Looking for a simple fish craft to make with your children this summer?

You are in luck!

The bend in the paper allows the fish to stand up giving them an awesome 2-dimensional look.

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Get ready for some fun because this paper fish craft is sure to be a big hit!

Her original design was created with a paper napkin while sitting at the dining table.

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Cut cardstock paper into strips and create a triangle

Cut your colored cardstock paper in half length-wise.

Cut a triangle shape out of the end of one of the pieces and set the paper scrap aside.

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Cut a triangle shape out of the bent side of the paper.

Youll end up with a diamond shape.

Cut the diamond in half to get two separate triangles.

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Turn the larger triangle over and draw lines on the back too.

Assemble the fish body with staples

Bend the large rectangle piece in half again.

Sprinkle the tacky glue with sequins.

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Turn the paper fish craft over and add more tacky glue and sequins to the other side.

Allow the glue to dry.

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