Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Homemade Felt Flowers

There are so many uses for felt flowers, from homemade barrettes and pins and headbands to dressing up magnets, frame […]

Teddy Bear Ear Headband

Make an adorable set of teddy bear ears for a costume or everyday pretend play. It’s easy to adapt to […]

Mini Sombrero

Mini Sombrero Decorate for Cinco de Mayo with this adorable mini sombrero. It’s a  quick and easy craft that’s simple enough for […]

Cardboard Tube Moses

Turn a cardboard tube into a model of Moses! Then use your finished Moses craft during Sunday School, a Passover […]

Decoupage Napkins onto Coasters

It’s quick and easy to make custom coasters with printed napkins. Choose your favorite pack of napkins from the store, […]

Chirpy Chicks

Add some whimsy to your spring decorations with these adorable chicks. Start by making your own pom poms, then dress […]

Ladybug Fabric Scrap Magnets

These colorful little ladybug magnets are so cute! They make great gifts and are perfect for using up all those […]

Spring Flowerpot Pals

Turn tiny clay pots into charming animal pals, including a sheep, chick, and bunny! This project is so much fun […]

Leprechaun Finger Puppets

Make cute finger puppets for St. Patrick’s Day with simple crafting supplies. Make enough for every finger to put on […]

Pom Pom Critter

Create your own version of a pom pom critter. It can resemble a real animal, or come completely from your […]

Felt Love Bugs

These sweet little love bugs are filled with rice, feel soft and squishy, and fit snugly into the palm of […]

Rainbow Felt Pillow

This cute rainbow felt pillow is so colorful and happy! It’s an easy sewing project for kids.

Oatmeal Container Drum

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

Glove Finger Puppets

Make adorable finger puppets using the fingers from mismatched or outgrown gloves. This is a great project for kids, with […]

Conversation Heart Soaps

Dip felt hearts into glycerin soap to make these cute Valentine’s Day soaps. Stash a few in a backpack or […]

Craft Stick White House

The U.S. President lives in a very special house called the White House. We’ve recreated his house using craft sticks […]

Felt Succulents

You don’t need a green thumb to keep these plants looking great year-round! These felt succulents are easy to do […]

Cork Penguin

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

Groundhog Play Set

Learn how to make your own groundhog — complete with shadow and burrow! Isn’t it adorable?

Holiday Felt Board

Create a winter felt board using holiday themed fabrics and felt. Kids will have lots of fun creating their own […]

Candy Cane Snowmen

Dress up your candy canes as cute little snowmen. This is easy to do and requires minimal supplies, making it […]

Snowman Banner

Whether or not you have snow where you live, the kids will have a great time making this snowman banner. […]

Snow Family Finger Puppets

Snow Family Finger Puppets Recycle a child’s glove to make these adorable finger puppets. A fun winter project for a […]

Felt Christmas Tree

Create a beautiful tree ornament from circles of colorful felt. Young children will need adult help, but school age children […]

Snowman Ball Ornament

Snowman Ball Ornament Here’s an adorable snowman ornament you can make with your kids. Makes a fun homemade gift too! […]

Felt Dreidel Ornaments

Use these beautiful Hanukkah ornaments to decorate for the holidays or as gift toppers. You can even use them for […]

Thanksgiving Baby Bib and Onesie

Dress up your little one for turkey dinner with super cute (and easy!) Thanksgiving baby bib and onesie iron-on templates. […]

Cardboard Box Mailbox

Turn a recycled cardboard box into a play mailbox that’s ready to hold a lot of mail. It’s great for […]

Popcorn Box Macaw

Create a popcorn box that looks like a macaw, right down to its tasty candy-covered popcorn feathers. What fun!

Recycled Can Turkey

Recycled Can Turkey Turn an empty vegetable can into a cute turkey for Thanksgiving. Can be used to hold pens […]

Paper Cup Owl

This wise old owl starts with a paper cup. Add feathers and felt to create your own.

Turkey Placecards

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

Thanksgiving Sock Turkey

Use a sock, some feathers, and a few other supplies to make a cute overstuffed turkey! This adorable decoration will […]

Tootsie Pop Turkey

This adorable turkey is made from a Tootsie Pop lollipop, a Hershey’s kiss, and a faux leaf. This edible craft […]

Vampire Bat Napkin Rings

Looking for a festive idea to decorate your Halloween table? Vampire bats napkin rings add a bit of quirky fun!

Juice Box Jack O’Lanterns

Turn empty juices boxes into cute Halloween jack-o-lanterns. They’re fun to make with so much room to be creative. 

Jack O’ Lantern Bath Pouf

Make a cute jack-o-lantern from an inexpensive bath pouf. Kids will love creating this easy Halloween craft.

Witches’ Hats

These whimsical witches’ hats are fun for both kids and adults to make! Give it a try this October.

Foam Cup Frog

Make an adorable frog from a foam cup. This craft is great fun for a forest or jungle unit.

Cardboard Tube Squirrel

Turn a cardboard tube, walnut and acorn cap into these cute squirrels. It’s the perfect recycling craft for fall that […]

No-Sew Sunflower Pillow

Sunflower Pillow This cute little sunflower pillow is so easy to make. Display it on a bed or couch, or […]

Owl Mask

Make this fun owl mask from leaves, cardstock and felt. This is great for Halloween or for everyday imaginative play!

Craft Stick Scarecrows

Use craft sticks, fabric and felt to create these fun and whimsical scarecrows. Use them for a puppet show or […]

Spoon Puppets

These fun and easy Spoon Puppets will make for hours of creative play. They’re small enough to tuck into a […]

Glitter Felt Hairbows

Make darling glittered hair bows from felt in every color of the rainbow. They are easy to make and fun […]

Sock Monsters

Don’t throw your odd socks away. Instead, transform them into monsters! This is a great project for young children, as […]

Cork Mouse

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

World Map Felt Board

Make a felt board with all of the continents of the world! A great ay to learn about geography while […]

Backpack Monster

Backpack Monster This monster will look adorable hanging from a backpack when it’s time to head back to school. It’s […]

Plastic Bottle Apples

It only take a few simple steps to make cute plastic bottle apples, a fun and creative recycling project. Use […]

Paper Plate Sunflower

Paper Plate Sunflower Turn a paper plate into a pretty sunflower! This easy craft is perfect for summer or fall. […]

Mickey Parade Waver

Going to the parade? Let Mickey lend you a hand waving on your favorite floats! The bright white felt glovereally […]

Colorful Walking Stick

Decorate a walking stick and take it with you on fun hikes in the woods or on the nature trails. […]

Mini Camping Set

Get the kids excited about camping with this fun mini camping play set, perfect for pretend play. Bring the campsite […]

Rainbow Cloud Pin Display

Create an adorable cloud with rainbow rays to display buttons and pins. You could also use it to hold barrettes […]