![Abstract Acrylic Canvas Painting](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/crafts/4-in-1-national-crayon-day-crafts/_square/Abstract-Acrylic-Canvas-Painting-Lead-image.jpg)
Supplies:
- Crayola Construction Paper
- Crayola School Glue
- Crayola Paint Brush
- Crayola Scissors
- Crayola Washable Paint
- Crayola Markers
- Pipe Cleaners
- Pencil
- Wiggle Eyes
- Paper Bowl
- Tape
CIY Staff Tips:
Steps:
1
![Step 1](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/Upcycled-Paper-Bowl-Octopus_1.jpg)
Sketch Octopus’ front and back sides of arms on Crayola Construction Paper.
2
![Step 2](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/Upcycled-Paper-Bowl-Octopus_2.jpg)
Paint the paper bowl with Crayola Paint. Let dry 1-2 hours.
3
![Step 3](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/Upcycled-Paper-Bowl-Octopus_3.jpg)
With Crayola Paint, stamp the top of a marker cap on the back side of the octopus’ arms to create its suction cups. Let dry 1-2 hours.
4
![Step 4](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/Upcycled-Paper-Bowl-Octopus_4.jpg)
Tape a pipe cleaner to the Octopus’ arm.
5
![Step 5](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/Upcycled-Paper-Bowl-Octopus_5.jpg)
Glue the front and back side of arm together with the pipe cleaner in the middle. Glue the arms to the octopus.
6
![Step 6](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/Upcycled-Paper-Bowl-Octopus_6.jpg)
Glue wiggle eyes to top of the paper bowl. Let all glue steps dry 1-2 hours.
7
![Step 7](https://static.crayola.ca/uploads/Upcycled-Paper-Bowl-Octopus_7.jpg)
Draw smile on octopus with a Crayola Marker.
Occasion:
Oceans,
Rainy Day Crafts,
Upcycle Craft Ideas,
Summer
Age:
4+,
6+,
8+