Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Chunky Bead Knotted Necklace

This pretty and bright necklace is full of chunky colorful beads and ribbon! An easy way to make jewelry that […]

Ribbons and Buttons Headband

This pretty headband is the perfect back to school accessory! It’s super easy to create and hardly takes any time. […]

Make Duct Tape Bracelets

So many uses for Duck Tape, and bracelets are a great idea! A pretty wearable craft your kids can make […]

Eraser Bracelet

Here’s a fun way to use school supplies to create a wearable bracelet little kids will love. Make it longer […]

Rainbow Backpack Charm

This pretty back pack bauble is made from stackable crayons and a paper clip! A fun way to turn back […]

Denim Beaded Ring

A fun way to recycle bits of old blue jeans. A great craft for a teenager, would be fun for […]

Neon Paper Bead Earrings

Make paper beads with neon paper, a paper punch, and Mod Podge. This is a great project for teenagers and […]

Jumprope Keychain Bracelets

You won’t misplace your keys any more! Dollar store jump ropes are a good substitute for utility rope and are […]

Square Knot Bracelet

This fun bracelet was made with jump ropes and cord. This would make a great sleepover or teen party project. […]

Tie Dye T-shirt Jewelry

Make tie dye jewelry out of braided t-shirt strings. Great way to recycle old stained t-shirts. This is a really […]

Hand Crocheted Bracelets

A cool way to give new life to old t-shirts…make a jersey bracelet or headband out of them! A frugal […]

Paracord Bracelets

Go back to school in style wearing bracelets made from nylon cord. A fun project for tweens and teens to […]

Bottle Cap Necklace

Bottle cap necklaces are all the rage ! Turn bottle caps into fancy necklaces that are nice for gift giving […]

10-Minute Knotted Bracelet

Use twine and seed beads to create a simple summery bracelet. A fun slumber party or weekend craft project for […]

Fingerprint Charm Bracelet

Make a polymer clay keepsake charm to add to a bracelet or necklace preserving your child’s fingerprint. Makes the perfect […]

Summer Lei

Turn drinking straws and colorful card stock into pretty flower leis. A frugal craft that’s quick and easy to make […]

Sprinkle Resin Rings

Pretty candy-colored jewelry perfect for gift giving or wearing with your summer wardrobe!

Wish Bracelets

Easy braided bracelets that are great for summer and camp crafts.  Make a wish, tie your bracelet on, and when […]

Best Friend Puzzle Necklace

Best friends are priceless – make interlocking puzzle necklaces for the two of you to wear. Personalize them in your […]

Mother’s Day Brooch

Make Mom a pretty brooch to wear on Mother’s Day. Made from fabric scraps, this is a quick and easy […]

Colorful Recycled Denim Beads

Here’s a fun way to recycle the jeans that your kids have outgrown by turning them into fashionable jewelry. Strips […]

Pretty Posy Pins

Make mom a pretty posy pin for her to wear when you take her out for Mother’s Day. Pretty piece […]

Bobby Pin Chevron Earrings

Teens love to be able to show off their crafty side by wearing their projects. These earrings are made from […]

Earth Day Messenger Card

Recycle your old greeting cards into pretty messenger birds. A fun way to learn about Earth Day while crafting with […]

Japanese Scoubie Dolls

Try your hand a macrame with the Japanese Scoubie Dolls. Our tutorial incluses step-by-step pictures to show you the way. […]

Color Block Bangle

Add to your spring wardrobe by adding a few of these colorful bangle bracelets. A quick wearable craft for tweens […]

Popsicle Bracelet Cuffs

Super cute bracelets for tweens and teens to make and trade with their friends. Made from craft sticks, this is […]

Foam Shamrock Bracelet

Wear your St. Patrick’s Day green on your wrist this year with this shamrock bracelet. Made from craft foam and […]

Ribbon Rose Rings

A fun jewelry craft for tween and teenage girls. With a few simple stitches you can turn strips of ribbon […]

T-shirt Flowers

Recycle old t-shirts to make these beautiful t-shirt flowers. Wear them in your hair, pin them on a shirt or […]

Toothbrush Bracelets

Recycle plastic toothbrushes into cool bracelets! Parents, you will have to help with this one – the kids will look […]

Balloon Bracelets

These colorful, super cool bracelets are made out of balloons! A fun birthday party or girl scout project!

Cardboard Tube Valentine Necklace

Turn cardboard tubes and beads into pretty Valentine’s Day necklaces. Little girls will have fun painting the cardboard hearts their […]

Colored Pasta Beads

We’ve colored pasta and turned them into brightly colored “beads”. A fun and simple way for youngsters to strengthen their […]

Wire Heart Finger Ring

Dress up your Valentine’s Day wardrobe with these wire heart-shaped finger rings. Tweens and teens can start on a journey […]

Bottle Cap Necklaces

These cute little bottle cap necklaces are super easy to make. I used epoxy dots instead of liquid epoxy for […]

Candy Wrapper Bracelet

Turn colorful candy wrappers into fun, funky jewelry! This is a really fun project for preteens too!

Tom Turkey Pin

Add a touch of Thanksgiving whimsy to your wardrobe this year with our little turkey pin!

Salt Dough Necklaces

Turn salt dough into jewelry. These salt dough necklaces were made by little hands with just a touch of help […]

Mummy Necklace

Looking for some fun jewelry to add some fun to your Halloween wardrobe? This cute little mummy necklace is a […]

Halloween Eyeball Pin

All eyes will be on you when you hand out these eyeball pins to your friends and party goers for […]

Guitar Pick Necklace

Here’s a fun project for teens and preteens that love to rock! Make some guitar pick necklaces today.

Maize Necklace

Using corn kernels and thread, you can make a pretty maize necklace for fall.

Painted Acorn Necklaces

This fun wearable project is great for teens and preteens. They can make their own necklaces and one for a […]

Wooden Bead Necklaces

Adorable necklaces that are simple to make. Supplies include wooden beads, paint and ribbon.

Braided Paper Bracelets

A great project for teens, these braided bracelets can be made in any color or design using your choice of […]

Fabric Button Cover Rings

Make fun jewelry to match any outfit using our step by step tutorial. Your little lady will love these rings […]

Crayon Heart Bracelet

Here’s a great way to use those colorful crayons you’ve melted and molded into fun shapes. Not only does it […]

Marbled Clay Beads

This fun project can take on whatever look you want. Whether it’s a marbled design or one of more solid […]