50+ Crafts for Teens and Tweens They’ll Actually Love

These 50 unique and easy crafts for teens and tweens will keep your kids busy – they can make these genius ideas for fun or to sell.

I’ve been crafting for as long as I can remember. Like a lot of children, I started with simple projects—basic kits, glue, and whatever supplies I could find around the house.

As I got older, things shifted. When I became a teenager, crafting became less about following instructions and more about experimenting. I started trying embroidery, mixing materials, and creating my own designs instead of copying someone else’s.

Back then, finding good craft ideas for teens and tweens wasn’t easy. Now there are endless options, but not all of them feel modern or actually fun to make.

That’s why I put together this list of crafts for teens that are creative, practical, and worth your time. These projects work well for tweens too, and even kids ready to try something a little more advanced.

Whether you’re decorating a teen’s bedroom, making a gift, or just starting a new creativity project, you’ll find something here to try.

Scroll through and see which ones stand out—I’d love to hear what you make!

Best Crafts for Teens and Tweens by Project Type

Home Decor

1

Wall Photo Collage

Create a personalized collage using photos and magazine cutouts. Layering pieces adds texture and makes it a great project for tweens.

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2

Callum Mundine

Ping Pong Ball Lights

Paint balls and string them into lights. These decorations are popular with tweens and teens for cozy bedroom setups.

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3

Barbara Rucci

Yarn Wrapped Letters

Wrap yarn around letters for bold decor. Adds color and texture to shelves or walls.

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4

Painted Planter

Use acrylic paints to create a faux ceramic finish. A great craft for teens who enjoy decorating their space.

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5

Fabric Organizer Bins

Cover Dollar Tree storage bins with fabric for a custom look. Ideal for keeping clutter under control in a teen’s bedroom.

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6

Ice Cream Stick Wall Hanging

Learn how to make a stylish and versatile ice cream stick craft wall hanging for your home. This idea is so budget friendly!

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7

Geometric Frame

Decorate a frame with tissue paper shapes for a modern look. Tweens enjoy experimenting with simple patterns here.

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Pom Pom Pillows

The beauty behind these pillows is how simple they are to make and how that can be customized to any color combo you can imagine.

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9

DIY Cork Boards

Use glitter and Mod Podge to turn IKEA trivets into DIY cork boards! Customize with the glitter and paint colors of your choice.

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10

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Sand Terrariums

These are a perfect pairing of a craft you loved as a kid combined with painted succulents! It’s really easy to do with any colors.

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11

Kara Whitten

Mini Succulent Planters

How can you go wrong with pops of color, gold, marble, and succulents? You can't! These are made with recycled plastic Easter eggs and cost under $0.50 to make.

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Wearables & Accessories

12

Friendship Bracelets

Make colorful bracelets using embroidery floss, beads, and even pom-poms. This classic project is easy and perfect for sharing with friends.

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13

Clay Earrings

Shape lightweight earrings and finish with acrylic paints. A great craft for beginners who want trendy accessories they can actually wear.

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14

Washer Necklaces

Layer washers with paint and seal them. Add cords to create jewelry based on your own designs and personal style.

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15

Amanda Formaro

DIY Lip Gloss

Create custom lip gloss with simple ingredients. Teens and tweens love this hands-on project because it’s personal and fun.

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16

Paper Beads

Roll paper into beads for jewelry making. Tweens and teens enjoy creating colorful, lightweight pieces.

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17

Monogram Keychains

Use wood circles and a paintbrush to create personalized keychains. Add initials or patterns for a custom touch.

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18

Glitter Shoes

Learn how to make glitter shoes using Mod Podge! This sparkly footwear DIY is simple enough for both children and adults.

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19

Glitter Phone Case

If you want to decorate a phone case with glitter, I'll show you how in a few easy steps! This project is perfect for beginning crafters.

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20

Sara Albers

Embellished Zippered Pouches

Decorate pouches with embroidery, trim, or pom-poms. This craft project is both creative and useful for organizing small items.

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21

No-Sew Patches

Attach patches using glue instead of sewing. This project is great for updating clothing or bags quickly.

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22

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Tie Dye Headbands

These DIY tie dye headbands are easy to make from t-shirts and look great! Make using one of these three methods!

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23

Personalize Sunglasses

Customize frames with paint or embellishments. A fun project that lets you show off your own designs.

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School & Everyday Items

24

DIY Aesthetic Journal Cover

Learn how to decorate your notebook with a laser cut overlay and Mod Podge. Keep all of your notes, calendar, or journal inside. So cute!

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25

Personalized Pencils

Decorate pencils with paint or paper. A quick and easy creativity project.

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26

Mouse Pad with Scrapbook Paper

You won't believe how easy it is to make your own mouse pad! A DIY mouse pad is a budget friendly project; customize it any way you like!

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Make a DIY Cord Organizer

You can make a DIY cord organizer for cheap using this tutorial! This
cable organizer can be made in minutes – we even provide a template.

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28

Decorated Magazine Holder

Upgrade a basic holder using paint or fabric. Perfect for organizing supplies while adding personality to a teen’s bedroom.

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29

Steve Carrell

Dry Erase Boards

These were created from a $1 frame and use washi tape. Even a beginner crafter or kid can do this project.

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30

Jacy Pulford

Wall Organizer

This cute no sew project uses an embroidery hoop and fabric! It’s so easy that anyone can do it, and it only takes a few minutes to make.

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31

DIY Luggage Tags

Learn how to make these cute wooden luggage tags with Mod Podge and scrapbook paper! You'll never lose your bags again.

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Creative & Artsy Projects

32

Magazine Collage Art

Arrange magazine pieces into bold designs. This is a great craft for teens and tweens who enjoy experimenting with color and layout.

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Paint Scrape Notecards

Use acrylic paints and a paintbrush to create abstract designs. Each card has a unique look and interesting texture.

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34

Easy Faux Stained Glass

You can whip up a piece of DIY art in less than 30 minutes using this simple faux stained glass technique! It’s so easy, even a kid can do it. Learn how to make it here.

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35

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Clay Photo Holders

Create eye-catching, marbled clay shapes to display your favorite memories.

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36

Tissue Paper Canvas

You don’t have to be good at crafting to make the coolest canvases, and that is the beauty of this unique project.

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Fun & Giftable

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Homemade Rainbow Soap

This is a great craft idea for kids of all ages, especially teenagers! They can make their own rainbow soap in any colors and patterns they like.

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38

Glitter Mug

Learn how to make DIY glitter mugs with Dishwasher Safe Mod Podge! I show you how to decorate the handle, but you can do any part of the mug.

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39

Photo Magnets

Turn favorite pictures into fridge magnets using Mod Podge. Tweens enjoy this simple craft project that’s quick and meaningful.

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40

Photo Album

Assemble a small album to store favorite pictures. A thoughtful way to keep memories organized.

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41

Colorful Confetti Coasters

There are a million ways you can transform plain tiles with Mod Podge – these confetti coasters are one of those easy and cute ideas!

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Functional & DIY

42

Steve Carrell

T Shirt Tote Bag

Transform an old shirt into a reusable tote. This great project is easy and perfect for everyday use.

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43

Jessica Anderson

Sharpie Flower Pot

Draw designs on a flower pot using markers. This is a great craft for teens who want simple but creative results.

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44

Decorated Altoid Tins

Transform tins into storage with paper or paint. A simple craft project that’s both functional and creative.

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45

Fabric Bowl

Learn how to make bowls the easy way! This is such a cool and easy craft idea, perfect for both teens and adults. You can use a variety of fabric patterns!

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46

Pill Bottle Craft

Recycle pill bottles using Mod Podge and scrapbook paper! This is the perfect way to get inexpensive and cute storage for smaller items.

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Slightly More Advanced

47

Aki Altuna

Clay Jewelry Dish

Shape a dish and paint it with simple designs. Perfect for holding jewelry, pins, or small items.

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48

Magazine Bowl

Learn to make the coolest bowl ever out of a stack of old magazines! You'll love this easy recycled craft idea.

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49

Book Safe

Turn an old book into hidden storage. This great project is functional and perfect for teens who like clever designs.

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50

Comic Book Coasters

If you are looking for unique crafts for teens, these DIY comic book coasters are perfect. Use materials right from the hardware store!

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Concrete Planter

Make a small planter with concrete for a modern look. This is a slightly advanced project but still beginner-friendly.

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Now that you’ve checked out these DIY crafts for teens, do you want some additional fun ideas? Visit these posts with various supplies that your kids will also enjoy:

Bottlecaps • Buttons • Canvas • Cardboard Boxes • Clothespins • Crafts for Boys • Crafts for Girls • Dried Flowers • Fabric • Glitter • Lace • Maps • Newspaper • Paper • Paper Lanterns • Party Crafts • Popsicle Sticks • Recycled Bottles • Recycled Materials • Resin • Rhinestones • Seashells • Wood • Wrapping Paper