Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cat Paper Bag Puppet

Turn a paper bag into an awesome cat puppet with just a few simple steps. Then use your cat to […]

Yoda Paper Bag Puppet

Transform a paper bag into an adorable Yoda puppet using construction paper and googly eyes. Then have your own Star […]

St. Patrick Puppet

Celebrate the feast of St. Patrick with this paper bag puppet. It’s a wonderful way to learn about the religious […]

Stuff The Turkey Game

Stuff the Turkey is the perfect party game for Thanksgiving. It’s so simple to make and a lot of fun […]

Fall Turkey Paper Bag Craft

With this fun paper bag turkey project, toddlers can practice color sorting and matching, while older kids can practice their […]

Old Glory Pennant

Old Glory Pennant Use a paper grocery bag to make this patriotic pennant to hang on your wall. This project […]

Grass Crown for Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day with a Grass Crown made from a paper bag. This easy craft is great fun for toddlers […]

Nature Exploration Journal

Turn a paper bag into your own nature journal! This craft inspires kids to get out and explore with 40+ […]

Native American Doll Clothes

Make doll clothes inspired by Native American styles using easily available material like plain brown lunch bags. It’s inexpensive and […]

The Hulk Party Bag

Fans of The Avengers will love these super easy Hulk bags. They’re great fun as birthday party favors, to hold […]

Paper Bag Owl Puppet

This cute Paper Bag Owl Puppet is a simple project that will provide hours of playtime fun.

Paper Bag Pirate Puppet

Arrrr! It’s time to make this cute paper bag pirate puppet and have your very own puppet show. Make this […]

Paper Bag Peacock Puppet

Turn a paper bag into a colorful peacock puppet! Then use the completed puppet to put on your own puppet […]

Jack O’ Lantern Treat Bags

Make your own treat bags or gift bags and decorate them to look like festive Jack O’ Lanterns! Fun and […]

Octopus Puppet

Turn a paper bag into a fun octopus puppet! This project is easy enough for the youngest of crafters.

Shark Paper Bag Puppet

Here’s a cute project for the kids that they can play with afterward. Make shark puppets from paper bags for […]

Paper Bag Jellyfish

Make a whole jellyfish family using paper bags, paint, and googly eyes. Fun to pair with a study of ocean […]

Paper Bag Frog Puppet

April is National Frog Month and spring is the perfect time to talk about frogs with kids. Make this fun […]

Paper Bag Dog Puppet

Turn a brown lunch sack into a cute dog puppet that is great for imaginary play. Use the included templates […]

Cat Trick or Treat Bags

Use these instructions to make these cute Halloween cat themed paper bags. They are perfect for trick-or-treating!

Spooky Fun Treat Bags

Whip up some super fun treat bags and give the gift of crafting this Halloween. A very unique and fun […]

Faux Animal Hide Art

Make native-inspired art on faux animal hides. It all starts with an old paper bag. A great history project!

Clown Paper Bag Puppet

Make a fun clown puppet from a paper bag. Print templates or design your own shapes. So much room for […]

Lunch Bag Kite

Let your imagination soar and make a flock of paper bag kites. Or make other animal faces. The sky’s the […]

St. Brigid’s Cross

Saint Brigid’s cross is traditionally woven on January 31st, in preparation for the Irish spring festival on February 1st. The […]

Paper Bag Stick Horse

Turn common household recyclables into hobby horse that’s perfect for indoor play. Add a paper bag vest and your little […]

Paper Bag Nest

Repurpose a paper bag to make a cute bird nest this spring. After the season passes, recycle the nest and […]