Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Weaving Rainbow Fish

This colorful fish is a fun way to introduce kids to weaving. All you need is construction paper.

Mixed Media Rainbow Fish

Make a beautiful mixed-media Rainbow Fish inspired by Marcus Pfister’s book. Drywall compound provides great texture and is a fun […]

Clown Fish Friendship Bracelet

This clown fish bracelet is a fun twist on a traditional friendship bracelet. It’s just a matter of knotting cords […]

Yarn Aquarium

Use yarn and felt to create an ‘aquarium’ for hands-on play. Young children will love arranging the fish and helping […]

Underwater Felt Animals

Make an ocean’s worth of felt animals, then use them for storytelling or creative play. Add a small felt board […]

Felt Ocean Key Chain

This adorable keychain is made of felt and decorated with seed beads. It’s a great project for kids who are […]

Portable Felt Board

Keep the kids busy in the car, at a restaurant, or in a waiting room with this fun felt board. […]

Paper Plate Fish

Make a school of colorful fish from paper plates! Decorate them with paint, sequins, feathers, pom poms or anything else you […]

Glass Bead Fish Pendant

Create a cute fish pendant using glass beads. Then add it to a bracelet or necklace, or use it as […]

Bottle and Fish Pendant Necklace

This simple jewelry project is easy enough for beginners. It’s a fast project that can easily be adapted with other pendants […]

Shark Pencil Holder

Make a Shark Pencil Holder from foam and other readily-available supplies. It’s fun for Shark Week, Scouts, summer camp, and […]

Seashell Fish

Now that you’ve brought all those seashells home from the beach, make these cute fish with the kids! A fun […]

Finding Dory Ketchup Packet Fish

Turn ketchup packages into colorful fish from the world of Finding Dory. Through a science experiment called “The Cartesian Diver,” […]

Woven Paper Fish

Use an easy weaving technique to make a colorful fish. The ends of the paper strips become the fins.

Woven Fish Hanging Ornament

Teens with macrame experience will enjoy this challenging project. The tutorial includes step-by-step photos to make it easier.

Wire-Wrapped Fish

This wire-wrapped fish is so colorful and fun. It’s best for teens with some jewelry-making experience.

Fish Pendant

With some basic wire-wrapping skills, teens can turn beads and wire into a fabulous fish pendant to wear on a […]

Quilled Fish

If you haven’t tried quilling, this fun fish is the perfect way to start! Turn the finished fish into a […]

Little Debbie Valentine Cakes

Turn store-bought mini cakes into the sweetest little valentines! There are instructions to make the fish that are pictured, along […]

Fishing Game

Young crafters will love making and playing this fun fishing game. It’s easy to do and is a great way […]

Craft Foam Stamps

Make your own fun stamps quickly and easily using precut craft foam shapes! Color them with ink or paint and you’re […]

Felt Board Farm Scene

Use the printable templates to make a complete felt board farm scene! It includes a tractor, barn, horse, pig, sun, […]

Under The Sea Printable

This printable is a fun way to encourage the kids to practice their cutting skills. It also makes a nice […]

Model Magic Finger Puppets

Create whimsical finger puppets using air-dry clay. Once you know the basic steps, the possibilities are endless!

Beaded Fish

Create an adorable fish using wire and beads. Vary the colors and make a whole school of fish!