Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Clay Pot Toadstools

Create whimsical clay pot toadstools to decorate the garden. They add such a fun touch to the yard and are […]

Painted Minion Stones

These adorable Minion-painted stones couldn’t be cuter! They’re great for a Despicable Me themed party or for everyday fun.

Paper Plate Ernie and Bert

Turn paper plates into the lovable duo from Sesame Street, Ernie and Bert! It’s a fun craft that preschoolers will […]

Cardboard Tube Crow

Cardboard Tube Crow As fall approaches we always seem to think about scarecrows–but what about the crows themselves? This cute […]

Duck Tape Recycled Robot

Instead of tossing your empty cereal box in the recycle bin, save it to make this fun robot kid craft! […]

Bottle Ring Toss Game

Make a ring toss game from glass bottles and embroidery hoops.  This portable game is perfect for a picnic in the park […]

Egg Carton Mini Helicopters

Turn an empty egg carton into the cutest mini helicopters. What a fun project made from recycled materials!

Cardboard Tube Horse

Make this cute horse from chenille stems and cardboard tubes! It’s a great recycling project.  

Colorful Clothespin Airplane

Turn clothespins and craft sticks into adorable airplanes. This colorful airplane craft will be a hit with your little ones.

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

Make a school of beautiful tropical fish using paper plates. Kids can paint them realistically, or they can add whatever […]

Coastal Wood Slice Coasters

The vibrant beach-inspired colors make these wood slice coasters so pretty. Best of all, they’re really easy to do.  

Handprint Campfire

This cool campfire craft starts with a handprint and ends with a ‘toasted’ marshmallow over the fire. What a fun […]

Painted Rock Tic-Tac-Toe

Although these strawberries and kiwi look good enough to eat, they’re actually painted rocks for tic-toe-toe. Add a board and […]

Peanut Picnic Ants

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

Bowling Ball Ladybugs

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

Beachy Starfish

Follow the steps to create whimsical beachy starfish that are sure to make you smile. This easy craft is great […]

Paper Plate Sea Crab

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

Sandy Shapes Art

Turn any shape into a sandy work of art. This fun activity is actually a low-mess project, thanks to one inexpensive […]

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

These adorable tropical fish start with painted paper plates and pieces of aluminum foil.  Each fish is one-of-a-kind, with lots of room […]

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 […]

Egg Carton Whale

Make a darling egg carton whale with just a few simple supplies. It’s so easy to do!

Miniature Uncle Sam’s Hats

Turn Styrofoam cups and paint into patriotic decoration for your table or shelf. A fun addition to your decorations for […]

Jellyfish Watercolors

Make a beautiful and colorful jellyfish painting. All you need is watered down paint to create this fun project that’s […]

Cardboard Tube Mermaid

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

Patriotic Handprint T-Shirt

Kids will love helping with this wearable craft. Paint their hands red, white and blue to make handprint American flags […]

World’s Best Dad Trophy

World’s Best Dad Trophy Make Dad a shiny gold trophy for Father’s Day using foam cups. This trophy will show […]

Painted Rock Cactus

Learn how to make a clay pot garden, full of cactus painted rocks. This craft is fun for all ages […]

Rainbow Button Wind Chime

Turn a rainbow of colorful buttons and recycled lids into this beautiful wind chime. It’s perfect for the garden, the […]

Baseball Pen Holder

Felt and dimensional craft paint turn an ordinary vegetable or soup can into a fun baseball-themed pen or pencil holder. […]

Changing Faces Cardboard Tube Dolls

Happy…sad…mad… these cardboard tube dolls are perfect for teaching emotions to young children. The ability to change faces on these […]

Military Clothespin Airplanes

Show your support for our military by making these clothespin airplanes made to look like vintage war planes! Kids will […]

Edible Finger Paints

Toddlers love to finger paint and with our edible homemade paints, you won’t have to worry about them sticking their […]

Wood and Wire Flowers

Use different shades of paint and some shaped wire to decorate bare wood flowers. Use the finished flowers as magnets, […]

Stenciled Planter

This easy-to-make stenciled planter looks so pretty on the front porch! It’s an easy gift that kids can make themselves […]

Spring Watercolor Flowers

Paint napkins with watercolors to create pretty flowers for a beautiful centerpiece. Kids and adults will have fun painting the […]

Strawberry Treat Cups

These cute little cups are perfect for a strawberry party or just to brighten the neighbors’ day. Fill the pretty […]

Rainbow Mobiles

Rainbow Mobile Decorate for St. Patrick’s Day by hanging these lucky rainbow mobiles around the house. This is an easy […]

Stained Glass Cross Cookies

Create gorgeous painted cross cookies inspired by stained glass. This treat is décor, dessert, and entertainment all in one!

Paper Plate Rabbit

Paper Plate Rabbit This cute rabbit made from paper plates has moveable parts! It can be made as a spring […]

Cupcake Liner Butterflies

Cupcake Liner Butterfly This easy cupcake liner craft is fun for little hands and growing minds! What you need: Glue Scissors […]

Rainbow Handprint Flower

Rainbow Handprint Flower Rainbow handprint flowers make a beautiful keepsake for Mom, Grandma, a teacher, or another special person. The […]

Butterfly Wall Collage

We’ve used paper butterflies to decorate a plain white frame, turning it into a beautiful wall haning. A simple craft […]

Craft Stick White House

The U.S. President lives in a very special house called the White House. We’ve recreated his house using craft sticks […]

Craft Stick Bald Eagle

Turn craft sticks and construction paper into a majestic bald eagle. Use the opportunity to learn more about our national bird. […]

Chenille Snowboarder

Snowboarding season is just about here! Kids will love testing their creativity while bending this chenille snowboarder into shape. Chenille […]

Salt Dough Conversation Heart Magnets

Salt Dough Conversation Hearts Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these adorable conversation heart magnets made from salt dough. Make one for […]

Twine Heart Garland

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

Snowman Thermometer

Snowman Thermometer When the weather is chilly outside, this snowman thermometer is the perfect project for kids stuck indoors. What […]

Cardboard Tube Cupid

Cardboard Tube Cupid Watch out! This cute cardboard tube Cupid might shoot you with a Valentine’s Day arrow when you’re […]

Colorful Bird Feeder

This colorful bird feeder starts out as a paper milk carton. Some tape and paint is all that’s needed to […]

Winter Window Displays

Brighten up a dull winter day by painting coffee filters and cutting them into fun shapes to decorate the windows […]

Snow Paint

Shaving cream and glue are all you will need to make this fun snow paint. Decorate paper snowflakes and hang […]