Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Quilled Ornaments Card

Make a beautiful card to send to someone special this winter. Quilling is easy, inexpensive and lots of fun!

Dress Form Christmas Tree

Make a unique Christmas tree using a dress form and other easy-to-find materials. It’s a fun project for a teen’s […]

Christmas Garland

Create a rustic and natural garland made from sweetgum balls, inexpensive Christmas ornaments, and burlap. It’s easy to do and leaves […]

Felt Holiday Haversack

Create an adorable holiday haversack out of felt and ribbon. This sewing project can be as simple or as elaborate […]

Paper Bookmarks

Making bookmarks with images from gift wrap is a fun reading-related project! Keep some and give away more as gifts.

Stuffed Felt Cat

This stuffed felt cat is adorable and easy to do – a winning combination! It’s a good project for kids […]

Ribbon Petal Hair Clip

Turn ribbon into a pretty ribbon petal hair clip. It’s easy to do and can be customized with any color […]

No Sew Stick Horse

Make a no-sew Stick Horse with inexpensive supplies from a dollar store. It’s great fun for a party or as an […]

Egg and Spoon Game

Egg and Spoon Game This is a mess-free version of an old classic. It’s lots of fun for parties, picnics […]

Braided Ribbon Bracelets

These pretty ribbon are easy to make with your favorite colors of ribbons. They’re a more sophisticated twist on friendship […]

Shibori-Inspired Ribbon Necklace

This beautiful shibori-inspired necklace is made of ribbon, beads and glue. It looks much more difficult to make than it […]

Dragonfly Hair Clip

Turn grosgrain ribbon and glass beads into a pretty dragonfly hair accessory. This project is best for adults or teens […]

Patterned Paper Gift Bag

Make your own gift bags from colorful patterned paper. It’s easy and inexpensive to do and takes just minutes.

Clay Bracelet

Create a simple, yet beautiful, bracelet with air dry clay. It’s so easy to do and lots of fun for a […]

Paper Plate Jellyfish

This cute jellyfish is made from a paper plate and ribbon. A fun project for preschoolers and great for an […]

Ribbon Wands

These beautiful ribbon wands make wonderful party favors. They’re also fun for parades, dress-up play and so much more.

Americana Ribbon Wreath

Create a summer-themed Americana Wreath to show your patriotism. This craft is easy to do with lots of room to add […]

Felt Flower Pot

Turn felt, foam and pom poms into a beautiful “pot” of flowers! It makes a beautiful decoration to enjoy year […]

Ribbon Notebook Cover

Create a ribbon cover for a notebook. This weaving project not only makes a plain notebook look better, but protects it […]

Felt Candy

Make colorful ‘candy’ for pretend play using felt! These faux treats look good enough to eat.

Ribbon Headband

Use ribbon to make this beautiful hair accessory. Although it is too difficult for young girls to make themselves, they […]

Ribbon Lei

Make a colorful ribbon lei for graduation or another special occasion. Use school colors or match your party theme.

Ribbon Flower Hairpin

Use ribbon and beads to make a pretty flower hairpin. This hair accessory takes a little time, but isn’t too […]

Recycled Wishes Jar

It’s dandelion season. This Recycled Wishes Jar turns those fluffy white seeds into a magic potion to send your wish on […]

Strawberry Piñata

Make your own strawberry piñata with just a few simple supplies. Because a strawberry is shaped like a balloon, it’s […]

Quilled Greeting Card

Create a beautiful greeting card decorated with quilled designs. It’s easy to do and is perfect for Mother’s Day, a […]

Egg Carton Butterfly

Turn an empty egg carton into a beautiful butterfly! It’s easy and inexpensive to do and makes a great project […]

Japanese Flower Hair Comb

Turn satin ribbons into beautiful flower decorations for hair combs. Girls of all ages will enjoy wearing them.

Felt Flower Bouquet

Create a beautiful bouquet of flowers using felt! This project makes a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Teacher […]

Quilled Balloon Card

This easy and inexpensive project gives kids an excellent introduction to quilling. It makes a wonderful card or tag for […]

Bunnies on a stick

Bunnies on a stick are fun for pretend play, puppet shows, or simply as Easter decorations. Make them from cardboard, […]

Bunny Fabric Favor Bags

These no-sew fabric bags look like cute little bunnies. What a fun way to package Easter treats or favors!

Embellished Easter Eggs

Use cords, lace and ribbon to decorate plastic eggs for Easter. They are easy to do with many creative possibilities.

Ribbon Strawberry Brooch

Turn a ribbon into a cute strawberry brooch. It’s inexpensive, easy to do, and only takes a few minutes.

Jelly Bean Topiary

Create a beautiful spring decoration using jelly beans! These topiaries look great as centerpieces and also make a thoughtful gift.

Ribbon Flower Hair Clips

Turn a wide ribbon into a beautiful flower hair clip. It is not that difficult as you might think!

Paper Easter Egg Wreath

This paper Easter Egg wreath is a fun way for kids to help decorate for Easter. It’s a great project to […]

Shamrock Candy Bouquet

Create a cute Shamrock Candy Bouquet to give to someone special on St. Patrick’s Day. The step-by-step tutorial includes a […]

Dressy Ribbon Headband

It’s actually quite easy and inexpensive to make a beautiful headband that looks expensive. Wear yours on Easter Sunday or […]

Easy Rice Krispie Bunnies

These darling bunny treats are ridiculously easy to make and couldn’t be cuter! They’re a perfect treat for spring.

Spring Flower Wreath

This colorful spring wreath is made from inexpensive faux flowers. It is quick and easy to make and a great way […]

Quilled Paper Cake

This colorful quilled cake is a cinch to make! It’s a fun project for beginners who are completely new to […]

Spring Snow Globe

This fun adaptation of a snow globe features bunnies, eggs and pink glitter snow. What a great way to welcome spring!

K Cup Snowman

Use full K-Cups to make a fun winter gift for someone special. Or, use recycled K-Cups to make a snowman […]

Grosgrain Ribbon Rosettes

Use colorful grosgrain ribbon to make a beautiful bouquet of rosettes. It’s a wonderful gift for Valentine’s Day or any […]

Pink Flower Headband

Create a pretty flower headband to wear. Follow the tutorial exactly or change the ribbon and bead color to your […]

Rhinestone Cuff Bracelet

Gather some ribbon, a variety of rhinestones, and a hot glue gun and you can make your own rhinestone cuff […]

Ribbon Flower Brooch

Turn ribbon and a few beads into a stunning flower brooch. This would make a wonderful gift for Mom, Grandma […]

Snow White Ribbon Headband

Turn ribbon into a darling Snow White princess on a headband. This hair accessory is lots of fun for girls […]

Ribbon Heart

Make a pretty ribbon heart for someone you love. Add a pin or barrette to the back to turn it […]

New Year’s Noisemaker

Ring in the New Year with a bang, a clang, or a jingling rattle! This shiny noisemaker is an improvement […]

Peppermint Cheesecake

This Peppermint Cheesecake can be both a gift AND dessert. It’s all about the packaging!

Quilled Christmas Wreath

Quilling is fun, easy and inexpensive. Try making these beautiful Christmas wreaths this winter.