Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Black Bear Cakes

Use cookies and candies to decorate chocolate snack cakes to look like adorable black bears. This is a cute treat […]

Grapevine Rainbow Wreath

This grapevine rainbow wreath is quick and fun, plus a great way to use up ribbon and felt scraps. Display […]

Pipe Cleaner Bouquet

Create a bright and colorful bouquet of flowers using pipe cleaners. This simple project is fun to give Mom for […]

Spring Hat

This bright and cheery spring hat is made from a paper bowl and a paper plate! Let your creativity show […]

Paper Mache Eggs

Transform mismatched plastic eggs into something much cuter with a paper mache technique. This easy craft is fun and has […]

Styrofoam Cup Spring Bonnet

These beautiful springtime hats are perfect for Easter and Mother’s Day! Adults “shrink” Styrofoam cups in the oven and then […]

Craft Stick Leprechaun Hat

Make your own leprechaun hat for St. Patrick’s Day. This fun craft takes about 15 minutes; washable markers add color […]

Soap Saver Pouch

Make these cute soap bags to take to take camping or to use at home. Not only they are cute […]

Easy Picture Frame Snowman

Build an adorable snowman using inexpensive picture frames and paper doilies. This easy project is such a fun way to […]

Leprechaun Hat Treat Cups

Turn ordinary snack-sized plastic storage containers into adorable leprechaun hats that will hold tasty treats. Allow enough time for multiple […]

Recycled Charging Station

Create your own phone charging station using an empty plastic bottle. Decorate it with fabric, ribbon, or other materials to […]

Bee Mine Plaque

Learn how to apply heat transfer vinyl to wood to make this adorable gift for someone you love. Teens can […]

Clothespin Mermaids

Create a cute set of mix-and-match mermaids from clothespins, construction paper, scrapbook paper, and ribbon. Your mermaid fan will have […]

Hairy Friends

Turn an empty container into a cute person whose hair really grows. This gardening project is fun for kids of […]

Cherry Brooch

Make a darling cherry brooch using red beads and green ribbon. This simple project is easy enough for beginning beaders to […]

Yarn Snowflake

Use yarn to make a pretty snowflake to hang in the window or to decorate, cards, or packages. Or, make […]

Chinese Lanterns

A lantern festival marks the end of the Chinese New Year. You can celebrate with your own Chinese lanterns made […]

Tin Can Snowman

This cute snowman is made with tin cans and homemade puffy paint. Hang your snowman inside or out and enjoy […]

Star Wand

Make some magical fun with this whimsical star wand. Decorate it however you’d like, as there is so much room […]

Salty Snowflake Ornament

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

Jingle Bells Snowman

Jingle Bells Snowman This cute snowman ornament looks adorable hanging from the Christmas tree. Make it as is, or simplify […]

Family Name Ornament

Family Name Ornament Personalize your Christmas tree with ornaments that spell out your family name. They’re so festive and fun! […]

No-Sew Sock Reindeer

Turn a simple sock into a festive holiday friend with just a few general craft supplies and rice. This adorable […]

Bottle Cap Snowman Ornament

This bottle cap snowman is easy to make with a little paint, blue, and scraps of ribbon. Even the smallest […]

Elf Feet

These adorable elf feet are easy, inexpensive and fun. They make a great gift for neighbors, teachers, classmates or anyone […]

Penguin Gift Tag

Get a jump on holiday preparations by having the kids make a bunch of penguin gift tags. They’re perfect for […]

Miniature Wreath Ornaments

These adorable little wreaths are made from plastic shower curtain rings, yarn, and ribbon. It’s an easy project with beautiful […]

Paper Loop Ornament

Take patterned paper scraps and turn them into beautiful ornaments for the tree. These make a lovely gift. 

Sweater Snowman

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

Craft Stick Santa Claus

Craft Stick Santa Claus This cute craft stick Santa is an easy ornament made with very few supplies. Put him together in […]

Easy Pipe Cleaner Wreath

Make an adorable Christmas decoration using pipe cleaner, ribbon and buttons. It makes a great ornament, gift topper or door […]

Cardboard Tube Gift Boxes

Turn empty cardboard tubes into the cutest little gift boxes. With some tissue paper and ribbon, these cardboard tubes are […]

3D Watercolor Pumpkin Place Cards

Decorate the holiday table with 3-D pumpkin place cards this Thanksgiving. This easy watercolor craft is done with brush pens […]

Rainbow Ribbon Turkey Decoration

Gather up your ribbon scraps and craft this Rainbow Ribbon Turkey decoration. It looks absolutely adorable sitting on the dinner […]

Faux Quilted Pallet Pumpkins

Create gorgeous faux-quilted pumpkins using stamps in a variety of sizes, shapes, and patterns. The modern pumpkin shapes blend with […]

Heart Turkey Magnet

You can prop this adorable turkey up against a place card for Thanksgiving, then use it as a refrigerator magnet […]

Cork Snowman

This sweet little snowman ornament started as an old cork. Kids will love this trash-to-treasure project.  

Diamond Art Joy Ornament

If you haven’t tried Diamond Art on a variety of surfaces, you’ll be amazed by how easy it is to […]

Ribbon Gobbler

This colorful turkey is made from ribbon and cardboard. Since it stands up on its own, you can use it […]

Black Cat Snack Cakes

Turn store bought snack cakes into Black Cats for Halloween using Air Head and Oreos. This is a great treat […]

Zipper Mouth Pencil Case

This cute monster pencil case gobbles up pencils keeping them safe in her mouth while you are in class! Make […]

Halloween Ribbon Wreath

Create your own easy-to-make Halloween Ribbon Wreath using assorted ribbons in purple, orange, and black, with a touch of white. […]

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 […]