Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Valentine’s Day Snowman

Make this sweet and cuddly snowman from chenille yarn and Styrofoam balls. A Valentine’s Day sock becomes the snowman’s stocking cap!

Valentine’s Day Necklace

These bright, colorful necklaces are the perfect easy kids’ project for Valentine’s Day! They’re simple enough for toddlers, fun enough […]

Lion Tamer’s Pouch

Lion Tamer’s Pouch No lion tamer can do his or her job without a bag to hold lion treats. After […]

Yarn Teepee Tea Light Holder

Gather some sticks, then get started making these cute yarn teepees. Add battery-operated tea lights for a beautiful display.

Paper Plate Traffic Lights

Paper plates and construction paper become traffic lights. This craft is perfect to do during Transportation Week.

Plastic Lid Christmas Tree

Plastic Lid Christmas Tree Turn plastic lids and some sparkly embellishments into a Christmas tree. It’s a fun way to […]

Woven Christmas Tree Ornament

Use yarn scraps to weave a cute and festive Christmas tree ornament. The tutorial links to a simpler version suitable […]

Woven Wrapping Paper

Combine weaving with craft paper to get cute and unique gift wrap. It’s the perfect way to use up scraps […]

Yarn Pom Pom Flowers

These yarn pom pom flowers are really quick and easy to make. Use them as gift toppers, add them to […]

Egg Cup Christmas Tree Ornament

Egg Cup Christmas Tree Ornament Turn an empty egg carton in to a glittery Christmas tree ornament. Even the youngest […]

Penguin Pals Ornament

Penguin Pals Ornament Make these cute little penguin ornaments from wood circles, paint and yarn. It’s a fun Christmas craft […]

Bob Ross Dancing Toy

Turn an old fashioned wooden collapsing/dancing toy into a magnificent Dancing Bob Ross! He’s sure to put a smile on […]

Stuffed Triangle Snowman

Stuffed Triangle Snowman This darling stuffed snowman couldn’t be cuter! It’s an easy no-sew project that makes a wonderful ornament or […]

Washer Snowman Ornament

These Washer Snowman ornaments are the perfect decorations to add to the tree. They make great gifts and are inexpensive to […]

Finger Crochet Washer Ornaments

These cute ornaments are made with washers and yarn and use a cool finger crochet technique. They’re really easy and look […]

Woven Christmas Tree

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

Yarn Santa Ornament

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

Yarn Hat Ornaments

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

Cork Santa Gnome

Create a tomte Santa gnome using a cork as the base. It makes a great ornament or gift topper.

Upcycled Sweater Owl Baby

Turn an old sweater into a soft and snuggly owl baby toy. It’s a great project to accompany the story […]

Hawaiian Lei

Make a neat Hawaiian-inspired lei for your next party. It’s easy to do and is a good fine motor activity […]

Yarn Aquarium

Use yarn and felt to create an ‘aquarium’ for hands-on play. Young children will love arranging the fish and helping […]

Pom Pom Fruit

Create pom poms that look just like your favorite fruit using nothing but yarn. The tutorial includes instructions to make […]

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 […]

Yarn Pumpkin

Decorate for fall with this cute yarn pumpkin. It’s easy, fun and even smells like fall.

Yarn Coaster and Trivet

Make coasters and trivets in your favorite colors with this easy craft. This is a wonderful project for kids to […]