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Create a Winter Wonderland Holiday Pom-Pom Tree

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Tina Hilton, contributor

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A pure-white tree reminds us of the beauty of the season.

Tina Hilton

The Clover Pom-Pom Maker is a must-have tool for any serious crafter.

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Most chain craft stores and Wal-Mart carry a variety of cone sizes.

Tina Hilton

A pure-white tree reminds us of the beauty of the season.

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Swing out the arms and separate the pom-pom maker to release the newborn pom-pom.

Starting at the base of the cone, attach the pom-poms to the tree. Insert the floral pin into the pom-pom and stab it into the cone.

Insert the pin into the center of the pom.

I began with the largest pom-pom (3-3/8 inches) made the heaviest-weight yarns and made enough to go around the base of the cone, which ended up being seven total. On the second tier, I used only three of this size and alternated them with the 2-1/2-inch pom-poms.

Stagger the balls so that they are not on top of each other. This will help fill in any gaps.

I continued with that size and the worsted-weight yarn (Wool-Ease & Jiffy) halfway up the tree. The next quarter of the tree I used 1-5/8-inch poms, and the last quarter I made 1-3/8-inch poms with the Baby Coordinates yarn. 

If you are more of a glue-gun fan, you can use it to affix the poms. I liked the pins because I could audition the balls in various positions before committing to the location.

Any leftover pom-poms can be used to decorate wreaths, make snowman ornaments, or string them together for garland. Share with us what you have made with your pom-poms!

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Comments (10)

Dahart writes: I belong to a Christmas list on yahoo and I have shared this with them (of course, I gave credit and the link). I loved it soooo much. I really like the idea of adding lights to it and I will be trying this in the near future but was wondering if anyone can tell me how I would make the pom-poms using cardboard rather than the device used here. Would I cut the cardboard at 3 3/8 sq for the largest and continue like that or what? How would I make them without the device. I know there is a way as my grandmother used to do stuff with them ALL the time and she didn't have one. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much :)
Posted: 11:12 am on July 3rd

Tina_Hilton writes: Hi Craftingnomand - I hope you went ahead and made the tree. So sorry I don't get back with you sooner! Between me and my husband I estimate it took us a few evenings in front of the TV. If you cut out the visual distraction and play your favorite party music, you could crank 'um out in a night or so.
Posted: 6:57 pm on January 7th

Craftingnomad writes: This looks amazing, and I want to try to make one for a winter wonderland party I'm hosting. I'm a bit of a novice though --once I buy all of the material, how long do you approximate it takes to make all those pom poms and assemble the tree? (One of similar size to the one shown above?) Thanks!
Posted: 9:39 pm on December 15th

Tina_Hilton writes: Great idea about the lights! I will be on the lookout for a tiny set.
Posted: 12:13 pm on November 25th

OTorres writes: I bet if you added some clear lights, this would really pop. Quite stunning, love it.
Posted: 7:28 pm on November 22nd

Tina_Hilton writes: Please share a photo of your finished pom-pom tree. I can't wait to see it!
Posted: 6:28 am on November 21st

LaurieM writes: What a great idea. I'm going to try it!
Posted: 4:33 pm on November 20th

JenniferStern writes: Tina, What a great idea...I love the non-traditional spin!
Posted: 8:48 am on November 20th

Tina_Hilton writes: This is a great activity for the entire family. Have pom-pom makers on hand over the Thanksgiving holiday and everyone will be waiting in line to have a turn making some. This way you will have a tree made by December first to enjoy throughout the season and create good memories along with it!
Posted: 6:34 am on November 20th

RubyKitty writes: Though I'm officially not even starting to think about Christmas until December, this is a fab idea. It looks lovely and I could see someone making it and bringing it out year after year. So much nicer than shop bought tinsel trees.
Posted: 3:49 am on November 20th

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