1. Home
  2. Parenting & Family
  3. Family Crafts

Candy Crafts

Check out all of these fun candy crafts! Find out how you can use different candy to make a variety of crafts. Not only are they tasty but many make great candy gifts.

Candy Crafts

Let's craft with candy! You can use any kind of candy you like... It can be wrapped or not and your finished craft can be edible or not. You can also use other items in your project, it does not have to be made using candy alone.

Advent Candy Tree and Poem

TOBPA shares this advent craft along with a poem that goes with it.

Candy Cane Mouse Craft

Make this small, felt mouse submitted by Angie Edwards. Perfect for a Christmas tree ornament or a gift.

Candy Cane Reindeer Craft

Find out how to make a tiny reindeer using a candy cane, shared by Reginald.

Candy Cornucopia Treat

Instructions to make a tiny cornucopia treat using an ice cream cone and fruit- shaped candies.

Candy Kiss Rose Bud Craft

You can make all your friends and family these fun candy Kiss rose buds for a special treat for any occasion.

Candy Plant Craft

Create candy flowers in a terra cotta clay pot. Makes a great gift!

Candy Wreath Craft

Make a wreath using hard, wrapped candies, ribbon, and a hanger! A fun decoration that you can eat.

Cat-In-The-Hat Treat

Kids will enjoy making this simple snack that looks like the hat worn by Dr. Seuss' Cat-in-The-Hat!

Conversation Heart Frame Craft

Follow these instructions and make a fun, heart-shaped frame decorated with candy canversation hearts.

Graham Cracker Houses

Find out how you can make miniature gingerbread-type houses using graham crackers.

Harvest Blessing Snack Mix

Barbara E. shares this snack mix and the reason behind each ingredient. Includes printable bag tag!

Heart Candy Bouquet

Find out how you can make a stunning bouquet using candy.

Hot Chocolate in a Jar Craft

Make this fun and simple gift idea - hot cocoa in a jar!

Leprechaun Kisses

Follow these directions to make leprechaun kisses along with a poem. A fun gift idea for Saint Patrick's Day.

Lollipop Scarecrow

Dress up lollipops to give to your favorite kids, or make them for a classroom treat.

Mason Jar Jack-O-Lantern

Make a fun candy holder using a mason jar.

New Year Blessing Snack Mix

Vicki Moretta shares her ideas for a New Year's snack mix and the reason behind each ingredient. Includes printable bag tag!

New Years Candy Holder Craft

Instructions to make a year 2001 party favor cup to help celebrate New Years

Pot of Kisses

Make a collection of these flowers made using Hershey Kisses candies - submitted by Nettie from VA .

Pumpkin Treat Holder Craft

Arch-host explains how to make a simple Halloween treat holder using tissue paper, a chenille stem, and candy.

Reindeer Candy Holder Craft

Instructions to make candy jar that looks like a reindeer. A fun way to recycle baby food jars.

Santa's Sleigh Candy Holder

Teresa West explains how she made a sled using a laundry scoop.

Scarecrow Candy Jar

Find out how to create a unique candy jar that features a cute scarecrow face.

Scoop of Hugs and Kisses

Use a laundry scoop and some candy to make a gift for someone special - submitted by Kitkat.

Smiley Shaker Craft

Jan Hennings shared these directions for making a unique shaker craft using candy and a milk jug.

Snowman Candy Jar

Find out how to create a unique candy jar that features a cute snowman face.

Teacher Thank You Card

Make this easy candy card for your teachers - Shared by KIDSMOM7.

Turkey Candy or Nut Holder Craft

Make a candy jar for Thanksgiving that looks like a turkey. A great way to recycle baby food jars or craft with clay pots!

Witch's Brew Treat Recipe

A little bit of tasty, Halloween fun! This is a Halloween snack mix recipe my son's class made for a classroom treat.
Explore Family Crafts
About.com Special Features

Holiday Central

What to eat, where to go, fun things to do and how to save money on the perfect gifts. More >

Family Tech Center

Stay connected and entertained with reviews on tips on the latest HDTVs, cellphones and more. More >

  1. Home
  2. Parenting & Family
  3. Family Crafts
  4. Crafts by Type - Technique
  5. Candy Crafts

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.