Decorating children's rooms with crafts is an inexpensive, creative and fun way to give a special touch to any space. A very striking and easy-to-make option is tissue paper pom poms, which can be customized in different sizes and colors to suit any environment. In this article, we will explain step by step how to make these pompoms and give you ideas to integrate them into your decor.
Materials needed to make tissue paper pompoms
To create these beautiful pompoms, you only need a few basic materials that you can easily find at any stationery or craft store. Here's what you need:
- 15 sheets of tissue paper for each pom pom (choose coordinating colors for a more decorative effect).
- Scissors to shape the ends of the pompom.
- thin wire to hold the center of the pompom.
- Wire cutters to manipulate the wire with ease.
- Fishing line or nylon thread to hang the pompoms from the ceiling.
- Hook for the ceiling for a firm hold.
How to make tissue paper pompoms step by step
The process of making pompoms is simple and does not require any advanced skills. Follow these steps to make your own pompoms:
- Place the sheets of tissue paper together and fold them accordion style, with folds of approximately 3 to 5 cm.
- Trim the ends round or pointed, depending on the finish you prefer.
- Fold the paper in half and secure it with a wire in the center, leaving a small loop to pass the fishing line through.
- Carefully unfold the leaves of the tissue paper, gently separating each layer to prevent it from tearing.
- Tie the line on the wire and hang it from the hook previously placed in the ceiling.
Creative ideas for decorating with tissue paper pompoms
Tissue paper pom poms can transform a space in significant ways. Here are some ideas to make the most of them:
- Decoration for children's parties: Use brightly colored pom poms to decorate celebrations such as birthdays or baby showers.
- Thematic environments: If the room has a specific theme, choose colors that complement the decor.
- Garlands and mobiles: String together several pom-poms with yarn to create hanging garlands or mobiles.
- Combination with lights: Place LED lights between the pom poms for a magical and cozy effect.
When hanging pompoms, it is important to plan the arrangement and height well to achieve a harmonious effect. Use different sizes and colors will add dynamism to the decor. Also, make sure the ceiling hook can support the combined weight of the pompoms.
Keep in mind the number of pompoms you are going to hang, so you can take into account not only the size, but also the length of the fishing line. One of the advantages of this decoration is that you can gradually increase the number of pompoms, since they are hung one by one, without joining them together, from the same hook. As for the hook, keep in mind that, although the tissue paper does not weigh much, when hanging several pompoms, every little bit counts, so place a secure one to avoid problems.
If you want to reuse the pompoms in other decorations or events, try storing them in a large box to prevent them from getting crushed. These decorations are an economical and versatile solution to create a cheerful and personalized atmosphere in any child's room.
Source - It is an original idea found in The Ideas Room
