Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Wall of Paper Hearts

Cover a wall with these beautiful three-dimensional hearts. They would also be great for topping a present. They’re surprisingly quick […]

Valentine Appliqué Towels

Embellish simple white tea towels with pom pom fringe and hearts to make lovely Valentine’s Day gifts. Children will want […]

Pink Bubbles and Heart Blowers

Homemade bubbles and heart blowers are so much fun for Valentine’s Day! Add the cute printable tag and it’s ready […]

Charming Cars Valentines

These charming valentines double as backpack charms! Let your valentines know that “You auto be my valentine!”

Yarn Hearts

Wrap yarn around hearts made from rustic floral wire. Hang them in the window for Valentine’s Day or tuck in […]

Heart Flowers

This simple craft is perfect for even the youngest of kids. These are great for birthdays, Mother’s Day or Valentine’s […]

Sweetheart Cupcakes

This delicious Valentine’s treat combines the flavors of chocolate and cherry. Instead of frosting the cupcakes, try stuffing the icing […]

Twine Heart Garland

This beautiful heart garland can be hung for Valentine’s Day and left out for the rest of the year. All […]

Tissue Paper Hearts

Don’t get rid of torn or wrinkled tissue paper… use it to make these beautiful hearts. It’s a fun Valentine’s […]

Wild Hearts

This linked heart project, made with oil pastels and paint, is perfect for Valentine’s Day. Try traditional colors or something […]

Beaded Heart Pendant Necklace

Improve your beading skills by working on this heart-shaped pendant. Use traditional Valentine’s Day colors like pinks and reds, or […]

Paper Roll Love Birds

Learn how to make these cute love birds from cardboard tubes and glitter. They couldn’t be cuter!

Flamingo Valentine

Show everyone how much you care this Valentine’s Day with flamingo valentines. They’re fun, cute and totally unique!

Crown of Hearts

Turn a paper plate and construction paper into a Valentine’s Day crown that’s fit for royalty! Use paint and glitter […]

Tic-Tac-Toe Hearts

When you think Valentine’s Day, what comes to mind? Hearts, red & pink, and crafts, right? All three of those […]

Marshmallow Love Bugs

Give your special valentine one of these adorable totally edible love bugs for a sweet Valentine’s Day treat. You are […]

Crayon Hearts

Decorate your windows for Valentine’s Day with these beautiful translucent hearts made from waxed paper and crayons. It’s a great […]

Chocolate Love Bug Valentine

This Love Bug covering a heart-shaped box of chocolates is a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for friends or family. The tutorial […]

Valentine Wreath

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this cute and easy-to-make heart door wreath. It’s a quick project that is fun to […]

Pet Memorial Heart Box

Create a memorial heart box to hold a beloved pet’s photo, collar, tags, or other memorabilia after they’ve passed. Customize […]

Heart Diamond Art

Just because crafts come in a kit doesn’t mean you have to follow the directions! This heart was intended to […]

‘The Kissing Hand’ Raccoon

Turn a cardboard tube into Chester, the adorable raccoon cub from ‘The Kissing Hand.’ Or leave the heart off for […]

Cardboard Tube Shamrocks

Another great craft made from cardboard tubes – this time we’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day! Follow our easy directions to […]

Mosaic Heart

You can make this mosaic heart with nothing more than some construction paper, old magazines or catalogs, and a glue […]

Valentine Heart Pretzels

Start with heart shaped pretzels with mini Rolos melted and sandwiched between, then sprinkled with red sugar … perfect for […]

Valentine’s Day Heart Wreath

This pretty Valentine’s Day wreath is a great craft for the beginner sewer. Use colorful fabric squares and a few […]

Magazine Heart Collage

Make a cute heart collage using old magazines. It is a lot of fun and costs practically nothing to make.

Pocket Heart Pillow

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by sewing up one of these adorable stuffed heart pillows with your kids! The project is easy […]

Egg-cellent Heart Art

Not only quick and easy to make, this pretty Valentine’s Day heart is a recycling project, too. Kids of all […]

“Love You” Key Ring

Make a plastic canvas key ring for someone you love. It is easy to do and is a nice gift […]

Sign Language “I Love You”

Saying “I Love You” is not just for Valentine’s Day. Sign Language says “I Love You” in every language for […]

Valentine’s Hat

Valentine Hat Add some fun and whimsy to Valentine’s Day with our valentine hat that wiggles when you walk. What […]

Clothespin Heart Clips

These festive heart clips can be used as magnets or chip clips, and they couldn’t be easier to make!

Valentine Cupcakes

These sweet heart shaped cupcakes can be made with the from scratch recipe included or just as easily with a […]

Heart Bookmark

Heart bookmarks make the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for any book lover! These are made from pretty printed card stock.

Conversation Heart Toast

This special Valentine’s Day breakfast offers a new spin on the familiar conversation heart candies. Just paint on bread with […]

Valentine Snowflake

Decorate your home for Valentine’s Day with pretty valentine snowflakes. Cut from coffee filters, kids of all ages can get […]

Fabric Scrap Heart Garland

Create a gorgeous heart garland using scrap fabrics. It’s an easy sewing project that looks beautiful when it’s on display

Home Sweet Home Quilled Card

This simple quilled card shows that home is where the heart is. Send it to someone special or display it […]

Paper Heart Magnet

Create a beautiful paper heart refrigerator magnet in just a few easy steps. Use it with alphabet magnets to leave […]

Yarn Valentine Heart

Follow the simple steps to make a yarn-wrapped heart using an empty cardboard tube. It’s easy to do and is […]

Pretzel Owls

Whoooo wouldn’t want these cute Pretzel Owls? Each chocolate dipped mini pretzel twist is decorated with heart sprinkles and made […]

Chocolate Teddy Bear Cupcakes

These Chocolate Teddy Bear Cupcakes could not be any cuter. Each one is topped with a peanut butter cup bear […]

Packing Material Valentines

Turn bubble wrap, foam sheets, chipboard, and other packing materials into unique valentines. They’re fun to make, stretch your creativity, […]

Love Chocolate Bars

Say Happy Valentine’s Day with a homemade love-themed chocolate bar! Pretty much anyone would love to receive this delicious treat.

Chocolate Mousse Cup Hearts

Nothing makes a Valentine’s Day dinner sweeter than a decadent dessert like these Chocolate Mousse Cup Hearts. Give them a […]

No-Sew Heart Pillow

Turn two bandanas into a no-sew pillow that is easy to make and perfect for cuddling. It makes a fun […]

Love Bug Chocolate Caterpillar

Make these cute little love bug caterpillar valentines with Sixlets candies, cardstock, and pom poms. What a clever project!

Conversation Heart Brownies

These Conversation Heart Brownies are so much fun for Valentine’s Day. Make them for friends, family, neighbors, teachers and anyone […]

Cardboard Tube Heart Mobile

Create a beautiful heart mobile to decorate for Valentine’s Day. It’s made from empty cardboard tubes!