Incredible design, one of a stunning collection.
It is not difficult to make the top shell.
Quick, easy and fun project.

One can purchase issue 117 of Simply Crochet, supplement with the directions for all the animals, from pocketmags for a nominal cost. One can see all the back issues and supplements there, many whose contents are on ravelry.

Going non-traditional colors to go with Beach Blues and Beach Blues Turtle.

Special stitch
fltr3d: Work a triple crochet in the front loop 3 rounds below, skip next st on current row.