Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Fabric Garland for the 4th of July

Decorate for Independence Day or another patriotic occasion with this sturdy fabric garland. Change out the colors to make versions […]

Lunch Bag

Forget about disposable sandwich bags or bulky tin containers and make yourself a reusable lunch bag instead. It’s environmentally friendly, […]

Felt Lion Puppet

Create a cute lion puppet from felt and then put on a puppet show! It’s an easy sewing project that […]

Lost Tooth Pillow

Create this whimsical monster pillow to hold loose teeth…and money from the Tooth Fairy!  The instructions include a sewing version and […]

Elastic Hair Ties

Fold over elastic hair ties are popular but quite expensive to buy. Make your own creaseless hair ties in 2 […]

Bucket Hat

Learn how to make reversible bucket hats in various sizes to suit every member of the family. The best part […]

Fabric Daffodils

Daffodils are one of the most beautiful things about spring. These fabric daffodils will add color indoors that will never […]

Fabric Placemats

Homemade placemats are so easy and quick to make. This tutorial shows you exactly how to sew professional looking placemats.

Microwave Potato Bag

Learn how to sew handy microwave potato bags to give as gifts. This kitchen tool makes it quick and easy […]

Glamorous Hobby Horse

Decked out in feathers and jewels, this pretty hobby horse is waiting for a little girl to play with her! […]

Fabric Scrap Rainbow Pillow

Gather up a rainbow’s worth of fabric scraps and turn them into this gorgeous rainbow pillow. This is a fun […]

Sunglass or Eyeglass Case

Make a protective case for your glasses or sunglasses with fabrics that perfectly match your style. After you master the […]

Easy Tea Cozy

This tea cozy makes a great gift for the tea drinkers in your life. It’s an easy sewing pattern that […]

Carrot Garland

Decorate for spring with this cute carrot garland. This easy sewing project is a great way to use up all […]

Felt Easter Eggs and Bunny

Decorate for springtime with homemade bunny and Easter egg mini pillows. This simple sewing project is suitable for sewing novices […]

Chapstick Holder

This lip balm keychain will help you keep your chapstick easily accessible. Sew up several and attach them to your […]

Easy Origami Bag

This origami tote bag folds up nice and small, and is easy to wash, quick to make, and lasts a […]

Craft Stick Kawaii Rainbow

Make an adorable Kawaii Rainbow using colored craft sticks. This fun decoration is great for St. Patrick’s Day, a rainbow-themed […]

Superhero Hooded Towel

These superhero towels make water play and bathtime extra fun. The tutorial shows how to make Batman, Captain America, and […]

Fabric Easter Eggs

Plastic eggs and hard-boiled eggs are common during Easter, but plush Easter eggs should be just as popular! These pretty […]

Fabric Book Cover

Keep your books nice, clean, and safe with this practical fabric book cover. Make one to use for the book […]

Peek A Boo Toy Sack

These peek-a-boo sacks are the perfect answer to keeping the toys picked up, while allowing the kids to see what’s […]

Rice Heating Pad

Even sewing newbies will be able to make these microwavable, rice-filled heating pads. Sew more than one, because they make […]

Soap Saver Pouch

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

Polar Bear Hoop Wreath

Celebrate winter with this adorable Polar Bear Hoop Wreath hanging on your front door. It’s made with a simple wooden […]

Fleece Ear Warmer

Learn how easy it is to make a fleece ear warmer headband to wear in the winter. This easy sewing […]

Sweater Mittens

Don’t throw out those sweaters you won’t be wearing anymore! Learn how to repurpose them into wonderful, cozy, and warm […]

Heart Garland

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this heart garland. It can be made from felt or paper, with sewing and no-sew […]

Valentine’s Day Gnome Stuffies

Let your whole tribe know you love them GNOME matter what with these Valentine’s Day Gnome Stuffies! They’re quick and […]

Peanut Butter and Jelly Game

Create felt peanut butter and jelly sandwich components to play an old game idea given new life. The sturdy felt […]

Tortilla Warmer

Make a fabric tortilla warmer in less than half an hour. This sewing project is straightforward and the resulting warmer […]

Imposter Plushie

Follow the step-by-step tutorial to make your very own Among Us imposter plush. This is such a fun project if […]

Zero Waste Sponges

Learn how to make cute reusable kitchen sponges for yourself and to give as gifts in as little as 5 […]

Easy Stuffed Penguins

Make your own stuffed felt penguins using the simple sewing pattern. The tutorial has ideas for a whole family of […]

Tooth Fairy Pillow

This charming tooth fairy pillow makes a wonderful gift for a young child. The pillow is easy to make and […]

Groundhog Pop Up Puppet

Make this little groundhog puppet using some felt and a recycled water bottle. He pops up to see his shadow… […]

Potted Hearts

Gather up all your fabric scraps and make some cute potted hearts. This is a wonderful project for a sewing […]

Fleece Football Hat

Keep ears warm this winter by making football-inspired fleece hats for all the football fans in your life. All you […]

Valentine Heart Purse

These simple hand-sewn hearts, made from bright colored felt, have a fun little pocket for tucking a note, a treat, […]

Felt Love Bugs

Craft up the cutest love bugs ever! These colorful critters are a fun Valentine’s Day project that sewing beginners can […]

Sew Easy Hand Warmers

These handy little rice packs will bring heat where you need it most and will make sure that your hands […]

Stuffed Panda

This little panda is not only cute and cuddly, he’s really simple to sew. This is a fun project for […]

Bow Tie

Learn how to make a bow tie in a few minutes. Sew up one for prom or other special occasions […]

Amelia, the Jellyfish Softie

Learn how to sew this darling jellyfish softie. It’s a wonderful project to do with kids who are just learning […]

Fabric Basket

Make your own cute reversible fabric basket in less than 20 minutes. Once you learn how, make a bunch for […]

Fabric Christmas Tree Ornament

These sparkly fabric ornaments look beautiful on the Christmas tree. Even sewing beginners will have success with this easy holiday […]

String Art Christmas Cards

Create these cute and easy string art Christmas cards this year. Send them before the holidays or use them as […]

Easy Coat Hanger Bag

Make this fun hanging bag to small small items in your room or to give as a gift. It sews […]

4-in-1 Beanie Hat with a Twist

Wear this easy-to-make beanie as a slouchy hat, ponytail hat, scarf, or headband. This 4-in-1 hat can be sewn in […]

Easy Autumn Acorn Pillow

Even kids who are new to sewing can make this elegant acorn pillow with ease! This is a beautiful project […]

Placemat Clutch Purse

This fun and functional clutch purse starts with a placemat! The tutorial has instructions for sew and no-sew versions of […]