Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Bowling Ball Ladybugs

Turn old bowling balls into bright ladybugs for the backyard. Make one, or craft an entire ladybug family using retired […]

Puzzle Piece Critters

Don’t throw out the whole puzzle if you’re missing pieces! Follow the steps to turn puzzle pieces into critters like […]

Puzzle Piece Monarch Butterfly

Turn a puzzle piece into a beautiful monarch butterfly! Perch your completed butterfly on a flower bouquet, dangle it from […]

Butterfly Snack Clips

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

Clothespin Bug Magnets

Use clothespins to create fun magnets for your fridge or a locker. Instructions for a bumblebee and a grasshopper are […]

Handprint Monarch Butterfly

Turn your handprints into a monarch butterfly! This beautiful animal is the official state insect of seven states.

Paper Plate Ladybugs

These paper plate ladybugs are a great painting project for kids of all ages. Kids will fine-tune their motor skills […]

Peanut Picnic Ants

Transform peanut shells into a trail of ants at a picnic. Take peanuts along on an actual picnic, save the […]

Abstract Butterfly

This abstract butterfly craft is inspired by the artwork of Alexander Calder. It uses pipe cleaners and clay to mimic […]

Cardboard Tube Bee

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

Ant Tablecloth Clips

These clever tablecloth clips that look like ants will be your new picnic favorites. Wind won’t ruin your picnic now!

Kinder Egg Bees

Turn empty Kinder egg shells into adorable bees. What a cute way to recycle!

Felt Butterfly Hair Clips

Girls will love wearing these sweet felt butterfly hair clips. They’re inexpensive and so easy to make!

Ladybug Magnifying Glass Craft

Get up close and observe the body structures of ladybugs before making this craft. This realistic craft is perfect to […]

Paper Towel Butterflies

Kids of all ages will love dipping paper towels into colored water to create the spotted wings on paper towel […]

Plastic Spoon Bugs on a Branch

Make an entire tree of branches and colorful bugs using felt and plastic spoons. Make realistic insects or let your […]

Plastic Lid ladybugs

Use plastic milk jugs and paint to make these adorable little ladybugs. It’s a great way to use a material […]

Grass Caterpillar

Grow a fuzzy grass caterpillar in your garden! This is a wonderful project to introduce kids to the joys of […]

Pretzel Butterfly Lunch

Make lunchtime lots of fun with pretzel butterflies that kids make themselves. There are lots of possibilities for fun and […]

Yarn Ladybug

Kids can have a messy fun time with this one! Yarn and balloons come together to create these friendly ladybugs […]

Pipe Cleaner Spiders

These spiders have so much personality! They look great hanging from picture frames, window sills, or anywhere else you can […]

Corn Dog Centipedes

Create these corn dog centipedes for a Halloween or bug themed party. Such a fun meal for little fingers to […]

Easy Dragonfly Craft

This easy dragonfly bug craft is perfect for even the youngest of crafters. It’s simple, and kids will love flying […]

Ladybug Tic Tac Toe

Turn a few medium sized rocks and a wooden tray into an adorable ladybug tic tac toe game. It’s easy […]

Recycled Bug Magnets

These bottle cap and cotton ball insects look so cheerful stuck to the fridge! The tutorial shows how to make a […]

Ladybug Baseball Hat

This cute ladybug hat is really easy to make, using a red hat and some fabric paint. Make one today!

Magnetic Flower Butterflies

Here’s an easy and inexpensive way to decorate with everyone’s favorite, butterflies. They’re fun and cute and the kids will […]

Firefly Suncatcher

This delightful tissue paper craft is inspired by Eric Carle’s story, “The Very Lonely Firefly.” Kids will love making this […]

Paper Plate Venus Flytrap

Venus flytraps are so interesting! Learn more about them, then make this cool paper plate craft together.

Colorful Craft Stick Insects

Each of the seven insect crafts (bee, grasshopper, beetle, spider, snail, butterfly, and ladybug ) starts with a basic popsicle […]

Firefly Art

Fireflies are such interesting insects! Summer is the perfect time to make a fun firefly craft and it’s a great […]

Egg Cup Insects

These cute little insects are made from recycled cardboard egg cartons, paint and chenille stems. They’re easy for small hands […]

Cardboard Tube Firefly

Turn a cardboard tube into a firefly! This fun project is a neat way to learn more about this very […]

Recycled Ladybug Jar

This adorable ladybug jar is a great recycling project for kids. Use this cutie to hold school supplies, small toys, […]

Recycled Plastic Egg Bugs

Give those plastic Easter eggs a second life as these cute and colorful bugs. There are so many possibilities with […]

Construction Paper Ladybug

This adorable ladybug is made with construction paper. It’s so fun to do that you’ll be brainstorming other animals to […]

Paper Plate Bumble Bee

This cheerful Paper Plate Bumble Bee will make everybody smile. It’s fun and easy to do.

Bee-Themed Number Matching Game

Transform pipe cleaners, googly eyes, clothespins and a few other basic craft materials into adorable bees. Use the bees to […]

Ladybug Apples

Three simple ingredients come together to make these adorable, edible ladybugs. This is a fun project to pair with a […]

Clay Pot Bee

This terra cotta pot bee is such a fun craft for kids. It’s so bright and cheery, perfect for spring. 

Paper Plate Ladybug

Use paper plates to create these adorable ladybugs. It’s a fun and easy spring craft for kids.

Cardboard Tube Beaded Butterfly

Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into adorable butterflies for spring! Attach a magnet and stick it on the fridge or attach […]

Cheesy Bee Appetizers

These cheesy bee appetizers are almost too cute to eat! Not only are they adorable, but they are healthy and […]

Sponge Butterfly Magnets

Turn plain kitchen sponges into adorable butterfly refrigerator magnets. This clever craft is a fun way to celebrate the season.

Dotty Butterfly

Celebrate spring with these colorful dotty butterflies. They’re made from easy-to-use items like paper plates, chenille stems, and pom poms.

M&M’s Butterflies

These sweet butterflies are so easy to make using chocolate and candy to create colorful combinations. You may never guess […]

Snack Cake Stingers

Turn Twinkies into bumble bees for a fun treat. Modeling chocolate makes this edible craft easy to do.

Paper Plate Ladybug

Create a colorful paper plate ladybug from tissue paper and construction paper. It’s easy and lots of fun!

Butterfly Fruit Pizza

Decorate a fruit pizza to look like a butterfly to celebrate Earth Day, spring, summer, or birthday. Send the whole […]

Paper Quilled Butterflies

Create beautiful quilled butterflies using narrow strips of paper. Then turn the completed butterflies into earrings, hair accessories, or card […]

Melted Crayon Butterfly

Recycle those old bits and pieces of crayon into beautiful butterflies. Make it simple or as complex as the ability […]

Valentine Bug Cupcakes

Decorate plain cupcakes with candy bugs for a playful dessert or classroom treat. This tutorial features three fun ideas for […]

Bumble Bee Corn Dog

Kids will have fun making this friendly corn dog bee. What a fun way to say “Bee Mine” on Valentine’s […]

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 […]

Roach Infested Popcorn

White chocolate popcorn is infested with milk chocolate roaches. This gross (but fun!) treat is great for a Halloween or […]

Very Hungry Caterpillar

Fun for kids to make and eat! This is a quick and easy on-the-go snack, great for packing in a […]