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Handmade goldfish scooping ideas: How to make goldfish and scoops (poi)

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Deputy Editor of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. During my student years at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, I studied a wide range of fields including sound, lighting, and video technology, building a foundation in comprehensive stage production and creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, consistently building experience in production and engaging in a variety of music-centered tasks. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting and what I feel and discover through daily interactions with my kids. I hope my work can be of help to you, even in a small way!

Goldfish scooping is a classic feature of summer festivals.

Haven’t you tried it at least once?

In this article, we’ll introduce DIY ideas for goldfish scooping.

Since you can make them with construction paper, origami, or recycled materials, it’s perfect for indoor fun, and even children who can’t scoop real goldfish can play.

They’re also great for pretend festivals at daycare or kindergarten.

Some goldfish can even float on water, so you can enjoy them in your bathtub at home.

If you want an easy way to enjoy goldfish scooping, give these a try!

Handmade goldfish scooping ideas: How to make goldfish and poi (21–30)

Goldfish made of transparent origami & a scooper (poi) made with a lid

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Goldfish made of transparent origami & a scooper (poi) made with a lid

Perfect for summer indoor activities! Here are ideas for making goldfish with transparent origami and a scooper (poi) using cup lids.

In the hot summer months, we tend to spend fewer days playing outside and more time indoors.

This goldfish scooping activity is perfect for those times.

You’ll need transparent origami paper, scissors, cotton, a clear cup with a lid, construction paper, double-sided tape, and a permanent marker.

Place some cotton in a quarter-sized piece of transparent origami, twist it closed, and your goldfish is done! For the scooper, attach the clear cup lid to a piece of construction paper to make it.

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In conclusion

How did you like the goldfish scooping craft ideas? Each one is easy to make, so I think not only adults but also children can enjoy them as a craft project. The materials are basically recycled items, so you can make them with things you have at home. Be sure to try making them and have fun playing!