Friday, July 24, 2009

Making Giant Pom-Poms

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A couple of nights ago I pulled out the pom-pom kit I talked about in an earlier post.
However, these were SO EASY a kit was definitely not required!!

For each pom-pom, you'll need:

10 sheets of 17in x 30in (Medium) tissue paper in desired color
—OR—
14 sheets of 20in x 30in (Large) tissue paper in desired color
12in section of floral wire

(I'm using paper from the kit which is pre-scored & cut, but this isn't necessary to have done already)

Lay all 10/14 sheets of tissue paper in a stack

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Accordion fold into 1 3/4 inch sections.

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Once the whole length is folded, Cut the ends either into a point or a half circle, depending on desired results. ( I do not have a picture of this step, as I mentioned, mine was already done.) You can see how each would look in the top picture.

Now, wrap and secure it in the middle with the wire.

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Fan out the folds and begin to separate the individual sheets of tissue paper.

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Once you've completely separated the sheets, shape it into the desired pom-pom.

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Fold and twist the remaining wire into a loop to use for hanging.

And that's it!!!!
Really.
Super easy.
And lots of fun.

Now I just need to build my wooden frame and hang all the lanterns. . .!!!!
So excited!

xoxo—Lori

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