Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 260 - Tulle Fireworks

Dress up a table, wreath, or even your hair with these great firework inspired tulle pompoms.

Pompoms are a fun addition to a centerpiece!

View the how-to video on YouTube: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 260 - Tulle Fireworks

Supplies:

Red glitter tulle

Dowel or straw

Scissors

Hot glue or floral tape

Our sparkly tulle really makes these faux fireworks pop!

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 258 - 4th of July Mason Jars

We're getting into the patriotic swing here on Crankin' Out Crafts this week with a 4th of July theme. First, lets watch Brandon do a quick mason jar dress up.

Turn jars in beverage glasses!

See our episode on our YouTube channel: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 258 - 4th of July Mason Jars

Supplies:

Mason Jar

Red, white, and blue ribbons

Cupcake wrappers

Double-stick tape

Paper straw

The cupcake wrappers make your table look especially festive and help to keep the bugs out of the drinks.

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 241 - 3-Straw Lei - Round

For the last episode this week, Puna is back yet again to show you how to make your 3 straw lei a little more rounded.

3-Straw Lei - Round

Learn how to make this beautiful lei on our YouTube channel: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 241 - 3-Straw Lei - Round

Supplies:

1 skein Nani eyelash yarn in dark gold

1 skein Nohea eyelash yarn in maroon

1 skein Nohea eyelash yarn in white

3 jumbo straws

Coordinating grosgrain ribbon

Scotch tape

Scissors

This lei is great for showing off your school colors, especially if your school has 3 colors like Castle High School. Give the lei a little twist before tying off to make the colors spiral nicely.

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 240 - 3-Straw Lei - Flat

Ready to step up your straw lei making to 3 straws? Puna will show you how a flat, 3 straw lei is made in this episode of Crankin’ Out Crafts.

3-Straw Lei - Flat

Watch the episode here: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 240 - 3-Straw Lei - Flat

Supplies:

1 skein Nani eyelash yarn in orange

1 skein Nohea eyelah yarn in blue

3 jumbo straws

Coordinating grosgrain ribbon

Scotch tape

Scissors

This lei lies flat on the chest and has the added potential of showing two very distinct colors, one on each side. The blue and orange in today’s episode are Kalaheo High School’s colors.

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 239 - Two-Straw Lei

Who’s ready for more Cranked out Lei? Today, Puna will teach you another super-fast straw lei.

Mastered the One-Straw Lei? Try the Two-Straw Lei!

Watch the How-To video on our YouTube Channel: Crankin' Out Crafts - Episode 239 - Two-Straw Lei

Supplies:

1 skein Nani eyelash yarn in white

1 skein Nohea eyelash yarn in blue

2 jumbo straws

Coordinating grosgrain ribbon

Scotch tape

Two kukui nuts

Scissors

EZ beader

Did you know that the difference between the Nani and Nohea yarns is that the Nani eyelash has a nice little sparkle to it for additional lei shimmer.

Lei making supplies available at our Hawaii BFC stores and also online on www.craftingisfun.com

Crankin' Out Crafts Episode 188 - Straw Wreath

Today's project is a Paper Straw Wreath. Learn how to make this adorable wall decoration great for any occasion!

Straws can also be used to make decorations!

Catch the episode on YouTube: Crankin' Out Crafts: Episode 188 - Straw Wreath

Supplies:

decorative straws

styrofoam wreath or disc

ribbon

hot glue gun 

scissors  

The paper straws come in assorted colors and designs. Don't be afraid to try out different materials to make your own unique wreath!