Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cardboard Tube Mermaid

This adorable mermaid is made from a cardboard paper tube! Great for imaginative play or just for a fun decoration […]

CD Campfire

Recycle an old CD and make this fabulous miniature campfire! This is great fun for kids who love roasting marshmallows in […]

Mexican Flag Pinata

Mexican Flag Pinata Celebrating Mexican heritage with a Cinco de Mayo party? Then you won’t want to miss this fun […]

Strawberry Piñata

Make your own strawberry piñata with just a few simple supplies. Because a strawberry is shaped like a balloon, it’s […]

Paper Plate Ladybug

Create a colorful paper plate ladybug from tissue paper and construction paper. It’s easy and lots of fun!

Mini Piñata Mariachi

This adorable mariachi is a miniature piñata in disguise. It all starts with a cardboard tube.

Tissue Paper Fringe Flowers

Create pretty fringe flowers with a unique base made from something you might otherwise throw away. Choose your favorite colors […]

Tissue Paper Glitter Eggs

These paper mache glitter eggs are so sparkly and colorful! They’re easy to make and can be enjoyed for years […]

Upcycled Tissue Paper Heart

Decorate for Valentine’s Day with this pretty tissue paper heart. It’s a great way to reuse some of that Christmas […]

Paper Wreaths

It’s so easy to make cute little wreaths with paper. This is a great project for any torn tissue paper leftover from […]

Jack-O-Lantern Luminaries

Take empty glass jars out of the recycling bin and turn them into festive jack-o-lantern luminaries! This project is simple […]

Halloween Night Lights

These quick and easy Halloween Night Lights are the perfect crafts to make with kids. They look great during the […]

Papel Picados

Whether you’re celebrating Cinco de Mayo or the Day of the Dead, this simplified version of Papel Picados is a great […]

Window Kite Craft

This easy-to-make colorful kite craft will brighten the skies and is perfect for a windy spring day. Even better, it’s […]

Easter Suncatchers

Create cute and colorful suncatchers that are perfect for Easter or any time in spring. The templates include a bunny, […]

Rain Cloud Craft

Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable rain cloud! This fun project is wonderful for spring or to accompany […]

Leprechaun Hat Craft

Turn an empty cardboard tube into a cute and happy leprechaun hat! It’s such a fun activity for St. Patrick’s […]

Disney Rocket Party Favor

These cute little rocket party favors will delight kids of all ages, especially when they find this fun game tucked […]

Fruit Suncatchers

Make fruit-inspired suncatchers using recycled cardboard, paint, and bits of colorful cellophane, tissue paper or crepe paper. So pretty and so fun!

Cardboard Tube Fish

Turn empty cardboard tubes into a sea of fish. This fun project is easy enough for the youngest of crafters.

Jack O’ Lantern Treat Bags

Make your own treat bags or gift bags and decorate them to look like festive Jack O’ Lanterns! Fun and […]

Pumpkin Pouch Goodie Bags

These simple and inexpensive pumpkin treat bags are made from tissue paper. They’re perfect for school and Halloween parties!

Tissue Paper Acorn

Need another great fall craft idea? Why not make a this tissue paper acorn? You probably remember making similar tissue […]

Tissue Paper Flowers

These pretty flowers are super easy to make for kids and look great in a vase! Perfect as a homemade […]

Medicine Cup Jellyfish

Turn a not-so-fun medicine cup into a very fun project with these jellyfish! They’re easy to make and perfect for a […]

Tissue Paper Apples

Create apples that look good enough to eat using tissue paper and liquid starch. This is a great use for […]

Sensory Cactus Craft

Create a textured cactus using a variety of craft materials. A fun activity to accompany a study of deserts.