Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Styrofoam Sailboats

Create easy sailboats out of styrofoam packaging. It’s great for water play on a hot summer’s day.

Patriotic Flag Door Hanger

This tissue paper and styrofoam craft is fun to do alone or with a group. Fly the flag on your front […]

Foam Butterfly Bouquet

Make this bright and beautiful Butterfly Bouquet with simple supplies, including paper, paint and Styrofoam eggs. It’s a fun gift idea for […]

Felt and Foam Lamb

This sweet little lamb is made from felt, paint and Styrofoam. Older children can make this lamb on their own, while younger children will […]

Sock Penguin

Make an adorable Penguin using socks and Styrofoam shapes. Older kids can create this cutie on their own; younger children will enjoy […]

Chinese New Year Rooster

Celebrate the Year of the Rooster with this fabulous bird made from foam, paint, and feathers. Make it year-round for a […]

No-Sew Christmas Sock Owl

Pick up a pair of inexpensive Christmas socks and make this no-sew Christmas Sock Owl. It’s really easy and is a […]

Easy Reindeer Ornament

This cute reindeer ornament is made with styrofoam, paint and craft sticks. It’s a fun project for kids to do […]

Styrofoam Halloween Bats

Kids will go batty for these adorable styrofoam bats. You only need a few simple supplies: cardstock, paint, wood dowels […]

Duct Tape Mummies

These super-easy mummies are made with duct tape, googly eyes and Styrofoam eggs. They’re simple enough for kids to do […]

Duct Tape Spiders

These super-sized spiders are made with duct tape, chenille stems and Styrofoam. The largest spider is more than 12″ big!

Star Wars Planet Mobile

Turn a store-bought solar system kit into a galaxy far, far away! Each planet represents a different planet in the […]

Double Helix DNA Model

This DNA model is makes a great Science Fair project. All you need are paint, string and Styrofoam balls.

Southwest Adobe House

Make a realistic Southwest Adobe House from Styrofoam. There are quite a few steps, but the effort is worth it!

Sno-Cone Kendama

Make a classic kendama (ball and cup toy) with a cool sno-cone themed twist. What a fun summer activity!

Foam Tyrannosaurus Rex

This foam tyrannosaurus rex is more fun than fierce! This is a great project for an adult and child to […]

Decoden Pencil Cube

Embellish a Styrofoam cube with a collection of miniatures, cabochons, beads, buttons and other trinkets. The Japanese-inspired Decoden Pencil Cube […]

Styrofoam Stegosaurus

Craft your own Stegosaurus from Styrofoam and paints. This is a fun project for adults and children to do together.

Circus Seal

Make this adorable seal using Styrofoam shapes and paint. It makes a great party craft or project to accompany a study […]

Styrofoam Ice Cream Cones

Turn styrofoam balls into adorable ice cream cones. They make wonderful party favors, decorations, or props for pretend play.

Carved Bunny Stamp

Make your own bunny stamp from a piece of styrofoam. Then add paint and stamp away!

Styrofoam Koalas

Turn styrofoam balls into the cutest koalas! They make fun pencil toppers or can be displayed on a shelf.

Mini Doll Swimming Pool

It might not be swimming weather now, but your dolls can enjoy the water year-round with this fun doll-sized pool! It’s […]

Rainbow Crayon Wall Art

Create a dimensional work of art using crayons and foam. It’s easy to do and looks spectacular!

Decorative Kissing Ball

It is so easy to make decorative kissing balls using ribbon. Choose the colors to match any season, holiday, or […]

Dyed Cornhusk Witch

Create festive cornhusk witches in black and orange this Halloween. This fun craft is best for teenagers.

Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost Wreath

This Halloween wreath is made using glow-in-the-dark duct tape and cheesecloth ghosts. It’s adorable and so much fun!