Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Outdoor Color Match

Make an outdoor color matching game using paint chips. Makes a great boredom buster for any time of the year. […]

Sharpie Speckled Eggs

Use a metallic Sharpie to create pretty speckles on dyed eggs for Easter. A perfect spring project too that kids […]

Van Gogh’s Irises

Create stunning irises inspired by the work of Van Gogh. What a wonderful way to celebrate spring! A great art […]

Spring Bunny

Your child will love making this adorable tissue paper bunny. It’s hand-sewn with a simple running stitch and stuffed with […]

Marbled Eggs

You might have tried using shaving cream and food color to marble paper. It works just as well to color […]

Shamrock Texture Collage

Celebrate St.Patrick’s Day with this fun craft. Collages are great for a wide variety of ages. Incorporate as many different […]

Green and Gold Sensory Tub

Make a green and gold sensory tub to celebrate St.Patrick’s Day and spring. Children will love scooping out the buried […]

Marshmallow Rainbow

Make a fun marshmallow rainbow! It’s a great activity for little ones to work on color recognition and motor control. […]

Pot of Gold Treat Bag

Your child will love making these adorable pot-of-gold treat bags for that special someone on St. Patrick’s Day. The rainbow […]

Borax Crystal Hearts

With just a few simple ingredients, it is easy to make lovely crystal ornaments. Make hearts for Valentine’s Day, shamrocks […]

Polka Dot Glitter Eggs

The glittery eggs will brighten any Easter celebration! The secret is using double-sided adhesive dots and rolling them in glitter. […]

Plastic Spoon Easter Basket

Use plastic spoons in assorted colors to create an Easter basket. The spoons are the perfect shape for painted Easter […]

Cloud and Rainbow Raindrops

Fun and colorful, this rainbow craft is great for spring or St. Patrick’s Day. A fun wall decoration or great […]

Blossoming Popcorn Trees

These beautiful trees really say spring! This project teaches a basic tech­nique for painting trees. Adding pop­corn also provides the […]

Butterfly Melted Crayon Art

What do you do with all your broken crayon pieces? We make Melted Crayon Art into pretty butterflies for spring! […]

Beaded Wind Chime

Brighten up your garden with this fun and simple wind chime made from a terra cotta pot and some beaded […]

Color Wheel Umbrella

Make a color wheel umbrella to learn the basics of colors and color mixing. The finished umbrella is so colorful […]

Paint Drip Flowerpot

This fun paint drip pot is so simple to make and adds a touch of spring to your home or […]

Stone Garden Markers

Use stones to make garden markers that are durable and can be reused again and again. Not only do they […]

Flowering Cherry Tree

Make a beautiful cherry tree in bloom using an old paper towel roll and silk flowers. What a wonderful way […]

Paper Towel Butterfly

There are many different versions of butterfly crafts, and we love them all! This one is made from paper towels […]

Flower Hair Clip

  This easy DIY hair clip is perfect for Fall! It’s easy to create and uses everyday household materials such […]

Coffee Filter Flower

Make a coffee filter flower to use instead of a bow… adorn a gift, wear it in your hair, or […]

Ballet Tutu Flip Flops

Your little ballerina will want several pairs of these adorable ballet flip flops, ranging in all different colors! Made from […]

Faux Moss Clog

Create a faux moss garden on your clogs with some yarn pom-poms. A fun way to celebrate spring and summer.

Baby Food Jar Garden

Baby Food Jar Garden These pretty little flower gardens are perfect for Mother’s Day, Grandparent’s Day, birthdays, or just to […]

Busy Beehive Cupcake Cones

These adorable beehive cupcake cones are perfect for any spring bug themed party. Baking the cake in cones make it […]

Exploring Spring

Exploring the Seasons through color- this time were focusing on spring!  These crafts are quick, easy and preschool friendly.

Tornado in a Jar

Spring weather allows for fascinating science experiments. We are showing you step-by-step how to make an indoor tornado in a […]

Bottle Cap Caterpillar

A springtime crafts that turns recycled bottle caps into colorful caterpillars. A fun, frugal crafts for toddlers and preschoolers.

Ladybug Cupcakes

Bright red ladybugs frolic in the grass on these springtime cupcakes. Fun for a bug themed birthday party or any […]

Clothespin Butterflies

Decorate a refrigerator or bulletin board with these pretty clothespin note holders. Kids of all ages will have fun with […]

Grass Heads

Great activity for Spring – grow grass heads, then give them a hair cut. Again and again. A great way […]

Lorax Easter Eggs

It’s National Craft Month and to celebrate we’ve come up with a favorite The Lorax!! Bring out your inner Dr […]

Rainbow Handprint Flower

Rainbow Handprint Flower Rainbow handprint flowers make a beautiful keepsake for Mom, Grandma, a teacher, or another special person. The […]

Easter Terrarium

Bring the outdoors in with an easy-to-make terrarium. Children will love the responsibility of building and taking care of their […]

Lemon Drop Chick Cupcakes

We’ve used Lemon Drops to make these adorable Easter chick cupcakes. Easy enough for all of the kids to get […]

Easter Peeps Casserole

Looking for a new way to enjoy your Easter Peeps – Look no further! Layers of marshmallow, chocolate and graham […]

Homemade Play Dough

In need of an easy activity to keep the kids busy during spring break or summer vacation? Teach the how […]

Circus Peanut Carrots

Turn an old favorite, circus peanuts, into Easter carrot treats. An easy project to get kids cooking in the kitchen!

Cardboard Tube Flowers

With the addition of paint and felt, you can turn cardboard tubes in pretty spring flowers. This garden can be […]

Donut Bunnies

Sure to be a hit with the kids, these bunnies are made from donuts! A perfect treat on Easter day.

Silly Chick Cupcakes

Add some fun to your Easter dessert table with these silly chick cupcakes. Step-by-step instructions will show you how easy […]

Knotted Bandana Belts

It takes very little time to put together this no sew project and come out with a pretty bandana belt. […]

Spring Candy Flowers

Pastel candies and chocolate come together to make these pretty spring flowers. Perfect for a springtime treat or Easter party.

Origami Turtle

Origami can be simple or complex form of paper folding. We’ve made this turtle easy enough for the beginner and […]

Spring Felt Fun

Making pictures with felt that are inspired by spring themes. A great way to work on fine motor skills!

Pretty Paper Birdhouse

Celebrate spring with these pretty paper birdhouses. With the colorful papers and pretty lace that decorates the them, you would […]

Easter Tees

These painted bunny and chick t-shirts are a fun way to celebrate Easter and spring. The shirts are easy to […]

Paper Lillies

Celebrate with us on March 25 the Annunciation to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Based on the story where the angel […]

Mother’s Day Paper Crocus Card

A pretty spring Crocus decorates this homemade Mother’s Day card. Read on…we’ll show you how to put together this simple […]

Spring Chicks

Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy making these adorable spring chicks. Easy for little hands, these chubby chicks are made from […]

Chocolate Easter Nests

Super quick and easy chocolate nests are a classic Easter treat that’s been around for years. Made from cornflakes, rice […]

Welcome Birds

As spring rolls in, welcome some fine feathered friends to feed in your yard. Hang these birdseed covered letters in […]

Color Block Bangle

Add to your spring wardrobe by adding a few of these colorful bangle bracelets. A quick wearable craft for tweens […]

Rainbow craft and game

Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, we’re painting the clouds, rain and rainbows! We are also creating a rainbow […]

Butterfly Wall Collage

We’ve used paper butterflies to decorate a plain white frame, turning it into a beautiful wall haning. A simple craft […]