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Still Loving Pom Poms!

January 22, 2014 by Cassie 29 Comments

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Happy Wednesday!  We had a snow day yesterday and get one today, too!  I was productive and cleaned the kids closets and under their beds.  I also started a puzzle I plan to work on today…. I know, such an exciting life! ๐Ÿ™‚

Last year I declared it the year of the pom pom for me… I was going to learn to make them and I succeeded.  I recently wrote a post for Ibby, and with their permission am sharing with you today in case you missed it.  It’s all about my love for pom poms…. enjoy!

Webster’s Dictionary defines warm fuzzies as “feelings of happiness, contentment, or sentimentality.”  I would argue that hand made pom poms easily generate the warm fuzzies in home decor.  When I walk into a room and am greeted by pom poms, I can’t help but feel that sense of happiness…. it’s a touch of whimsy that tells guests “happy and playful people live here.” (60)

Let’s take a look at some examples from around the web…
I was first introduced to the joy of the pom pom by a good friend of mine who made this amazing wreath.

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In my own home, I created navy blue pom poms (using these pom pom makers!) and added them to some white and gold pillow shams for a playful punch. (40)
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Linda from It All Started With Paint took it a step further than I did and pom pom’ed all around her drop cloth pillow.   What a cozy seating spot it created! (30)
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This example is one of my absolute favorites!  Besa GM took a favorite plaid blanket that was falling apart at the edges and gave it new life with a fabulous blanket stitch and pom pom border.  The plaid blanket alone can seem more serious and preppy, but the pom poms bring on the fun! (54)
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A pom pom garland is another way to add some whimsy to a room.  These are relatively easy to make and can be added or taken down easily as well, used only when wanted.  Anu of Nalle’s House created a colorful version for her son’s room. (46)
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If you are looking at all of these projects and being overwhelmed by the mere thought of making pom poms (trust me they are simple to make, just time consuming!), you could go the route of using premade pom poms or pom pom trim! (44)
Mary from At Home on the Bay made this fun and colorful table runner using various colors of pom pom trim. (21)
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Adding pom pom trim to existing curtains can take the curtains and the room from heavy to happy.  Brittany of Brittany Makes shared her tutorial at 6th Street Design School.  And the best part, there was absolutely NO sewing involved!  Hot glue, baby! (43)
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The next time you are looking around a room and wondering what that one thing it’s missing is, the one element that could make it even cozier and more inviting, consider adding some pom poms.  You will end up with the warm fuzzy feeling you want your home to have, and you won’t have to dig very deeply into your pockets!
Happy pom-poming!
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  1. Julia Konya says

    January 22, 2014 at 12:26 pm

    Totally agree! Pom pom’s are happy fuzzy creatures. I think I need some in my life too.

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  2. Rachel says

    January 22, 2014 at 12:58 pm

    Pom poms are so fun! I love the garland and tablecloth.

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  3. reFresh reStyle says

    January 22, 2014 at 2:15 pm

    Now I need to make pom pom’s they just make me smile! Love them all ๐Ÿ™‚
    Debbie

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  4. [email protected] says

    January 22, 2014 at 2:20 pm

    They totally add the fun element and I love them on that plaid blanket. I may have to do that one of these days! xo K

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  5. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    January 22, 2014 at 2:53 pm

    Pom Poms add FUN!!!

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  6. Dana Frieling says

    January 22, 2014 at 2:58 pm

    Hope you stay warm and fuzzy during your snow day today!

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  7. Empty Nest Full Life says

    January 22, 2014 at 3:26 pm

    I had a basket of some that I hadn’t done anything with, and when my grandson came, he loved them. Think I will be making a garland to hang in my booth for something a little different and happy.

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  8. Vintage Prairie Style says

    January 22, 2014 at 3:53 pm

    You, my girl, are making me a pom pom believer!

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  9. Kelly says

    January 22, 2014 at 3:57 pm

    I really like the whimsical feel that Pom Poms can bring to a room.

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  10. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    January 22, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    Yay for pom poms! We can all use a few more warm fuzzies in our lives! … Happy snow day! And keep warm, it’s freezing out there!!!

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  11. Gretchen says

    January 22, 2014 at 5:15 pm

    you’re really winning me over on the pom poms here :). I’m not sure I was ever NOT won over, really–I just didn’t think about them enough until now….

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  12. House Envy says

    January 22, 2014 at 6:07 pm

    I love them too!! They add such fun and color!! I want to use some in my daughters room makeover

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  13. Rita Mireles says

    January 22, 2014 at 6:10 pm

    So that’s what’s missing in my home!! EUREKA!

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  14. pam {simple details} says

    January 22, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    Stylish and playful – count me in!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  15. 17 Perth says

    January 22, 2014 at 9:16 pm

    No doubt pom poms add a touch of fun!!! I have never tried to make them. It just might be time! haha. And love all the inspiration photos here….they all look so good!

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  16. Krisi Miller | www.krisimiller.com says

    January 22, 2014 at 10:48 pm

    Okay I need to run out and get some pom poms now!

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  17. Mekenzie @ interiorsbykenz.com says

    January 22, 2014 at 11:04 pm

    When I was little I used to call pom poms “tampons.” No matter how many times my mom tried to get me to stop, it didn’t click with me. It was always fun when we’d go to the high school football games and I shout about how I wanted tampons just like the cheerleaders. Good times… ๐Ÿ™‚ And great projects too, btw!

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  18. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    January 23, 2014 at 1:48 am

    Love the pom poms! So cute! I may try one of those garlands for a Valentine’s decoration.

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  19. Deneen@dreaming-n-color says

    January 23, 2014 at 4:33 am

    There’s just something fun about them. It is such a great trim. My next project is pom poems.

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  20. Alexa says

    January 23, 2014 at 4:38 am

    Love them…they add such a sweet/cute little touch!

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  21. Ali Richardson says

    January 23, 2014 at 4:54 pm

    YAY for the happiest pom poms ever ๐Ÿ™‚ XOXO

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  22. Dear Emmeline says

    January 24, 2014 at 2:10 am

    love me some poms poms!

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  23. Kim @ NewlyWoodwards says

    January 24, 2014 at 2:24 am

    I really want a pom pom garland in my life.

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  24. Amber Wills says

    January 24, 2014 at 3:05 pm

    Put a pom pom on it…mantra for the year!

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  25. Sarah {Lacquer and Linen} says

    January 24, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    I am an admitted pom pom addict too. They are just so happy and make everything just a little more fun looking. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  26. [email protected] says

    January 25, 2014 at 1:20 am

    LOVING those pom pom projects! My wheels are turning…I see pom poms in my future! Life to the full! Melissa @ DaisyMaeBelle

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  27. Emily May says

    January 28, 2014 at 2:30 pm

    Love this post! The pom pom wreath is such a grand idea! I’m putting it on my to-do list for spring that is for sure!

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  28. Jamie says

    January 28, 2014 at 2:46 pm

    I would recover the foot stool in my basement

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  29. anu says

    January 29, 2014 at 7:32 pm

    Thanks again friend for including my garland in your round up! Love the wreath too.

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