Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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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 […]

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.

‘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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

Boho-Style Gift Wrapping

A gift that’s beautifully wrapped makes the present inside even more special. This boho-inspired technique uses leather, lace, feathers, flowers, […]

Wire Heart Necklace

This simple, inexpensive wire jewelry project is great for beginners because it only requires a few inches of wire and […]

Handprint Heart Valentine

This easy and fun canvas handprint heart is perfect for Valentine’s Day! It makes a wonderful keepsake you’ll treasure for […]

Valentine’s Day Candy Bouquet

Create a bouquet for a special valentine using your recipient’s favorite candy bar. Add hearts or other decorations to an easy, […]

Painted Penguin Container

Turn an empty container into a cool painted penguin to hold toys. Give it as a gift with the presents […]

Gilded Christmas Cookie Container

Turn a plain takeout container into a beautiful, gold-embellished container. It’s perfect for sharing homemade treats with teachers, neighbors and […]

Holiday Card Gift Boxes

Don’t toss holiday cards after Christmas has passed! Turn them into gorgeous gift boxes to use next year.