on the joy of yarn pom-poms...
A while ago, I saw an image on Pinterest that detailed a simple way to make pom-poms using a fork. (For reference, I used this tutorial.) If Pinterest is good for one thing, this is it. Well, this, and making one feel dreadfully unstylish and a little bit hungry.
But I digress.
For two days in a row I spent a good portion of my child-free time (read: naptime and after 7PM) making a bowlful of pom-poms. My current color combination of choice is mint, butter yellow and dark gray—but I decided to throw in a bit of red, too, since I was planning on making some Christmas decor.
Once I had a bowl of (non-edible) goodness, I had to decide what exactly to do with them. I had just finished a new yarn wreath with a touch of lace, and decided to glue a bunch of pom-poms to that and see how it looked. I loved it. (Jay, on the other hand, gave me a really confused look. I don't think he "gets" pom-poms. I suppose I can forgive him. SOMEDAY.)
I should note that I used a random, variegated (and much thicker) yarn for the large red puff on the wreath. It was tougher to work with, though, so I think I'll stick with the thinner, softer yarn when making them.
After I'd completed the wreath, I took some cream thread and used a needle to attach the pom-poms to the thread—making a long line while keeping a bit of space between each one. And, oh, my gosh, I want to make this garland for every single festive occasion that happens to come my way! So simple. A fun idea for a craft party if I were the sort of person who hosted craft parties. (Let's add that one to the New Year resolution list, shall we?)
Pom-poms! Draped across the duplex with care! I think I'm in love!
I too, am obsessed with pom poms! I've never used a fork before though- I always just use my fingers, and do two, three, or four fingers to vary sizes. I'll have to try your method! Oh, and I saw a pillow today with a clump of poms nestled in one corner in case you're looking for another place to stick those suckers!
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I've never made these before, but it looks relatively easy....although I say that about all kinds of diy's before failing miserably ;)
ReplyDeleteYou are so creative! I love that wreath!
ReplyDeleteLove them! And you've got such a great eye for color combos. :)
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute! I am DIY-challenged but maybe I could handle these! :)
ReplyDeletehi, my name is molly, and i, too, have an obsession with pom-poms.
ReplyDeletei. can't. stop.
but i prefer to call them doodleballs. more fitting, eh?
Love.
ReplyDeleteLove love love...i have the same one pinned and have been contemplating new yarn in the last few days for that very purpose!
ReplyDeleteOh Kerri, I'm totally swoon!! I love Pom-poms too!! I love the garland that you made out of them. So festive!! BTW I love the picture of bowl full of pom-poms and Christmas lights.
ReplyDeleteI think I'll go make some now.
Looks supercute! I might have to try this! :)
ReplyDeleteI want to make one of these garlands in my baby's room!! These are adorable.
ReplyDeleteI'm just glad that I'm not the only one bitten by the yarn pom pom obsessive bug! Your garland is darling and what a sweet way to decorate your duplex. I definitely am planning on adding some pom pom garlands to my daughter's room. What a sweet and soft way to add a colorful decoration!
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