Download Free Coloring Pages:
Printable ship coloring pages Empty clear plastic bottle (washed and dried) Scissors Glue stick Popsicle stick String or thread Tape
Steps: Pro Tip: To replicate sea foam, consider glitzing a little bit. Mike writes it as “pirate magic!” For more on how to teach kids fine motor skills through crafts, visit Miss Kindergarten.
2. DIY Ship Window Frame
Materials Needed:
Printable ship coloring pages Crayons, markers, or colored pencils Sturdy paper plate Transparent plastic sheet Scissors Glue stick or tape String or yarn
Fun Tip:
Put these on your windows on a rainy day and lower the lights. Like we imagined with Lisa and Mike on one lovely afternoon, it seems like you are sailing over a stormy sea. Pro Tip: To give the waves or sails a magical, glistening effect when sunlight strikes the window, outline them with glitter glue. For extra inspiration on water-safe crafting, check out Pinterest.com.
3. Captain’s Log Journal
Materials Needed:
2–3 printable ship coloring pages Crayons, markers, or colored pencils Blank or lined paper sheets Hole punch Ribbon, yarn, or pipe cleaners Stickers, foil stars, and craft decorations Scissors Optional: envelope for secrets, laminator for cover durability
Steps: Genius Hack: Put a small envelope inside the cover and tape it shut to hide maps, secret messages, or fake coins. Lisa codes her messages to her big brother and sends them. Pro Tip: If your kids love carrying it around like mine do, laminate the cover to make it last longer.
4. Paper Plate Ship Theater
Materials Needed:
Printable ship coloring pages (2–3 different styles) Crayons or markers Wooden craft sticks 3 paper plates Scissors Strong tape or glue Optional: stickers, glitter, decorative paper
Steps: Fun Tip: Add sound effects like sea noises, splashing water, or dramatic music. We once played pirate music, and Lisa twirled like a ballerina pirate. Pro Tip: Film the puppet show and play it during family night with popcorn. It becomes a treasured memory for years.
5. Ship-Shaped Wall Garland
Materials Needed:
Printable ship coloring pages (5–7 ships) Crayons or markers String or yarn Hole puncher Scissors Tape or glue Optional: stickers, glitter, tassels
Steps:
Fun Tip: Add glow-in-the-dark paint for a magical nighttime effect. It looks amazing when the lights go out! Pro Tip: Laminate the ships before hanging to make the garland last longer, especially near windows or fans.
6. Message in a Ship Bottle
Materials Needed:
Ship coloring pages Crayons or markers Clear plastic bottle with lid (recycled water bottles work great) Ribbon or yarn Glitter, beads, or sand Paper strips for messages Tweezers (optional)
Steps: Fun Tip: Make several and write different sea adventures in each one. Mike called his collection “Secrets of the Sea.” Pro Tip: Label the bottle with a tag saying “Lost at Sea” or “Found Message.” Adds mystery and fun to the craft.
7. Ocean Map Adventure Mat
Materials Needed:
Printable ship coloring pages Crayons, markers, or colored pencils Large poster board or cardboard Glue or Velcro Decorative items: stickers, glitter, ribbon Clear contact paper (optional)
Steps: Fun Tip: Create a compass rose in the corner and teach your kids directions—N, S, E, W—while they play. Pro Tip: Cover the board with clear contact paper to make it reusable. We use dry-erase markers to change the adventures! Making crafts with your kids is more than just a way to keep them busy. It’s about getting to know each other, learning, laughing, and yes, getting glitter on the table (that happened to us last week!). These 7 unique crafts made with ship coloring pages are great for the weekend, a rainy afternoon, or any time you want to make magic with your family. Just below this article, you can find the ten free ship coloring pages that you can print out. Choose how many to print, color them, and then get creative!
