Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Newspaper Hat

It’s easy and inexpensive to make your own hat using newspaper. Decorate it with paint, ribbon, faux flowers, pipe cleaners, […]

Ponytail Ribbons

Add some sparkle to a plain jane ponytail using ribbons from your craft closet! Simple instructions to follow. Make adorable […]

Ladybug Baseball Hat

This cute ladybug hat is really easy to make, using a red hat and some fabric paint. Make one today!

Beaded Flower Choker Necklace

Make a unique and colorful beaded flower necklace that you’ll love to show off. Once you learn how to make […]

Diamond Dotz Flower Necklace

Have you done diamond art and wondered what you could do with the extra Diamond Dotz? Turn them into beautiful […]

Silhoutte Charms Bracelet

Create a bracelet that Mom or Grandma will cherish forever, as it features the silhouette charms of her family. It’s […]

Chocolate Chip Barrette

There aren’t any calories in these sweet chocolate chip cookie barrettes! They’re a fun way to show your love of […]

Strawberry Shortcake Outfit

This adorable strawberry shortcake outfit is easy to make with basic sewing skills. Follow the step-by-step instructions for a fun […]

Pretty Beaded Bracelet

Try making a bracelet with glass beads and pearl beads. It’s easy to customize with your favorite colors.

Pearl Flower Necklace

Learn how to design a necklace featuring clever flower shapes made with glass beads and pearls. This project is best […]

Tie Dye Socks

These adorable socks and colorful and fun and even the little ones can get involved. Make enough for the whole […]

Fish Hat

Learn more about your state fish with this clever fish craft. The tutorial includes the Cutthroat Trout (state fish of […]

Pet Rock Necklace

Make your own adorable pet rock necklace following  the easy step-by-step instructions with pictures. Let your creativity shine!

Animal Hair Clips

Make these sweet animal hair clips for your little girl. These fun barrettes can be customized with your favorite colors […]

Cardboard Fashion Rings

These cute, fashionable rings are made from recycled cardboard and fabric. Girls will have so much fun stretching their creativity […]

Batman Wrist Cuffs

Calling all superhero fans! These super easy and inexpensive wrist cuffs come with a printable logo.

Diamond Art Monogram Necklace

Create a sparkly monogram necklace in just minutes using Diamond Art. It’s a very easy project that is beginner-friendly.

Paper Plate Handbags

This paper plate purse is the ultimate preschool accessory! Customize yours with your favorite colors and decorations.

Lucky Charm Necklace

Wear green for St. Patrick’s Day! Paper shamrocks and painted noodles fit perfectly together on a piece of string to […]

Colored Pencil Jewelry

Turn colored pencils into necklaces and a trivet. This makes an awesome gift for a teacher and is great fun […]

Infinity Scarf

You’ll love this super-simple infinity scarf. It’s inexpensive, easy to assemble and makes a great gift!

Crown of Hearts

Turn a paper plate and construction paper into a Valentine’s Day crown that’s fit for royalty! Use paint and glitter […]

Polar Bear Mask

The kids will love creating this cute polar bear mask! The furry texture is white tissue paper. This would be […]

School Spirit Pin

Kick off the back-to-school sports season with an awesome homemade spirit pin. Wear it to cheer on the home team […]

Monster Party Hats

Super cute and easy to make, these monster hats will be a hit at any party. Cheap party hats are […]

Foil Pendants

Here’s a inexpensive jewelry craft that really gets kids thinking creatively! It’s fun for birthday parties, sleepovers, or when just […]

Simple Gathered Skirt

This simple gathered skirt is an easy beginner sewing project. Make your own with your favorite fabric.

Swimsuit Cover Ups

Quick and easy to make, these adorable swimsuit cover-ups are made from towels! Great for the pool or beach and […]

Pipe Cleaner Crown

Every princess needs a sparkly crown. Use silver pipe cleaners and plastic jewels to make the perfect crown for your […]

American Flag Jean Shorts

Decorate a pair of jean shorts to feature the American Flag in just three easy steps. The metallic blue and […]

Personalized Slap Bracelets

Are you looking for a fun project to make this summer? Then learn how to create custom slap bracelets, in […]

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace

Patriotic Pony Bead Necklace Combine the fun of stringing beads and molding salt dough to make these patriotic necklaces. They’re […]

Pony Bead Camp Bracelet

Pony Bead Camp Bracelet This cool project is great for almost any age. Working with beads is fun and this method is […]

Bleach Pen T-Shirt

This summer, use a bleach pen to turn an old shirt into something new, fabulous, and one-of-a-kind! When the bleach […]

Party Crowns

These easy crowns are made with paper doilies. Young children will love creating their own crown for dress-up fun!

Button Necklace

Make your own fun fabric button necklace! They’re infinitely customizable, quite affordable, and so pretty.

Shibori T-Shirt

Turn a plain colored t-shirt into a unique piece of wearable art! Bleach and a string-wrapping technique create interesting patterns […]

Summer Camp Necklaces

Whether you are going camping or hosting a camping themed party, these necklaces will be a hit. All you need […]

Jester Hat

Kids can jump around and act silly wearing these fancy jester hats. An easy construction paper project that’s great for […]

Flower Bobby Pins

Create pretty silk flower hair pins to wear this spring. This project requires adult supervision.

Shamrock Barrette

Add this lucky charm barrette to your child’s St. Patrick’s Day wear. Made from felt, these shamrocks are easily hand […]

Spring Hat

This bright and cheery spring hat is made from a paper bowl and a paper plate! Let your creativity show […]

Hippity Hoppity Headband

Create a bunny ear headband from chenille stems, tulle, and plenty of rhinestones. Your little bunnies will look adorable wearing […]

Very Hungry Caterpillar Necklace

Eric Carle fans will recognize this adorable Very Hungry Caterpillar. This necklace craft is so much fun and provides practice […]

Lucky Shamrock Shoes

Lucky green shamrock shoes…perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! In just a few simple steps you can turn white canvas shoes […]

Felt Bracelets

These No-Sew Felt Bracelets are sweet and simple, perfect for an everyday craft or a birthday party activity. There’s so […]

Valentine’s Hat

Valentine Hat Add some fun and whimsy to Valentine’s Day with our valentine hat that wiggles when you walk. What […]

Homemade Candy Rings

These adorable rose rings are made in molds from candy melts. So cute, so easy, and tasty, too!

Pixie Dust Necklace

This super simple Pixie Dust Jar Necklace inspired by Disney’s Tinkerbell will delight youngsters who believe in the power of […]

Galaxy Print Shoes

The “tie-dye” affect is even cuter when it’s used to make these adorable Galaxy print shoes! A fun way to […]

Scrabble Necklace

Create personalized necklaces for the Scrabble fans in your life. This project is quick and easy and makes a great […]

Spider Ring

Great for a Halloween party or as a Halloween classroom project, our spider ring is simply made from chenille stems […]