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:
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.
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.
And this is how I wrap them around the maker. Using two strings of yarn makes it a lot faster too.
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.
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.
I personally think the safety pins are a great idea.
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?
bench | triangle pillow | dotted pillow (similar)
Oh and the winner of the miniature cuckoo clock is Michelle and I emailed you! YAY!
I’m off again to make some more pom poms while my kids play 😉
Tschüß,
(Youleeya)
cassie @ primitive & proper says
June 13, 2016 at 5:01 amthese are so adorable! i love my pom pom makers, too- they make it so easy. love the similar colors tip! 🙂
Julia says
June 13, 2016 at 5:23 pmSo much easier than the forks method 😉
Maggie @ Maggie Overby Studios says
June 13, 2016 at 5:32 amCan’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 pmOh I used to love to roller skate too but we never put pom-poms on them. That probably looked really cute 😉
Vel says
June 13, 2016 at 8:56 amI 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 pmI 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.
carol says
June 13, 2016 at 8:57 am(what’s a pom-pom throw????)
Julia says
June 13, 2016 at 5:26 pmIt’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
Catherine says
June 13, 2016 at 9:47 amThanks 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 pmThanks good luck!
Jessica says
June 13, 2016 at 10:12 amIt 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 pmThanks Jessica, I thought I didn’t need one and then when I tried it, it changed everything 😉
[email protected] says
June 13, 2016 at 10:26 amI’ve never made pom poms but I adore them.
Julia says
June 13, 2016 at 6:03 pmWell you should try
valarie sanford says
June 13, 2016 at 3:03 pmWell, your strangeness is my fortune I guess, so thanks for being you and sharing!
Julia says
June 13, 2016 at 6:04 pmLOl thanks. I hope you like it as much as I do.
Choice says
June 14, 2016 at 5:55 pmI love how your pillows turned out! Thanks for sharing.
Jennifer Griffin says
June 16, 2016 at 4:31 pmYou 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!
[email protected] says
June 23, 2016 at 7:50 amI 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!
Sarah says
July 18, 2016 at 9:12 amI 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? 🙂
Trisha D. says
August 2, 2016 at 5:51 amI really didn’t know pom-pom makers existed, def makes life easier! Really enjoyed the tip on using colors that are slightly different!
Tori says
December 5, 2016 at 8:58 amI’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 amOh 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