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31 Easy Pirate Ideas

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Ahoy ye landlubbers! It be that time of year when we talk like scallywags and fight with swords! September 19th be “Talk Like A Pirate” day, and we have all the best, easy pirate ideas to celebrate right here! Read on, if ye dare…

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Ahoy ye landlubbers! It be that time of year when we talk like scallywags and fight with swords! September 19th be "Talk Like A Pirate" day, and we have all the best, easy pirate ideas to celebrate right here! Read on, if ye dare...

Costumes:

First things first, if ye want to be a pirate, ye have to dress like a pirate, YAAAAR! 

No-sew Captain Hook- No-sew? That means easy-peasy! If you’re anything like me (frazzled, tired, overwhelmed, but happy…), then this costume from Inspired By Family Mag is for you!

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Last Minute Kids’ Pirate Costume- I like the simplicity of this one by Apple Green Cottage. It’s easy to make, yet still screams “AVAST!”

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Pirate Lady’s Costume- Love this costume from Sarah Forshaw! It’s perfect for all us adults out there, just totally adulting the pirate thang.

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Pirate Bandanna Skirt- For anyone with little pirate granddaughters, you will love this bandanna skirt by Alpha Mom! (I wonder how I can make it in my size?…)

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Cardboard Swords- A pirate costume isn’t complete without a sword! Check this one out from Parents.

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Food

Ye be needin’ pirate food in yer belly before ye leave on your adventure!

Marshmallow pops- What child- ahem, pirate- doesn’t love marshmallows? Love these pops from Hostess With the Mostess!

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Hotdog Octopus- Shiver me timbers! A hotdog kraken! Here’s Work It Mom with instructions.

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Spyglass Crispy Cones- I adore these cones from Party City! They’re almost too pretty to eat! Almost…

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Jell-O Fish Bowls- If Jell-O had been around when pirates ruled the seas, I’m sure they would’ve eaten it all the time. Check out this pirate take on Jell-O from Theresa’s Mixed Nuts!

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Gold Doubloon Oreos- These doubloons from Purple Chocolate Home make my mouth water. If I ever found a real gold doubloon, I would probably just use it to buy Oreos anyway.

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Pirate Treasure Chest Swiss Roll– How cute are these edible treasure chests from Fun Food Ideas?! And who doesn’t love Swiss Rolls?

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Pirate Ship Apple Snacks- If you’re looking for a fun, healthy snack to try, head over to Eclectic Mom Sense for instructions on assembling these cute ships!

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Treasure Hunt

And what be a pirate without a pirate’s treasure?

Printable Treasure Map- Here’s a great map from Lil Luna!

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DIY Treasure Map- If you’re feeling adventurous, here’s instructions from While They Snooze on how to make your own!

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DIY Treasure Chest- Love this idea for a treasure chest from Reese Dixon! They completely transformed this cooler. It’s super easy, and looks amazing!

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Treasure Chest for Toddlers- This one from I Can Teach My Child is so cute for little pirates!

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Pirate Doubloons Treasure Hunt- I love this unique take on treasure hunts from The Imagination Tree!

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Crafts & Activities

These crafts be the perfect thing for yer little pirates!

Sea-view Telescope- If you ever need a quick beach escape, you can always borrow this spyglass from your little one! Go to One Time Through for instructions on how to make this sea-view telescope.

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Paper Bag Pirate- Put on a puppet show with these cute paper bag pirates from I Heart Crafty Things!

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Toilet Paper Roll Pirate- If you use as much toilet paper as I do, then you should have plenty of toilet paper rolls for this cute craft from Pink Stripey Socks!

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Sunken Treasure Discovery Bottle- These bottles from Fun A Day would be perfect for your littler pirates!

Perfect Parakeets- What’s a pirate without a talking parrot? Make one of these cute little guys from Pop Goes the Page.

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Exploding Treasure Chests- These treasure chests from Fun A Day look so entertaining, I might have to try them out for myself!

Pirate Songs- Time to put on a pirate musical with these songs from Let’s Play Music!

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Walk the Plank- I love the way My House and Home set up their walk the plank game over a kiddy pool!

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Captain Hook Ring Toss- Test your aim with this fun game from Miss Meg’s Story Time.

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Homemade Gems- Make your own colorful treasure with this easy recipe from Kids Play Box!

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Books

Aaarrr, what need ye books for? Pirates don’t read!

Pirates Love Underpants– The title alone should be enough to convince you that your little pirates will love this one!

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Goodnight Pirate– After a long pirate adventure, this book will be just the thing to settle your little ones down for the night.

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Pirate Pete– Ok, not gonna lie. Sometimes, reading children’s books can be a little… slow. Not this one though! You and your grandchild will both love this story and probably read on repeat.

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Shiver Me Letters: A Pirate ABC– Both piratey and educational.

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