Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Scrap Paper Seahorse

Don’t throw out those scraps of patterned paper! Turn them into a colorful and whimsical seahorse, inspired by the artwork […]

Cupcake Liner Fish

Did you know cupcake liners make the perfect base for a kids fish craft? No matter if they are solid […]

Paper Plate Jellyfish

Make an adorable jellyfish craft with paper plate, tissue paper and yarn. It’s a fun, multi-step project that kids will […]

Cardboard Tube Zebra

Raid the recycling bin for materials to make this adorable zebra. It’s fun and inexpensive to put together.

Panda Jar

It only takes a few simple craft supplies to turn an empty jar into an adorable panda. Kids will love […]

Silly Face Applesauce Cups

Healthy doesn’t have to be boring! Add silly faces to applesauce cups to make a fun treat for your birthday […]

Paper Plate Sea Crab

Learn how to transform an ordinary paper plate into this cute crab! A fun summertime craft for your kids.

Clam Shell Critters

Here’s something to do with the clam shells the kids found at the beach. Turn them into these cute Clam […]

Seashell Turtle

Make a cute turtle using a large seashell. Easy and fun for all ages, and a great way to use […]

Cardboard Tube Mermaid

This adorable mermaid is made from a cardboard paper tube! Great for imaginative play or just for a fun decoration […]

Cardboard Tube Fish in a Bowl

Learn how to make these cute fish out of cardboard tubes. The tutorial includes the bowl pattern and a coloring […]

Ice Cream Sandwich Craft

This googly-eyed ice cream sandwich couldn’t be cuter! It’s a quick and easy construction paper craft that’s perfect for summer.

Forky from Toy Story 4

Use the same materials as Bonnie does in Toy Story 4 to make your own Forky. What a fun addition […]

Egg Carton Buggy Mobile

This adorable mobile is a time consuming project, but the results are well-worth the time invested! You can shorten the […]

Golf Flamingo

Turn a golf ball and tee into a feathered flamingo. This makes a fun gift for Dad or anyone who […]

Paper Plate Fish

Our old friend the paper plate once again is the foundation of this Paper Plate Fish craft. A fun ocean […]

Farm Animal Magnets

Chenille stems and felt scraps are used to make these adorable farm animal magnets. Easy to make from craft items […]

Money Gift for Graduation

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

Bottle Panda

Turn an empty bottle into an adorable panda. This is a fun way to use something that might otherwise be […]

Fish Baggies

Decorate a summer party with these adorable fish. This simple craft uses construction paper and is easy enough for even […]

Paper Plate Storks

This clever stork is made with paper plates and plastic spoons. The detailed photos make it so easy to replicate.

Paper Plate U.F.O.

How cute is this?! This sweet alien is flying around in an unidentified flying object that your kids can make.

Shark Paper Tube Craft

Celebrate Shark Week with this cute paper tube shark craft. It’s a fun craft to accompany a study of ocean […]

Cardboard Tube Bee

Use a recycled cardboard tube, wooden clothespins and mini doily to make a fun and easy bee craft. This simple […]

Wiggly Worms

Turn craft foam, pipe cleaners and pencils into friendly wiggly worms. This craft would also work well as a party […]

Pipe Cleaner Snake

Turn pipe cleaners, googly eyes and felt into a cute little snake. A fun, easy and inexpensive craft for a […]

Felt Hamburger

Have fun making an adorable googly-eyed hamburger that’s full of personality! I used felt, but craft foam or construction paper […]

Bottle Cap Fish

Use old bottle caps or milk caps to make an adorable ocean scene. It’s a fun way to create using […]

Paper Bag Bunny

Turn a paper bag into a cute bunny! All you need is a paper bag, construction paper, googly eyes and […]

Cone Critters

These adorable cone critters are the perfect way to display Easter candy. Make a few to hang around the house […]

Purr-fect Kitty Valentine

Our homemade kitty valentines are purr-fect for Valentine’s Day. You need only construction paper and foam stickers to make these […]

Love Bugs

These yarn Love Bugs are adorable… such a fun craft to do with your little Valentines! Give them out to […]

Egg Carton Chinese Dragons

Celebrate the Chinese New Year with a recycling project that turns cardboard egg cartons into Chinese dragons. Bring the dragons […]

Cardboard Tube Penguins

When your kids are stuck indoors on a cold winter’s day, make some penguins! This simple craft not only provides […]

Handprint Rudolph

Handprint Rudolph Handprint crafts are so much fun! This cute idea uses a paint-dipped handprint to make Rudolph the Red-Nosed […]

Winter Paper Birds

This winter paper bird artwork is made using construction paper, newspaper and finger paint. It’s a fun craft for when […]

Christmas Finger Puppets

These adorable finger puppets are made from chenille stems and pom poms and couldn’t be cuter! The tutorial includes instructions […]

Cardboard Tube Cowardly Lion

Turn a cardboard tube and faux fur into a magnificent lion! Whether you prefer a realistic lion or a character […]

Play Dough Turkey

Whether you need a fun craft for your little one, or you are making up several craft kits as the […]

Mouse Pad

This darling mouse pad actually looks like a mouse and is functional, too. Make your own!

Cardboard Tube Tin Man

Turn a cardboard tube into the Tin Man from Wizard of Oz. The tutorial includes links to make Dorothy and […]

Glittery Foam Monsters

Make cute little monsters using foam, pom poms, and pipe cleaners, a great Halloween party craft that kids will love. […]

Pringles Can Beaver Craft

Use construction paper and a few other basic materials to turn Pringles cans into a colony of beavers. It’s easy […]

Playdough Sugar Skull

Let your creativity go wild making a playdough skull! This fabulous craft is great fun for Halloween and Dia de […]

Paper Bag Scarecrow

Scarecrows not only watch crops and brave the weather, but they also make great puppets! Make this friendly scarecrow using […]

Cardboard Tube Halloween Bats

Turn cardboard tubes into bats to decorate for Halloween. Not only are they fun, but they’re really inexpensive and take […]

Butterfly Snack Clips

Make snacking fun (and super cute!) with these Beautiful Butterfly Snack Clips. They are so easy and fun to make!

Cardboard Tube Scarecrow

This cardboard tube scarecrow is a fun craft for fall, but it also doubles as a Wizard of Oz craft. […]

Shape Scarecrow

This cute scarecrow is made using shapes. A great fall learning activity.

Cardboard Tube Snake

These cute snakes couldn’t be easier! Paint, cut and decorate your way to a fun and colorful snake, perfect for […]

Cardboard Tube Dorothy Gale

Learn how to turn an empty cardboard tube into Dorothy Gale from the Wizard of Oz. There are instructions to […]

Paper Plate Toucan

Turn a paper plate, construction paper, and tissue paper into the cutest toucan you’ve ever seen! The tail feathers are […]

Plastic Cup Crow

This cute little crow is a perfect fall craft. It’s made from cups and paint and is really easy to […]