Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Tissue Box Nativity

Create a beautiful Nativity using a recycled tissue box. The best part is that the kids can play with this […]

Rhinestone Recycled Ornament

Don’t throw away those jar lids just yet! Save them to make these sparkly ornaments for your tree, inspired by […]

Holiday Bottle Cap Magnets

Bottle cap magnets are really easy to make and are a great way to use up paper scraps. A wonderful […]

Plastic Bottle Penguins

You’ll want to dig through your recycling bin to make these adorable penguins. A perfect project for winter.

Water Bottle Penguin

Turn an old water bottle and a few other household materials into an eco-friendly penguin. A fun craft for children […]

Milk Carton Dreidel

Playing the dreidel game and eating lots of gelt is one of the best parts about the Hanukkah celebration. To […]

Cereal Box Turkey

Create an adorable turkey from paper and a recycled cereal box. It’s a fun and festive way for your kids […]

Dollar Bill Dispenser

Turn an empty cardboard tube into a Dollar Bill Dispenser! A creative way to give the gift of money.

Spider Stick Puppet

Make these cute and very easy spider stick puppets from cardboard tubes and felt. When you are done, use them […]

Monster Munchies

Turn your empty glass bottles into adorable monsters filled with munchies. Decorate them with construction paper, cardstock, pom poms, googly […]

Trash to Treasure Acorn

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

Egg Carton Apple Treat

Turn egg carton cups into a cute apple that holds a tasty surprise. A fun way to give a back-to-school […]

Minion Goodie Jars

Can’t get enough of those cute little minions? These little goodie jars make great party favors, banks for kids, or […]

Nutty Squirrels

Start by making these cute egg carton squirrels. When they are done, use them to play a game where players […]

Milk Jug Monster

Turn an empty milk jug into a colorful monster, perfect for Halloween. Use pom poms, yarn, tape, fabric, or anything […]

Cardboard Owls

These magical cardboard owls are all dressed up for Halloween! Make some of your own to decorate your space in […]

Egg Carton Bat

Reuse an old egg carton and make a whole family of cute bats! These would look great hanging from one […]

Candy Corn Scarecrow

Candy Corn is such a fun fall treat, especially when it is packaged as a cute scarecrow! Great as a […]

Egg Carton Train

This awesome train is made entirely from recycled packaging and other household castoffs. What a wonderful way to turn trash […]

Upcycled Pill Bottle Koala

Decorate an empty pill bottle with an adorable koala using felt and yarn. A cute way to store sequins, googly […]

Homemade Magic 8 Ball

Use an empty glass jar to make your own Magic 8 Ball that will “magically” answer any yes-no question. A […]

Scrabble Tile Coaster

Use old Scrabble tiles to create custom coasters. A fun and useful gift that you can personalize! Great for Grandparent’s […]

Paper Plate Noah’s Ark

Transform empty cartons and paper plates into a fabulous Noah’s Ark craft. Children can add whatever animals they wish.. in […]

Airplane Movie Snack Tray

Transform an empty cereal box into an awesome snack tray, perfect for Family Movie Night at home. A great activity […]

Plastic Bottle Apples

It only take a few simple steps to make cute plastic bottle apples. Use them to hold treats or even […]

Giant Teacher Pencil

Turn an empty Pringles container into an awesome pencil-shaped gift for your teacher. Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Week or back-to-school.

Apple Pencil Holder

Give your teacher an adorable apple pencil holder for Teacher Appreciation Week, during back-to-school, or as a Christmas gift. This […]