Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Pipe Cleaner Crafts

Have a big stash of pipe cleaners just waiting to be used? We have over 400 pipe cleaner crafts for the kids to make! Find all sorts of fun project ideas to keep the kids busy for hours.

Finding Dory Gift Wrapping

Gifts are even more fun when the wrapping is part of the theme! Replace the bow on a traditional present […]

Old Glory Pennant

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

Salt Dough Skunk

Use salt dough or clay to make these cute skunk sculptures. This project is a fun addition to a study […]

Easy Whiskers Gift Bag

This cute whiskers gift bag is so easy and adds a fun touch to a present. Make it a black […]

Apple Pie Playdough

Make apples or other creations with this fun playdough, which is scented like apple pie. It leaves the house smelling […]

Colorful Tropical Fish

These pretty fish are so bright and cheerful! They would make a great decoration for an ocean themed birthday party […]

Uncle Sam Treat Holders

Uncle Sam Treat Holders Decorate your table this Fourth of July with these adorable treat holders made to look like […]

Styrofoam Cup Sea Crabs

These adorable crabs are made from Styrofoam coffee cups and pipe cleaners. What a fun and colorful beach craft for […]

Coffee Filter Poppy

Coffee Filter Poppy Poppy flowers are bright red with a dark center, a beautiful contrast that makes for a lovely project! Make […]

Bendable Fabric Flower

Make a colorful, bendable flower using scrap pieces of fabric and pipe cleaners. This is a great spring project, perfect […]

Kitty Headband

Turn chenille stems and lace into a cute kitty headband for little girls to wear. It’s fun for dress-up play or […]

Paper Bag Tiger Puppet

Make this cute paper bag tiger for a zoo-themed party, as a Cub Scout project, during the Year of the […]

Playdough Monsters

How cute are these!? Make adorable monsters from squished homemade kool-aid play dough, wiggle eyes and a few embellishments.

Recycled Plastic Egg Bugs

Give those plastic Easter eggs a second life as these cute and colorful bugs. There are so many possibilities with […]

Crazy Pasta Sculptures

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

Pipe Cleaner Bubble Wands

Use pipe cleaners and pony beads to make fun and whimsical bubble wands in a variety of shapes! This is […]

Mini Flower Pots

These cute mini flower pots are so easy to make. With just a few simple materials, these peat pot planters […]

Paper Plate Bumble Bee

This cheerful Paper Plate Bumble Bee will make everybody smile. It’s fun and easy to do.

Forever Fish Tank

This adorable little fish tank craft is the perfect project for someone who wants a no-maintenance pet. Make your own […]

Tissue Box Critter

This adorable critter is actually a tissue box cover! Make this cute little guy from decorative paper and other fun […]

Strawberry Treat Cups

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

Pencil Birds

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

Coffee Filter Butterfly

These colorful Coffee Filter Butterflies are so much fun to make because each is unique. They’re great to make while […]

Craft Foam Worm

This clever worm craft will hold its shape when bent. A cute project for a rainy day (when worms are […]

Bee-Themed Number Matching Game

Transform pipe cleaners, googly eyes, clothespins and a few other basic craft materials into adorable bees. Use the bees to […]

Clay Pot Bee

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

Paper Plate Ladybug

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

Cardboard Tube Beaded Butterfly

Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into adorable butterflies for spring! Attach a magnet and stick it on the fridge or attach […]

Sponge Butterfly Magnets

Turn plain kitchen sponges into adorable butterfly refrigerator magnets. This clever craft is a fun way to celebrate the season.

Dotty Butterfly

Celebrate spring with these colorful dotty butterflies. They’re made from easy-to-use items like paper plates, chenille stems, and pom poms.

Bendable Monkey

Create an adorable monkey using construction paper and pipe cleaners. Bend the arms and legs so it hangs just the […]

Easy Magazine Flowers

Turn old magazines into fun and colorful flowers. This easy craft is a great way to use something that might […]

Q-Tip Daisies

Create beautiful daisies using plain q-tips. Paint them first to make different colored flowers.

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, […]

Farm Animal Easter Eggs

Who says that the Easter bunny is the only animal that celebrates Easter? Bring the whole farm in for the […]

Cardboard Tube Ewoks

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love Ewoks, so these adorable little guys will be a hit with the whole […]

Wearable Perfect Parakeet

These wrist parakeets are simple to make, require few supplies, and are adorable! Thanks to their sturdy pipe cleaner tethers, […]

Craft Stick Bunnies

Time for an Easter or springtime puppet show using these colorful craft stick bunny rabbits. Give them even more Easter […]

Foam Cup Bunnies

Make an adorable pair of shelf-sitting bunnies that are perfect for Easter. Fun for kids and adults alike!

Egg Carton Frog

Turn a recycled egg carton into an adorable frog. A great craft project for the kids to celebrate spring and […]

Egg Carton Bouquet

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

Foam Cup Sheep

This adorable craft project is kid friendly and super fast. Make this cute little lamb for spring or any time […]

Giant Crystal Rainbow

Kids of all ages will be wowed by this beautiful giant crystal rainbow. It’s fun, easy and a great activity to […]

Foam Cup Chick

Turn a foam cup into an adorable shelf sitter chick! This easy decoration is great for Easter or throughout spring.

Egg Carton Cherry Blossoms

Turn an ordinary cardboard egg carton into this blossoming branch of loveliness! What a wonderful way to make the beauty […]

Rainbow Wind Chime

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

Light Bulb Bumblebee

Don’t throw away that burned out light bulb! With a few simple craft materials, you can turn it into an […]

Pink Flamingo Valentine

Turn sparkly foam hearts and pipe cleaners into Pink Flamingo Valentines! This no-mess project is perfect for kids and is […]

Monster Valentines

It can be hard to find Valentine ideas that boys AND girls will like. These adorable monsters will appeal to […]

Pink Bubbles and Heart Blowers

Homemade bubbles and heart blowers are so much fun for Valentine’s Day! Add the cute printable tag and it’s ready […]

Cupid’s Bow and Arrow

This easy craft is lots of fun for Valentine’s Day. All you need are glittery pipe cleaners, paint and dowels.

Mardi Gras Feather Mask

Celebrate Mardi Gras this year with this colorful feathery mask for dressing up! This is a wonderful group activity too.

Paper Roll Love Birds

Learn how to make these cute love birds from cardboard tubes and glitter. They couldn’t be cuter!