-
Egg Pompom + Clover News by Vickie Howell
For years now (seriously, over a decade), I’ve used Clover brand tools more than any other for my knitting, crochet, and general notions needs. Their bamboo, Takumi needles are a staple item in my studio (I love the way wool sliding off bamboo feels), and 9 times out of 10 if I need a large-eyed yarn needle or a stitch holder, Clover’s going to be the name on the one I grab from the shelves. That said, I’m thrilled to announce that I am now their, Yarn Arts Ambassador! In…
-
Our Basket Is Full
Our Basket is Full We have been crafting up a storm and now our baskets are full and ready to go for this weekend. Pom-Pom’s, Felting, Flower Frills, Kanzashi’s and more, when you’re using Clover crafting tools the possibilities are endless! Our little friend was made using Clover’s Pom Pom makers, shaping and piecing the pom pom together allows you to create all kinds of furry friends. The Single Needle Felting tool allowed us to detail the felted eggs. The 3-D designs and embellishments were easily created with the “pinpoint”…
-
Pom Pom’s in Bloom
Pom Pom Flower Fun Pom Pom’s are a great way to use up any leftover yarn. What’s even better is that you can create “images” inside your Pom Pom depending on how you wind the yarn. Clover’s Pom Pom makers make it easy! Have you tried to create unique designs with your Pom Pom Maker? We’d love to see! For more Pom Pom inspiration: Clover’s Pinterest Clover’s YouTube Pom Pom Maker
-
Easter Bunny Pom Pom
Easter Bunny Pom Pom Help your little bunnies make this fun and easy spring project made with Clover’s Pom Pom Makers.With a little yarn, felt, and Pom Pom makers you’ll be able to get your Spring crafting in bloom! Small Pom Pom Makers (Item 3124) were used for this project, but any size will do. The bunny head was made with the smaller sized Pom Pom and the body was made with the slightly bigger one. Bunny ears were cut from felt as well as a cute little nose. Two black…
-
Make It Monday- Pom Pom Makers
Seeing as how Fall is right around the corner, today we thought we’d share with you some “spooky” inspiration. Click here for our Kids Crafts Halloween Series instructions to make Friendly Ghosts, Spooky Spiders, and some Pumpkin Decor with Clover’s Pom Pom Makers. Our Pom Pom Makers come in an assortment of sizes from X-Small to X-Large and let’s not forget the adorable heart shaped ones as well. Finished sizes range from 3/4″-4 1/2″. Change up the look of your finished Pom Pom by mixing fibers, using ribbon, or…
-
Friday Finds – Fabric Flowers
We enjoyed sharing our flower making tools and projects with you all during April. Today we’re wrapping it all up with a few of the newest flower finds that found us swooning. Wearable Flower Wreath Tutorial by Emily Mother’s Day Pom-Pom Bouquet Tutorial by Mom Advice Fuzzy Flowers by Fiona Review of Clover Protect and Grip Thimbles by Everything is not Black & White Hand stitching is easier with a good thimble, so we included a recent review for you. Here’s the link to all Clover Thimbles if you’re in…
-
Watch Us Wednesday – Pom-Pom Hair Ties
We love the way Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots created these adorable hair ties using our Small Pom-Pom Maker. We especially like how she tied the hair elastic into the pom-pom before she removed it from the tool. She’s so clever! We hope you’re as inspired by her creativity as we are.
-
Make It Monday – Pom Pom Hydrangeas
Have you tried making pom-poms with fabric? It gives the pom-pom a whole new look, perfect for a spring bouquet. It’s easy to do if you use a rotary cutter to cut the fabric, and is a wonderful way to use scraps from quilting and sewing projects. Here’s the link to all the directions for the flowers shown on the left. The little trick to get the fluffy look is giving the pom-poms a trim at the end with pinking shears. It’s the little touches that make all the difference.…
-
Earth Day Finds
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle is the perfect way to honor the planet, and minimize our footprint. For those of us who craft and create, it’s a way of life. We’re always setting aside little found treasures to add into our next projects. You know you’re a true crafter when family and friends also squirrel away little treasures they think you might be able to use in your creations. Earth Day is a great time to share our thrifty ways. We’d love to hear about your found treasures and how you…
-
Friday Finds – Easter Baskets
Easter morning is right around the corner. and we found a few last minute basket fillers to share with you. Take a look around your crafty stash for the supplies you need to make a special surprise to tuck in with the chocolate bunnies. Pom-Pom Hair Ties from Maggie Pom-Pom Hair Clips from Alison Pom-Pom Chicks from Fiona French Knitter Jewelry from Terry The basket itself can be custom made using our Basket Frames as shown the photo up above. If you’re out of time to create a new project for…