Summer Fun DIY Paper Plate Jellyfish Art Project
Are you looking for a fun and easy summer craft project that your kids will love? Look no further than this DIY paper plate jellyfish craft tutorial! With just a few simple materials and steps, you can create a colorful and whimsical under-the-sea-themed decoration that is perfect for preschool-aged children. Whether you’re looking for a recycled paper plate jellyfish craft or a kid-friendly art project, this guide has got you covered. So, let’s dive in and learn how to make this fun paper plate jellyfish craft together!
Here are some fun facts about jellyfish that you can share with kids:
Jellyfish are not fish: They are invertebrates, which means they don’t have a backbone.
Jellyfish have been around for a long time: Jellyfish are some of the oldest creatures on Earth, with a fossil record dating back over 500 million years.
Jellyfish are made mostly of water: Up to 95% of a jellyfish’s body is made up of water so I think water-fish would’ve been a more suitable name.
Jellyfish don’t have brains: They do have a simple nervous system that allows them to sense their surroundings and respond to stimuli.
Jellyfish can clone themselves: Some species of jellyfish can clone themselves by replicating their cells. This allows them to reproduce rapidly and colonize new areas.
Some jellyfish are bioluminescent: Certain species of jellyfish can emit light from their bodies, creating a stunning display of colors in the water.
Jellyfish stings can be painful: While not all jellyfish are dangerous to humans, some species can deliver a painful sting that can cause skin irritation, muscle cramps, and other symptoms.
Jellyfish eat in a unique way: Jellyfish don’t have mouths, but they do have tentacles that they use to catch prey. Once the prey is captured, the jellyfish’s tentacles transport it to its mouth, which is located underneath its body.
Jellyfish are an important part of the ocean ecosystem: Despite their reputation as nuisance creatures, jellyfish play an important role in the ocean ecosystem by providing food for other marine animals and helping to regulate the population of certain species.
DIY Paper Plate Jellyfish Instructions:
List of tools and materials:
- Paper Plate.
- Acrylic Paint.
- Paintbrush.
- Colorful Craft Papers.
- Pencil.
- Scissors.
- Glue.
Paper Plate Jellyfish Step by Step
Step 1: Prepare The Paper Plate
To make your paper plate jellyfish craft you will need to select a paper plate.
Then use scissors to cut your paper plate in half.
Step 2: Start Coloring The Paper Plate
So for the base color, I will use a light baby pink shade.
Take a large paintbrush and start coloring the paper plate.
Step 3: Finish The First Coat Of Paint
Cover the entire base using the pink color, you don’t need to make the paint even, leave some smudges for details.
Let the paint dry down.
Step 4: Apply The Second Coat Of Paint
Use a slightly different pink shade to fill out the smears.
Add a little yellow, white, or red color with the previous color if you don’t have a different pink.
Leave the paint to dry and move on to the next step.
Step 5: Make The Tentacles
Take two different pink shades of craft paper.
Use wavey pattern scissors to cut out 6 strips of paper (3 from each color).
Step 6: Glue The Tentacles
Glue the jellyfish tentacles on the bottom of the paper plate.
Step 7: Draw The Paper Eyes:
Take white cardstock paper or craft paper. Use a compass or scale to draw two circles and carefully cut them out.
Use a marker pen and pencil to draw the jellyfish’s eyes.
Then, glue the eyes on the top part of the paper plate.
Step 8: Complete The Paper Plate Jellyfish Craft:
Use a marker pen to draw the smiley on the paper plate jellyfish.
Paper plate crafts are fun for several reasons:
Easy-to-find materials: Paper plates are easily accessible and affordable, making them a convenient material for crafting.
Versatile: Paper plates can be cut, folded, and painted in various ways, allowing for endless possibilities in terms of creativity and design.
Suitable for all ages: Paper plate crafts are suitable for all ages, from young children to adults. They can be adapted to different skill levels, making them a great activity for families or classrooms.
Encourages imagination and creativity: Paper plate crafts encourage imagination and creativity by allowing individuals to think outside the box and come up with unique designs and ideas.
Recycling: Paper plate crafts can be a fun activity to teach kids about the importance of recycling and saving the planet.
Would you like to make another fun paper plate craft for summer? Check out this Paper Plate Crab and Turtle craft with Free templates and step-by-step instructions.
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World Ocean Day is celebrated annually on June 8th. So if you are celebrating with your kids or your pupils you can make this fun jellyfish paper plate craft as an ocean day craft.
