Snow Much Fun - Event on Saturday, July 12 from 10am to 2pm at ALL STORES

Join us for a snow flurry of craftivity this Saturday from 10am-2pm at ALL our stores! Fun Demonstrations and Make-it & Take-its all themed around your Favorite Princesses and Snowman characters! 

Snow Much Fun Event at all stores

Fees vary by project. See stores for more details. You can also view/download the event flyer on our website here. See you Saturday! 

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 272 - Heritage Jar Lantern

For our last lovely mason jar project, Puna will show you how to make chic hanging lantern for votives or battery operated tea-lights.

Create a pretty lantern to hang at your party!

Watch how we made the lantern here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 272 - Heritage Jar Lantern

Supplies:

Blue heritage mason jar

16 gauge wire

Wire cutters

Needle-nose pliers

*optional doily and tea-light (battery-operated)*

Stop by our stores and pick-up the Limited Edition Heritage Blue Mason Jars today! Sold individually and in cases of 6 qty, they are perfect for decorating your home or next event.

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 271 - Heritage Blue Mason Jar with Firefly Lights Centerpiece

Firefly Lights and Blue Mason jars are the perfect pair.  Use these two items to create the ambiance you are looking for in your tablescape or centerpiece.

Add firefly lights to a mason jar for a finishing touch!

Check out how to make this project here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 271 - Heritage Blue Mason Jar with Firefly Lights Centerpiece

Supplies:

Heritage blue mason jar(s)

firefly lights & batteries

floral & greenery 

Optional: tin box & jute (to hide battery pack)

Stay tuned for more mason jar projects!

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 270 - Heritage Blue Mason Jar - Centerpiece Table Marker

Ball Mason Jars are celebrating their 100 year anniversary and we have The American Heritage Collection limited edition in our stores now. This week we will be featuring projects incorporating the lovely blue jars. First up JFlo will show you how to use the jar and lid as a centerpiece table marker.  

Using the Limited Edition Heritage Blue Mason Jars

See how to make this project on our YouTube Channel: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 270 - Heritage Blue Mason Jar - Centerpiece Table Marker

Supplies:

Heritage blue mason jar 

sand

pink circle marvy uchida punch

paper

brown ink pad

black marker

double-stick tape

cropadile tool

jute

tealight

Optional: other decorative embellishments (shells, etc.)

Make this table marker using the mason jars for your next event!

We Pinned It AND Made It!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for some Pinterest crafting fun this past Saturday at our Enchanted Lake store. Here are some candid shots from our party and a quick look back at some of the fun.

Lisa and a few of our customers making a favor at Joy's favor station

We were even lucky enough to have a few crafting celebrities show up for our event. Joy from the Joy of crafting was there and so were our favorite set of Sizzix reps, Cheryl and Cherie.

Cheryl and Cherie making Sizzix favors

Jelly Jar Cupcake makers

 I also have to mention that we had two pairs of incredibly cute crafters too...

The straw Lei-Ds

Crazy crafters at the Faux Sea Glass and Cupcake table

Not to mention the faux sea glass creaters and fimo flower formers.

Luana's lovely flower makers

Grand Prize winner Benita!

And last but not least, our grand prize winner, Benita from right here in Kailua. It just looks like I'm talking on the phone here, by the way. I'm actually announcing her big win to the entire store. Benita won an awesome stash including some stamps, stickers, and a $75 gift card for HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts to use on her next Pinterest inspired project.

I hope you all got some inspiration from the projects and the posts for our Pinterest party. Don't forget to stop by the store to see more samples from our wonderful event.

Thanks for dropping in!

Puna @ Enchanted Lake

Ready to Pinterest Party?

So I'm really, really excited about our upcoming Pinspiration Pinterest Party happening this Saturday, April 27th from 10am-2pm! We're going to have so many great make 'n takes and demos going on, prize giveaways, and fun, fun, fun! We really hope that you'll be able to take a break from your hectic schedule and join us for Pinterest crafting fun.

Anyway, here are three more projects that we'll be featuring that day.

 

This awesomely shiny cake stand was made by melting pony beads in a cake pan until they fuse into this wonderfully colorful plastic disc. We'll have a FREE demonstration from 1-1:30pm showing how to make mini discs like this for cupcake holders and sun-catchers.

Want to learn how to make a beautiful lei in 30 minutes or less? Join us from 11-1pm on Saturday to make your own lei for just a $1 with a purchase of yarn. Your lei is guaranteed to turn out amazing.

What can't we washi? We're making a simple and speedy washi pencil set on April 27th from 1:30-2pm. A $2 fee includes the pencils, washi tape, and smiles while making this cute favor or teacher gift.

Here's the complete party schedule if you want all the details.

 See you there!

Puna @ Enchanted Lake

More Pinspiration Pinterest Projects

I'm back again today with more Pinterest inspired projects that will be featured in our upcoming store party on April 27th from 10am-2pm. You're all invited to come and have fun with us, by the way!

One of the things that we see a lot on Pinterest are different ways to organize jewelry. We created our own earring and necklace holder out of a frame and some dowel rods. You can make one with us for just $15 (that includes supplies for the frame and one pair of earrings) if you stop by our party between 12pm and 1pm.

Have you seen all those subway sign inspired art pins? We've made a couple ourselves using our blank canvas and acrylic paints. You can get some great tips and tricks on how to make this wonderful wall art during our free Subway Art demonstration.

 

Last but not the least for today are these great paper fans. You might be seeing more fans popping up on Pinterest as party favors and now Ben Franklin Crafts has got blank paper fans in for just that purpose! Aren't they beautiful? You can make one of these great alcohol inked fans for just $3 on the 27th of April from 10am-12pm.

We hope you can join us for our party. We'll be having a bunch of fun and giving away some prizes too! Check with the store for more prices, times, or if you have any questions about our Pinspiration Party.

Puna @ Enchanted Lake

PS Don't forget to scroll down to see me making a two straw lei on our newest Crankin' Out Crafts episode

Pinspiration Pinterest Party

Our portion of the blog for the next few weeks is going to be focusing on projects we're featuring in our Pinspiration Pinterest Party. The party is taking place on April 27th, right here at our Enchanted Lake Ben Franklin from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Join us that Saturday for the following make 'n takes plus some great demonstrations, awesome prizes, and a lot of fun.

These wrap bracelets are everywhere on Pinterest now, but it can be difficult sometimes to find a good tutorial. Instead, you could come to our store on April 27th and make your own under the watchful eyes of one of our crafters for just $8.00. That's way better than buying one for $20+.

How about a memo center that adds to the decor in your home instead of clashing with it? Make one of these to match your scheme for only $8.00. The project only takes about 20-30 minutes as long as you're a quick color picker.

Last but not least, what about something to perk up your party? How about a colorized centerpiece made to look like sea glass? You can join us on April 27th and create your own Faux Sea Glass centerpiece for just $3.00. Believe it or not these are made with food coloring and Elmer's Glue, and look great out in the sun.

We certainly hope that you can make it to our fun event. If you need more information or you have any questions please ask us at the Enchanted Lake store. We'll give you the latest news, fees, and project times.

Puna @ Enchanted Lake

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 232 - Wild Sheer Ribbon Lei

Have a graduate that likes to walk on the wild side? Today, Puna has a new twist on a favorite twisty sheer lei of ours.

Create a twisty lei with different ribbons!

View our latest video on our YouTube channel: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 232 - Wild Sheer Ribbon Lei

Supplies:

1.5” animal print ribbon

7/8” satin ribbon

3/8” picot edge satin ribbon

Upholstery thread

Doll needle

Scissors

Ribbon for bow

Don’t forget to add a bow on to your lei before giving it away. Bows make lei look finished and can always add another nice touch to the look of your lei.

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 231 - Braided Ribbon Lei

This lei is an oldie but goodie. Puna shows you to simple steps for quick lei making.

Here's an easy lei to make with ribbon!

Catch our segment here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 231 - Braided Ribbon Lei

Supplies:

1/4” satin, picot edge ribbon in two coordinating colors

Scissors

*Optional – 1/8” ribbon, money, and double stick tape*

Varying the width of the ribbon used in this lei will also vary the width of your finished lei. If you’re taking the option of adding money onto your lei, don’t forget to tie it on tight! We don’t want the graduate losing the money before they get a chance to use it.

*Scroll down to read yesterday's post by Katie from Market City! She shares some pictures from MC's "Let's Celebrate" Event held this past Saturday and tells you about our National Craft Month Finale coming up this weekend! Join us at our "Hoppy Spring Crafts" Event on Saturday, March 30th from 10am-2pm at all stores for demos and make 'n takes. 

*Also, on Easter Sunday, March 31st we are having our "BYO-Bag" Sale at all Hawaii BFC stores! Save 20% off your total craft purchase when you use your reusable bag (restrictions apply). BFC Reusable Bags are also available for purchase for $1.99. Check out our new bag color - Brown! More details in-store and on our website here. Stores are open on Easter Sunday from 9am to 5pm.

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 230 - Gumball Lei

It’s getting close to graduation season again so we’re starting all of our lei making episodes today. Tune in to see Brandon make a cute gumball lei, good for preschoolers and older.

Fill polytubing with candy or small gifts to make a fun lei!

Watch the segment here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 230 - Gumball Lei

Supplies:

Clear, 2” lei tubing

Gumballs

Ribbon

Scissors

We carry gumballs in an assortment of colors now so with ribbon, you can always make this lei to suit any school colors you need.

Crankin’ Out Crafts Episode 146 - Candy Corn Garland

JFlo is back again with another sweet Halloween decoration, a candy corn garland.

Paint paper maché cones to create candy corn!

 This garland would make a great decoration for your Halloween display or party!

View the episode here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 146 - Candy Corn Garland

Supplies:

Paper mache cones

White, orange, and yellow acrylic paint

Assorted matching ribbons

Awl

Hot glue gun and glue sticks

EZ Beader

*EZ Beader is available for purchase at our Hawaii Ben Franklin Crafts Stores and online at www.craftingisfun.com.

Did you know that candy corn was invented and produced in 1880? The recipe has remained unchanged even to this day with the Jelly Belly Candy Company.

*Don't forget to read today's earlier post from Kahului BFC! They made a beautiful wreath with our new burlap ribbon.

Crankin’ Out Crafts Episode 145 - Party Hats

Take your party to the next level by making some fun party hats. JFlo is here to show you how.

Decorate cones with paper & ribbon to make Party Hats!

Watch the Episode on our YouTube Channel: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 145 - Party Hats (Cone Week)

Supplies:

Large paper mache cone

Scrapbooking paper

Double-stick tape

Assorted ribbons

Tulle

Scissors

Marker

Pencil

2” oval punch

2.5” scalloped oval punch

Stickers

The hats that JFlo made today were for a birthday party but with a few small changes they would also make great New Year’s hats.

Crankin’ Out Crafts: Episode 141 - Chalkboard Décor

Transform almost anything into a Chalkboard surface. Use this trendy technique to decorate your home or accent you next party. See our ideas here on how to transform a regular wine bottle into a shabby chic decoration.

Create a pretty & writable centerpiece with chalkboard paint!

Catch the segment here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 141 - Chalkboard Décor

Supplies:

Assorted glass bottles (we used wine bottles)

Krylon Chalkboard Spray-on Paint or Chalkboard Paint

Bistro Chalk Markers

Ribbon

Flowers

Decorate other glass items for your next party or event!

Crankin’ Out Crafts Episode 140 – Lace Tulle Vase

Lace it up.........So many different looks can be created with lace from vintage  to extravagant.  Use lace to accent candle holders or vases to make an impact on your next event.

Another easy way to decorate a vase!

Watch the segment here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 140 - Lace Tulle Vase

Supplies:

lace

tulle/twine or ribbon

rubberband

vase

The lace adds an elegant touch any décor item! Have a great weekend everyone!

*Don't forget to scroll down to read today's earlier post from Kahului on the new stencils from Martha Stewart Crafts.

Crankin’ Out Crafts Episode 139 – Tulle Pom Pom Garland

Today’s project is the Pom Pom Garland made with Tulle. Accent your party with this dainty decor. It's quick and easy to make!

A fun & whimsical decoration!

 Watch our episode here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 139 - Tulle Pom Pom Garland

Supplies:

Board (5” x 6” size – we used a foam core board)

Tulle

scissors

ribbon

This garland makes a fun and colorful decoration for a room, wedding or party!

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 134 - Nautical Tulle Wreath

For our last wreath of the week, we’re back with another nautical themed beauty. Puna will show you how to make this fun “lifesaver”.

  

It's "knot" hard to make this tulle wreath! Create for your home or event.

Watch the episode on our YouTube channel: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 134 - Nautical Tulle Wreath

Supplies:

Styrofoam wreath

Tulle, 2-4 rolls in your choice of colors

Scissors

*optional – Glue gun and glue sticks

     Embellishments

This wreath may be nautically inspired but is not usable as a floatation device. All seafaring jokes aside, this wreath makes a cute addition to any house for a summer decoration.

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 133 - Coffee Filter Wreath (Floral Wreath)

Today’s episode is a special one, not only because it features Lisa, but also because our Coffee Filter Flower Wreath demonstrates a great way to reuse an everyday object in a new and unusual way.

We'll show you how to create this beautiful wreath!

Watch the segment here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 133: Coffee Filter Wreath

Supplies:

Coffee filters

Acrylic paint

Paint brush

Water

Scissors

Masking tape

Straw wreath

Ribbon

Hot glue gun

This enchanting wreath is especially surprising because it’s made out of an everyday household item. Make it for a special summer wedding or just to add a romantic touch to your home.

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 128 - Hanging Lantern

Our hanging décor week is almost up, but we have one last quick project idea for you. Today, Puna is back to show you how you can use another version of the Martha Stewart party crafting template, which we featured earlier this week, to make a hanging paper lantern decoration.

With Martha Stewart's Party Crafting Template, you can make your own lanterns!

Watch the episode here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 128 - Hanging Lantern

Supplies:

Martha Stewart party crafting template

Scrapbooking paper

Stapler

Hole punch

Although it’s not recommended to use these paper lanterns near open flame, you can hang them onto strings of LED Christmas lights for added effect. We hope you enjoyed our hanging decoration week, check back with us again next week for more crankin’ crafts.

*Don't forget to read today's earlier post on the new black canvases, now available at our BFC stores.