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Top 11 Beach Related Craft Projects

By Sherri Osborn, About.com Guide

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Are you going on vacation to the beach or simply wish you were? The thought of a beach makes one think of sand squishing between your toes, ocean waves crashing on the beach, and colorful fish darting about. Whether your trip to the beach is real or imaginary, you might want to pick up supplies for one or more of these related craft projects to add a little creativity to your travels.

1. Make a Personalized Beach Towel

Find out how to create this colorful beach towel design using Simply Spray fabric dye.

2. Beach Treasure Wreath

Make a special wreath with all the treasures you find on vacation at the beach!

3. Jellyfish Mobile

Find out how you can make a fun jellyfish using a styrofoam cup.

4. Sea Shell Butterfly Magnet

Create a unique butterfly using sea shells.

5. Sand Casting

Try your hand at sand casting with these simple instruction.

6. Colored Sand

Find out how easy it is to make your own colored sand.

7. Lighthouse Beaded Safety Pin

Use this free pattern to make beaded safety pin jewelry.

8. CD ROM Fish Craft

Instructions to make a cute, hanging fish out of old Cds.

9. Sailboat Snack Recipe

A tasty snack made from celery, peanut butter, and a fruit roll snack.

10. Paper Bag Octopus

Make this large octopus by using a paper grocery bag.

11. Mayflower Ship Craft

Create a boat using a styrofoam meat tray and a few other materials.

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