Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap

Cereal Box Leprechaun Trap: In order to catch a leprechaun, you must have some bait to lure him in and […]

Family Photo Puzzle

Turn a photo of your family into a puzzle using a recycled cereal box, You can use any size of […]

Salty Snowflake Ornament

With just a little bit of salt, some tape and plastic lids, you can make this festive snowflake ornament. Hang […]

Cereal Box Winter Diorama

If your kids are wishing they were outside playing in the snow, do the next best thing. Make an imaginary […]

Recycled Denim Beaded Bracelet

Make this cute beaded bracelet from the seam of an old pair of jeans. It’s a fun recycling project, especially […]

Sweater Snowman

This adorable snowman is made from a recycled sweater! Learn how easy it is to turn an old sweater into […]

Bottle Pilgrim Woman

This cute pilgrim is made from a recycled barbecue sauce bottle. You can easily adapt the idea to make all […]

Egg Carton Pinecones

These awesome pine cones are made from painted recycled egg cartons! They’re a fun craft for fall.

Cardboard Tube Family of Ghouls

Turn ordinary cardboard tubes into a colorful family of ghoulish monsters! This creative craft is fun anytime, but especially fun […]

Juice Box Mummy

  Juice Box Mummies Don’t throw out those empty juice box containers! Make a slew of these super easy mummies to celebrate […]

Paper Mache Patchwork Turtle

This cute little turtle is made using cardboard tubes, paper mache, fabric and Mod Podge. It’s a fun project for […]

Cardboard Tube Scarecrow

This cute scarecrow is made from recycled materials. It’s a great project for fall and has so much room for […]

Cardboard Tube Butterflies

Turn empty cardboard tubes into cute and colorful butterflies. They’re easy to do and a fun recycling project for kids. 

Cardboard Tube Jellyfish

This Cardboard Tube Jellyfish couldn’t be cuter! It’s a great craft to teach your kids about recycling and lots of […]

Cardboard Tube Pirate

Ahoy mateys! Gather your crew for a high seas craft project with this creative cardboard tube pirate craft. It’s an […]

Pop Bottle Wind Spinner

Put kids to work recycling those old empty soda bottles and turning them into fun wind toys. They’re so pretty […]

Recycled Ladybug Jar

This adorable ladybug jar is a great recycling project for kids. Use this cutie to hold school supplies, small toys, […]

Recycled CD Spring Lamb

This cute CD lamb is great for spring, Earth Day, Easter or just anytime your kids want a quick and […]

Forever Fish Tank

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

Football Pen Holder

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

Woven Cereal Box Sun

Using some cardboard from a cereal box and some yarn, your kids can make this adorable woven sun! It’s a […]

Cardboard Tube Superman

Make this fun Superman craft using a cardboard tube and construction paper. It’s easy using the free pattern included in […]

Woven Milk Carton

Make a fun basket by weaving a milk carton. Simply weave yarn or string in between flaps you cut in […]

55+ Cereal Box Crafts for Kids

Wondering what to do with that empty cereal box? Don’t just toss it in the recycle bin. Instead, browse through the […]

T-Shirt Rug

Turn old t-shirts into a work of art! Weave t-shirt material using a hula hoop as a guide to create […]

Cardboard Tube Featherheads

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

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.

Cardboard Tube Penguins

Recycle some cardboard tube by making these adorable penguins. They’re perfect for a zoo unit or just for talking about […]

Canning Jar Lid Snowman

This adorable snowman is made from a recycled canning jar lid! It’s a fun winter project for kids.

Mushroom House

Using a paper cup and a paper plate along with some color and imagination, you can put together this sweet […]

Cereal Box Mayflower

Make a fun Thanksgiving centerpiece to show what the whole family is thankful for. This Mayflower ship is made from […]

Colored Pencil Can

Colored Pencil Can This colored pencil can is pretty and functional! What makes this holder special is that the pencils […]

Bread Tag Monsters

Use plastic bread tags and paint to create these fun Halloween monsters! They’re a great way to close goodie bags […]

Helicopter Ornament

This helicopter ornament is made out of a clear glass ball, wooden spatulas/ice cream sticks, and some odds and ends […]

Cereal Box Monsters

Turn empty, recycled cereal boxes into fun and kooky monsters using construction paper and a glue stick! A fun craft […]

Jellyfish Pull Piñata

This Jellyfish Pull Piñata is so cute and great fun for a party. It’s easy to make using cardboard, streamers, […]

Fall Leaf Finger Puppets

Use cardboard tubes and either real or fake leaves to create these fun to play with finger puppets for fall.

Desktop Organizer

Desktop Organizer Kids can make this adorable desktop organizer to hold all their supplies! Cubbies on top hold glue, erasers, […]

Butterfly Sun Catchers

These bright butterfly sun catchers get their vivid colors from recycled plastic packaging, clear glue and some water-based markers. This […]

Recycled School Bus

Don’t throw away your household items. Recycle and reuse them. Make a school bus with the kids. All you need […]

Pill Bottle Flower

Learn how to turn an empty pill bottle into a flower. This clever recycling project is easy to customize to […]

TMNT Finger Puppets

Turn empty cardboard tubes into amazing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles finger puppets. It’s a COWABUNGA fun craft for kids!

Recycled Faux Cacti

These faux cacti recycled from plastic packaging are so fun to make and look great. Display these vibrant succulents on […]

Ladybug Bug Jar

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

Recycled Denim Flower Magnets

Turn worn-out kid’s jeans into a fun and useful magnet.  It’s great as a gift for Mother’s Day or even […]

Cardboard Tube Horse

Make this cute horse from chenille stems and cardboard tubes! A great recycling project. Make a Cardboard Tube Horse.

Cardboard Tube Lambs

These cute lambs start with a cardboard tube. They’re such a fun craft for spring.

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 […]