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.

Spooky Pipe Cleaner Spiders

These spooky spiders are easy to make, inexpensive, and completely mess-free… the perfect project for a Halloween party or get-together. […]

Pumpkin Hat

Make a cute pumpkin hat using a paper bowl. Fun to wear for Halloween, Thanksgiving or on any other fall […]

Trash to Treasure Acorn

Turn an empty prize container from a gumball machine into a cute acorn. Fill it with nuts as an adorable […]

Rotini Noodle Sunflower

Create a dimensional sunflower craft using rotini noodles and pipe cleaners. It’s a fun project for young kids to try.

Chenille Critters

Make whimsical critters using beads and chenille stems. It’s easy to do and the possibilities for creativity are endless!

Cardboard Tube Zebra

Raid the recycling bin for materials to make this adorable zebra. It’s fun and inexpensive to put together.

Pipe Cleaner Dog

With a few twists you can turn a pipe cleaner into a toy poodle, pug or other special dog.  All […]

Tinker Creatures

Tinker around to build some cool and one-of-a-kind creatures! This project is a great way to use up any leftover craft […]

Pipe Cleaner Lizard

This cute pipe cleaner lizard is easy and inexpensive to make. After making the lizard, see what other animals you can create!

Paper Mache Pinata Fish

Discover how easy it is to make a pinata using paper mache. This cute fish pinata would be great for […]

Pipe Cleaner Crown

Every princess needs a sparkly crown. Use silver pipe cleaners and plastic jewels to make the perfect crown for your […]

Forky from Toy Story 4

Use the same materials as Bonnie does in Toy Story 4 to make your own Forky. What a fun addition […]

Cotton Ball Cat

By covering a paper cup with cotton balls, you can make this fuzzy looking kitty cat.

Wiggly Worm Ring Toss

This ring toss game is really fun to make and just as enjoyable to play!  It’s a great summertime activity.

Egg Carton Buggy Mobile

This adorable mobile is a time consuming project, but the results are well-worth the time invested! You can shorten the […]

Egg Carton Lobster

Add some color to your next beach party with these bright red lobsters. They’re quick and easy to make using […]

For a Dynamite Dad

Fill empty cardboard tubes with Dad’s favorite candy, then decorate them with construction paper, aluminum foil, pipe cleaners and stickers. […]

World’s Best Dad Trophy

World’s Best Dad Trophy Make Dad a shiny gold trophy for Father’s Day using foam cups. This trophy will show […]

Farm Animal Magnets

Chenille stems and felt scraps are used to make these adorable farm animal magnets. Easy to make from craft items […]

Mixed Media Hamburgers

Use construction paper, yarn, tissue paper, Easter grass and more to create colorful, fun Mixed Media Hamburgers. A great project […]

Pipe Cleaner Chameleon

This chameleon fits comfortably into a pocket or pencil case, won’t make a peep during class, and doesn’t need food […]

Simple Spaceship

National Space Day is the first week of May. This simple spaceship craft is made from old CD’s, the plastic […]

Ladybug Bug Jar

This adorable ladybug bug jar is the perfect spring craft for kids. Not only does it give new life to […]

Tiny Fuzzy Chick

Make a cute little chick to hide in plastic Easter eggs, use as a decoration or include in a special […]

Egg Carton Ladybugs

Make cute ladybugs from empty egg cartons. Just grab some paint and get started with this fun craft!

Egg Carton Spy Glasses

Encourage imaginative play with this fun craft. Bring out their inner james Bond! Made with recycled egg carton cups and […]

Cardboard Tube Chicks

While these cute chicks are great anytime, these are ideal for Easter. All you need are cardboard tubes, paint and […]

Paper Loop Chick

These adorable little chicks will delight kids of all ages. Easy to make from construction paper, feathers and pipe cleaners, […]

Pig Party Hat

Make adorable pig party hats for National Pig Day, a reading of the Three Little Pigs, for a barnyard-themed birthday, […]

Easter Bunny Mask

Give a cereal box a new life by making this cute Easter Bunny mask. It’s a fun way to get […]

Dr. Seuss Finger Puppets

Our Cat in the Hat and Thing finger puppets turn a reading story into a play! Made from pipe cleaners, […]

Snow Floam Sensory Play

Celebrate winter while staying warm and crafting indoors with snow-themed floam! It’s made from recycled styrofoam and will provide hours […]

Cardboard Tube Pig

Pigs are one of the best animals to make into a craft. They are simple, adorable, and don’t require a […]

Love Bugs

These yarn Love Bugs are adorable… such a fun craft to do with your little Valentines! Give them out to […]

Paper Plate Snowman

Paper Plate Snowman Make a jumbo snowman for your front door or a smaller one for your room. Either way […]

100 Days of School “Pizza”

Celebrate the 100th day of school with this homemade “pizza”. Use your imagination to top your pizza with 100 pizza […]

Candy Cane Reindeer

With a little yarn, some candy canes and lots of creativity, you can make your very own candy cane reindeer! […]

Christmas Finger Puppets

What child doesn’t want to create and act in a play! These finger puppets will fill the playbill and continue […]

Craft Stick Turkey

Turn craft sticks into this fun, playful turkey! A great Thanksgiving craft for your kids. This also makes a fun […]

Milk Jug Garage

Kids will have as much fun building this car garage as they will have playing with it. The best part […]

Coffee Filter Flowers

Learn how to make coffee filter flowers with this simple and easy tutorial. These flowers look very realistic and are […]

Firework Flowers

Patriotic posies for your Fourth of July celebrations. Make a bunch to decorate your table or let the kids give […]

Sturdy Rock Paper Weights

Charming rock bugs with keep a watchful eye over your important papers. An easy craft that sends the kids on […]

Pony Bead Fish

This pony bead fish is perfect for religious settings like Sunday School or VBS, or as an ocean or beach […]

Easter Finger Puppets

Adorable finger puppets for Easter made from twisted chenille stems. Would also be cute to use as pencil toppers!

Handprint Butterfly

Everybody loves butterflies and this one is easy for little crafters to make. A great keepsake too!

Cardboard Tube Dog

This cute puppy is made from a recycled cardboard tube. Paper towel or toilet tubes are perfect for this project.

Christmas Slime Jars

These slime jars are so cute. They’re a fun and easy gift kids can make and give at Christmas.

Plastic Spoon Monsters

These silly Plastic Spoon Monsters are a great Halloween craft for kids. Let your creativity go wild!

Cardboard Aliens

Turn cardboard tubes into friendly aliens. Let your creativity go wild with this project!

Origami Tulip

Bring spring indoors with origami tulips. This easy paper craft looks so pretty on display.

Pony Bead Rainbow

Create a beautiful rainbow using pipe cleaners and pony beads. This is a great activity to work on color recognition […]

Craft Stick Christmas Tree

These cute little trees are easy to put together with the most basic of kids craft supplies. They look beautiful […]

Cat BOO Kit

This cute cat is stuffed full of gifts for those with feline friends. It starts with an empty container.

Clothespin Farm Animal Magnets

Clothespin Farm Animal Magnets These adorable little animals are so easy to make and they’ll love holding your artwork or notes […]

Fine Motor Spiders

These Fine Motor Spiders are a great way to have some fun while developing your little one’s fine motor skills, […]

Chenille Stem Spider

Turn chenille stems and beads into a surprisingly realistic spider. It’s a wonderful project to accompany a study of spiders.