Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Jello Jar Monsters

Use your creativity to turn ordinary jello cups into cute, scary, or silly monsters. This fun and easy treat is […]

Lost Tooth Pillow

Create this whimsical monster pillow to hold loose teeth…and money from the Tooth Fairy!  The instructions include a sewing version and […]

Valentine Pom Pom Monsters

These fluffy Valentine Pom Monsters are easy to make and fun to give. They’re so cute you’ll probably want to […]

Paper Plate Party Animal

This fun kid’s craft is great for New Year’s or a birthday party! There’s so much room to be creative […]

Coffee Filter Grover

Use a coffee filter to make your very own Grover. This is a wonderful project to accompany ‘The Monster at […]

Feathered Goblin

This cool little goblin is fun for Halloween. The feathers make it such a unique monster.

Monster Cookie Sticks

These totally adorable cookie stick monsters are really easy, with no cookie cutters required. Make them for Halloween or a […]

Zombie Candy Cups

Zombie Candy Cups, filled with ‘blood-stained’ candy bones or hot and spicy blood red candies, make ghoulish treats for Halloween. […]

Mini Monster Cheese Balls

These miniature monster cheese balls are great for Halloween or just a fun afternoon snack. Kids will be smiling from […]

Cardboard Tube Family of Ghouls

Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into a colorful family of ghoulish monsters! This creative craft is fun anytime, but especially fun […]

Monster Wind Socks

Everybody loves cute monster faces, so these easy windsocks make a great project for kids. While they are great for […]

Halloween Luminaries

These Halloween luminaries are easy to make, full of color and look great all lined up along your driveway. Give […]

Green Apple Monsters

Create a healthy Halloween treat this featuring fruit and seeds. They’re lots of fun to make and sure to inspired creativity.

Zipper Mouth Pencil Case

This cute monster pencil case gobbles up pencils keeping them safe in her mouth while you are in class! Make […]

Frankenstein Marshmallow Pops

Whip up a simple Halloween treat with the kids with this Frankenstein marshmallow pops recipe! Your little monsters will love […]

Egg Monster

This cute monster is made from a Styrofoam egg. It’s such a fun project for Halloween, with so much room […]

Frankenstein Pudding Cups

This Halloween make super easy and adorable Frankenstein monster pudding cups. They’re great for a Halloween party or a day […]

Rice Krispie Treat Monsters

These adorable monsters start with store-bought rice krispie treats. They’re so easy and lots of fun to make.

Halloween Treat Cups

Celebrate Halloween with Frankenstein, Jack O’Lanterns, monsters, and eyes peeking out from the dark! These fun treat cups are a […]

Fuzzy Monster

This monster project is a great craft to make with construction paper and shredded colored paper. Monsters are great for […]

Monster Gift Box

This cute monster-themed gift box is made from a cardboard tube. It is just the right size for holding small […]

Monster Brownies

Make adorable monsters using brownies, frosting, cereal, pretzels, and your own creativity. This is an activity kids of all ages […]

Monster Gift Bag

Make friendly, furry, monster gift bags with some craft fur, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners. They’re so much fun to […]

Cardboard Tube Monsters

Let your creativity go wild using paint and pom poms to transform cardboard tubes into whimsical monsters. Line these guys […]

Playdough Monsters

How cute are these!? Make adorable monsters from squished homemade kool-aid play dough, wiggle eyes and a few embellishments.

Veggie Monsters

These are the cutest edible monsters ever! Check out all the different combinations you and your kids can make with […]

Monster Valentines

It can be hard to find Valentine ideas that boys AND girls will like. These adorable monsters will appeal to […]

Monster Puppets

These adorable monster puppets made from felt. Use the free printable pattern to cut out all the features.

Mummy Treat Boxes

Use empty cardboard tubes to make cute mummies that are perfect for Halloween parties. They are fun and easy to […]

Feather Boa Monster

This charming monster is so fun and easy to make! Start with feather boas and add eyes, horns, a mouth […]

Pet Rocks

  Pet Rocks Pet rocks are a neat way to express your creativity and your own personal style. Whether it’s a cute […]

Monster Yard Lights

These fun yard lights are made from recycled plastic milk jugs and paint. Get creative and light up the yard […]

Felt Ghouls

Need a simple craft idea for Halloween? This is perfect for little ones and takes almost no time at all.

Bread Tag Monsters

Use plastic bread tags and paint to create these fun Halloween monsters! They’re a great way to close goodie bags […]

Cereal Box Monsters

Turn empty, recycled cereal boxes into fun and kooky monsters using construction paper and a glue stick! A fun craft […]

Monster Treat Bags

All dressed up and ready to hold your party treats, these monster bags will work perfectly for a Halloween party […]

Canning Lid Monsters

Make adorable monsters using recycled canning lids and colorful paper! These would make fun wearable pins or magnets too.

Monster Party Hats

Super cute and easy to make, these monster hats will be a hit at any party. Cheap party hats are […]

Sandwich Box Monster

Sandwich Box Monster Who knew the empty box that holds your sandwich bags could make such a cute little monster? […]

Tinker Creatures

Tinker around to build some cool and one-of-a-kind creatures! This project is a great way to use up any leftover craft […]

Monster Sandwiches

These delicious monster sandwiches are quick and easy to make and are sure to make lunchtime fun! Serve them during […]

Mendel Monsters

Explore dominant and recessive genes through artwork. This fun art lesson helps kids understand the science of basic inherited genetics.

Monster Jeans Patch

This is the most fun way I’ve ever seen to patch a hole in your child’s jeans! Who wouldn’t love […]

Glittery Foam Monsters

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

Monster Masks

Get creative and make these fun monster masks with your kids. Use all kinds of crafty things like pom poms, […]

Frankie Pinata

This Frankenstein pinata is perfect for your Halloween party!

Monsters, Inc. Painted Rocks

Rock painting is family-friendly, fun, easy and affordable. Follow the steps to create your own Mike and Sulley rocks.

Monster Tooth Pillow

This adorable monster is ready to gobble up your tooth and spit out some money in return! Boys will especially […]

Tissue Box Tattle Monster

The Tattle Monster is a friendly little monster ready to listen and gobble up those unwanted tattles young kids so […]

Blow Painting

Colorful monsters created from paint splotches. No two are ever the same!

Monster Popsicle Snuggies

These no-sew Popsicle holders are sure to keep those little fingers from freezing! They are made from felt and buttons […]

Furry Monster Headband

Make this friendly, furry monster headband to wear this Halloween. It’s easy to do with just a few simple, inexpensive craft […]

Twirling Paper Monsters

These not-so-spooky Twirling Paper Monsters are great fun for kids to make for Halloween. Let your creativity go wild!

Plastic Spoon Monsters

These silly Plastic Spoon Monsters are a great Halloween craft for kids. Let your creativity go wild!

Paper Halloween Luminaries

Decorate for Halloween with these easy-to-make Paper Halloween Luminaries. Use these designs or make up your own!

Felt Monster

Create a one-of-a-kind monster plushie with felt. The post has other great ideas for monster-themed activities.