6. Gumball Machine Aquarium

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DIY Aquarium Ideas - Gumball Machine Aquarium - Cool and Easy Decorations for Tank Aquariums, Mason Jar, Wall and Stand Projects for Fish - Creative Background Ideas - Fun Tutorials for Kids to Make With Plants and Decor - Best Home Decor and Crafts by DIY JOY

Well it turns out gumball machines make for the coolest fish tanks. Dust off that old candy dispenser and create this retro funky gumball fish tank! And I tell you, it is absolutely awesome! I love the look. It might be a cool idea to use various marbles/multicolor balls as gravel, then that would also look like gumballs.

7. Fish Tank Elevator

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DIY Aquarium Ideas - Fish Tank Elevator - Cool and Easy Decorations for Tank Aquariums, Mason Jar, Wall and Stand Projects for Fish - Creative Background Ideas - Fun Tutorials for Kids to Make With Plants and Decor - Best Home Decor and Crafts by DIY JOY

Wow, this is something so uniquely done! All you have to do is use a gal jar and a type of stand place the jar in the water on its side, let it fill with water then tip it up slowly bottom up, and place the jar mouth into the stand, making sure to keep the mouth under water. The fish can swim up into the jar as they wish.

8. TV Aquarium

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Do you have an old analog TV? So why not take it out of storage, dust it off and make it into something useful and in high definition? Check out this how to article from Apartment Therapy that shows you how to turn that old TV sitting in your basement into an awesome custom fish tank!

9. Fish Jar Aquarium

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Oh wow, every little kid is sure to love this Fish Jar Aquarium. This DIY Mini Fish Aquarium is a easy little craft that children can make and love and the fish never needs feeding. They will love taking care of their fish without the fuss! Check out the complete DIY project tutorial from My Turn For Us.

10. Hanging Macrame Fish Bowl

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Do you have confidence in your knotting skills? I’ve only ever seen a fishbowl on a countertop or desk, but hanging near the window? Hang a fish bowl from the ceiling with this awesome macramé hanger! Give your fish a stylish home and save table space! Details at Love Grows Wild.

Diane | Content Creator at DIY JOY

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Diane

Hi! Thanks for joing me as I share my favorite creative ideas and DIY projects with all of you. Whether it’s transforming a thrift store find or crafting something entirely from scratch, I believe that everyone can create a home they love—one DIY project at a time. Known for my love of Christmas, I delight in crafting personalized gifts and making homemade candy during the holidays. Aside from that, my favorite DIYs are paper crafts and painting projects.

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