Ocean Bubbles Centerpiece

2 min read September 13, 2026 Laura Russell
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Make the cutest mermaid party centerpiece that looks just like bubbles in the ocean! Clear balloons mimic ocean bubbles and the blue box they're in looks like ocean. You won't believe how simple this fun decoration is to make! It's perfect to use for a Mermaid First Birthday Party with a stunning Mermaid Dessert Bar and Mini Ocean Bottles party favors.

Project Time
30 to 40 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Mix turquoise paint and white paint together in a paper cup. Stir together well until mixed.


Ocean Bubbles Centerpiece step 1
Step
2

Use a foam brush to paint a coat of paint across the entire box, including the inside. Let the paint dry completely, then repeat to add a second coat.


Ocean Bubbles Centerpiece step 2
Step
3

Measure the inside of your box. Use a knife to cut the foam block into a piece or two so that it fills well inside the blue box and covers the entire inside base.


Ocean Bubbles Centerpiece step 3
Step
4

Blow up some clear balloons in a variety of different smaller sizes. Place a balloon into the end of a clear balloons stick. Trim the stick with scissors so the balloon isn't too high. You want to be able to see the balloons but not see the foam underneath.


Ocean Bubbles Centerpiece step 4
Step
5

Place the balloon stick into the foam. Keep adding more and more balloons on sticks until the centerpiece is nice and full and you can't see the foam or inside of the box.

You can also use a glue gun to glue the last few balloons onto the other ones to hide any sticks or holes in the balloons.


Ocean Bubbles Centerpiece step 5
Step
6

Place the finished bubbles centerpiece in the middle of the party table for all your little mermaids to enjoy!

 

Ocean Bubbles Centerpiece step 6

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