Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Rainbow Wind Chime

Make a pretty rainbow wind chime with recycled cans. It’s easy to make using different sizes of cans that nest.

Garden Hose Wreath

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

Spring Vase

Decorate for spring with a festive vase to brighten the room! Start with a tall vase, some fillers, and moss […]

Framed Dried Flowers

A pressed flower frame is makes a wonderful gift for someone special. It’s a great way to enjoy the beauty […]

Groundhog Day Felt Playset

This fun project uses only felt and scissors (googly eyes are optional) to create a fun Groundhog Day play set. […]

Very Hungry Caterpillar

Fun for kids to make and eat! This is a quick and easy on-the-go snack, great for packing in a […]

Chicken and Chips Butterfly

Who could resist this adorable little butterfly? Especially since it’s edible! Now it’s okay to play with your food!

Footprint Bird

These adorable little footprint birdies are really easy and make a great keepsake. Frame a set to give to Grandma […]

Painted Rock Mosaic

Combine two favorite activities – painting and rock collecting. Spend the day collecting rocks, painting and arranging them to create […]

Ice Cream Flowerpots

These tasty ice cream flowerpots are impossible to resist! Made from ice cream, cookies, and candy, they are as fun […]

Tissue Paper Corsage

Make tissue paper flower corsages and tissue paper butterflies. Wear them, or use them as gift toppers for Mom, your […]

Recycled Denim Flower Magnets

Turn worn-out kid’s jeans into a fun and useful magnet.  It’s great as a gift for Mother’s Day or even […]

Flower Power Candy Cups

Turn paper cups and pretty scrapbook paper into springtime bloomin’ candy cups. Perfect to hold party treats or use to […]

Paper Loop Chick

These adorable little chicks will delight kids of all ages. Easy to make from construction paper, feathers and pipe cleaners, […]

Easter Carrot Crescents

Don’t let those eggs from your Easter egg hunt go to waste – make egg salad from them and stuff […]

Bunny Handprint Cards

These handprint bunnies are quick and easy to make and look so incredibly cute! Whip up a set to send […]

Pom Pom Easter Egg Painting

Try painting with pom poms and clothespins! This fun Easter activity is fun for even the youngest of crafters.

Butterfly Hair Bow

These butterfly hair bows are so simple to make with fabric scraps. Girls of all ages will love wearing these […]

Spring Cake Pops

It’s hard to tell that these pretty tulips are made out of cake! These cake pop flowers are easy to […]

Egg Carton Animals

Don’t throw away that egg carton! Use it to make this adorable chick, bird and bunny.

Giant Recycled Flower

Gather up a few things from your kitchen and recycling bin to create this giant spring flower. Paper plates, paper cups, […]

Easter Chicks

Turn an array of vegetables into these adorable spring chicks. Kids will want to eat their veggies when they see […]

Jelly Bean Door Decoration

Kids of all ages can create their own personalized letter decoration using their favorite colors of jellybeans! Perfect for decorating […]

Paper Peonies

Welcome spring with tissue paper peonies! They’re easy to make, long-lasting, and so colorful and pretty.

Repurposed Tin Lid Wreath

Tin can lids are a free craft supply! Paint tin lids with nail polish and acrylic paint to create a […]

Rainbow Cupcakes

These stunning cupcakes are perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, a rainbow-themed party, or to make an ordinary day special! Use […]

Rainbow Ribbon Wreath

Turn a foam wreath and some leftover ribbon into a cute Rainbow Ribbon Wreath! This no-mess project is simple to […]

Paper Monarch Butterfly Craft

Did you know there are 7 states that have named the monarch butterfly as their state insect? Create a whimsical […]

Colorful Craft Stick Wreath

Create a colorful wreath using craft sticks. This bright and cheery wreath is easy to make and lots of fun.

Eggshell Mini Garden

An eggshell mini garden is a great project that kids can do to welcome spring and celebrate Easter. The tutorial […]

Bunny Banner

Turn foam bunnies and pom-poms into a cute Bunny Banner, just in time for Easter! This no-mess project is perfect […]

Beehive Pinata

Pinatas make parties so much fun! This gorgeous beehive pinata is not too difficult and is perfect for a garden-themed […]

Hyacinth Paper Flowers

Turn paper into gorgeous hyacinths. These swirly paper flowers are easy and fun to make and really impressive.

Easy Spring Garden Cupcake Toppers

These adorable garden marker seed packet cupcake toppers look so realistic in a cookie-covered cupcake. Make these tasty cupcakes for […]

Recycled Can Spring Vase

Turn an empty can into a cute spring vase, filled with flowers! This project is very easy and kid friendly, […]

Pasta Butterflies

These beautiful butterflies are made from painted pasta and displayed in mini flowerpots. Give it a try!

Kitchen Grater Owl

Turn an old cheese grater into an owl that simply could not be cuter. What a wonderful project using recycled […]

Colored Cotton Ball Art

Create a dimensional ‘painting’ using colored cotton balls! Allow enough time for the dyed cotton balls to dry before making […]

Cardboard Flower Power Wreath

Gather scrap cardboard and turn it into a whimsical flower wreath. The whole family can work together to make this simple wreath.

Garden Dragonflies

Create colorful dragonflies for the garden using plastic spoons. There’s a lot of room for creativity when making these adorable […]

Tulle Flower Bouquet

Repurpose party favor wrappings or scraps of tulle to make these sweet and colorful flowers. There are lots of options […]

Teacup Planters

Make some cute planters using teacups. The tutorial includes a decoupage version or a simpler version with stickers.

Paper Bowl Bird Feeder

Make a simple paper bowl bird feeder this spring. This easy project is fun to do and helps little ones […]

Oreo Easter Nests

Use Oreo cookies as the base for adorable Easter Egg Nests. They’re a wonderful treat for Easter or any time […]

Bunny Banner

Decorate for Easter or simply for spring with this cute bunny banner. Each bunny has a different pose.

Bunny and Carrot Tessellation

Combine math, art, bunnies and carrots and you get this super cool tessellation project that’s perfect for spring. Geometry is […]

Bunny-Shaped Biscuits

These adorable bunny-shaped biscuits started with canned biscuit dough. Just shape and bake!

Yarn-Wrapped Tulips

Wrap cardboard tulips with colorful yarn to make a pretty spring bouquet. It’s an easy fine motor activity for young […]

Dried Pineapple Flowers

Dried pineapple flowers are a natural, healthy garnish that look beautiful and taste delicious. Plus, they’re really easy to make.

Froot Loop Flowers

This simple craft uses colorful Froot Loops cereal and buttons to make flowers. It’s great for spring.

Coffee Filter Flowers

Explore color mixing and saturation with this engaging coffee filter craft. It’s great fun for spring or any time.

Coffee Filter Ladybug Craft

This coffee filter ladybug is an adorable spring craft to make with kids. If you think it’s done with paint, […]

Terrarium Painting

Combine art with a science lesson with this neat Terrarium Painting project. The artwork solidifies observations kids make about plants […]

Bottle-Stamped Flowers

Use an empty soda bottle to create these cute stamped flowers. This is a fun craft for all ages to do.