Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Seashell Peacock

Use playdough and a seashell to create a colorful peacock. This easy craft is fun and couldn’t be cuter!

Colorful Acorns

Create colorful acorns with acrylic paint to decorate your home for fall! They’re easy to make and are simply beautiful.

Scuba Diver Costume

This scuba diver costume is so clever! It’s inexpensive and really easy to pull together.

Watercolor Leaf Garland

This beautiful crayon and watercolor project makes a wonderful decoration for fall. It’s a fun project to do as a […]

Yarn Pumpkin

Decorate for fall with this cute yarn pumpkin. It’s easy, fun and even smells like fall.

Future Voter Button

Future Voter Button Voting is important and many young citizens don’t take advantage of the opportunity. Do your part to […]

Angry Bird Coasters

Have an Angry Birds fan in the house? Make these Angry Birds coasters and create a special movie night at home!

CD Scratch Art

Use an old CD to create beautiful scratch art. The completed art can be hung on the wall, used as […]

Cardboard Dragon

Create a cardboard dragon with cardboard boxes and other materials. They’re great fun for a dragon-themed party, a dragon costume, […]

Batik with Toothpaste

Create beautiful faux batiks using a resist made from toothpaste and lotion! All the fun of batik without the mess […]

Egg and Spoon Game

Egg and Spoon Game This is a mess-free version of an old classic. It’s lots of fun for parties, picnics […]

Clown Name Tag

Clown Name Tag This fun tutorial teaches you how to make a clown name tag and how to discover what […]

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.

Monogram Block Magnets

Repurpose the baby blocks you no longer use to make a family set of monogrammed magnets for the refrigerator. It’s […]

Flag Craft

This beautiful American flag craft is made with sticks. Pair it with a nature walk for a wonderful day the […]

Peg Doll Family Plaque

Create an adorable plaque that represents your family using peg dolls. This makes a wonderful gift, too!

Painted Glasses

A little bit of creativity can change ordinary drinking glasses into fabulous underwater scenes. This is a fun way to […]

Alligator Pencil Box

Turn a plain pencil box into a fun, pencil-chomping alligator! This is such a fun project when the kids are […]

Painted Flag Rocks

This easy craft is a great opportunity for kids to learn about the countries participating in the Olympics. Make just a […]

Line Art

Tape makes it easy to create beautiful artwork quickly and inexpensively. The tutorial shows five different styles.

Seashell Frame

Bring the beach home with this easy seashell frame craft. Use it to display a favorite photo from the trip!

Rocket Stamp

Can you guess what ordinary office supply was transformed to make this cool rocket stamp?! Make your own stamp to decorate […]

Fabric Bracelets

Use strips of gauze, paint and glue to create these one-of-a-kind fabric bracelets. They are so pretty and make a […]

Musical Shakers

Music stimulates cognitive development… and so does crafting! This project includes both, as children build and then play their own instruments.

Glue-Resist Dinosaur

The dried glue used to make this dinsoaur resists paint and produces a really cool effect. Freehand the skeleton or […]

Bottle-Stamped Flowers

Use an empty soda bottle to create these cute stamped flowers. This is a fun craft for all ages to do.

Paper Plate Fish

Make a school of colorful fish from paper plates! Decorate them with paint, sequins, feathers, pom poms or anything else you […]

Milk Jug Bat Masks

Don’t throw out those milk jugs! They’re the perfect materials to make these fun bat masks for Halloween, a themed […]

Exploding Art

Grab the kids and head outdoors for this super fun exploding art project! IEach one is completely different.

Colorful Magnetic Board

This huge magnetic board is great for hanging kids’ artwork, leaving notes, or practicing spelling words. You might be surprised […]

Squirt Gun Painting

Kids of all ages will love creating artwork with paint-filled squirt guns! This unique project is the ultimate in summertime […]

Painted Planters

Make eye-catching planters for the front porch or anywhere else. It’s hard to believe they start as trash cans!

Citrus Slice Coasters

Use air-dry clay and paint to create colorful coasters that are lots of fun for summer. They’re easy to make, […]

Plastic Spoon Peacock

This stunning peacock is made from plastic spoons and cotton swabs. It’s easy to do and looks spectacular!

Cupcake Liner Butterflies

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

Stars and Stripes Tile Coasters

You won’t believe how easy and inexpensive these patriotic coasters are to make! These are sure to be a patriotic party […]

Aluminum Can Vase

Turn an empty aluminum can into a colorful vase! This easy recycling project is great fun for kids of all […]

Painting with Unusual Brushes

Create a stunning art canvas with brushes that are traditionally used for something other than painting! The different textures and shapes give […]

Paper Plate Jellyfish

This cute jellyfish is made from a paper plate and ribbon. A fun project for preschoolers and great for an […]

Fish Magnets

Recycle a foam meat tray into adorable fish magnets. You can even recycle those old magnets you’ve had on your […]

Patriotic Pinwheel

Make your own patriotic paper using paint and a home made sponge stamp! It’s easy and so much fun. Patriotic […]

Finding Dory Ketchup Packet Fish

Turn ketchup packages into colorful fish from the world of Finding Dory. Through a science experiment called “The Cartesian Diver,” […]

Olympics-Themed Note Card

An Olympics-themed party is fun any time, but is especially great during an Olympic year. These note cards can be […]

Wooden Jewelry Box

Turn a pre-made wooden container into a unique and practical jewelry box that is perfect for holding earrings. All it takes […]

Doll Crib Makeover

Give an old doll crib new life by repainting, adding new fabric and personalizing it. It will provide hours of […]

Painted Stone Bugs

Transform plain rocks into colorful and fun bugs for the garden. It’s easy to do and there’s tons of room […]

Painted Trays

Use paint and tape to add pretty geometric patterns to trays. It’s easy to do and the possibilities are endless.

Fabric Painted Cushions

Kids will love making their own cushion that shows off their artwork. Begin by using fabric paint to decorate fabric, […]

My Dad Rocks

Say “My Dad Rocks!” with this awesome card to make for Father’s Day. Use the printable included with the tutorial or […]

Chinese Theater Handprint Craft

This easy handprint craft is inspired by the many celebrities honored in the forecourt at the Chinese Theater in Hollywood. […]

Inspirational Painted Canvas

Use a favorite Bible verse or inspirational quote to create a meaningful canvas for yourself or someone special. It’s easy […]

Crib Rails Planter

When it’s time to convert the crib to a toddler bed, turn the rails into a vertical planter. After an […]

Car Nut Frame

Car Nut Frame Is Dad hooked on cars? If he loves cars, trucks, or anything with a motor, then this frame […]