National Beach Day on August 30th is the perfect opportunity to get creative with your kids and bring a little bit of beach magic into your home or classroom. Whether you're planning a day by the shore or enjoying beachy vibes from afar, we've got some fantastic craft ideas that will make your day extra special. Using Kwik Stix, Magic Stix, and Wonder Stix, you can create vibrant, mess-free projects that capture the essence of the beach. Let's dive into some fun and easy crafts!
Kwik Stix are solid tempera paint sticks that are perfect for kids who love to create without the mess. They glide on smoothly, dry in just 90 seconds, and don’t require any water, brushes, or clean-up. Kwik Stix are ideal for a variety of surfaces like paper, wood, and even seashells, making them a versatile tool for all your crafting needs.
Magic Stix are vibrant, washable markers that are designed to never dry out—even if the cap is left off for up to 7 days! These markers are perfect for coloring, drawing, and creating detailed designs. The bold colors and long-lasting ink make Magic Stix a go-to choice for any project that requires precision and durability.
Wonder Stix are the ultimate tool for drawing on almost any surface. They work on chalkboards, whiteboards, windows, paper, wood, and more! What’s more, they’re washable and easily wipe off non-porous surfaces with a damp cloth, making them perfect for reusable crafts and dynamic art projects. With Wonder Stix, you can create and recreate your favorite designs over and over again.
Now that you’re familiar with these fantastic products, let’s get started on some beach-inspired crafts that will bring the ocean to life right in your home!
Paper Plate Crab
Materials Needed: paper plate, construction paper, glue, scissors, Kwik Stix, Magic Stix, and googly eyes
- Cut the paper plate in half
- Paint with Kwik Stix
- Cut construction paper into crab legs and hands
- Glue onto paper plate
- Glue small googly eyes onto the crab
Check out this crab on Instagram @ot_room
Sand Castle Art
Materials Needed: paper, Wonder Stix, and markers
- Use Wonder Stix to draw a sandcastle
- Color the remaining white space with a variety of colors
- Outline the sand castle with a black marker
- Display for National Beach Day!
Check out this craft on Instagram @2art.chambers
Shell Painting
Materials Needed: seashells, Kwik Stix, and marker
- Paint the seashells with Kwik Stix
- Use a variety of colors to make each shell pop
- Add finer details with a marker or write motivational messages
Check out this craft on Instagram @heartmadewithmom
Surfboards
Materials Needed: cardboard, scissors and Kwik Stix
- Cut cardboard into surfboard shapes
- Paint each surfboard with Kwik Stix
- Add details with Kwik Stix or dot markers
- Display for National Beach Day!
Check out this craft on Instagram @playingcreatingeducating
Seashell Sand Castle
Materials Needed: cardboard, glue, sand, seashells, Kwik Stix, and twine
- Use Kwik Stix to paint a piece of cardboard
- Use colors like blue, yellow, and white to represent the beach
- Glue twine onto the cardboard to outline the sand castle
- Spread glue onto the cardboard inside the twine
- Pour sand onto the glue and shake off the excess sand
- Glue shells on and around the sandcastle for a true beach theme!
Check out this craft on Instagram @playbakecreate
DIY Beach Box
Materials Needed: cardboard box, paper, Kwik Stix, scissors, glue, and shells
- Open a cardboard box and lay flat
- Cut paper into strips
- Paint the paper strips to look like waves and the shore line
- Layer each paper strip and glue onto the cardboard box
- Add shells and objects to resemble a beach
- Close the box and open on National Beach Day!
Check out this craft on Instagram @bubba.and.mama
Sensory Beach and Crab Activity
Materials Needed: box, sand, rice, stones, shells, paper toilet roll, cardboard, scissors, Kwik Stix, and glue
- Start by painting a toilet paper roll with Kwik Stix
- Cut cardboard into thin strips
- Paint with Kwik Stix
- Fold the strips like an accordion
- Cut cardboard into crab claws
- Paint with Kwik Stix
- Glue the legs and claws onto the crab
- Fill a wooden tray or box with rice, sand, and gems
- Organize the contents in the box so you can clearly see where the water is and the shore line
- Place seashells into the box
- Place crabs into the box and play!
Check out this craft on Instagram @keepme_busy
Crab Hand Printing
Materials Needed: paper, scissors, Kwik Stix, and cheerios
- Paint the palm of your hand with Kwik Stix
- Stamp your hand onto a piece of paper
- Paint the other hand with Kwik Stix and stamp facing the other way
- Cut out the hand prints
- Draw a face onto the crab figure
- Cut out shell shapes using the paper
- Glue cheerios onto the shell shapes for added texture
- Glue the crabs and the shells onto a beach themed background!
Check out this craft on Instagram @messyhands_lessonplans
Jelly Fish Crafts
Materials Needed: paper, paint, and metallic Kwik Stix
*For this craft you may use Kwik Stix Paint entirely or just for added detail*
- Paint jelly fish in a variety of colors onto paper
- Add details and mix colors to make the jellyfish more dimensional
- Add a bit of shine using Metallic Kwik Stix
Check out this craft on Instagram @mrsgreenartartbaby
Shark Box
Materials Needed: cardboard box, Kwik Stix, Scissors, and pipe cleaners
- Flip a cardboard box upside down
- Use Kwik Stix to paint a shark onto the box
- Be sure to paint the ocean around the shark
- Cut a hole in the box for the sharks mouth
- Cut pipe cleaners into small pieces and twist into fish shape
- Feed the shark with the pipe cleaner fish!
Check out this craft on Instagram @mommassori123