Pom-Pom Design and Creation
A course by Christine Leech, Author, Maker, and Crafter
Learn how to make colorful pom-poms and craft them into a unique decorative wreath
Step into the bright and colorful world of pom-poms with Christine Leech, author, crafter, and self-proclaimed princess of pom-poms. From basic techniques to intricate designs with hearts and flowers, learn the secrets to creating beautiful pom-poms with the theme and colors perfect for any festive occasion.
In this course, discover how to build a wreath made of colorful pom-poms. Choose your color palette and balance different sizes and styles of pom-poms to create a unique project that will brighten up any space. Learn the basics of pom-pom creation and see how to apply your new skills to other creative pieces that can be given to family and friends.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 19 downloads
What's included in this course?
Get started by meeting Christine and learning about how her obsession with pom-poms began. See how a simple conversation with her publisher about pom-poms became a new book and how Christine began exploring the formats and challenges that pom-poms offer. Then, take a quick look at the topics that are covered in this course.
Start your pom-pom making journey by learning the basics of pom-pom creation. Christine shows you some of her favorite pom-pom wreaths from the archives and goes through the materials you need to get started. She reveals some of her secrets for selecting the best yarn before explaining how to use color palettes and how to find inspiration for new projects.
Start making your pom-poms with the pom-pom makers. See some of Christine’s tricks for using other household items as pom-pom makers and get some tips on trimming your pom-poms to achieve a perfect finish.
Finally, bring it all together in the form of a beautiful pom-pom wreath. Learn how to cover the base of the wreath with a simple crochet-style knot and see the best way to place your pom-poms. You can cover the whole wreath in pom-poms or be more selective and choose only the most eye-catching. Then, learn how to make a hanging hook for your wreath and discover some alternative ways to use your pom-pom skills for decorating your home or wardrobe.
- 98% positive reviews (262)
- 6,013 students
- 15 lessons (2h 43m)
- 19 additional resources (9 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish (Latam), French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
For your final project, create a pom-pom wreath approximately 25cm in diameter that is personalized with your own theme and color scheme. You will make about 20 pom-poms to complete the wreath.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone who likes to make things with their hands, would like to learn a new skill, or has an interest in pom-poms. If you already have some experience making pom-poms, this course will introduce new techniques and help you refine your skills.
Requirements and materials
No previous skills are needed to take this course—just a love of yarn, some imagination, and a desire to have fun with pom-poms.
Materials needed include: a selection of different colored yarn, pom-pom makers, a small scissors, a dressmaking scissors, and a glue gun.
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Christine Leech
A course by Christine Leech
Christine Leech is a multidisciplinary crafter and best-selling author with more than fifteen years of experience designing and art directing for magazines. She has written books on a variety of topics, including paper and printing, sewing home furnishings, felt and embroidery, and of course, pom-poms.
She has collaborated with a long list of brands and magazines, including Lovecrafts, Prima, Togetherband, John Lewis, and Marie Claire. Christine is passionate about making creative decorations that are bright and full of color, especially projects that use recycled materials and are respectful of the environment.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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What Will We Do On This Course?
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U2
What Is a Pompom Wreath
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What Is a Pompom Wreath
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Yarns and Pompom Kits
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Colour Palette
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U3
How to Make Pompoms
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Make a Basic Pompom
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How to Make Stripe Pompoms
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How to Make a Spot Pompom 1
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How to Make a Spot Pompom 2
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How to Make Heart Pompoms
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How to Make Flower Pompoms
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U4
How to Make a Wreath
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How to Make the Wreath Base and Cover It
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Designing
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Building the Wreath
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FP
Final project
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Pom-Pom Design and Creation
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers basic to advanced pom-pom and wreath making techniques, with step-by-step instructions for all skill levels.
You’ll need yarn (DK, mohair, or eco-friendly), scissors, cardboard or a pom-pom maker, glue or a yarn needle, and a wreath base. Optional: felt, color pegs, and digital palette tools.
You’ll learn how to create pom-poms in various patterns, select color palettes, assemble decorative wreaths, use different yarns and tools, and personalize your projects with advanced techniques.
You can create pom-poms by winding yarn around a cardboard template or a fork, tying it securely, and trimming it to shape. The course covers these easy DIY methods in detail.
Yes, the course teaches how to wrap and layer different colored yarns to make striped, spotted, or motif pom-poms, including techniques for clear patterns and even trimming.
You’ll learn to build color palettes using inspiration from books, movies, and travel photos, plus how to organize and test colors with mood boards and digital tools.
The course covers decorating wreaths for holidays, making garlands, headbands, and other home decor projects, plus tips for matching crafts to your room style and gifting.
Inspiring and very easy to understand. Its a good activity for mindfulness.
Me encantó el curso. Tiene técnicas novedosas que no me imaginaba que existían. Sobre todo me encantó el entusiasmo y el amor que tiene la profesora por los pompones, transmite sus ganas de crear!
A great course for beginners. The rules are explained in a simple and clear way. After the course, you can create beautiful compositions.
And the Instructor has amazing energy — she’s a pleasure to listen to 🙂
Un súper curso, muy didáctico y divertido. Lo recomiendo.
Muy buen curso y muy bien explicado. Me ha gustado mucho!