Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Candy Apple Treats

These cute apple treats are budget friendly and super easy to make. They’re fun as back-to-school party favors or to […]

Newspaper Hat

It’s easy and inexpensive to make your own hat using newspaper. Decorate it with paint, ribbon, faux flowers, pipe cleaners, […]

Stained Glass Kite

Hang stained glass kites in the window to let the sun shine through them. Melt crayons in between wax paper […]

Ponytail Ribbons

Add some sparkle to a plain jane ponytail using ribbons from your craft closet! Simple instructions to follow. Make adorable […]

Vegetable Collage Banner

Use scraps of paper, ribbon, and other materials in green, red, orange, and purple to make vegetable collages. Then hang […]

Patriotic Star Suncatchers

These star suncatchers are a great way to decorate for any patriotic holiday, including the 4th of July, Memorial Day, […]

Kiddie Car Wash

Kids will love washing their cars and bikes, as well as themselves, in this cool kiddie car wash! Read on […]

Graduation Leis

Create a lei for any special celebration using this tutorial. Whether it’s dog treats for an obedience school graduate or candy […]

Hershey Kiss Flower Bouquet

Make a colorful bouquet featuring Hershey’s kisses for someone special. This easy project is ideal for Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation […]

Candy Bouquet Gift

Show that special teacher just how much you care with this cute and tasty Candy Bouquet.  It also makes a […]

Mom and Me Wooden Spoons

Mom and Me Wooden Spoons These cute little dolls made from wooden spoons can be personalized however you’d like. Use […]

Make Your Own Chocolate Bunnies

These do-it-yourself chocolate bunnies are made with a chocolate mold. Adding a ribbon, eye and bow makes a cute little […]

Inch Worm Cupcakes

Perfect for a spring or bug party, these charming little guys will inch their way right onto your plate! Follow […]

St. Patrick’s Day Backdrop

Turn cardboard and ribbon into a festive shamrock backdrop for St. Patrick’s Day. This easy project comes together quickly.

Cotton Ball Container Bunny

Turn a recycled container, craft foam, and fluffy cotton balls into this adorable Easter Bunny. Fill him up with treats […]

Paper Plate Handbags

This paper plate purse is the ultimate preschool accessory! Customize yours with your favorite colors and decorations.

Hugs and Kisses Jar

Make an extra special gift for someone you love by personalizing it with your handprints! Parents and grandparents will love […]

Garden Hose Wreath

Turn a garden hose into a lovely spring wreath! It’s simple and quick and a great way to upcycle a […]

Nesting Doll Art

This cute craft is inspired by Russian matryoshka nesting dolls. Use construction paper and ribbon to make adorable nesting dolls […]

Paper Roll Love Birds

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

Rose Valentine Bookmarks

These pretty paper rose bookmarks are perfect for giving on Valentine’s Day. Attach a note saying “You hold a special […]

Cardboard Tube Pillow Box

These cute pillow boxes are made with cardboard tubes. They are perfect for wrapping jewelry or other small gifts.

Toilet Paper Roll Snowmen

Make a fun winter craft with these cute cardboard tube snowmen. There are so many possibilities to stretch your creativity […]

Canning Jar Lid Snowman

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

Paper Plate Noise Maker

This classic project is great for the little ones to ring in the new year! It’s fun, easy to make, […]

Angel Ornament

Turn clam shells into an adorable Christmas angel. This easy craft makes a beautiful ornament for the tree.

Tissue Paper Tassel Garland

Decorate for New Year’s Eve (or any occasion!) with a simple garland of tassels. These gold and silver tissue paper […]

Pine Cone Elves

These adorable little elves are made from supplies found in nature. Hang them as ornaments or use them as cute […]

Tinsel Bell Ornaments

These pretty ornaments are made from tinsel and paper cups. Make a bunch of these and hang them as a […]

Salt Dough Snowman Ornament

Salt Dough Snowman Ornament Salt dough is so fun for kids and makes great ornaments. This snowman has character and […]

Recycled Can Christmas Centerpiece

Believe it or not, these beautiful centerpieces start with empty soup cans! From there, add simple decorations to create jaw-dropping […]

Christmas Ball Wreath

Create a gorgeous (and affordable!) Christmas wreath that perfectly fits your color scheme. It starts with dollar store ornaments.

Candy Kiss Mouse Ornament

Learn how to make cute ornaments using 2 candy kisses and a few other supplies. They’re great for gifts or […]

Christmas Lantern Craft

Create gorgeous Christmas lanterns in no time at all. Use them outdoors to light up your yard or front porch […]

Cookie Turkey Pop

These adorable cookie and candy on a stick turkeys are a great craft for kids on Thanksgiving. Gobble this turkey […]

Cardboard Tube Party Favors

These cardboard tube party favors are fun for Hanukkah or pretty much any other occasion. Just switch out the colors […]

Pez Dispenser Costume

Dress up like a reindeer Pez dispenser for Halloween… or for a Christmas party! This easy costume comes together quickly […]

Turkey Lollipop Covers

Make lollipop turkeys using burlap and construction paper. What a fun Thanksgiving craft for kids to create and share!

Outer Space Beanbags

These colorful beanbags are made from planet themed fabric and beans. Use them for all sorts of space-inspired games.

Pine Cone Winter Fairies

Head out on a nature hike to collect pinecones and acorns, then turn them into beautiful winter fairies. They look […]

Creative Cardboard Cars

Turn cardboard boxes and a few other household items into these creative cars. It’s a fun rainy day project or […]

Personalized Napkin Rings

Empty cardboard tubes make wonderful napkin rings. After decorating them, customize them with a Scrabble tile of each person’s initial.

Fall Lantern

Arrange pinecones, mini pumpkins, and other seasonal items inside a lantern. Add a festive bow and  the result is a […]

School Spirit Pin

Kick off the back-to-school sports season with an awesome homemade spirit pin. Wear it to cheer on the home team […]

Candy Corn Garland

Decorate your mantle this Halloween with this super easy candy corn banner. It starts with paper plates and colored paper […]

Pumpkin Display

Decorate for fall with a cool autumnal display. Paint stripes, dots, and diamonds on paper mache pumpkins, then add glittery […]

RIbbon Barrettes

Remember the ribbon barrettes girls made in the early 1980’s? They’re just as fun and fashionable today as they were […]

Foil Pendants

Here’s a inexpensive jewelry craft that really gets kids thinking creatively! It’s fun for birthday parties, sleepovers, or when just […]

Kindness Bookmarks

Use foam sheets, stickers, and ribbon to make Kindness Bookmarks. Writing, cutting, and gluing are great skills for little hands […]

Pencil Holder for Teachers

Rinse and clean a can, then attach ribbon and crayons to make an adorable pencil holder. This would make a […]

Handprint Ballerina

Preserve your little ballerina’s petite handprints forever with this beautiful handprint project. This would also make a wonderful gift for […]

Easy Star Button Wreath

This festive wreath is made using a paper plate, stars, buttons and ribbon. Let the kids use their imagination to […]

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.