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Plastic Lid Sailboats

Plastic Lid Sailboats

Turn empty plastic lids into a fun activity perfect for those hot summer days. So simple and fun, your kids […]

Sea Creature Hot Dogs

Sea Creature Hot Dogs

Turn one hot dog into two crabs and two octopi! Your kids will love these little guys and lunchtime will […]

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 […]

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 […]

Shark Paper Tube Craft

Shark Paper Tube Craft

Celebrate Shark Week with this cute paper tube shark craft. It’s a fun craft to accompany a study of ocean […]

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 […]

Rainbow Jellyfish

Rainbow Jellyfish

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

Mixed Media Turtle

Mixed Media Turtle

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

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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 […]

Apricot Clownfish

Apricot Clownfish

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

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!

Paper Plate Boat

This paper plate boat is a fun summer craft for kids. It’s easy to transform into a pirate ship, a […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

Paper Whale

This adorable blue whale is easy, inexpensive, and quick to make. The instructions are in Bulgarian, but there is a […]

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.

Goldfish Bowl Cake Pops

Goldfish Bowl Cake Pops

Looking for a fun treat for your next fish or under-the-sea-themed party? These adorable goldfish bowl cake pops will steal […]

Shark Costume

Shark Costume

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

Rainbow Fish

Rainbow Fish

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

Sea in a Bottle

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

Ocean in a Bottle

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

Octopus Puppet

Octopus Puppet

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

Boats in the Sea

Boats in the Sea

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

Underwater Silhouettes

Underwater Silhouettes

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

Colorful Ships

Colorful Ships

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

Fish & Chalk Painted Jellyfish

Fish & Chalk Painted Jellyfish

Make this fun & easy collage by drawing lines with white crayon on a piece of white paper. Paint it […]

Water Bottle Octopus

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

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

Sea Creature Finger Puppets

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

Contact Paper Jellyfish

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

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

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

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

Paper Plate Aquarium

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

Jellyfish Costume

Jellyfish Costume

This homemade jellyfish costume is as easy to make as it is adorable. Add glow sticks to the costume at […]

Under the Sea Printables

Under the Sea Printables

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

Soda Bottle Fish

Soda Bottle Fish

Create an adorable fish from an empty 2-liter bottle! An adult will need to do the cutting, but even the […]

Sea Creature Fan Book

Sea Creature Fan Book

Draw pictures of all of your favorite sea creatures, then make a book out of them! Easy for all ages […]

Mini Sand Cake Sea Creatures

Mini Sand Cake Sea Creatures

Using cake pop filling and sand molds create these adorable mini sand sea creatures. Fit perfectly into a summertime beach […]

Ocean Sensory Bag

Ocean Sensory Bag

Create a squishy bag full of friendly creatures for your toddlers to play with. Hair gel turns into a bright […]

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