Making pom poms are fun, and are an easy way to let young children experience quick success with a yarn project. Here is a simple tutorial to get you started:
Materials:
yarn
a fork (we used a large serving fork, but a smaller size works too - the bigger the fork, the larger the pom)
sharp scissors
Wrap the yarn around the fork to desired thickness. Once you make a few you will get a good feel of what you need to make a full pom pom.
Snip about 4 inches of the yarn off the skein. Tie this piece with a double knot, vertically between your wound yarn on the fork.
Slide the yarn off the fork.
Use sharp scissors to cut the loops on each side of the knot.
Fluff up your creation. You just made a pom pom!
This project is great for young children (ages four and up) to practice their fine motor skills with gentle guidance from adults.
Older and more independent children can do this with ease. (If your child likes making band bracelets they will probably like this activity too!)
And grow-ups, don't be shy - give yourself permission. Go make a pom pom!
Stay tuned for some more pom pom inspiration later in the week!