Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Bouquet of Fingerprint Flowers

Fingerprint crafts make wonderful keepsakes, and they make beautiful decorations as well! Create a bouquet of colorful fingerprint flowers for […]

Creepy Caricatures

Totally unique and easy to make, these dimensional papier mache portraits add a touch of whimsy to your house. What […]

Paper Plate Tree Frog

Turn a paper plate and pipe cleaners into an adorable tree frog! This easy project can be adapted for whatever […]

Craft Stick Photo Frame

Use craft sticks and thin cardboard to make a fabulous frame for a special photo. This is a great gift […]

Recycled Bug Magnets

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

Flower Prints

This fun nature craft will help your children preserve those pretty flowers they love to pick. With some light colored […]

Desk Organizer Caddy

Organize your desk, work space, or art area with this practical desk organizer made from recycled materials. It’s easy to […]

Ladybug Baseball Hat

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

Printing on Tissue Paper

Printing on tissue paper is a fun activity and results in some gorgeous paper that you can then use for […]

Mason Jar Photo Frame

Learn how to use frosted glass paint to give new mason jars a vintage look. Then use them as unique […]

Cursive Name Bug

Create a one-of-a-kind bug with this quick and easy paper project. Don’t forget to give your bug your name, too!

Cardboard Surfboard

This cardboard surfboard is bright, colorful, and ready to ride the pretend waves! This is a simple craft that kids […]

Cardboard Tube Monsters

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

Egg Carton Treasure Box

An Egg Carton Treasure Box craft is the perfect way for kids to keep their little treasures organized and safe. […]

Paper Plate Porthole

This project, adapted from the well-known Paper Plate Aquarium, is a unique and fun way for kids to create their […]

Rock Fish Pond

Create a fish pond filled with colorful textured fish made from rocks. It’s fun to do and looks so pretty!

Paper Plate Badger

Turn a paper plate into a badger. This fun craft is a neat way to learn more about woodland animals.

Fingerprint Ice Cream Sundae

Make this neat ice cream sundae craft using your fingerprints. It’s easy to do and a really fun project for […]

Drip Paint Pots

Use your favorite colors to create a one-of-a-kind clay pot. Add a plant and it makes a wonderful gift.

Colorful Wind Chimes

Terra cotta pot wind chimes play beautiful music as they blow in the breeze. This easy project is done with […]

Footprint Fire Truck

Honor our first responders with this cute footprint craft. Giggles will abound when kids paint their feet to make their […]

Photo Memory Box

Create a meaningful treasure box using a favorite photo. It’s easy to do and makes a very thoughtful gift.

Crayon Door Hangers

Create your own personalized door hangers in your favorite colors. It’s a fun and easy project that can help young […]

Pinecone Pineapple

The next time the kids collect pinecones during a nature walk, turn them into pineapples! This easy paint and construction […]

Paper Mache Solar System

Introduce the solar system with these fabulous paper mache Sun, Earth and Moon! Show the kids how to have a […]

Cardboard Tube Bulldozer

Gather up a few recycled items from around the house to make your own bulldozer. Follow the easy step-by-step instructions […]

Paper Plate Cheshire Cat

Turn a paper plate into the beloved Cheshire Cat! Alice in Wonderland fans will love crafting that distinctive mischievous grin.

Paper Plate Venus Flytrap

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

Cardboard Rocket

Turn cardboard mailing tubes into rockets that are perfect for pretend play. This project requires adult help.

Colorful Craft Stick Insects

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

Rainbow Jellyfish

It’s so easy to make a collection of jellyfish in vibrant colors. This is a fun way to teach kids […]

Firefly Art

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

Strawberry Rocks

Paint cute rocks to look like strawberries. Then place them around the garden and enjoy!

Paper Plate Rhino

All it takes to create this cute rhino is a paper plate and some paint. It’s a fun project to […]

Egg Cup Insects

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

Paper Plate Shark

These paper plate sharks are easy to make and suitable for even the youngest of crafters. Each shark is one-of-a-kind […]

Outer Space Picture

Use watercolor paints and a splatter effect to create this fun piece of art inspired by outer space. Make it […]

Sticker-Resist Marble Art Card

This clever twist on marble art lets you make colorful cards for birthdays or other occasions. It’s fun for all […]

Cardboard Tube Firefly

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

Fireworks Painting

These fireworks projects are quick, easy and fun for all ages! It’s the perfect project for July 4th or anytime […]

Cereal Box and Newspaper Tree

Raid the recycling bin for cereal boxes and newspaper, then turn them into a beautiful tree. This fun craft costs […]

California Redwood Forest

Create your own crafty version of a beautiful California redwood forest. This is a wonderful way to learn about nature […]

Cardboard Tube Lion

Turn a cardboard tube into a lion using a clever technique. It’s easy to do and costs practically nothing.

Clothespin Sunflower

Create a beautiful paper plate sunflower to match the ones that grow in summer and early fall. Kids will build […]

Cardboard Tube Jellyfish

This Cardboard Tube Jellyfish couldn’t be cuter! It’s a great craft to teach your kids about recycling and lots of […]

Fingerprint Flower Pot

A fingerprint flower pot is a wonderful keepsake gift idea. Plant seeds or flowers in them to give to Mom, […]

Paper Plate Toucan

Make a colorful toucan using one paper plate and some paint. It’s easy to do and the results are beautiful!

Mixed Media Turtle

Use a variety of art techniques to make this stunning turtle project! This project requires quite a bit of drying […]

Handprint Peace Craft

This handprint collage symbolizes all of human kind striving for love and peace. It is a wonderful way to show […]

Flowers in the Window Craft

This pretty window box flower craft uses aluminum foil in a clever way. Decorate it with your favorite colorful flowers.

Pirate Puppet

Create a craft stick pirate, then put on your own puppet show! This is a fun project for kids that […]

3D Goldfish Bowl

This craft foam fish and paper plate aquarium is a bright and cheery project that’s so fun to do. It’s […]