Friday, September 19, 2014

Crankin' Out Crafts On The Road -ep386 Beach-Inspired Art with Local Artist Glo (Birdhouse)

We are at Duke's in Waikiki Crafting with Local Artist Glo!  She shows us some creative ways to embellish birdhouses using her beach treasures. 

Decorated a wooden birdhouse with beach-found objects!


Supplies:
E6000
Popsicle stick
foam brush 
mod podge
birdhouse
drift wood
seashells

Mahalo to Glo and Duke's Waikiki for being a part of our videos this week. Glo's artwork can be purchased her My Locker at HouseMart BFC Pearl City.

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Crankin' Out Crafts On The Road -ep385 Beach-Inspired Art with Local Artist Glo (Letter)

Local Artist Glo is at Duke's in Waikiki sharing with us some tips and techniques for crafting with beach found objects. Check out her beautiful Beach inspired art! Her art pieces can be purchased at the Pearl City Location in the "My Lockers" section.

Beach-Inspired Art - Letter decorated with sand, shells, beach glass and more


Supplies:
E6000
Popsicle stick 
wood
mod podge
foam brush
sand, beach glass, drift wood

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

WeR Pillow Box Punch Board - Cute way to show off your special treats or gifts

Learn how to create your very own pillow boxes using our WeR Pillow Box Punch Board.


Basic Supplies:
WeR Pillow Box Punch Board
Paper Trimmer
Card Stock of your choice (12x12)
double sided tape
Round paper punch 1 1/2" or 2" (optional)


Step 1: Trim paper to 6x6 (or your desired measurement) with the paper trimmer. Use WeR Pillow Box Punch Board and follow the manufacturer instructions to punch out your pillow box.



Step 2: If you want a see through window punch a circle (or any shape) on the outside of the pillow box towards the middle (Not the flap side where you'll fold down).  Cut a clear plastic sheet and use the double sided tape on the inside of the box to make the clear window.


Step 3: Fold your pillow box together and put double sided tape on the flap to tape the box together.  Decorate your pillow box by adding rhinestones or ribbon to add that extra special touch.


Thanks for stopping by!
~Julie @ Enchanted Lakes


Monday, September 15, 2014

Crankin' Out Crafts On The Road-ep384 Beach-Inspired Art - Watercolor Postcards (Starfish)

This week Crankin' Out Crafts is on the Road at Duke's in Waikiki. Watch as JFlo shows some simple watercolor techniques on Postcards. These watercolor postcards make great gifts or souvenirs to remember your special trip.

Starfish Watercolor Postcard by JFlo


Supplies:
micron pen
watercolors
salt 
paint brushes
watercolor postcards (paper pad) or watercolor paper

Stay tuned for the upcoming episodes this week! We will be featuring a special guest local crafter and her beach-inspired creations.

Friday, September 12, 2014

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 383 - "Some People are Worth Melting For" Clear Ornament (Vinyl Stickers)

"Some people are worth melting for" vinyl is perfect for this silly ornament. JFlo will show you how easy it to make this ornament that is sure to be a hit at any ornament exchange!

Add a vinyl sticker to a clear ornament!

Supplies:
Ornament
vinyl
snowflakes
2 tiny pompoms
1 tiny carrot now cut from paper or fun foam
two 1" pieces of brown pipecleaner
ribbon to embellish

*For cleaning surface before applying vinyl sticker:
paper towel
rubbing alcohol

Thursday, September 11, 2014

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 382 - Frosted Lit-up Frame (Vinyl Stickers)

Create a unique frame in no time. Great for the Holiday season!

Frosted Lit-up Frame with Vinyl Stickers


Supplies:
12x12 shadowbox frame
vinyl
firefly battery operated lights
12x12 mirror paper 
tape

*For cleaning surface before applying vinyl sticker:
paper towel
rubbing alcohol

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 381 - "Do You Want to Build a Snowman" Kit (Vinyl Stickers)

Do you want to Build a Snowman? Check out this cute clear pail container great for a party favor. JFlo makes a fun "Snowman Kit".

"Do You Want to Build a Snowman" Kit


Supplies:
Clear Pail 
Vinyl
snow lakes
2 styrofoam balls
2 brown pipecleaners
1 bumpy orange pipecleaner
Ribbon to embellish

*For cleaning surface before applying vinyl sticker:
paper towel
rubbing alcohol

Monday, September 8, 2014

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 380 - Frozen-themed Vase (Vinyl Stickers)

Watch as JFlo transforms this simple vase into a frosty winter decoration great for the Holiday season.

Add a vinyl snowflake sticker to a glass vase for a holiday centerpiece!


Supplies:
Vase
Vinyl sticker
Powdered Snow
Crystal Gems
Battery-operated tealight

*For cleaning surface before applying vinyl sticker:
paper towel
rubbing alcohol

*Don't forget to scroll down and read today's previous post from Enchanted Lake about our Paper Arts Department tours every Saturday in September!

Paper Palooza - Event on Every Saturday in September. September 6, 13, 20 & 27, 10am and 2pm at ALL STORES

Join our Paper Palooza Tour and see all the exciting changes and additions we've made in our Paper Arts Department!

Here's a sneak peek of our Paper Arts Department at Enchanted Lakes:
We look forward to seeing you at our Paper Palooza Tour
See you soon.






Don't forget to check out our Paper Arts Department at ALL our stores!

Thanks for stopping by!
-Julie @ Enchanted Lakes

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 379 - Fall Garland

Watch Beth as she teaches you how to create a festive leaf garland for the Fall Season! 

Create a leaf garland for Fall!

Catch our latest episode here on our YouTube Channel: Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 379 - Fall Garland

Supplies:
12x12 cardstock (printed or plain; We used paper by Bo Bunny)
Pencil 
Scissors
Paper Cutter
Scoreboard (Martha Stewart Crafts)
Clothespins or Binder Clips
Jute
Glue (We used Quick-Dry Tacky Glue, but you can also use 3in1, etc…)

Note: The Leaf pattern used is available for download on our website here: http://035874f.netsolhost.com/projectsheets/2014/09/03/crankin-out-crafts-fall-leaf-pattern-for-fall-garland/