Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Four-Strand Woven Bracelet

Take friendship bracelets to the next level with this intricate four-strand woven bracelet. This takes some time, but the results are […]

Coffee Sleeve Bracelet

Save your coffee sleeve and turn it into a one of a kind piece of wearable art! There are so […]

Felt Flower Hair Tie

Make your own cute felt hair accessory using felt and colorful beads. These are a fun group activity.

Hammered Metal Jewelry

Hammered metal jewelry is a craft that looks expensive, is easy to do, and requires only a few tools and […]

Acorn Face Necklace

Put a smile on your child with this cute acorn face necklace. It’s a fun and adorable jewelry craft for […]

Acorn Bracelets

Take a look at these cool acorn bracelets. It’s a perfect fall craft for kids that like to make their […]

Yarn Necklace

It only takes about five minutes to make this inexpensive no-sew necklace. So easy and so cute!

Melted Bottle Jewelry

Crafting with shrink plastic can get expensive, but not if you use empty plastic bottles. Turn your decorated shrink art […]

Ombre Shibori Tie Dye Top

Make a gorgeous shirt using the ancient shibori technique. Bright and bold colors really make this design pop.

Shark Mittens

Learn how to make these positively darling shark themed mittens. They are super sweet and double as puppets!

Shark Fin Shirt

We love this adorable shirt that comes complete with its own shark fin! Fun for boys who love sharks, and […]

Shark Jewelry

If you’re a shark fan, you are going to love cutting up a toy shark and turning it into several […]

DIY Shark Socks

We love these socks that look like a shark is eating your foot! Great fun, especially for those shark loving […]

Cereal Box Beads

Don’t recycle those cereal boxes just yet! Use them to make pretty paper beads.

Hexagon Hair Pin

Customize a boring bobby pin with a fun hexagon shapes flower! A great way to use up fabric scraps and […]

Duct Tape Sleeve Bunchers

Add fun flair to your oversized t-shirts with these cute duct tape Sleeve Bunchers.  Customize them with your favorite colors and […]

Shrinky Dink Dog Tags

Calling all dog lovers! Make personalized Shrinky Dinks dog tags with this printable or create your own design. It’s easy and takes […]

Angel Earrings

Make guardian angel earrings with white pearls and silvery wires.  This project requires basic jewelry-making skills and tools.

Leather Cord Bracelet

This leather cord bracelet is very easy to make, even for beginners.  A fun project to do at camp, at […]

Rainbow Ribbon Necklace

This rainbow ribbon necklace is very easy to make and requires no jewelry-making experience.  Make it as is, or switch […]

Ribbon Earrings

Use leftover bits of your favorite ribbons to make one-of-a-kind earrings.  A fun and easy project that doesn’t take a […]

Glowing Bug Necklace

Make this easy craft before leaving for a camping trip, or even on the way to your destination. After dark, […]

Kid’s Graduation Cap

Help your preschooler or kindergartener make their own graduation cap. A fun way to celebrate a special milestone and also […]

Ribbon Embellished Hair Comb

Use ribbon to embellish a plain hair comb. This makes a pretty statement and is great for matching with outfits!

Faux Stacked Bracelets

This bracelet is as fun to make as it is to wear. Quick, easy and inexpensive. Children will need bending […]

Shrink Plastic Bunny Charm

Make an adorable shrink plastic bunny charm, perfect for a necklace, bracelet, a hairpin, brooch, or keychain. A wonderful accessory […]

Lace Earrings

Turn lace scraps into beautiful handmade earrings. They are simple to make and are great to give as gifts.

Pi Day Necklace

Combine math and crafts with this cool Pi Day Necklace. It’s a great way to teach about pi and the […]

Neon Kicks

Transform a pair of ordinary white shoes into adorable neon kicks! So much fun to make and to wear!

Glittery Mardi Gras Mask

Masks are a fun part of the Mardi Gras tradition. Make your own sparkly masks with a few basic craft […]

Lego Friendship Bracelets

These Lego friendship bracelets are sure to be a hit with kids. A fun gift for your children to make […]

Lego Earrings

Turn matching Lego bricks into adorable earrings. Extend the idea to make Lego necklaces, bracelets, and more.

Kermit the Frog Accessories

Calling all Muppets fans! Craft up a Kermit the Frog neck bunting (collar/necklace) and needle-felt some Muppet eye barrettes for […]

No Sew Superhero Capes

Every kid wants to be a superhero! This tutorial shows you how to make a sturdy superhero cape for your […]

Felt Heart Headband

Create a headband of felt hearts for Valentine’s Day. It’s easy to make and fun to wear!

Glitter Felt Hairbows

Make darling glittered hair bows from felt in every color of the rainbow. Easy to make and fun to wear!

Valentine’s Heart Hair Clip

These heart-shaped hair clips couldn’t be any easier to make. They are such a fun accessory to wear (or give!) […]

Olympic Rings Necklace

Teenagers will love making and wearing a beautiful Olympic Ring necklace. It requires some patience and dexterity, but no special […]

Beaded Suede Cord Bracelet

If you can tie square knot, you can make a bracelet! Here is a primary pattern on making a bracelet […]

Mickey Mouse Earrings

It’s easy and fun to make your own adorable Mickey Mouse earrings. The tutorial gives suggestions for holiday-themed Mickey earrings […]

Elf Shirt

All it takes is a plain green t-shirt and some fabric paint to make a cute elf shirt that’s as […]

Split Pea Wreath Pin

This clever pin is made from split peas! A fun craft to make for everyone on your gift list.

Felt Christmas Tree Pin

Create the cutest little felt Christmas tree pin! Keep it simple or decorate it with star stitches, french knot berries, […]

Glittering Mockingjay Emblem

Hunger Games fans will love this fun mockingjay project that can be used as a pin, magnet or scrapbook embellishment!

Turkey Bow Headband

Make an adorable turkey headband to wear this Thanksgiving. So cute and so fun.

Quilled Flower Locket

Create a beautiful locket featuring a simple crimped flower. This elegant necklace is unique, inexpensive, and doesn’t take long to […]

Pumpkin Bottle Cap Necklace

Turn a bottle cap into a cute pumpkin necklace, perfect for Halloween. Fun, easy, and inexpensive and the kids will […]

Googly Eye Rings

Your kids will love making this “eye-popping” jewelry. Easy and perfect for Halloween. A great make and take for a […]

Candy Corn Friendship Bracelet

Use embroidery floss to make an awesome Candy Corn Friendship Bracelet this fall. Best for older children who have experience […]

Furry Monster Bracelet

This googly-eyed furry monster bracelet is as easy to make as it is cute. Perfect for Halloween and great as […]

Superhero Masks

Make fun superhero masks for your kids to wear during pretend play. Personalize with any color or decoration that your […]

Superhero Cuffs

Your little superhero with love accessorizing with these awesome cuffs. They’re easy to make and a fun recycling project since […]