Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Twirly Triangle Box

Make your own Twirly Triangle Boxes using this printable.  These boxes are wonderful to hold party favors, to use as […]

Pencil Holder for Teachers

Rinse and clean a can, then attach ribbon and crayons to make an adorable pencil holder. This would make a […]

Egg Carton Apple Treat

Turn egg carton cups into a cute apple that holds a tasty surprise. What a fun way to give a […]

Giant Teacher Pencil

Turn an empty Pringles container into an awesome pencil-shaped gift for your teacher. Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Week or back-to-school.

Apple Pretzels

Celebrate back-to-school with these cute and tasty apple pretzels. They make a wonderful gift for Teacher Appreciation Day or any […]

Personalized Wooden Spoons

Burning wood is such a fun way to create personalized wooden spoons! Design your own pattern to make a gift […]

Money Gift for Graduation

This adorable graduate is hiding a gift of money. It’s really easy to make – can you guess what recycled […]

Mom Appreciation Frame

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a gift that she’ll appreciate for years to come. This simple frame of envelopes holds treasured […]

Jar of Joy

A gift for the teacher from all of the students. Fill a jar full of paper hearts showing your appreciation.

Coloring Book Cactus Gift Box

Turn your completed coloring pages into one-of-a-kind gift boxes. It’s so easy to do and recipients will surely treasure the […]

‘Euro Gyro’ Money Gift

Give teens (or anyone else!) the gift of money with this clever Euro Gyro! It’s a fun surprise and easy […]

Hot Chocolate Dipping Spoons

Make a simple cup of hot cocoa extra special with these chocolate stirring spoons. Decorate the chocolate spoons with your […]

Travel Lego Box

A fun way to get your little man involved in decorating a box for his legos. This is great for […]

Party in a Block

If you can’t be with a loved one on their special day, put together a Party in a Block to […]

Fabric Covered Frame

Learn how to cover a plain frame with leftover fabric to show off a photo from a special occasion. Make […]

Bath Bomb Teacher Gifts

Homemade bath bombs make great teacher gifts, particularly when accompanied by an awesome card. This tutorial includes five different designs, […]

Handprint Owl

Capture a child’s little handprint forever by making this beautiful canvas to hang on the wall. This makes a great […]

Mermaid Sequin Fabric Notebook

Transform a plain notebook with just a bit of that mesmerizing reversible sequin mermaid fabric. Fabulous, fashionable, and so much […]

Teacher Clipboard Message Center

Recognize your teacher’s hard work and dedication to her/his students with a homemade message center. It’s a beautiful gift that […]

Dollar Bill Dispenser

Turn an empty cardboard tube into a Dollar Bill Dispenser! A creative way to give the gift of money.

Coloring Page Gift Box

Create a one-of-a-kind gift box using a completed coloring page. It’s a great way to show off your colored creations!

Coloring Page Gift Label

Turn completed coloring pages into labels for food gifts and other presents. It’s a great way to get colored creations […]

Paper Craft Box Gift

Make this cute and inexpensive paper box to hold a small gift for someone special. It’s the perfect size to […]

Coloring Book Jar Toppers

Turn a completed coloring page into adorable jar toppers for homemade strawberry jam. It’s a gift that anyone would love!

Polka Dot Coffee Cup

Create a beautiful polka dot cup in less than 30 minutes. Fill it with candies, cookies, or other treats and […]

Personalized Notebooks

These personalized notepads are easy and very inexpensive to make. They are a thoughtful gift for friends, family, a special […]

Kirigami Box

Turn two sheets of patterned paper into a beautiful kirigami box. Use it to hold a gift, a memento, or […]

Handprint Keychain

Turn kids’ handprints into a one-of-a-kind keychain. This makes a wonderful gift for parents, grandparents, or godparents.

Kids’ Artwork Magnets

Create cute, colorful refrigerator magnets that feature a child’s artwork. This makes a wonderful gift for grandparents or other special people.

Cookie Gift Box

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to make a special gift for Mom. Make this gift box and fill it […]

Garden Marker Cookies

They look like garden markers, but they’re actually tasty cookies. What a fun treat for Mother’s Day or a thoughtful gift […]

Easter Bunny Mason Jars

These Easter Bunny Mason Jars make a wonderful, thoughtful gift for practically anyone. They look so pretty on display.

Make Your Own Money Tree

If you ever wished that money grew on trees, this is the craft for you! The “dirt” is actually pennies […]

Money Christmas Card

Anyone would love to receive this fun Christmas card, featuring a tree of coins and wrapped bills underneath! It’s a […]

Cupcake Kit for Kids

This DIY cupcake kit is a great handmade gift for kids to make for Christmas, birthday or any other special […]

Winter Money Gift

Whether it’s for a birthday, Christmas or other winter occasion, fill an empty jar with ‘snow’ and nestle some cash […]

Photo Cube

This photo cube project makes an excellent holiday gift. It’s easy to do and is a gift that anyone would […]

Snowy Clear Tape Bow

Make a clear, snowy bow for a gift by using clear tape as a decorative element, not just an adhesive. What […]

Quilled Present Earrings

These cute present earrings are so much fun to wear! Follow the steps to learn how to use quilling paper […]

Santa Pants Treat Box

Fill these cute Santa Pants with candy or other treats to share with friends, neighbors, or a special teacher. When […]

Map Family Canvas

Use a map to create a beautiful canvas of the place your family calls home. This makes a wonderful gift, […]

A Tin of Money Gift

Anyone would love to receive this fun tin of money! It makes a wonderful gift for birthdays, graduations, and other […]

Sundae Gift Basket

Make an ice cream sundae box for a sweet summer gift. It’s a great activity for children to help make […]

Making Cards From Toddler Art

Turn a toddler’s abstract paintings into refrigerator-worthy cards that friends and family members will love. What a fun way to personalize […]

Eos Lip Balm Apple

Say “You’re the balm!” to a special teacher or friend with this easy lip balm apple. It only takes a […]

Money Origami Palm Tree

Turn paper money into an origami palm tree with penny coconuts. This makes a great gift for practically any occasion.

Clay Hand Ring Holder

Make this hand-shaped ring dish for Mother’s Day. It’s a thoughtful and practical gift she’ll treasure for years to come.

Molded Bath Bombs

Make yummy-smelling bath bombs to give as a gift to Mom, a special teacher, a babysitter or anyone else. They […]

Flowers of Spring Scented Candle

Bring the fresh aroma of spring flowers inside with a fragrant homemade candle. It’s easy, all-natural, and makes a wonderful gift.

Wrapping a Gift in Money

For your next gift-giving occasion, try wrapping the present with dollar bills! It’s easy to do and the money is […]