Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

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Summer Beach Crafts for Kids

Summer is here! Looking for beach themed crafts and activities for your kids? We have hundreds of ocean and beach crafts, plenty of them for preschoolers and toddlers too!


Cardboard Surfboard

This cardboard surfboard is bright, colorful, and ready to ride the pretend waves! This is a simple craft that kids […]

Beach Terrarium

Capture relaxation in a jar with this simple beach terrarium idea using beach finds and a repurposed glass jar. The […]

Beach Ball Pie

Follow the easy steps to decorate a pie to look like a beach ball. This treat is a fun (and […]

Paper Plate Porthole

This project, adapted from the well-known Paper Plate Aquarium, is a unique and fun way for kids to create their […]

Hawaiian Shirt Card

Make these Hawaiian Shirt cards as invitations to a luau or beach-themed party, or just to say hi to someone […]

O is for Ocean

This ocean craft is a fun way to introduce children to the long sound of O. Use the printable templates […]

Seagull Drawing

Follow the eight simple step-by-step instructions to draw your own seagull. Then take the time to learn more about this […]

Rainbow Jellyfish

It’s so easy to make a collection of jellyfish in vibrant colors. This is a fun way to teach kids […]

Beaded Fish

Create an adorable fish using wire and beads. Vary the colors and make a whole school of fish!

Ocean Diorama

Turn a tin can, sand, rope, and some maps into a diorama of ocean and beach items. These pretty decorations […]

Paper Plate Shark

These paper plate sharks are easy to make and suitable for even the youngest of crafters. Each shark is one-of-a-kind […]

Cereal Box Beach Mosaic

Use empty cereal boxes and glue to make a beautiful beach mosaic. This fun recycling craft is perfect for summer.

Finding Dory Gift Wrapping

Gifts are even more fun when the wrapping is part of the theme! Replace the bow on a traditional present […]

Chocolate Shells

These edible sea shells have beautiful swirls of colored chocolate. They’re very easy to make and are the perfect addition to […]

Cardboard Tube Jellyfish

This Cardboard Tube Jellyfish couldn’t be cuter! It’s a great craft to teach your kids about recycling and lots of […]

Craft Stick Beach Plaque

Gather the seashells you collected at the beach this summer and make this fun beach plaque. This is a great […]

Mixed Media Turtle

Use a variety of art techniques to make this stunning turtle project! This project requires quite a bit of drying […]

Goldfish Bowl Night Light

Transform a dollar store vase and tissue paper into a cool night light for your room. No special tools or […]

Beach Bingo Printables

Summer is here, and what better way to get outside with the family than spending time on a beach? Enjoy […]

Palm Tree Cupcake

These adorable palm tree cupcakes look difficult to make, but they’re surprisingly easy to do. They’re great for a summer […]

Turtle Cupcakes

Kids of all ages will love these adorable turtle cupcakes! They are easy to make and so incredibly cute. 

Colorful Tropical Fish

These pretty fish are so bright and cheerful! They would make a great decoration for an ocean themed birthday party […]

S’mores Starfish

These sweet S’mores Starfish are as fun to make as they are delicious! Serve them at a beach trip, during […]

Avocado Sailboat

Use the skin of an avocado to make a sailboat that really floats. What a clever idea!

Fish Wind Chime

Turn painted plastic eggs and a plastic soda bottle into a cute fish-shaped wind chime.  It’s inexpensive, fun, and a […]

Grass Skirt Caramel Apple

By adding a fondant grass skirt, your caramel apple will be doing the hula in no time! This treat is […]

Styrofoam Cup Sea Crabs

These adorable crabs are made from Styrofoam coffee cups and pipe cleaners. What a fun and colorful beach craft for […]

Beach Ball Cookie Platter

Hand cut a few cookies using a template and you’ll have a beach ball cookie platter in no time. What […]

Cardboard Tube Sand Castle

Turn empty cardboard tubes and some sand into a fun sand castle. This is a great activity for a beach […]

Forever Fish Tank

This adorable little fish tank craft is the perfect project for someone who wants a no-maintenance pet. Make your own […]

Marshmallow Goldfish Pops

These marshmallow goldfish pops are easy to make and the kids will love them. Try them for a beach-themed birthday […]

Apricot Clownfish

Apricots and white chocolate come together to make these fun fishy treats. Your little fisherman or mermaids will want to […]

Scrap Paper Seahorse

Don’t throw out those scraps of patterned paper! Turn them into a colorful and whimsical seahorse, inspired by the artwork […]

Cupcake Liner Fish

Did you know cupcake liners make the perfect base for a kids fish craft? No matter if they are solid […]

Crayon Melt Seahorse

Create a colorful, whimsical seahorse! This fun craft uses a warming tray to melt crayons resulting in vibrant color.

Sandpaper Sandcastle

Create the sandcastle of your dreams using sandpaper! It’s easy to do with tons of room for creativity.

Foam Flip Flops

This fun and easy craft just screams summer! It’s a different take on a traditional footprint craft.

Paper Plate Jellyfish

Make an adorable jellyfish craft with paper plate, tissue paper and yarn. It’s a fun, multi-step project that kids will […]

Driftwood Art

Remember great times at the beach with this Driftwood Art. It’s a wonderful project for the family to make together.

Wire-Wrapped Fish

This wire-wrapped fish is so colorful and fun. It’s best for teens with some jewelry-making experience.

Seashell Door Hanging

This beautiful seashell door hanging is a great way to display your favorite shells. It’s a fun project for the […]

Watercolor Island Scene

This island scene is made by painting the individual elements and layering them on the background. It’s a fun twist […]

Flower Pot Crab

A bright red crab dresses up any beach party and is lots of fun to make. It starts with a […]

Oyster Cookie

Make these simple, no bake, delicious cookies that look like friendly oysters with pearls. Perfect for a mermaid or nautical […]

Sand-Filled Bottles

Take a bit of the beach home with you by crafting these cool sand-filled bottles. Kids will have fun making […]

Egg Carton Jellyfish

Kids will love making these adorable jellyfish! Choose whatever colors you like and make a whole smack of them!

Clay Seashell Erasers

These seashells made from Sculpey clay are easy to make and so cute. Even better, they’re erasers you can actually […]

Paper Plate Sea Crab

Learn how to transform an ordinary paper plate into this cute crab! A fun summertime craft for your kids.

Swimsuit Cover Ups

Quick and easy to make, these adorable swimsuit cover-ups are made from towels! Great for the pool or beach and […]

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

These adorable tropical fish start with painted paper plates and pieces of aluminum foil.  Each fish is one-of-a-kind, with lots of room […]

Clam Critters

These adorable clam critters are easy to make. What a fun way to use shells!

Twinkie Narwhal

Turn a Twinkie into one of the most interesting ocean creatures, the narwhal. Easy, fun and tasty!

Clam Shell Critters

Here’s something to do with the clam shells the kids found at the beach. Turn them into these cute Clam […]

Reusable Fabric Tote Bag

Follow the detailed instructions to turn an old tablecloth or sheet into a shopping bag. This unlined, lightweight bag is […]

Shell Fairies

Wondering what to do with all of those seashells that the kids collected on your last vacation? Read on…we’ll show […]

Seashell Turtle

Make a cute turtle using a large seashell. Easy and fun for all ages, and a great way to use […]

Cardboard Tube Mermaid

This adorable mermaid is made from a cardboard paper tube! Great for imaginative play or just for a fun decoration […]