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How to Make a Fabric Pom Pom Pen

August 27, 2020 By: Katie35 Comments

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Do you love pens too? I know I’m not alone because my mom and sister have a love of pens too.  

Recently, I was with my sister and she was cleaning out her purse and she had handfuls of pens hiding in every nook and cranny of that little purse.

My pen fetish is a little bit different because my favorite type of pens are novelty pens.  You know the strange ones that are near the checkout counters or at the dollar store?  I have had pinwheel pens, monster pens, squeaking pens, light-up pens and I use them all.  I love to show off my new pens at work and my coworkers have come to expect this strange behavior from me.

The other day, one of my coworkers was given this totally awesome pom pom pen and I knew I just had to make my own. 

Supplies Used to Make a Fabric Pom Pom Pen

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  • Fabric Scraps 1/4-inch wide
  • Rotary Cutter
  • Ball Point Pens
  • Washi Tape
  • Hot Glue Gun
fabric strips and a rotary cutter. supplies used to make project

How to Make a Fabric Pom Pom

Begin by getting the fabric scraps together and cut strips of fabric that are about 1/4 inch wide.  Cut the strips on the long side of a scrap piece so the strips can be nice and long.

wrapping fabric straps around four fingers

Next, wrapped the long strips around four fingers and kept adding more and more strips.  The more strips that you add the fluffier your pom-pom is will be.

fabric straps looped and tied in the center

Carefully remove the wrapped strips of fabric off of your fingers. With another strip of fabric, tie a not tightly around the center.

cutting the loops to create a fabric pom pom

Then take a pair of scissors and cut the loops on both sides of the knot.

a colorful fabric pom pom

After a little bit of fluffing, you will have a great little pom pom! Now to turn it into a pen!

washi tape wrapped around an ink pen

After you finish the pom-pom top,  pick out some fun washi tape and wrap it around a pen in.  

Put a big dollop of hot glue in the center of the pom-pom and attach it to the end of the pen. 

fabric pom pom pen next to a purple bucket

I love my new pens, and I think I will make some to give to my kid’s teachers too!

What is your favorite type of pens? Share and leave a comment below!

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Comments

  1. Tammy Chrzan says

    August 16, 2013 at 6:06 am

    So cute! Those would make the cutest teacher gifts!!
    My mom takes pride in collecting (I won’t say stealing) the pens at Doctors offices! It’s funny! And her and I are both obsessed with pens… especially ones that write so beautifully thin and perfectly:)
    You’re not alone in your obsession!
    Tammy x

    Reply
  2. [email protected] says

    August 16, 2013 at 2:03 pm

    These are adorable! As a teacher, I’d love one because it’s super cute and the students wouldn’t be able to mistake it as their own.

    Reply
  3. Jillian @ Hi! It's Jilly says

    August 19, 2013 at 8:20 pm

    Wow! I love these! I can see my kids really getting a kick out of them! Pinning! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Makeiteasycrafts.blogspot.com says

    August 21, 2013 at 1:00 pm

    Neat, a unique change from the usual flower pens you see everywhere! 😉

    Reply
  5. Artsy VaVa says

    August 21, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    I love the pens! Will definitely make some! Pinning.

    Reply
  6. Lisa says

    August 22, 2013 at 1:23 pm

    This is so pretty! I need some of these at work so everyone can be jealous of my pens 🙂

    Reply
  7. Sarah & Brooke says

    August 23, 2013 at 12:53 am

    So cute and easy to do! Thanks for the idea 😉

    Reply
  8. Allison {A Glimpse Inside} says

    August 23, 2013 at 5:26 am

    Super cute Katie! So simple too!
    Thanks for linking up to this week’s Catch a Glimpse party. I’ll be featuring this tomorrow. 🙂

    Reply
  9. Kassi Mortensen says

    August 23, 2013 at 1:58 pm

    I LOVE these and WILL be making some soon!!! Thanks for sharing at Fancy This Fridays! We featured you today! 😉

    Reply
  10. Ruth Soukup says

    August 23, 2013 at 8:54 pm

    What a fun idea!! I think anyone would love to sit down and write a letter or list or plan a party with a super cute pen like this! Thanks for linking up to Thrifty Thursday!

    Reply
  11. Robin says

    August 24, 2013 at 10:42 am

    I’m Robin and I’m cohosting Monday Funday this round, so happy to find your delightful blog! I love the pens, what a great party favor those would make!!!
    Happy Day~
    Robin
    All Things Heart and Home

    Reply
  12. Rachel - Adventures of a DIY Mom says

    August 26, 2013 at 5:08 pm

    So fun! I’m featuring this at Terrific Tuesdays.

    Reply
  13. SWEET HAUTE for Sweet Haute says

    August 26, 2013 at 4:35 pm

    Thank you for sharing this on Thursday SWEET HAUTE Share! These came out great!!!!!!

    Christina at
    SWEET HAUTE

    Reply
  14. Denise Stain says

    August 27, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    So adorable. Love the fabrics!

    Reply
  15. Mel Lockcuff says

    September 2, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    These are so cute! I love the colors of the fabrics, and the Washi tape is a great idea! Featuring in this week’s Inspire Me Wednesday!

    Reply
  16. Julie Pauley says

    November 29, 2013 at 4:40 am

    I had to pin and post this…my girls will LOVE these! Thanks for such a great tutorial:)

    Reply
  17. Pamela says

    June 2, 2014 at 7:28 pm

    I found you at Manic Monday Linking Party. I Love these! So cute and easy! I am looking forward to making some.

    Reply
  18. Andrea-Thandi says

    August 13, 2014 at 2:38 am

    Love it! so cute 🙂

    Reply
  19. Melinda @Home.Made.Interest says

    August 13, 2014 at 2:09 pm

    Stopping by from Whatever Goes Wednesday link party. Love these and they look super easy to make. This would be great for my store for guests to sign there credit card receipt and my son’s teachers. Pinning!

    Reply
  20. Jeanette says

    August 14, 2014 at 8:38 pm

    Those are just adorable! Would be perfect for any holiday! Pinning this one!

    Reply
  21. Ginnie says

    August 16, 2014 at 11:17 am

    These are adorable, and they’d make a super fun gift!

    Reply
  22. Michal says

    August 16, 2014 at 4:36 pm

    That is such a lovely idea! Thanks or sharing
    Visiting from Say G’day 🙂

    Reply
  23. Adrian says

    August 18, 2014 at 11:07 am

    These are so cute! Pinning so I can make some for my daughters pencils for school:) Thanks for sharing them at the Teach Me Tuesday Linky Party!

    Reply
  24. Mandee @ Reservations For Five says

    August 18, 2014 at 6:55 pm

    I love your pens!! I also love using fabric in projects. This will be great for me to try. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  25. Kelly says

    August 18, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    So super cute. I love-love-love crafting with fabric scraps. These pens are adorable! Thanks so much for sharing at the party. Hugs!

    Reply
  26. Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above says

    August 19, 2014 at 1:28 pm

    These are cute. Thanks so much for sharing with Wednesday’s Adorned From Above Link Party.
    Debi @ Adorned From Above

    Reply
  27. Mindie Hilton says

    August 20, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    Featuring Friday!!!

    Reply
  28. Ashley @ 3 Little Greenwoods says

    August 21, 2014 at 5:45 pm

    Super cute and fun! Perfect for a happy gift! Pinning!

    Thanks for sharing on Show-Licious!
    ~ Ashley

    Reply
  29. LuAnn Meyer says

    August 28, 2016 at 6:53 am

    The pom pom pens are cute! I will attempt some for my Operation Christmas Child shoebox items. Thanks!!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      August 28, 2016 at 8:04 am

      I am so glad that you like them LuAnn! These pens would be perfect for shoe box gifts!

      Reply
  30. Vasudha S says

    August 29, 2016 at 7:57 am

    So Cute and Adorable. I think my kids will love them if I do one of these..

    Reply
  31. Edye says

    August 29, 2016 at 9:42 am

    What a fun way to dress up pens! Love it 😀

    Blessings,
    Edye | http://gracefulcoffee.wordpress.com

    Reply
  32. Christine says

    September 1, 2016 at 5:52 am

    Loving those cute pens, and thanks for the roundup of what to do with my leftover fabric scraps. Love it!

    Thanks for joining the DI & DI Link Party, we really enjoyed having you and hope you liked it too!

    Reply
    • Katie says

      September 1, 2016 at 7:37 am

      Thanks Christine! Thanks for the great party each week!

      Reply

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