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gumdrop fish and crab cupcake toppers

Gumdrop Fish and Crab Cupcake Toppers

Turn gumdrops into crabs and fish for summer-themed cupcake toppers. Perfect for summer parties or any water-themed party!

Tropical Fish Pinata

Tropical Fish Pinata When the kids finish making this pretty little fish, they may not have the heart to demolish their […]

School of Cardboard Tube Fish

Recycle some cardboard tubes into an adorable school of colorful jeweled fish!  Lots of room for creativity!

Make Marshmallow Animals

Make Marshmallow Animals

Use sand molds and store bought marshmallows to create this adorable goldfish. It’s great for a pool party or trip […]

School of Fish Sherbet

School of Fish Sherbet

This school of fish dessert is made from scoops of sherbet and candy toppings. It’s a fun treat for a […]

Goldfish Bowl Night Light

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

Paper Plate Fish Aquarium

Paper Plate Fish Aquarium

Make an adorable aquarium craft using a paper plate and a few basic supplies. It’s a fun project with plenty […]

Little Debbie Valentine Cakes

Little Debbie Valentine Cakes

Turn store-bought mini cakes into the sweetest little valentines! There are instructions to make the fish that are pictured, along […]

Paper Roll Fish in a Bowl

Cardboard Tube Fish in a Bowl

Learn how to make these cute fish out of cardboard tubes. The tutorial includes the bowl pattern and a coloring […]

Orange Ice Cream Cone Goldfish

Orange Ice Cream Cone Goldfish

Make simple, no-churn orange ice cream. Then turn it into an adorable goldfish ice cream cone for a fun and […]

Cupcake Liner Fish

Cupcake Liner Fish

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

Colorful Cardboard Tube Fish

Colorful Cardboard Tube Fish

These fish are really simple to make and your little ones will have hours of fun playing with them when […]

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

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 […]

Whale and Clown Fish Paper Cup Craft

This adorable whale and clown fish craft starts with a paper cup. Use the tutorial as a springboard to create […]

Heart Tropical Fish Cookies

Use heart cookie cutters to make adorable tropical fish cookies! They’re easy to do and fun to make in lots […]

Goldfish Valentines

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with this easy goldfish valentine printable. The design would work with Swedish Fish, too!

Paper Plate Aquarium

Paper Plate Aquarium

Create a miniature underwater world with a paper plate and colorful paper! This classic project is one the kids will […]

Handprint Fish

Handprint Fish

Friendly handprint fish swim around big paper fishbowls. This project will keep the kids smiling while turning their handprints into […]

Recycled Bottle Fish

  Recycle plastic bottles by turning them into fish! This fun craft gives kids plenty of room to be creative.

Paper Plate Shark Jaws

Paper Plate Shark Jaws

A quick and simple way to decorate for a deep sea birthday party. These paper plate shark jaws can be […]

Paper Plate Goldfish

Paper Plate Goldfish

Make bright orange fish from paper plates and cups. It’s a great project for an underwater theme or a Finding […]

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

Paper Plate Tropical Fish

Make a school of beautiful tropical fish using paper plates. Kids can paint them realistically, or they can add whatever […]

Driftwood Fish

Driftwood Fish

Make a collection of fish with scraps of driftwood and a Sharpie. This is an easy and fun activity for […]

Woven Paper Fish

Learn how to make a cute fish (or an entire school of fish!) from strips of colored paper. This woven […]

Tissue Paper Ocean

Tissue Paper Ocean

Make a beautiful ocean scene using nothing but tissue paper, cardstock or construction paper, and some drops of water. This […]

Bottle Cap Fish

Bottle Cap Fish

Use old bottle caps or milk caps to make an adorable ocean scene. It’s a fun way to create using […]

Tide Pool Art

Tide Pool Art

Make some colorful tide pool art with watercolors and sand! It’s a really fun project to pair with a beach […]

cardboard tube fish

Cardboard Tube Fish

Turn empty cardboard tubes into a sea of colorful fish. Decorate them however you’d like – there’s tons of room […]

Fish Bowl Craft

Fish Bowl Craft

Turn a paper plate, beans, paint, and papers into an adorable fishbowl! Easy to make and so cute!

School of Paper Plate Fish

School of Paper Plate Fish

Bright, cheery paper plates turn into a school of fish in just a couple of easy steps. Easy enough for […]

Paper Plate Porcupine Fish

Paper Plate Porcupine Fish

Porcupine fish blow themselves up with air or water to double their size and intimidate enemies. Porcupine fish further intimidate […]

X is for X-Ray Fish

Learn more about the fascinating x-ray fish with this fun craft. It’s perfect if you’re looking for an animal craft […]

Backyard Fishing

Backyard Fishing

This backyard fishing activity is perfect for a birthday party game or just some everyday summer fun! It’s a great […]

Paper Plate Porthole

Paper Plate Porthole

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

Rock Fish Pond

Create a fish pond filled with colorful textured fish made from rocks. It’s fun to do and looks so pretty!

Mason Jar Aquarium and Night Light

Create your own make-believe aquarium using a plastic mason jar. It looks great during the day, and at night it’s […]

Beaded Fish

Beaded Fish

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

Ocean Diorama

Ocean Diorama

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

3D Goldfish Bowl

3D Goldfish Bowl

This craft foam fish and paper plate aquarium is a bright and cheery project that’s so fun to do. It’s […]

Sea Creature Sand Castle Cans - featured on FunFamilyCrafts.com

Sea Creature Sand Castle Cans

These cute sand toys are easy to make with recycled vegetable cans, some foam stamps and a bit of paint. […]

Colorful Tropical Fish

Colorful Tropical Fish

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

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 […]

Design a Fish

Combine your creativity with your knowledge of fish structures and habitats with this unique project. Make your fish as realistic […]

Weaving Rainbow Fish

This colorful fish is a fun way to introduce kids to weaving. All you need is construction paper.

Fish Hat

Learn more about your state fish with this clever fish craft. The tutorial includes the Cutthroat Trout (state fish of […]

Paper Bag Fish

Paper Bag Fish

Little hands can work on this paper bag fish with little or no trouble. It’s an easy craft for a […]

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 […]

Magnetic fishing game

Make a portable, magnetic fishing game. It is fun to make and easy to pack along for travels.

Apricot Clownfish

Apricot Clownfish

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

Wire-Wrapped Fish

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

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 […]

Paper Mache Pinata Fish

Paper Mache Pinata Fish

Discover how easy it is to make a pinata using paper mache. This cute fish pinata would be great for […]

Colorful Fish Collage

Colorful Fish Collage

Paint the sea & then add some texture with sponge prints! Paint and cut some colorful fish and glue them […]

Folded Surprise Fish

Surprise animals are lots of fun to make – the folded artwork looks benign, but when you unfold the paper, […]

Paper Plate Fish

Paper Plate Fish

Our old friend the paper plate once again is the foundation of this Paper Plate Fish craft. A fun ocean […]

Fish Baggies

Fish Baggies

Decorate a summer party with these adorable fish. This simple craft uses construction paper and is easy enough for even […]

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. […]

Clothespin Hungry Fish

Clothespin Hungry Fish

Make a colorful school of adorable fish using wooden clothespins and scrapbook paper! A fun craft for the kids.

Halloween Face Painting

When we think of Halloween costumes, we usually focus on clothing and accessories. But you can create amazing costumes simply […]

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