Looking for cute and easy yarn craft ideas? This pom pom flower project is just what you are searching for! No special tools are required for this for this DIY. All you need is a fork and a paper clip– items you likely already have at home. I’ll show you how to use these simple tools to make colorful pom pom flowers. It’s cheap, incredibly easy, fun to make, and perfect for beginners. Even if you have no experience with crochet hooks, there’s no need to worry as this project does not involve crocheting! The video tutorial below will provide step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process.
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To make the flowers, the first thing you need to do is to create pompoms. Pom poms are fluffy balls that are made from yarn. They are incredibly versatile, perfect for decorations, craft projects, and embellishments. You can use them to decorate your pillows, rugs, curtains, hats, bags, and toys. They are also great for creating stuffed animals, flowers, or garlands. The possibilities with these small yarn balls are endless.
Materials for the Pompom Flowers
- fork
- yarn (2 colors)
- tape
- paper clip
- scissors
DIY Pom Pom Flower Tutorial
Step 1:
Insert the yarn between the fork tines.
Step 2:
Wrap the yarn around the fork tines 30 times.
Step 3:
Once done, cut the excess, then tie the ends together.
Step 4:
Move the wrapped yarn a little bit. Take a small piece of yarn, insert it between the middle fork tines, then tie around the loops just like in the photo below.
Step 5:
Remove it from the fork. It should look like this.
Step 6:
Cut the loops.
Step 7:
Fluff the pom pom using the fork.
Step 8:
Trim to make a circle.
Step 9:
Make one pom pom for the center, then six for the petals.
Step 10:
Make a DIY yarn needle using the paperclip and tape. Straighten the paper clip as much as you can. See the photo below.
Step 11:
Thread the pom poms using the yarn needle.
Step 12:
Tie the ends together, then cut the excess.
Step 13:
Insert the middle pom pom, then thread and tie the ends.
Crafting Tip
Wrap the yarn tightly and evenly around the fork to create a fuller and more uniform pom pom.
Fork Pom Pom Flowers Tutorial | YouTube
