Summer Photo Craft for Kids – A Beachy Keepsake to Make & Save
This summer photo craft has to be one of the cutest ways to turn a fun day into something you can actually keep. It’s super simple to make and just right for younger kids who love to color. All you need is the printable template, some crayons, and a photo.
It’s bright, beachy, and such a fun summer craft idea, especially for those slow afternoons when you want something creative (and low-mess) to do.
I love how it turns into a sweet little keepsake when it’s finished. Add a beach photo in the middle, and you’ve got a fun memory to save or hang up!
This craft makes a great quiet-time activity, and it’s super screen-free.
A Summer Craft Kids Can Actually Do Themselves
This one’s designed for kids to take the lead. Everything is colorable, with bold outlines that make cutting easier for small hands. The best part? There’s no “right” way to do it. Let them decide where to put the starfish, flip-flops, sunglasses, and glue everything down in their own fun way.
It’s the kind of project that makes them proud when they finish, and it only takes a few basic supplies.
How to Make this Summer Photo Craft
1. Print the template
Start by printing the template. If you’re doing this with a group, print a few extra copies so everyone can color their own.
2. Cut everything out
Start by cutting out the large sun-and-wave piece along with all the smaller decorations. The outlines are bold, which makes cutting easier for little hands.
3. Color all the pieces
Let kids color everything. This part takes the longest and is honestly the most fun. The sun, the flip-flops, the beach ball, even the ocean waves can all be customized with their favorite colors.
4. Add the photo
Trim a photo to fit in the center of the sun. A beach picture is perfect, but any summer photo will do! If you don’t want to use a photo, kids can draw a face or add a doodle instead. Glue a photo right in the center of the sun.
5. Decorate the scene
Now it’s time to add the beachy extras! Let kids decide where to place the starfish, flip-flops, and sunglasses then glue everything down in their own fun way.
What’s in the printable
The free template includes:
- A big summer sun frame with a photo space in the center
- Fun beach accessories: sunglasses, starfish, flip-flops
- Everything in black and white so kids can color it all themselves!
It’s meant to be printed on regular white paper or cardstock. The sun has a blank space in the middle for a photo, or for drawing whatever beach scene you imagine.
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Share or save for later!
I’d love to see how yours turns out! If you make one, tag me on Pinterest or send a photo. These little keepsakes are too cute not to share.
You can find more printable coloring crafts here if you’re in the mood to keep creating. There’s always another fun project waiting.
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Turn it into a keepsake
When you’re done, this summer sun photo craft makes the sweetest little keepsake. Hang it on the fridge, slip it into a memory folder, or gift it to someone special. You could even add the year, their name, or write a little message on the back.
If you’re doing this as part of a summer camp or beach day activity, it’s a fun way to help kids remember the day with something they made themselves.
Enjoy the sunshine and happy crafting!