Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Crazy Pasta Sculptures

Make crazy pasta sculptures! This fun craft encourages creativity and results in a modern art piece for the home.

Chipboard Bighorn Sheep

Follow the steps to learn how to draw and then paint a realistic bighorn sheep. Give it a try!

Making Cards From Toddler Art

Turn a toddler’s abstract paintings into refrigerator-worthy cards that friends and family members will love. What a fun way to personalize […]

Row of Houses Collage

Usually, we use newspaper under the paper we’re painting, but with this unique collage craft featuring a row of colorful […]

Pet Rock Necklace

Make your own adorable pet rock necklace following  the easy step-by-step instructions with pictures. Let your creativity shine!

Clothesline Craft

Put those fabric scraps to good use by making this Clothesline project. Start by painting a background, add a clothesline, […]

Football Picture Holder

Is Dad a football fan? This fun picture holder for his desk makes a great homemade Father’s Day gift.

Compass Painting

A compass isn’t just for math. Use it to paint! Your kids will love filling the paper with colorful concentric […]

Cardboard Tube People

Recycle cardboard tubes into cops & robbers or a whole pirate family! Youngsters will have hours of fun playing with […]

Mother’s Day Portrait

Create an adorable Mother’s Day portrait on a paper plate, then decorate it with egg carton flowers. Mom will love it!

Pencil Birds

These friendly little pencil birds are straight out of Wonderland. Encourage kids to use their imaginations to come up with […]

Diamond Art Monogram Tag

It’s quick and easy to create a monogram tag using Diamond Art. The tutorial also includes instructions to make a […]

Paper Plate and Yarn Earth

Celebrate Earth Day with this paper plate Earth craft. It takes very little preparation and is a good fine motor activity for […]

Paper Sunflower Craft

This paper plate sunflower craft is a great fall craft. Kids work on scissor skills and build their fine motor […]

Chipboard Yellowhammer

Learn how to make a realistic version of a yellowhammer, the state bird of Alabama. This unique project uses q-tips, […]

Diamond Art Monogram Necklace

Create a sparkly monogram necklace in just minutes using Diamond Art. It’s a very easy project that is beginner-friendly.

Book Folding Fairy House

Turn a damaged paperback book into a work of art. This beautiful fairy house is made with a folding technique, […]

Good Luck Stones

This fun craft is inspired by indigenous good luck stones from Australia. The tutorial includes suggestions for different ages and […]

Stenciled Votives

Use self-adhesive letters, spray paint and sealant to make these pretty stenciled votives. Spell out a name, sentiment, season, or […]

Yarn Chandelier

Turn yarn and embroidery hoops into a clever and unique yarn chandelier that you can hang indoors or out. This […]

Football Pen Holder

Start with a recycled can and some felt to make this football pen holder for Father’s Day. Change the message […]

Paper Plate Bluebird

Make your own flock of birds out of paper plates and paint. Kids will love creating these pretty bluebirds, but […]

Clay Pot Bee

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

Rock Dominoes

Next time your kids go on a nature walk, have them collect small flat stones. Paint the rocks to look […]

Paper Plate Ladybug

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

Duck Handprint Craft

This fun duck handprint craft is so cute! Incorporate it into lessons about birds, ducks, riparian habitats, and more.

A Rollicking Rocket

Transform a cardboard box into a rocket ship that any alien would be proud of. Use cardboard, paint and other […]

Styrofoam Koalas

Turn styrofoam balls into the cutest koalas! They make fun pencil toppers or can be displayed on a shelf.

Foam Ball Octopus Craft

Learn how to turn a foam ball and some paper into an adorable octopus. This craft is easy enough for […]

Foam and Felt Puppy Dog

Use a styrofoam ball and other basic craft materials to create an adorable puppy dog. Choose the colors to match […]

Rainbow Bead Toy

This Rainbow Bead Toy is very easy to make and requires no special tools or equipment. Playing with it is a […]

Posable Spoon Elvis

Follow the steps to turn a plastic spoon into a posable figure. The example is Elvis, but you can make […]

Spin Art Doily Paper Flowers

Create gorgeous doily paper flowers with spin art! These make such a pretty bouquet to give to Mom, a teacher, […]

Cactus Shadow Name Art

Explore shadows with this fun and easy cactus name art project. You can create outdoors using natural light or indoors […]

Cardboard Tube Elvis

Turn a cardboard tube into the King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley. This fun craft is sure to make […]

Palmetto Fork Craft

Try something fun and new today! Follow the directions to paint a palmetto using a plastic fork.

Sheep in the Meadow

Kids will have so much fun taping a fence, painting the background, and creating cute little sheep. This is a […]

Cork-Stamped Chicks

Use a cork to stamp some super-cute chicks for spring. It’s fun, fast, inexpensive and easy!

Springtime Centerpiece

Turn a mason jar into a simple vase that works for St. Patrick’s Day or throughout spring. Add fresh flowers […]

St. Patrick’s Day Banner

Make a quick and easy St. Patrick’s Day banner to decorate for a party. You can use materials you already […]

Tissue Paper Cardinal

Seven states have named the cardinal as their state bird. Celebrate this beauty with a tissue paper and chipboard version.

Cotton Ball Container Bunny

Turn a recycled container, craft foam, and fluffy cotton balls into this adorable Easter Bunny. Fill him up with treats […]

Winking Paper Plate Leprechaun

Need a fun idea for St. Patrick’s Day? Make this adorable winking leprechaun from a paper plate and construction paper!

Paper Plate Handbags

This paper plate purse is the ultimate preschool accessory! Customize yours with your favorite colors and decorations.

Egg Carton Bouquet

Turn empty egg cartons into this gorgeous flower bouquet! This is a fun project that is easy enough for kids […]

Leprechaun Craft

Move the head of this unique leprechaun and his hat miraculously appears! This fun St. Patrick’s Day starts with cardboard […]

Lucky Charm Necklace

Wear green for St. Patrick’s Day! Paper shamrocks and painted noodles fit perfectly together on a piece of string to […]

Stitched Camper

Use fabric inks to turn a simple needlework kit into a custom project. It’s so easy to do and great […]

Bee Mine Craft

Make an adorable bee using a cardboard tube, paint, paper, and insulating tape. It is a fun way of showing […]

Cardboard Tube Sheep

These adorable sheep are made from recycled cardboard tubes covered in cotton balls. This is a fun craft for spring […]

Cardboard Tube Featherheads

These adorable Featherheads are so easy to make and are great for a puppet show. There’s lots of room for […]

Rainbow Wind Chime

Make a pretty rainbow wind chime with recycled cans. It’s easy to make using different sizes of cans that nest.