![]() Give them each a go and see which you like best, or vary the shapes for a wilder, more dynamic decoration. If you’re stuck on some ways to trim the ends, I tried four different styles below. Once the pom poms are flared out, these shapes will take on a whole new dimension. Slice it any way you want to create some interesting shapes. Now, it’s time to add some flair! Grab your scissors and get to work on the ends of the tissue paper bundles. If you’re not hanging the pom poms, feel free to cut both ends off, leaving just the knot. ![]() Slice off the shorter end of your yarn, leaving the rest for when you suspend the finished product. The ends of the tissue paper should be fanning out on their own just a bit. Tie the yarn around the middle of your folded tissue paper, twisting and tying it securely. Better to have more than you need than not enough, am I right? I went with a piece of string the length of my forearm. The right size will depend on how you’re hanging these since this is the string that will suspend your pom-poms once finished. Next up, whip out your yarn and cut an appropriate length. Take a folded square of tissue paper and do a “fan fold.” Pick up the edge, fold it about a sixth of the way in, then pick up that edge and do the same thing.Ĭontinue doing this until you have a corrugated shape. That way, they’ll look interesting when hung together. I chose three tissue paper types: two solid and one patterned, all in the same color family (blue). Start off by grabbing everything you’ll need. Ready to get stuck in? Let’s get cracking! And make this tissue paper craft!įollow these directions step by step and you’ll have beautiful pom poms in no time. Gather around your dining room table and work together who said you can’t bond over tissue paper and yarn? In fact, making these decorations is the perfect way to spend a family afternoon. From little tots to teenagers, these paper pom-poms fit into any age bracket. How to Make a Paper Pom Pom of a Different Size?Ī Great Craft for Teens, Kids, and Even AdultsĪnyone in your household can get their hands dirty with this craft (figuratively, of course).A Great Craft for Teens, Kids, and Even Adults.Remember to share the love by liking my Facebook page, and following me on Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram. So let’s pull out all that leftover tissue and make some of these pretty mini poms! ~ Lia Keep a pastel theme for spring and summer occasions, or use a red and green theme for Christmas ornaments and pom pom gift toppers. they are just too cute! I am seeing a perfect decoration for baby showers, bridal showers, princess parties and even Mother’s Day. You may be seeing these poms show up again for party decoration in a future post. To continue with the sweet pastel, fluffy bunny tail and spring flower theme, (and because I am just not quite ready to be done with Easter!) today I am going to give you a quick and easy tutorial on how to make these tissue mini pom pom gift toppers. I think we may have had as much fun filling and hiding as they did finding the eggs. My sister and I made a tasty breakfast while our four teens hunted for 125 filled Easter eggs. Did everyone have a wonderful Easter? My loft was bursting with family Sunday morning. ![]()
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