DIY Pom Pom Wreath with Chunky Yarn the Easy Way

Learn how to make this beautiful red pom pom wreath the easy way by using a wire wreath frame and chunky yarn for a full and lush Christmas wreath.

I really like the look of wreaths made with pom poms but I didn't want to go through the time and effort to make the actual pom poms. So I came up with this sort of loose, lazy version of a pom pom craft and it made a great Christmas wreath for our front door.

I'm using yarn similar to the chunky yarn wreath that I made last year. I think it gives the whole project a nice rich and full look. I purchased my at Hobby Lobby but you can find the same or similar yarn at any craft store such as Michaels or even on Amazon.

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How to Make an Easy Pom Pom Wreath

Start by wrapping the yarn around a 2 x 4 inch piece of cardboard. I wrapped it 20 times.  (You don't need a fancy pom pom maker for this craft project.)

Next, take the ends of the yarn and slip them under the wrapped pieces to the other side.

Tie the ends on top before slipping the yarn off the cardboard.

Then cut the yarn through the middle opposite from the tied ends. Trim as necessary. This makes a very loose pom pom but I like it. It's easier to create and doesn't require as much yarn as a traditional pom pom. Also, when you use a chunky yarn the loose pom pom fills in the area to create a nice lush wreath.

Then, attach a piece of wire to the tied end. I added the wire because the yarn is silky and I didn't think it would hold as well to the frame as floral wire.

Use the wire to tie the pom pom onto the wire frame covering two wires and twist tightly.

Continue creating pom poms and tie them onto the wreath frame. Since this frame has four wires I tied two poms to each section. One on the top and one on the bottom. Each covers two wires.

Once you have filled the wreath you can adjust the pom poms slightly and trim them if needed.

Add a bow to the top using any size or color ribbon you like. Use a little more floral wire to attach the bow to the wreath.

Hang it on your door and enjoy. I really like this cranberry color. It's great for our holiday decor as the colors are very festive and look great with a bright white bow for our front entry. However, you can use different colors of yarn as the chunky yarn comes in a variety of colors.

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Chunky Yarn Pom Pom Wreath DIY

Learn how to make this beautiful red DIY pom pom wreath the easy way by using chunky yarn and a wire wreath frame.

Active Time2 hrs

Total Time2 hrs

Course: Wreath

Yield: 1

Author: Patti Estep

Cost: $25

Equipment

• Sharp scissors

Materials

• 16 inch wire wreath form
• 3 packages 7 oz chunky skeins of yarn
• small piece of cardboard 2" x 4 "
• floral wire

Instructions

• Make the loose pom poms by wrapping the yarn 20 times around a 2 inch by 4-inch piece of cardboard.
• Take the ends of the yarn and slip them under the yarn to the other side.
• Then tie them together to hold the yarn.
• Slip the yarn off the cardboard and cut down the center opposite of the tied section.
• Trim pom pom if necessary.
• Add a 6 inch piece of wire around the middle.
• Attach the pom pom to the wire wreath by covering two bars with the floral wire and wrap tightly.
• Add a second pom pom above or below the first one.
• Continue adding pom poms until the wreath is covered.
• Fluff the pom poms and move them around as desired.
• Attach a pretty bow if desired.

Notes

You can experiment with making the pom poms different sizes or using different size wreath frames.