How to Make a Chic Pom-Pom Rug

Materials:

1. Yarn in various colors: Choose soft, durable yarn like wool or acrylic. Aim for at least 2 balls of each color.

2. Rug canvas or heavy-duty fabric: This serves as the base of your rug. Choose a sturdy material that can withstand wear and tear.

3. Tapestry needle or yarn needle: For weaving the pom-poms onto the rug.

4. Scissors

5. Pencil or marker

Instructions:

1. Cut Yarn into Pom-Pom Sections:

- Take each yarn ball and cut it into multiple pieces, each approximately 12-15 inches long. The length can vary based on the desired size of your pom-poms.

- Repeat this step with different yarn colors until you have enough pieces to create a sizeable rug.

2. Create the Pom-Poms:

- To make a pom-pom, take a fork and wrap the yarn around the tines about 10-12 times, depending on the fullness desired.

- Take a separate piece of yarn (about 12 inches) and tie a tight knot around the center of the wrapped yarn on the fork.

- Slide the pom-pom off the fork and trim any uneven ends.

3. Weave Pom-Poms onto Rug Canvas:

- Cut the rug canvas or fabric to your desired rug size.

- With the canvas laid out flat, use the tapestry needle and a long piece of yarn to begin weaving the pom-poms onto it.

- Weave the pom-poms in random patterns, alternating colors as you go. Make sure to loop the yarn around and through the holes in the canvas securely.

4. Continue Weaving:

- Continue weaving the pom-poms onto the canvas until it is fully covered.

- For added durability, weave an additional layer of yarn over the pom-poms to secure them.

5. Trim and Finish:

- Once all the pom-poms are woven in place, trim any excess yarn ends.

- Use a pair of scissors to shape and even out the edges of your pom-pom rug.

Your chic pom-pom rug is now ready to add a touch of warmth and charm to your home décor!