How To Make Pom Pom Rug Using Different Fabrics

Since i had already begun making the pom pom rug according to that diagram i decided i would continue with that style of difference sized pom pom s and use them in a rectangle.

How to make pom pom rug using different fabrics.

This will all make more sense with the instruction booklet that s included in the kit. Make sure you use acrylic yarn to make your diy rug or at least something that is 100 washable. The bigger the paper roll the bigger the pompom will be. The pom poms will be tied to this to form the rug itself.

Wrap your yarn around the paper rolls for a puffy pompom effect. Make sure the yarn is spread across the rolls evenly. However my pompom rug is turning into a bedspread for my granddaughter because she said that she was going to use the rug for a blanket. The dollar tree non slip underlay that i used is 18 in by 28 in.

Overall i used about 90 bundles and tied the bundles in a 8 8 grid. It will be used to make the pom poms for the rug. 1 if the one you find is too big you can always cut it down to size. Be sure to check thrift stores and second hand stores for lower prices.

Use care when cutting the pom poms to avoid cutting the yarn that ties it around the center. The bigger the rug the more yarn you ll need. Attach a felt backing to the backside of the rug with fabric glue to add extra stability to the pom pom. When you are making the pom poms you need to make sure to wrap your tie string around at least twice and really ratchet down and tighten as much as you can.

Using your hands press the paper rolls to make them flat. Cut the yarn after wrapping the tissue paper roll.