DIY Pom Pom Garland
A DIY Pom-pom garland is relatively easy to make since it requires minimal supplies. Garlands are also a great choice for themed parties or decorating the house year-round.
• Blanket or chunky yarn (I prefer blanket yarn)
• Pom-pom makers (these come in several sizes)
• Heavy-duty white beading thread
• Upholstery needle
• Measuring tape
• Good pair of scissors
Making the Pom-Pom
Start by wrapping your yarn around the pom-pom maker. Continue to wrap until only a small arch remains at the bottom.
Close pom-pom maker to create a circle and cut until both sides resemble the image below.
Once the pom-pom has been cut, take your silk thread (or yarn) and tie several knots through the open space you just cut. Loop thread around and tie a few knots on the other side. This process ensures that your pom-pom stays together at the core. If you plan to use the pom-poms for a garland, leave some of the thread loose to tie your pom-poms to the garland.
Remove pom pom
from pom pom maker. Trim off any stray yarn.
Stringing the Pom-Pom Garland
Once you are done making your pom-poms, cut a piece of yarn in the length you desire your garland to be. I used measuring tape to space my pom-poms out 10 inches from each other.
Sew pom pom to your yarn with needle and thread.
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