Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Clothespin Sunflower

Make a fun sunflower using clothespins, a paint stir stick, a jar lid, and sunflower seeds. This is a neat […]

Brush Stroke Pineapple Cake

Celebrate summer with a Brush Stroke Pineapple Cake, featuring pineapple cake on the inside and candy petals and leaves on […]

Summer Beach Rock Wreath

Collect rocks at the beach to make this pretty wreath, then add blue glass pebbles to represent the ocean. It’s […]

Plastic Lid Sailboats

Turn empty plastic lids into a fun activity perfect for those hot summer days. So simple and fun, your kids […]

Paper Plate Watermelon Fan

Cool off by making this fun watermelon themed fan from a craft stick and a paper plate. It’s fun for […]

Ice Cream Cone Minions

Kids will go bananas over these Ice Cream Cone Minions. They’re made with homemade, no-churn banana ice cream.

Ice Cream Sandwich Craft

This googly-eyed ice cream sandwich couldn’t be cuter! It’s a quick and easy construction paper craft that’s perfect for summer.

Sandy Shapes Art

Turn any shape into a sandy work of art. This fun activity is actually a low-mess project, thanks to one inexpensive […]

Fruit & Cookie Beach Ball

Head to the beach, if only in your mind, with this bright and cheery beach ball. This delicious treat starts […]

Bottle Cap Bugs

Dig through the recycling bin to make your own bottle cap bugs! These cute critters, made from recycled household items, […]

Corn on the Cob Craft

This is a great craft to make with a group of kids. Just air pop the popcorn (They’re less likely […]

Sandpaper Sandcastle

Create the sandcastle of your dreams using sandpaper! It’s easy to do with tons of room for creativity.

Pineapple Cake Pops

These cute cake pops add a tropical touch to a luau, pool party, or other summer get-together. They’re easy to […]

Paper Plate Sun

Welcome summer with this fun and easy paper plate craft. Use your creativity to give your sun a unique personality!

Sand Clay Handprint Keepsake

Capture a child’s handprint forever with this beautiful beach-inspired keepsake. It’s done with homemade sand clay.

Easy Beach Bucket Cake

Yes, it’s really cake! All you need is an inexpensive plastic pail, your favorite cake and frosting, and this simple […]

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

These adorable tropical fish start with painted paper plates and pieces of aluminum foil.  Each fish is one-of-a-kind, with lots of room […]

Melon Boats

Celebrate summer by combining a perfectly ripe melon with your favorite Jell-O flavor. These pleasing fruit bites are easy to […]

Front Door Welcome Sign

Make a pretty welcome sign for yourself or as a gift. It’s a wonderful way to personalize your front entrance […]

Sandpaper Starfish

Turn sandpaper into starfish for a fun and easy summer craft. These would also make cute decorations for a beach-themed […]

Foam Sun Ornament

Foam Sun Ornament This bright foam sun decoration will look like it’s floating in the sky when suspended from your […]

Rainbow Ice Pops

These beautiful rainbow ice pops deliver surprise bites of sweet and sour! They’re so easy to make and such a […]

Handprint Watermelon

Turn your child’s handprint into a cute slice of watermelon, then use it for party invitations or thank you notes. […]

Fun Paper Sun

Celebrate summer with this happy sun craft. The bright colors and big smile are sure to brighten your day. 

Pipe Cleaner Bubble Wands

Making your own bubble wands is really easy and so much fun! Experiment with different shapes and decorate the handles […]

Tie Dye T-Shirt

Tie dye is a fun and easy way to make a one-of-a-kind garment. It’s such a fun activity to do […]

Beachy Starfish

Follow the steps to create whimsical beachy starfish that are sure to make you smile. This easy craft is great […]

Pineapple Drawstring Backpack

Create an adorable drawstring backpack that looks like a pineapple. This is so much fun for summer pool parties, a […]

Yard Dominoes

Make a set of oversized dominoes for the backyard or to take along while camping, visiting the beach or picnicking. […]

Handprint Campfire

This cool campfire craft starts with a handprint and ends with a ‘toasted’ marshmallow over the fire. What a fun […]

Summer Fun Tote for Teachers

Pamper your child’s teacher with a pretty tote stuffed full of fun-in-the-sun products. It’s a nice way to say “Thank […]

Thumbprint Ladybugs

Thumbprint Ladybugs Create a field of colorful thumbprint ladybugs under a blue sky. This project is easy and lots of […]

Coastal Wood Slice Coasters

The vibrant beach-inspired colors make these wood slice coasters so pretty. Best of all, they’re really easy to do.  

Ladybug Fabric Scrap Magnets

These colorful little ladybug magnets are so cute! They make great gifts and are perfect for using up all those […]

No-Sew Sunflower Pillow

Sunflower Pillow This cute little sunflower pillow is so easy to make. Display it on a bed or couch, or […]

Paper Corn

This corn craft is fun and easy enough for the youngest of crafters. Perfect for summer or fall when you’re […]

Chalk Pastel Sunflowers

Create gorgeous sunflowers inspired by the artwork of Van Gogh. Even young artists can use the technique to make something […]

Tropical Paper Flowers

Use vivid colors to create this bouquet of beautiful tropical flowers. They make wonderful decorations for a luau or other […]

Four Season Cardboard Tube Trees

Celebrate the changing of the seasons with a set of four cardboard tube trees representing spring, summer, fall, and winter. […]

DIY Crab T-Shirt

Turn your child’s hand prints into adorable and summery crab t-shirts! This fun shirt is great for a trip to […]

Personalized Floppy Beach Hat

Protect your face from the sun’s harmful rays this summer season with this trendy personalized beach hat with flock. Once […]

Sunflower Wreath

Make a beautiful sunflower wreath to hang indoors or outdoors. This bright and cheery decoration is perfect for summer and […]

Watermelon Grill

It only takes a few steps to turn a fresh watermelon into a grill that doubles as a serving vessel. […]

Shark Party

Throw a fun shark-themed party for a summer birthday or just for fun! There are ideas for recipes, favors, decorations […]

Printing With Leaves

Printing with leaves is so much fun and with the right supplies can result in beautiful frame worthy prints! This […]

Paper Plate Sea Crab

Learn how to transform an ordinary paper plate into this cute crab! A fun summertime craft for your kids.

Friendship Bracelets

See how to create your very own friendship bracelets to share with friends! Create them together in colors of your […]

Paper Plate Sunflower

Paper Plate Sunflower Turn a paper plate into a pretty sunflower! This easy craft is perfect for summer or fall. […]

Strawberry Terra Cotta Pots

These cute strawberry-inspired pots are simple to make with just a little bit of paint. Fill them with strawberry plants, […]

Watermelon Ice Cream Cones

Summer is the perfect time for watermelon, whether it’s the fresh fruit or this frozen treat that looks like a […]

Sno-Cone Kendama

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

Salt Dough Canoe

Salt Dough Canoe Use this canoe as a paperweight or make it into a magnet or a pin. It also […]