First assemble the base of your octopus by gluing your popsicle sticks together to look like a fence {7 next to each and two across}

Set aside to let it dry completely.

Next {if you like} have children paint the front of their popsicle stick shape any color they desire!

To finish off the Popsicle Stick Octopus craft, cut several strips of long curling ribbon.

Glue those to the back of the popsicle stick design, so they flow down nicely and look like tentacles.

Then glue down the two wiggle eyes and either decorate with glitter, rhinestones or even more craft paint before displaying proudly!!!