Bring back the nostalgia of pompoms
Remember those charming ankle socks adorned with pompoms that were all the rage in the 1980s? Well, they’re trendy once again! Let’s add some flair to our socks by crafting cute pompoms. This delightful DIY project is perfect for a fun activity with kids, and the end results are absolutely adorable.
What you’ll need
- A pair of sockettes
- Scissors
- A small ball of yarn
- Embroidery thread
- An embroidery thread needle
- Djeco Pompom Maker (ideal for kids!) or a standard four-prong fork
Instructions
Step 1
Start by deciding how you want to personalize your ankle socks. What color of thread do you want to use? You can opt for multiple pompoms or stick to a classic style with a single pompom.
Step 2
If you’re using a pompom maker, follow the instructions provided in the kit. If not, take a household fork and wrap yarn around its prongs about 40-50 times. The more wraps you make, the larger the pompom will be.
Step 3
Take a piece of yarn approximately 10-15 cm long, and insert it between the second and third prong of the fork, going under and around the top of the wrapped yarn. Tie a secure knot.
Step 4
Cut through the yarn loops on both sides of the fork. You can do this while the yarn is still on the fork or gently slip it off first and then cut the loops.
Step 5
Your pompom is now ready! Use scissors to trim it into a perfectly round shape, or to make it smaller as desired.
Step 6
Repeat the process to create a second, third, or even fourth pompom!
Step 7
Now it’s time to attach your pompoms to the socks. Thread your needle with embroidery thread without tying a knot. Begin by inserting the needle from the inside back of the sock to the top front, then back down through the top front in a looping motion.
Step 8
Center your pompom within the loop created. Pull the ends of the thread tight on the inside back and secure it with a knot to keep the pompom attached to the back of each sock. Repeat this for additional socks.
Step 9 (optional)
For an extra touch, consider adding embroidery along the top edges of your socks or crafting additional pompoms instead of just one. Enjoy your creative sock transformation!