Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Tissue Paper Crafts for Kids

Almost 300 tissue paper craft ideas for kids! Plenty of free kid's craft ideas using tissue paper to make all sorts of fun art projects.

Decoupage Light Bulb Bird

Brightly colored tissue paper and recycled light bulbs are turned into friendly fliers! Hang them in the trees to add […]

Tissue Paper Pineapple

Make this fluffy dimensional pineapple using construction paper and tissue paper. The most fun part is giving it a haircut […]

Paper Mache Pinata Fish

Discover how easy it is to make a pinata using paper mache. This cute fish pinata would be great for […]

Recycled Faux Cacti

These faux cacti recycled from plastic packaging are so fun to make and look great. Display these vibrant succulents on […]

Mixed Media Hamburgers

Use construction paper, yarn, tissue paper, Easter grass and more to create colorful, fun Mixed Media Hamburgers. A great project […]

Poppy Wreath

This simple Tissue Paper Poppy Wreath is a wonderful project for Memorial Day (Remembrance Day)  or Veteran’s Day. Turn it […]

Tissue Paper Corsage

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

Crepe Paper Wisteria

Turn tissue paper into a beautiful wisteria wall hanging. It’s time-consuming, but looks fabulous and is inexpensive and easy to […]

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 […]

Paper Peonies

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

Valentine Party Favor Tubes

These Valentine party favor tubes are made from cardboard tubes and scrapbook paper. They make a pretty addition to your […]

Winter Mitten Art

This colorful mitten art is a fun activity brighten a cold winter’s day. It’s also a great way to use tissue […]

Tissue Paper Indian Corn

This simple craft is made with tissue paper and glue. It can also be made as simple or complex as […]

Honeycomb Tissue Paper Pom Poms

Throwing a party? Make your own honeycomb pom poms using crepe paper or tissue paper for beautiful decorations that perfectly […]

Ski Jump 3-D Art

Ski Jump 3-D Art Capture the thrill of one of the most exciting Olympic events! This 3-D ski jump art […]

Angry Birds Pinata

Having an Angry Birds theme for your next party? Make your own pinata featuring your favorite bird!

Crepe Paper Hummingbird

Make a beautiful and unique gift from crepe paper. Use it as a notebook cover, on a gift bag, as […]

Puffy Dreidel Craft

This Puffy Dreidel Craft makes a nice decoration for the Hanukkah season. It’s easy to make and a fun accompaniment […]

Tissue Paper Advent Wreath

Mark the four Sundays of Advent as you prepare for Christmas with this tissue paper wreath. It’s a fun project […]

Hanger Heart Wreath

Use a clothes hanger as the base for a heart-shaped wreath. There are instructions to make both the wreath with […]

Magical Mermaid and Fairy Lanterns

Use baby food jars, battery-operated tea lights and fun decorations to create one-of-a-kind fairy and mermaid jars. It’s a fun […]

Pokeball Suncatcher

After unwrapping gifts, save the tissue paper to make your own suncatchers. This Pokeball is sure to be a favorite […]

Tissue Paper Flowers

Tissue paper flowers brighten any space and they’ll never die! Making them is easy and fun.

Handprint Suncatcher

This adorable handprint suncatcher has a hidden heart between the hands to catch the sun’s rays! It’s a precious keepsake […]

Watermelon Fringe Snack Cup

Use crepe paper and sequins to turn plain snack cups into summery, watermelon containers. They make any party or get-together […]

Cardboard Cupcake

This cupcake looks good enough to eat! But don’t try it, since it’s made of cardboard, tissue paper, and other […]

Statue of Liberty with Firecrackers

Celebrate the United States with this gorgeous mixed-media art project featuring the Statue of Liberty. You might be surprised about […]

Tissue Paper American Flag

Save red, white, and blue tissue paper from gifts to make patriotic flag art for Independence Day. This fun craft […]

Giant Shark Suncatcher

Create a spectacular summer suncatcher – a giant shark! This awesome craft is fun for kids of all ages.

Rigatoni Necklace

Make this twist on a classic pasta necklace by decoupaging rigatoni! It’s a fun and easy craft for kids.

Tissue Paper Jars

Save tissue paper and empty glass jars to make this fun and easy craft from recycled materials. Use the jars […]

Tissue Paper Topiary

Create a topiary bunny using green tissue paper. This easy craft can be adapted for practically any animal or shape.

Stuff The Turkey Game

Stuff the Turkey is the perfect party game for Thanksgiving. It’s so simple to make and a lot of fun […]

Fall Turkey Paper Bag Craft

With this fun paper bag turkey project, toddlers can practice color sorting and matching, while older kids can practice their […]

Tissue Paper Yarn Pumpkin

Create a unique pumpkin decoration with yarn and tissue paper. It’s lots of fun and each is one of a […]

Letter T Tree

Make this ‘T is for Tree’ craft during T Week or as a part of a study of trees. This fun […]

Crepe Paper Fall Tree

This fall tree craft uses materials that allow kids to explore the color, texture and sound while working on fine […]

Cardboard Dragon

Create a cardboard dragon with cardboard boxes and other materials. They’re great fun for a dragon-themed party, a dragon costume, […]

Colorful Clown Hat

Colorful Clown Hat Make this colorful hat and put on your own circus! It’s also great fun for Halloween. Supplies: […]

Fairy Jar Night Light

This pretty Fairy Jar is easy to make and lasts for months or years. Just periodically replace the battery-operated tea lights. Make […]

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 […]

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 […]

Easter Suncatchers

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

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.