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Materials

  • 1 large coffee filter (size 8–12 cup)
  • Washable markers in bright colors
  • Spray bottle filled with water
  • Assorted ribbons, yarn, or strips of fabric (about 12–15 inches long each)
  • Bubble wrap or lace for texture (optional)
  • Glue or tape
  • Scissors
  • String or fishing line for hanging
  • 1 bead (optional, for the top center)

Instructions

  • Flatten a coffee filter and decorate it using markers. Blend blues, purples, and oranges for a sea-inspired tie-dye look. Lightly mist with water so the colors bleed into one another, then let it dry completely.
  • Once dry, pinch the center of the coffee filter to form a soft dome shape, this becomes the jellyfish’s bell.
  • Cut several ribbons or fabric strips to serve as tentacles. Mix textures such as shiny ribbon, lace, and even bubble wrap for a fun, wavy effect.
  • Glue or tape the ribbons to the underside of the coffee filter. Then add a bead at the top if you like for extra flair.
  • Thread a string through the top and tie it securely so your jellyfish can swim in the air.