HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts is a well-loved destination for crafters in Hilo. With a spacious and beautifully organized store, it offers a wide variety of arts and crafts supplies, ensuring that visitors can find what they need for projects like scrapbooking or lei making. The staff is known for being friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, often assisting customers in locating specific items or suggesting alternatives. Although the store is located in downtown Hilo, there is ample free parking and security to ensure a pleasant shopping experience. While some customers note a limited selection of yarn, the extensive range of creative supplies, including Golden paints and Diamond Dot selections, makes up for it. The atmosphere is inviting, with bright lights and a diverse inventory that constantly draws people in. Many visitors leave with something special, even if they initially planned just to browse. HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts is truly a gem for anyone looking to explore their artistic side.
20 years later, and this place still looks how I recall when I was a kid except now the lights are brighter and there is now a Daiso attached.My wife was able to find just about everything she needed for her lei making when we stopped by. If you need something for arts and crafts in Hilo, this is a good stop.
May 2024
I love this store. Found everything I needed for my craft project.
March 2024
Staff are super helpful and knowledgeable of the inventory. Accomodating and helpful in finding alternative materials if you are open to experiment in crafts.
