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Make Perfect Pom-Pom’s Everytime

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Who says you need a fancy pom-pom maker to make perfect pom-poms?

With just a terra cotta pot and two clothespins, you can create fluffy, perfectly round pom-poms every time! This method is quick, eco-friendly, and oddly satisfying—let’s dive in.

I have an abundance of terra cotta pots because I LOVE painting these flower pots and using them for all kinds of projects. This happened to work out perfectly for these pom-poms, and now my wheels are turning to see what else I can come up with!

I got this yarn at the Dollar Tree, so this was a very inexpensive DIY for a rainy day!

Three skeins of pastel yarn in pink, cream, and teal are placed in front of two small terracotta pots with clothespins clipped on their rims. The background shows stacked plates and blue patterned china on a wooden surface.

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What You’ll Need

  • Small terra cotta pot (3-4” diameter works best)
  • 2 wooden clothespins
  • Yarn (any weight or color)
  • Scissors

DIY Pom-Pom Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Secure Your Yarn

Clip two clothespins on the rim of your terra cotta pot, opposite each other. These will hold your yarn in place while you wrap.

Step 2: Start Wrapping

Tuck the end of your yarn through the top of one clothespin, then start wrapping around the clothespins. Not too tight, but not so loose it will slip off. The more you wrap, the denser your pom-pom will be! (Pro tip: For a super fluffy pom-pom, wrap at least 100 times.)

Step 3: Tie It Off

Once you’re happy with the thickness, carefully slide the clothespins off the pot (they’ll stay together, thanks to the clothespins!). Loop about 6 inches of your yarn and get 5 or 6 strands together to tie the middle as tightly as possible—this is the key to a secure pom-pom.

Step 4: Snip & Fluff

Grab your scissors and cut through all the loops on both ends. Shake it out, then trim any uneven strands for a perfectly round finish.

A terracotta pot with clothes pegs attached to its rim holds a loop of teal yarn. A hand holds part of the yarn above the pot. Blue and white ceramic items are in the background on a wooden surface.
A terracotta pot is on a table with blue yarn stretched across it, held by two clothespins attached to the rim. In the background are decorative blue and white pottery pieces, including a pitcher and a teacup.
A terracotta pot with teal yarn wrapped around two wooden sticks, creating a makeshift yarn holder. In the background are stacked plates with blue designs. A hand lightly pulls the yarn.
A hand holding a piece of teal yarn wrapped around a small stick, with yarn secured by a wooden clip. The setup is placed in a brown bowl on a wooden surface. A ceramic container with a blue design is partially visible in the background.
Hand holding teal yarn unwound from a skein placed over a clay pot with clothespins. Scissors and a blue and white teapot are in the background on a wooden table.
A hand holds teal yarn above a homemade yarn holder made from a terracotta pot and two sticks. Behind are scissors and a cup with a blue design, set against a framed picture.
A teal yarn spool rests in a small terracotta bowl, with some yarn unwound. Clothespins hold the yarn in place. Scissors lie nearby on a wooden table with blue-patterned crockery in the background.
A terracotta pot on a wooden surface holds a bundle of teal yarn tied neatly with multiple loops. The yarn rests on the pot's rim, with some segments draping over a nearby glass piece.
Blue yarn wrapped around clothespins, resembling a skein, on a wooden surface. Loose strands extend from the top and bottom.
A bundle of green yarn is wrapped around clothespins, lying on a wooden surface. Two strands of yarn hang loosely. A pair of metal scissors with brass-colored handles is partially visible beside the yarn.
A hand holding teal yarn and a wooden dowel, cutting the yarn with black kitchen scissors. Plates and a blue-patterned jug are in the background on a wooden surface.
A hand holding a large teal yarn pom-pom on a table. Scissors, a small clay pot, a chalk, and stacked plates are also visible in the background.

Why This Method Works

  • No special tools are required—just everyday items!
  • The pot’s shape and size help to create a full, even pom-pom.
  • Clothespins keep your yarn in place, making wrapping a breeze.
  • Very little wasted yarn with this method.
A small terracotta pot, a pair of black scissors, teal yarn pieces, and wooden clothespins are arranged on a wooden surface.

Pom-Pom Tips

  • Mix colors by wrapping two yarns together.
  • Go jumbo by using a larger pot.
  • Make fluffy or loose pom-poms depending on your project.
  • You can use this method to make tassels as well.
Close-up of colorful yarn pom poms with shades of blue, pink, green, and yellow, unwinding in front of a terracotta clay pot. In the background, another smaller clay pot is slightly visible. The setting is a wooden table.

Who knew a humble flower pot could be the secret to perfect pom-poms? This method is fast, fun, and foolproof—no more floppy or uneven pom-poms!

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7 Comments

  1. So clever!!! I love genius hacks like this — spending my crafting budget and crafting space on supplies instead of tools that I probably do’t really need. Thanks for sharing this great craft hack!

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  2. What a great idea for making poms! My pom maker is about ready to bite the dust so I am excited to learn this hack. Thank you, Amy!

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  3. Amy, you are a clever crafter indeed! Thanks for sharing this useful technique to make pom-poms. I have everything on hand and will give it a try!

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  4. Thanks for sharing an inexpensive and fun way to make pom poms! I’m going to use this hack the next time I make tassels! That multi-colored yarn is fabulous! Happy Spring!

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  5. Amy, this is such a clever idea for making large pom poms! The clothes pins are perfect for holding the yarn in place! I love the pretty multi-color pom pom you made! Thanks so much for sharing!

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  6. Amy, my grandkids and I are going to make some pom-poms this weekend. Thank you for this great inexpensive way to make them. They will have tons of fun making them.

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  7. Hi Amy! This is such a clever idea and a cost effective way to make pom poms. It’s perfect for the holidays, to embellish gifts or make ornaments. Thanks for all the added tips (like mixing different yarn colors). Definitely going to try this!

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