Summer Egg Carton Crafts for Kids

Are you looking for a fun and easy craft idea for your kids? Check out these amazing Summer Egg Carton Crafts to make today. From an underwater wonderland to racing boats, there are plenty of fun ways to spend a summer afternoon.

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Arts and crafts are such a fun way for kids to learn how to develop problem-solving, patience, and creativity.

If you have more egg cartons than you know what to do with then check out these Egg Carton Insect Craft Ideas. They are perfect for Springtime when all the bugs are starting to come out again.

Otherwise, there are a whole lot of Sea Creature Crafts that will delight your kids. It includes free printable templates for you to download and enjoy today.
Related: 25 Recycled Egg Carton Crafts for Kids – The Spruce Crafts

1. Egg Carton Floating Whale – Barley & Birch

This whale craft actually floats! Can you believe it? I can only imagine how much fun my kids would have creating their own whales and then taking them for a swim too.

2. Egg Carton Goldfish – The Craft Train

I LOVE this goldfish. It brings back memories of when I had a pet goldfish as a child. Except this version is so much cuter.

3. Egg Carton Flower Bouquet – Mombrite

These egg carton flowers would make a fantastic card for mothers day or valentines day. But I have to admit, that when I saw them I could just envision my kids actually trying to plant them in the garden.

Sure they wouldn’t make it past the first bit of rain, but it sure would be a great way to spend a day outside and have a colorful garden at the end of it.

4. Egg Carton Turtle – Emma Owl

These adorable turtles come with a free template that you can use to make the fins. Get your copy of the Egg Carton Turtle Templates at Emma Owl.

5. Egg Carton Ocean Craft – The Imagination Tree

Why not turn the entire egg carton into a small ocean? I love how there are shells, fish, and seaweed to discover when you open up this beautiful kids craft idea.

6. Egg Carton Boats – Life At The Zoo

I love these boats. If you use the hack from the Floating Whale craft then you can even make them float for real. Can you imagine having real boat races with these wonderful creations? I can’t think of a better way to spend a summer afternoon.

7. Egg Carton Ice Cream Cones – In The Playroom

Is there anything that say “summer” to you more than ice-cream? There’s nothing better than a cold, sweet treat on a hot day.

If your kids love this ice cream craft, then be sure to check out my No-Prep Ice-Cream Store. I couldn’t believe how many weeks my kids played with it. You read that right. WEEKS! It was amazing.

8. Egg Carton Sunflowers – Buggy and Buddy

These colorful sunflowers are sure to brighten up your day. Using supplies you probably already have at home you can create these cheerful flowers.

9. Egg Carton Jellyfish – The Art Kit Blog

These cute jellyfish are beautiful and so easy to make. Hang a few up around your kids room and turn it into an underwater adventure.

10. Egg Carton Sea Life – Fantastic Fun and Learning

I love how Fantastic Fun and Learning created not just animals with egg cartons, but a coal reef too. With these great ideas, you can create your own underwater wonderland with your kids.

Are you going to try some of these Summer Egg Carton Crafts with your kids? Don’t forget to pin the idea for later.