Here is step by step instructions on how to make a pom pom wreath. This tutorial is for a mini pompom wreath, but you can easily make this in larger sizes.

For many years I have been sharing yarn decorations for your home. The first yarn decor idea I shared was probably how to make a pom pom garland. It was so easy to make and looked adorable with everyday decor and holiday decor. DIY wreaths are so fun and easy to personalize.

Pom poms are easy to make, and you can make your own form or purchase one from Amazon. Once you learn how to make a pom pom there are so many ways you can use them for decor. You can make them into tassels, use them as decorations on presents, fill a bowl with them, and so on. They are such a fun craft project.

But today, let's talk about how to make a mini yarn pom pom wreath, and later, I will share ideas of where you can decorate with your mini pom pom wreath.

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How to Make a Pom Pom Wreath

With all the wonderful craft or DIY projects, I recommend gathering supplies. Most of these supplies I picked up at the dollar store or you can find them at a craft store.

Step 1: Gather Supplies

• Wire wreath frame (I found mine at Dollar Tree)
• Yarn
• Pom Pom maker (You can make them by hand too, and I have directions on how to make a pom pom garland post.)
• Scissors (new scissors cut the best or ones that are only used for fabric)
• Embroidery scissors
• Twine
• Ribbon (I used a light grey blue 1/2″ velvet ribbon that is not available anymore)
• Glue gun (optional)

Step 2: Make Pom Poms

Did I mention this is an easy DIY pom pom wreath and a fun project to do while watching a good movie? There are just a few simple steps.

First, let's make your pom poms. I am making small size poms and using white yarn. I want a pom pom wreath that I can change the ribbon for different holidays and seasons. You can use different colors of yarn; it's up to you.

How to Use a Pom-Pom Maker?

• First step, open the form and wrap yarn around each side of the form all the way around.
• Next, close the form into a circle.
• Then cut the yarn around the outside circle of the pom pom maker
• Cut a piece of twine long enough to go around the circle and long enough to tie into a knot.
• Now take the string and tie it as tight as you can around the pom pom form.

• Once you have tied the string, you can pull the sides out and then pull the form apart. Some forms are tight, so you have to give it a good pull.
• Next, take your scissors and groom your pom pom if it has any pieces of yarn sticking out. Sharp scissors will make this easier. Then you are all done except you need to make many more.

Step 3: Tie Pom Poms to Wreath Frame

Now here's the fun part! For the next step, take the first of your yarn poms and tie it to the frame in a knot. Then cut the ends of the twine. Repeat this step until you have filled the wire wreath form with pom poms.

Here is a tip on what direction to add the pom poms. I attached the pom poms to the outside wires first and then the inside. You'll have a gorgeous pom pom wreath in no time.

Step 4: Tie Ribbon to Wreath

Last, make a bow with your ribbon for your fluffy pom pom wreath. I made a bow with long ears and long tails. I love the look of a long droopy bow!

Basically, make two long ears and tie them together, and you have a bow. This is a fun way to change up the look of your cute wreath.

There are several ways you can attach your ribbon to your wreath. You can tie your ribbon with floral wire and stick the wire through the yarn balls and attach it to the wreath. Or you can tie your ribbon around the yarn wreath frame. I placed some twine through the bow and tied it to the frame with a double knot at the top.

Another idea is to glue your ribbon on it with your hot glue gun for extra security. If you are not planning to change your ribbon, this would be an easy way to adhere the ribbon bow to the yarn ball wreath.

Well, guess what? This project is all done — yay!! This is such a fun wreath. Now let's style this wreath after answering a few questions.

Frequently Asked Questions:

How long does it take to make a pom pom wreath?

The amount of time all depends on the size. A mini pom pom wreath takes one day or about 4 to 5 hours. A larger size yarn ball wreath can take two days and up to 8 to 10 hours.

How many pom poms do you need to make a wreath?

It all depends on the size of the wreath, but if you are making a mini pom pom wreath you will need about 40 pom poms to fill the entire wreath. Larger-size wreaths need as many as 50 to 90 pom poms.

What is the easiest way to make a pom pom?

Yarn pom poms are so easy to make, and there are various pom pom-making forms you can use to make them. Probably the easiest is to purchase a pom pom maker. You can also use your hand to wrap the yarn around or make a form with cardboard.

You will need yarn, wreath form, scissors, and pom pom maker. Other items you might need are floral wire or glue gun.

Final Thoughts

Remember me saying in the beginning that there are so many yarn decorating ideas? Well, here are more home decor yarn projects. I have some macrame mixed in too. If you love yarn decorations as much as I do, then you will like these yarn craft decor posts too:

• Yarn Winter Hat Santa garland
• How to Make Tassels
• How to Make a Tassel Wreath

Now let's talk about where I plan to hang my pom pom wreath. I have a mirror in my entryway that has a crack in it, so I like to hang wreaths on it to distract from the crack. This wreath was planned to hang on the mirror, but when I started testing it out in different places, I loved how it looked on the cutting boards hanging in my kitchen. I think it's a perfect winter pom pom wreath.

I love the contrast of the soft fluffy pom poms against the rough used breadboard and cutting board. But you might be wondering how did I hang this wreath. Well, I cut another piece of yarn, threaded it through the back of the frame, and then tied it to the hook. Easy peasy!

Making this yarn wreath motivated me to finish my decor in this room. All the Christmas had recently come down, and it felt a little empty. So now everything feels cozy again.

Last, here is a side view so you can get an idea from all angles.

Other ideas on where to hang a yarn wreath are on the back of chairs for a special dinner. You can hang them on a wall over a fireplace or a gallery wall. This yarn wreath would also be cute on a range hood or in a window.

There are so many places you can hang a yarn pom pom wreath. Where are you thinking of hanging your own pom pom wreath? Do you have any fun crafts with yarn to share? Share your thoughts in the comments.

Happy Decorating!