🎨 Creative Fun for the Whole Family: Top Crafts & Games from Crafts4Kids
Spending time together as a family doesn’t always have to mean screens or expensive outings. With the right craft kits, puzzles and games, you can create magical moments at home — and end up with keepsakes, decorations or memories that last much longer than the weekend.
At Crafts4Kids, we believe in bringing people together through creativity. Whether you’re looking for a rainy-day activity, a new family tradition or a thoughtful gift, we’ve rounded up our top picks that are perfect for the whole family to enjoy together.
🧩 1. The Joy of Family Puzzling — Calypto 1000-Piece Puzzles
Few activities bring the family together quite like a giant puzzle. The new Calypto 1000-piece puzzles are a real showstopper. With stunning, design-led artwork and high-quality pieces, they’re ideal for a quiet Sunday afternoon where everyone can contribute.
Why families love them:
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Collaborative fun: Children can tackle the borders while adults handle the trickier sections.
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Mindful activity: Great for winding down together, with no screens in sight.
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Art to keep: Once finished, these puzzles are beautiful enough to frame.
If your family loves a challenge, a Calypto puzzle could become your new favourite tradition.
🎲 2. Djeco 20 Classic Games Set
For families who love variety, this bumper pack of 20 classic board and card games from Djeco is a must-have. Think Snakes & Ladders, Ludo and Dominoes — but with Djeco’s signature design twist. It’s the perfect way to introduce younger children to traditional games while still engaging the grown-ups.
Why it’s family-friendly:
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Multiple games in one box.
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Quick rounds (ideal for school nights).
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Suitable for different ages, so no one feels left out.
🌿 3. Djeco Multi-Activity Kits
Sometimes one project isn’t enough! Djeco’s Multi-Activity Kits, like The Flower Garden or the Nature Bumper Pack, are packed with different craft options — painting, collage, scratch art and more.
Why they work for families:
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Everyone can pick a project they like.
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Activities range in complexity, so siblings of different ages can join in.
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Hours of entertainment in a single box.
🧵 4. Cotton Twist Dreamcatcher Kit
This lovely kit from Cotton Twist is not only decorative but also wonderfully calming to make. Families can work together to weave, decorate, and hang a dreamcatcher — adding their own personal touches with beads, colours and feathers.
Why families love it:
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Relaxing and hands-on.
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A finished piece you’ll be proud to hang in a bedroom or playroom.
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Easy enough for younger children to help, with older kids (and parents!) guiding the details.
🦖 5. Djeco Dino Box Activity Kit
Perfect for little dinosaur fans, the Dino Box Activity Kit mixes multiple crafts with a fun theme. From collages to colouring, there’s something for every dino-lover in the family.
Why it’s a family win:
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Appeals to a wide age range.
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Plenty of activities to share and swap.
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Dinosaur designs never go out of style!
🕯️ 6. Djeco DIY Lanterns
For something a little different, why not create your own glowing lanterns? These kits are a hit because the whole family can join in the decorating, then switch on the lights together at the end for a magical reveal.
Why families enjoy them:
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Quick but rewarding project.
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Creates a cosy atmosphere for evenings.
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Great for sleepovers or family movie nights.
🧩 7. eeBoo Giant Shiny Dinosaur Dominoes
Dominoes are timeless, but this eeBoo set adds extra sparkle. Oversized, shiny, and dinosaur-themed, they’re brilliant for family game nights where younger players can match pictures while older players focus on strategy.
Why families love them:
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Simple rules that everyone understands.
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Quick rounds keep kids engaged.
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Durable pieces built to last.
💡 Tips for Choosing Family-Friendly Crafts
When browsing for the perfect kit or activity, here’s what to keep in mind:
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Something for everyone: Multi-activity kits or puzzles with different levels of challenge.
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Reusable fun: Games or kits that can be enjoyed more than once.
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Finished keepsakes: Crafts that result in decorations, gifts, or art you can display.
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Shared experience: Projects where everyone can contribute in their own way.
✨ Make Creativity a Family Tradition
Family time doesn’t have to mean the same old movie nights. With Calypto puzzles, Djeco craft kits, Cotton Twist activities, and eeBoo games, you can spark creativity, build skills, and make memories together.
Why not choose a new craft or puzzle each month and turn it into a tradition? The kids will look forward to it, and you’ll treasure the creations for years to come.