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My three pom-pom tips

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This is a post about how strange I am I guess. I have a new obsession and it’s nothing new to the blog world… it’s pom-poms. I’ve made them before for things but had never tried a pom pom maker until we recently went to the lake and my friend brought one for the kids to craft with.

I was hooked and bought one right away when I came home.
Quickly here are my three pom-pom tips and ricks:

One

Pom-pom Maker

Buy a pom-pom maker. I bought THIS one which is the one you can see below. It really is worth it and helps soooooo much.

pom-pom maker

 

 

two

Two Similar Wool Colors

I’ve always wanted a pom pom throw. When I went to the craft store to get some wool. I went crazy and bought all kinds of colors.
I love getting two colors that are very close and then use those together for one pom pom because it gives it more dimension and texture. Look at the colors below.

two-toned pom pom two-toned pom pom two-toned pom pom

And this is how I wrap them around the maker. Using two strings of yarn makes it a lot faster too.

pom-pom maker

And here you can see how they look when done in their two tones. The off-white and white is barely noticeable but I adore the slight variation.

DIY pom-pom tips and tricks

 

three

Safety Pins

Another idea I had instead of sewing pom pom’s on the pillow corners like you can see in the photos is that I used safety pins to attach them. I used very small pins and attached them to the knot where I tied the pom pom and then pinned them to the corner of the pillow. The reason for that is:

A) I hate sewing and it would take so long to attach them

B) I might change my mind very very soon and use them somewhere else, so sewing them on is clearly a waste of time.

C) I might want to wash the pillow cover but don’t/can’t wash the pom poms with it. So the safety pins make it super easy to remove them.

How to attach pom-pom trick

I personally think the safety pins are a great idea.

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So now I sit there during the day when my kids have a friend over to play and make pom poms, LOL. It might also just be something that justifies me bing watching Vikings on Amazon Prime. Because otherwise I would look pretty lazy if I’d just sit there and watch a show. So now I sit there and watch Vikings while making pom poms. I am a weirdo right?

my three pom-pom tips and tricks

bench | triangle pillow | dotted pillow (similar)

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Oh and the winner of the miniature cuckoo clock is Michelle and I emailed you! YAY!

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I’m off again to make some more pom poms while my kids play ๐Ÿ˜‰

Tschüß,

(Youleeya)

 

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  1. cassie @ primitive & proper says

    June 13, 2016 at 5:01 am

    these are so adorable! i love my pom pom makers, too- they make it so easy. love the similar colors tip! ๐Ÿ™‚

    • Julia says

      June 13, 2016 at 5:23 pm

      So much easier than the forks method ๐Ÿ˜‰

  2. Maggie @ Maggie Overby Studios says

    June 13, 2016 at 5:32 am

    Can’t go wrong with a good pom pom. We used to make them all the time as kids to add to our roller skates. I’m glad my skills have finally come back in style. I’ve not used this kind of pom pom maker before but I’m all for a better way.

    • Julia says

      June 13, 2016 at 5:24 pm

      Oh I used to love to roller skate too but we never put pom-poms on them. That probably looked really cute ๐Ÿ˜‰

  3. Vel says

    June 13, 2016 at 8:56 am

    I was wondering how you made your pompoms so full and fluffy! Thanks for sharing these Julia, and no, your not “strange” at all! I love them and have made them using the fork only!

    • Julia says

      June 13, 2016 at 5:25 pm

      I used to do the fork method too Vel but these pom-poms don’t even compare to the fork ones. So much better and easier.

  4. carol says

    June 13, 2016 at 8:57 am

    (what’s a pom-pom throw????)

    • Julia says

      June 13, 2016 at 5:26 pm

      It’s one of those throws who have pom-poms sewn around the edges. If you google it there will be a ton of photos. They are so fun

  5. Catherine says

    June 13, 2016 at 9:47 am

    Thanks for the tips Julia. I hadn’t seen these before and it has inspired me to order some and have a go!

    • Julia says

      June 13, 2016 at 6:01 pm

      Thanks good luck!

  6. Jessica says

    June 13, 2016 at 10:12 am

    It is official, I need the pom pom maker! Your pompoms are the best I have seen so far, super plush and pretty.

    • Julia says

      June 13, 2016 at 6:03 pm

      Thanks Jessica, I thought I didn’t need one and then when I tried it, it changed everything ๐Ÿ˜‰

  7. [email protected] says

    June 13, 2016 at 10:26 am

    I’ve never made pom poms but I adore them.

    • Julia says

      June 13, 2016 at 6:03 pm

      Well you should try

  8. valarie sanford says

    June 13, 2016 at 3:03 pm

    Well, your strangeness is my fortune I guess, so thanks for being you and sharing!

    • Julia says

      June 13, 2016 at 6:04 pm

      LOl thanks. I hope you like it as much as I do.

  9. Choice says

    June 14, 2016 at 5:55 pm

    I love how your pillows turned out! Thanks for sharing.

  10. Jennifer Griffin says

    June 16, 2016 at 4:31 pm

    You know how much I looovve making poms, but I’ve never used a for real pom pom maker. I think you’ve convinced me to get one! And, your safety pin idea is BRILLIANT! It takes FOREVER to sew those things on… not a fun job! Love the easy removal, too, when the time comes that you’re ready for a change or to switch them to another pillow. Lastly, LOVE your idea of mixing 2 similar colors for depth and interest. I’ve mixed two different colors before, but wouldn’t have thought to mix two similar shades. Love it!

  11. [email protected] says

    June 23, 2016 at 7:50 am

    I went a little crazy Christmas before last and bought every size they make of those pom pom makers :). I should really pull them back out and use them again!

  12. Sarah says

    July 18, 2016 at 9:12 am

    I have the same Pom Pom maker, love it. I’ve made bi-color Pom poms-so 1/2 is white 1/2 black which I like a lot. Hadn’t thought of mixing to shades throughout. I’m going to try that! And safety pinning? Goodness, how easy. Why didn’t I think of that? ๐Ÿ™‚

  13. Trisha D. says

    August 2, 2016 at 5:51 am

    I really didn’t know pom-pom makers existed, def makes life easier! Really enjoyed the tip on using colors that are slightly different!

  14. Tori says

    December 5, 2016 at 8:58 am

    I’ve never seen a pom pom maker before! Does it really make a big difference versus just doing them on your hand?

    • Julia says

      December 5, 2016 at 8:59 am

      Oh yes it does. I didn’t want to buy one because I thought the same thing but then my friend brought it on vacation and I was hooked

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