So, last week, I showed you how to create a pompom with very simple instructions. This week, I’ll show you how to create a rug out of those pompoms. These rugs can be filled in as much as you want and be in any shape, size, or color you want. They’re perfect for a dorm living or just a cute little fuzzy thing to decorate your room. You will need: Non-slip rug backing or latch hook canvas, your pompoms, scissors, and your hands.
1. Set up your rug backing in a comfortable working spot. I used my lap for one of my rugs, but for this rug, I used a table for the purpose for taking pictures. If you use a table, get a chair and clear off an area large enough for your rug.
2. Pick a spot and start tying them on. Since I have a square rug, I started in the top corner. Start by threading the long pieces of yarn that you tied the pompom together with through the backing’s holes. Flip over to the back and tie the pompom into a simple knot or a double knot to be more secure.
3. Follow a pattern or go crazy. For my first rug, I went crazy and just went with random pompoms that I chose from my plastic bags. With the second rug (pictured), I followed a pattern.
4. Continue tying on your pompoms. Just continue tying on more and more pompoms. You might have to go back through and add more between your pompoms just in case it isn’t fluffy enough for you or you can feel the rug backing when you step on it.
5. When done, flip the rug over and tighten the knots and cut the threads down. The long threads of yarn will untangle themselves and knot up with the others. If you want, you can tape the knots down with masking tape to have more security in ensuring that the knots will not come undone.
6. Trim the backing up if there is extra on the ends. This is purely an aesthetic thing. If you want to add more pompoms on the ends that are leftover, go for it. This craft is completely up to you!
7. Enjoy the rug! Put it somewhere where you know it will be appreciated! Your hard work was worth it! Pictured here is my first rug, completed. I ran out of pompoms of a certain color while making the second rug that was pictured prior.
