Free Crafts for Kids

Not interested in doing theme crafts and just want to have some fun with your kids? The following ideas are separated into categories depending on the main type of supplies you have on hand. Below you'll also find some general crafts that don't fit into any specific categories.

Craft Games
Need something extra to do once you are done with the craft? Try these games and activites that don't stop with the craft!

Paper Crafts
This includes regular printing paper, construction paper, and a few even include cardboard boxes. Most only require some other simple supplies like paint, glitter, and other decorations you probably have on hand.

Wooden Crafts
You can really get creative with the free crafts for kids on this page. Each feature using wood as a main supply, with a few extra supplies needed. These make some very nice finished products!

Felt Crafts
Have felt on hand? Use these free crafts for kids ideas for some fun with felt!

Clay Crafts
What kid doesn't like to play with clay? These ideas take regular playing to the next level with some very fun and creative projects.

Teen Crafts
While teens usually come up with their own ideas for projects, here are several that will help get them started if they need some ideas.

Recipes & Edible Crafts
One of the most fun free crafts for kids includes projects they can eat when they are done. These ideas feature some general recipes for edible and non-edible craft recipes.

General Crafts for Kids

Cotton Ball Art Fun
by Gayle of Instantlycheaper.com

What You'll Need:
- Cotton Balls
- Glue
- Pipe Cleaner or Yarn
- Paint
- Glitter or other decorations

Pull several cotton balls into petal shapes. Glue them around a cotton ball center. Add a pipe cleaner or yarn stem and cotton ball leaves. Paint with tempera paints or for a fun look, apply small dabs of paint. Use cotton balls to make other goodies like butterflies and lady bugs. Add Details with felt-tipped markers. Add glitter or other trims for a special look.