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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 […]

Styrofoam Cup Sea Crabs

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 […]

Forever Fish Tank

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

Marshmallow Goldfish Pops

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

Sunshine Lollipops

Sunshine Lollipops

These simple sunshine pops are made from candy melts, cookies, and candy eyes. They’re a fun treat for Earth Day, […]

Scrap Paper Seahorse

Scrap Paper Seahorse

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

Crayon Melt Seahorse

Crayon Melt Seahorse

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

Foam Flip Flops

Foam Flip Flops

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

Driftwood Art

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

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

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

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

Egg Carton Jellyfish

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

Clay Seashells

Clay Seashell Erasers

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

Swimsuit Cover Ups

Swimsuit Cover Ups

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

Clam Critters

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

Clam Shell Critters

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

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

Seashell Turtle

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

Ocean Flower Pot

Ocean Flower Pot

Ocean-themed pots can be used for party decorations or as decorations in a child’s room. Great way to use sand […]

Driftwood Orb

Driftwood Orb

If you like collecting driftwood then this fun project is for you. All you need is wood, a hot glue […]

Seashell Lamp

This fun project is a great way to remember a fabulous family vacation at the beach. It could also hold […]

Crab Cakes

Crab Cakes

These ‘crab cakes’ are perfect for a hot summer day, a beach-themed party, or year-round fun. They’re easy to make […]

Everlasting Sand Castle

Everlasting Sand Castle

This is a sand castle that will dry and last, making it a permanent, air-hardened sculpture. Make these for a […]

Handprint Crab

Handprint Crab

This handprint crab craft comes complete with a printable beach themed background. A fun project even the little ones can […]

Gone Swimming Beach Plaque

Gone Swimming Beach Plaque

Make a pretty plaque that shows off your beach treasures. Show off your found treasures of shells and driftwood.

Beach Bucket

Beach Bucket

Create a stylish beach bucket to hold flip flops and towels poolside or to transport sunscreen and sand toys for a day […]

Framed Sand Writing

Framed Sand Writing

Make memories of the beach by writing your name in the sand, photographing it and then framing it. Embellish the […]

Octopus Cupcakes

Octopus Cupcakes

Make a splash at a beach or pool party with an armful of these ocean-themed treats. So fun and so […]

Egg Carton Lobster

Egg Carton Lobster

Add some color to your next beach party with these bright red lobsters. They’re quick and easy to make using […]

Paper Plate Sand Dollars

Paper Plate Sand Dollars

It only takes a couple of simple steps to make these sweet sand dollars. This is a fun beach themed […]

Sandcastle Cake

Sandcastle Cake

You don’t need to be a professional to make a darling sandcastle cake. This cake is perfect for all sorts […]

Shell Beach Art

Shell Beach Art

Next time you are at the beach, try your hand at making shell art. It’s easy and fun to do, […]

Repurposed Placemat Wall Hanging

Take an old twig placemat and turn it into a pretty beach decor wall hanging in less than 1 hour!

Paper Plate Shark

Paper Plate Shark

This adorable shark craft is made from a paper plate and blue paper. A great craft for the boys too. […]

Chocolate Mermaid Tail Cupcake Topper

Chocolate mermaid tail cupcake toppers are delicious and easy to make. They’re so much fun for a party or special […]

Summer Days Picture Frame

Transform an old picture frame with sand and shells. Add a photo to always remember your favorite beach trip.

Beach Sundaes

Beach Sundaes

For your next beach or water-themed party, make beach sundaes, complete with under the sea toppings. This dessert is too […]

Beach Play Tic Tac Toe

Beach Play Tic-Tac-Toe

Set up a quick game of tic-tac-toe using oversized stars and circles for markers and the beach as the board! […]

Sand Casted Handprints

Sand Casted Handprints

This fun summertime craft is a great way to create a fun keepsake that will last forever. Make summer vacation […]

Lobster Prints

Use your little one’s hands & foot to create this happy little keepsake lobster. What fun!

Seashell Fish

Hunt for shells on the beach, then turn them into cute fish. They’re such a fun way to remember a […]

Cereal Sand Castle

Cereal Sand Castle

Use sand molds to create your own caramelized cereal treat sand castle. It’s entirely edible and completely delicious!

Jellyfish in a Bottle

Jellyfish in a Bottle

This is a totally creative and fun project made from a plastic bottle and a plastic grocery bag! Video below.

Beach Lunch

Beach Lunch

A fun beach lunch for kids! The beach features a crustless sandwich, blue gelatin poses as water, and it’s all […]

Sea Shell Creatures

Summer is the perfect time for these adorable sea shell creatures!! ??

Salt Art

Salt Art

Create a masterpiece with colored salt and glue. Loads of fun and a project that will bring plenty of smiles.

Personalized Seashell

  Personalized Seashell Here’s a great way for kids to save their treasures from the beach all in one place! […]

Sand Cast Starfish

Bring the beach home with this fun sand cast starfish project. Be sure to read the sand casting cleanup tips […]

Cork Boats

Make boats from corks, craft sticks and craft foam. If the weather is warm, sail them in a pool or […]

Pony Bead Fish

Pony Bead Fish

This pony bead fish is perfect for religious settings like Sunday School or VBS, or as an ocean or beach […]

Clothespin Shark

Clothespin Shark

Whether it’s Shark Week or just an ordinary Tuesday, this shark craft is fun for kids and makes a great […]

Boardwalk Craft

Use mini craft sticks and photo-realistic patterned papers to recreate your favorite boardwalk. It’s a fun way to remember a […]

Driftwood Sign

This Driftwood Sign is simple to make and so pretty. Use the kids’ names to label their bedrooms with a […]

Sea Shell Creatures

Turn shells into adorable sea creatures. There are instructions to make the turtle, snail, hermit crab, and clam.

Mixed Media Snorkeler

This fun snorkeler is made with paper, paint, craft foam, a straw, and more. It’s a wonderful mixed media project […]

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