a fun and unique project for Valentine’s […]

Decorated Towels

Add a personal touch to plain towels by decorating them with colorful fabrics! This is an easy sewing project for […]

Fabric-Covered Memory Book

Turn an ordinary 3-ring binder into a beautiful fabric-covered memory book. It’s easy to do and makes a great gift.

Cosmetics Bag

Teens with sewing experience will enjoy making this pretty bag to fill with cosmetics. Of course, it isn’t limited only […]

Ribbon Lanyards

Use ribbons or even scraps of fabric to make these fun lanyards. They’re perfect for holding keys, school ID, or […]

Freezer Paper Image Transfer

Use freezer paper to transfer an image or word to pillowcases, t-shirts or other fabric. This is a great project for […]

Easy Fabric Tote

This easy sewing project uses two fat quarters of fabric. It’s perfect for beginners and is fun to make.

No-Sew Painted Rug

Use canvas to paint a personalized rug that is just your style. This is a fun project for teens who want […]

Badge Holder

Create a badge holder to store school ID, a library card, or anything else. This project is most suitable for […]

Christmas Tree Garland

Use fabric scraps to make a fun garland for the mantle or the Christmas tree. This easy craft is suitable […]

Christmas Stockings

Make your own stockings with fabric that perfectly matches your style. This tutorial is suitable for beginners.

No-Sew Fabric Ornaments

Create beautiful no-sew ornaments for Christmas or year-round. These can be time-consuming to make, but the results are worth it!

Santa Sack

Sew a festive Santa Sack to hold your Christmas toy donation. It requires only basic sewing skills.

No-Sew Bow Tie

Make this easy no-sew bow tie for the dapper young man in your life. Try holiday fabrics for a fun and […]

Fabric MP3 Case

Make a fashionable fabric holder for your MP3 player that goes right over your belt, backpack strap, or other loop. […]

Button Christmas Tree

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

Candy Corn Trick-Or-Treat Bag

Create a cool candy corn inspired trick-or-treat bag using dye and a plain pillowcase! It’s so fun to do and easy […]

Fabric-Covered Headband Holder

Create a cute headband holder using an empty oatmeal container and some fun fabric. It’s easy and such a great way […]

Car Play Mat

Car play mats are fun, but expensive. Fortunately, it’s easy to make your own that the kids will love.

Fabric Owls

Create an adorable owl that is perfect for fall with this easy craft. This is a fun project for kids […]

Denim Lunch Bag

Turn worn-out blue jeans into a cute personalized lunch bag. This is very easy to make and is an excellent […]

Doll-Size Dance Bag

Make a no-sew tutu-inspired dance bag for your American Girls Dolls. It’s easy and fun with lots of creative possibilities.

Handprint Fall Tree

Create some fun handprint tree pictures to decorate for fall. Make them year after year for a beautiful display that shows your […]

God Bless America Frame

Show your love of the USA with this beautiful patriotic frame. It is very easy to make and is a […]

No Sew Bow Headband

This patriotic no-sew bow headband is cute, inexpensive, and really easy to make. A fun project for playdates, slumber parties, […]

No-Sew Semaphore Flags

Make these quick and easy no-sew semaphore flags, then have fun sending coded messages! Great for a party, in a […]

Decorated Fabric

Design your own beautiful, colorful fabric using Sharpies! This is so easy to do and produces stunning results.

Shark Pencil Pouch

Sew up a shark pencil pouch for Back to school, or any time of the year! This project is best […]

Onesie Iron-On Patterns

Deck your baby out with onesie iron-on patterns. Fabric scraps and HeatNBond make this an easy DIY.

Pencil Case

Send the kids back to school with a pencil case they make themselves! No sewing required for this easy project. You […]

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 […]

Raised Dog Bowls

Fabric, Mod Podge and a name label turn rimmed dog dishes and trash cans into a cute, personalized feeding station […]

Hexagon Hair Pin

Customize a boring bobby pin with a fun hexagon shapes flower! A great way to use up fabric scraps and […]

Light Bulb Hot Air Balloons

This adorable craft repurposes items that might otherwise be destined for the trash: water bottle caps, light bulbs, and fabric […]

No-Sew Tote Bag

Turn an old tote bag into something fresh and new with this easy tutorial. All you need is an old […]

Fabric Rose

Follow the directions to learn how to make beautiful roses from fabric! Then add those roses to hair clips, gifts, […]

Oilcloth Covers

Here’s a project you’ll want to make before heading back to school!  Turn an inexpensive, plastic organizer into a unique […]

No-Sew Purse

This no-sew purse is easy to make, much less expensive than a store-bought purse, and you can have it in whatever […]

No-Sew Fish Windsock

This fun summer fish windsock is made using canvas, fabric markers and fabric glue.  No sewing necessary!

Answer Cube Pillow

Moms, you are going to love this sewing project! It’s a basic cube shaped pillow, but each side has an […]

Patriotic Wreath Craft

Make this simple, kid-friendly wreath using items you probably already have on hand.  A fun project for July 4th or […]