Fun Family Crafts

A library of free craft ideas from toddler to teenager

Ocean Crafts for Kids

Looking for ocean crafts that are kid friendly? We have almost 300 ocean themed craft ideas; from turtles to sharks and jellyfish to seashells. Plenty of ocean projects to choose from!

Quilled Fish

If you haven’t tried quilling, this fun fish is the perfect way to start! Turn the finished fish into a […]

Shark Costume

This cardboard shark costume couldn’t be easier! It’s simple to customize for any size of child (or adult!).

Under The Sea Printable

This printable is a fun way to encourage the kids to practice their cutting skills. It also makes a nice […]

Clay Crab

This adorable clay crab makes a fun necklace, zipper pull or keychain. It’s so easy to do!

Ocean-Inspired Bracelet

Make a beautiful bracelet inspired by the ocean. This inexpensive craft requires only colored wire, pearl beads, a clasp and […]

Seashell Wreath

Make a pretty Seashell Wreath with supplies found at a dollar store. This easy craft is inexpensive and a fun […]

Rainbow Fish Craft

This kid-friendly Rainbow Fish craft is easy to make and so cute. It goes along well with the classic story […]

Driftwood Fish

Make beautiful fish art from driftwood the kids have collected. A great way to remember a special trip to the […]

Baby Mermaid Costume

You’ll have the most fabulous infant in the neighborhood with this no-sew mermaid baby costume! With inexpensive HeatNBond adhesive and […]

No-Sew Semaphore Flags

Make these quick and easy no-sew semaphore flags, then have fun sending coded messages! Great for a party, in a […]

Rainbow Fish

Kids will love making their own version of the storybook favorite, Rainbow Fish! A fun project with lots of room […]

Shark Pencil Pouch

Sew up a shark pencil pouch for Back to school, or any time of the year! This project is best […]

Mixed Media Turtle

Use a Sharpie, crayons and watercolors to create this adorable turtle. Easy and so much fun!

Sea in a Bottle

Entertain babies and toddlers with a Sea in a Bottle! This easy craft is also fun for preschoolers, who will […]

Ocean in a Bottle

Discovery bottles are so much fun! This simple ocean-in-a-bottle activity is a classic that never gets old.

Tropical Seashell Fish

Here’s a wonderful craft for this for all those seashells you brought home from vacation! Make a school of fish […]

Medicine Cup Jellyfish

Turn a not-so-fun medicine cup into a very fun project with these jellyfish! They’re easy to make and perfect for a […]

Octopus Puppet

Turn a paper bag into a fun octopus puppet! This project is easy enough for the youngest of crafters.

Shark Jewelry Holder

Boys like to wear necklaces, but most jewelry boxes are geared at girls. Make this shark jewelry holder and help […]

Shark Bite Picture Frame

What fun! This picture frame looks like the jaws of a great white shark. Great for kids that love sharks, […]

Shark Mittens

Learn how to make these positively darling shark themed mittens. They are super sweet and double as puppets!

Shark Fin Shirt

We love this adorable shirt that comes complete with its own shark fin! Fun for boys who love sharks, and […]

Shark Boxes

While originally created for Valentine’s Day to collect cards, this is a fun shark craft in general that kids will […]

Shark Jewelry

If you’re a shark fan, you are going to love cutting up a toy shark and turning it into several […]

Fish Eating Shark Toy

This quick and easy game can be made in just minutes using a few supplies and a free printable.

Shark-Bitten Flip-Flop Wreath

This adorable wreath is made from dollar store flip-flops! A great craft project for the kids, especially during Shark Week!

Shark Memory Game

This game has different skill levels, and can be played on the floor or a large table or, for a […]

DIY Shark Socks

We love these socks that look like a shark is eating your foot! Great fun, especially for those shark loving […]

Oven Mitt Shark Puppet

Using a few dollar store supplies, you can create a fun shark puppet to play with for hours! Great project […]

Sharknado Paper Plate Mobile

Use paper plates and a free shark printable to make this mobile for your bedroom or classroom. Great for a […]

Easy Shark Pin

Make a fun homemade shark pin to wear on your shirt or attach to your bag or backpack. A fun […]

Paper Bag Jellyfish

Make a whole jellyfish family using paper bags, paint, and googly eyes. Fun to pair with a study of ocean […]

Boats in the Sea

Fold paper, decorate it, paint the sea, and cut out a sun to make these cute boat scenes!  This tutorial […]

Eel Craft

Turn a piece of pipe insulation into an eel. This easy project is something different than the typical “E is […]

Foam Tropical Wind Sock

Create a cute tropical windsock out of foam to remind your family of fun times at the beach.  Follow the […]

Make a Mason Jar Aquarium

A cute and easy mini jar aquarium that takes minutes to put together and is so fun to display! Make […]

Felt Nemo Brooch

Finding Nemo brooch is a new craft idea! Here I will show detailed steps on making this felt clown fish […]

Pencil Shavings Fish

Empty out your pencil sharpeners, but save those shavings! They work perfectly as scales on this adorable fish.

Underwater Silhouettes

Here’s a fun art project that has a little of everything: some painting, a little experimenting with a new technique, […]

Mermaid Picnic

Throw a fun Mermaid Picnic, featuring a hot dog octopus, “ocean” cup with goldfish, a watermelon seahorse and a mermaid […]

Mr. Shark Alphabet Chomper

Make a letter-chomping shark from a business-sized envelope! The project is fun to make and preschoolers will love ‘feeding’ letters […]

Colorful Ships

Paint the sea with watercolor, the beach with sponge prints and then paint ships in different sizes and then glue […]

Watercolor & chalk jellyfish!

Make this underwater collage using watercolors for the ocean & chalk to draw the jellyfish! A fun art project for […]

Sponge Prints – Sea & Fish

Paint the sea with watercolors and make the beach and the fish with sponge stamps. A fun ocean or aquarium […]

Water Bottle Octopus

Make an adorable octopus using a recycled water bottle! A fun ocean themed craft that’s great for summer and makes […]

Swimming Whale Card

Make an adorable whale card using cardstock, patterned paper, and pennies! When you move the card, the whale swims back […]

Sea Creature Finger Puppets

These adorable felt finger puppets are the perfect afternoon craft for summer days. Follow the instructions to make a whale […]

Seashell Garden Stone

Use the seashells that you collected at the beach to make stepping stones for your garden or yard! A fun […]

Seashell Pencil Holder

Wondering what to do with all of the beautiful seashells your children collect during summer vacation at the beach? Do […]

Contact Paper Jellyfish

Use contact paper and any decorative materials you have on hand (sequins, glitter, confetti, etc.) to make beautiful jellyfish. Fun […]

Jellyfish Art

This project uses pencil, Sharpie and paint to make the beautiful and elegant jellyfish. A perfect project for a group.

Trained Seal Craft

Your kids will love making a seal who can balance a ball in the air. Vinyl tubing is the secret […]

Yarn Octopus

A slightly different spin on the traditional braided yarn octopus.Try this cute project with or for your kids, they will […]

Paper Plate Aquarium

Make this easy Paper Plate Aquarium based on One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish. A fun project for […]

Under the Sea Printables

Here are some Under the Sea printables, including number cards and a W is for Whale tracing sheet. A fun […]