Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Cardboard Tube Dorothy Gale

Learn how to turn an empty cardboard tube into Dorothy Gale from the Wizard of Oz. There are instructions to […]

Earth Day Garland

Make a colorful Earth Day Garland! It’s a fun way to talk with kids about the impact we have on […]

Footprint Unicorn

Footprint art is so much fun and a great way to preserve the size of your child’s foot. Make this […]

Eye Love You

This one-eyed love monster is all heart! Made from paper and elastic string, he’s an easy project for toddlers and […]

Heart Stitch Craft

Even very young crafters can sew this simple heart. It’s such a fun and cute craft for Valentine’s Day.

Bee Mine Valentine

This busy little bee carries a sweet Valentine’s Day message…BEE MINE! Add a magnet to the back of it to […]

Cardboard Tube Red Firecrackers

Recycle some cardboard tubes from toilet paper rolls or paper towels to make these faux firecrackers just in time for […]

Yarn Santa Ornament

Turn yarn and a cardboard tube into a whimsical Santa ornament. It’s inexpensive to make and looks great hanging from […]

Woven Christmas Tree

Create your own loom using a paper plate and weave a lovely Christmas tree. All you need is a paper […]

Sock Snowman

Turn a sock into an adorable snowman to decorate during wintertime. This easy holiday craft starts with rice and a […]

Frankie Pinata

This Frankenstein pinata is perfect for your Halloween party!

Fall Leaf Fairy Pin

Our cute little felt leaf pin comes with 2 sets of instructions so that kids of ages can make one. […]

Scarecrow Mason Jar

Turn a mason jar into an adorable little scarecrow. Fill the jar with flavored popcorn, candies, or other fall treats […]

Witch Spoon Puppet

Make this cute witch puppet from a wooden spoon and paint. Let your creativity go wild!

Finger Knit Pumpkins

This fun project is a great way to introduce your kids to the joys of knitting. Using their fingers, they’ll […]

Pencil Door Hanger

Use craft sticks to make this fun homework door sign. This craft is a great choice before the kids head […]

Paper Cup Parrot

Create colorful paper cup parrots using yarn, feathers, and some other basic materials. They are easy to do and so […]

Minion Hat

Use the template to make an adorable minion hat. There are also instructions to make a minion goggles mask.

Pipe Cleaner Cacti

Turn pipe cleaners into adorable cacti topped with pom pom flowers. What a fun craft for kids to do!

Footprint Zebra

Turn your footprint into an adorable zebra! A fun and easy project with lots of personality.

Foam Sun Ornament

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

Emotional Stress Ball Balloons

Teach your child about emotions with these flour filled balloons with different facial expressions drawn on each one. They have […]

Yarn Baskets

Fill these nifty yarn bowls with candy for a pretty display. The whole family can get in on the fun […]

Cardboard Tube Horse

Make this cute horse from chenille stems and cardboard tubes! It’s a great recycling project.  

Quartz Headband

This headband is a quick knitting project for teens with needlework experience. This headband is knitted with super chunky yarn […]

Paper Plate Horse

Turn a paper plate into a cute horse with a mane of yarn. Customize it by choosing a different color […]

Colorful Chicks in Nests

Make these colorful Easter decorations using yarn, plastic Easter eggs, and a few other supplies. What a fun project for […]

Unicorn Bookmark

Make an enchanting unicorn bookmark using cardstock, tape, and rainbow yarn. They make wonderful, inexpensive party favors.

Chirpy Chicks

Add some whimsy to your spring decorations with these adorable chicks. Start by making your own pom poms, then dress […]

Yarrow Headband

Teens with knitting experience will enjoy making their own headband with a twist. The design is quite simple, using knit […]

Cardboard Tube Walrus

Turn an empty cardboard tube into an adorable walrus. Kids will love working with paint, pipe cleaners, yarn, and googly […]

Easter Bunny Headband

This Easter bunny headband is easy to make and absolutely adorable. It’s such a fun project to do during spring. 

Parrot Yarn Painting

Use scraps of yarn to ‘paint’ a beautiful picture of a parrot. You can make a different animal, a favorite […]

Swirly Yarn Hearts

Learn how to use yarn to make a beautiful valentine heart of swirls to display in a window. Be sure […]

Handprint Angel

Create a beautiful angel from your child’s handprint. Make one year after year and soon you’ll have a choir of […]

Wire and Yarn Ornament

Have fun creating yarn-wrapped wire ornaments this Christmas! They’re simple to make, very inexpensive, and the possibilities are endless.

Yarn Hat Ornaments

Turn a cardboard tube and some yarn into adorable mini hat ornaments. Hang them from the Christmas tree or make […]

Kwanzaa Flag Garland

Kwanzaa Flag Garland Make this flag garland to decorate for Kwanzaa this year. This garland uses the symbolic colors of […]

Snowman Ball Ornament

Snowman Ball Ornament Here’s an adorable snowman ornament you can make with your kids. Makes a fun homemade gift too! […]

Yarn Cornucopia Treat Cup

This Thanksgiving cornucopia treat cup is made with craft foam and yarn. It’s simple and fun and would make a […]

Turkey Placecards

Make these turkey place cards for your holiday table using corks and feathers. The kids can personalize each one themselves, […]

You’re A Bookmark!

This fun craft turns photos into bookmarks. Kids of all ages will want to make them for their books!

Tiny Yarn Hat

It’s hard to believe these tiny hats start with empty toilet paper tubes! They’re so easy to make and are […]

Lacing Paper Plate Footballs

Paper plate footballs add fun and whimsy to any football themed party. This fun craft doubles as a take-home party […]

Fall Colors Bookmark

Celebrate the season with a homemade bookmark inspired by fall color. The leaf design is so festive.

Sunflower Wreath

Sunflower Wreath This adorable fall wreath, made almost completely from construction paper, will look adorable hanging on your door! What […]

Backpack Monster

Backpack Monster This monster will look adorable hanging from a backpack when it’s time to head back to school. It’s […]

Yarn Apples

Quickly craft a basket of apples from yarn – a pretty table decoration!

Playdough Texture Tools

Use craft sticks and a variety of household items to make your own texture sticks. They are great fun to […]

My First Day of School

  My First Day of School Capture all the details of your child’s first day of school with this adorable […]

Colorful Walking Stick

Decorate a walking stick and take it with you on fun hikes in the woods or on the nature trails. […]

Yarn & Felt Pencil Holder

Corral those pencils and pens that seem to end up all over the house with our recycled pencil holders. All […]