Learn how to make pom pom pens with this tutorial. Fun pens make great teacher gifts and are a fun kids craft. A simple DIY craft tutorial idea.
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Do you love pens too? I know I’m not alone because my mom and sister love pens too. Recently, I was with my sister and she was cleaning out her purse and she seriously 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 the 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. So I did, and of course, I am sharing it with you because let’s face it, you are some of my favorite people.
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1/4-inch wide
I started by getting my fabric scraps together and cut strips of fabric that were about 1/4 inch wide. I cut the strips on the longest side of the scrap of fabric so the strips could be nice and long.
I wrapped the long strips around my four fingers and kept adding more and more strips. the more strips that you add the fluffier your pom-pom is going to be.
I carefully removed the wrapped strips off of my fingers and with another strip tied a not tightly around the center.
Then I took my trusty pair of scissors and cut the loops on both sides of the knot.
After a little bit of fluffing, I had this great pom-pom! Now to turn it into a pen!
After I finished the pom-pom top, I picked out some fun washi tape to wrap the pen in. Put a big dollop of hot glue in the center of the pom-pom and attach to the end of the pen. That is there is too it. So Easy!
I love my new pens, and I think I will make some to give to my kid’s teachers too!
What are your favorite type of pens? Share and leave a comment below!
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Tammy Chrzan says
August 16, 2013 at 6:06 amSo 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
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August 16, 2013 at 2:03 pmThese 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.
Jillian @ Hi! It's Jilly says
August 19, 2013 at 8:20 pmWow! I love these! I can see my kids really getting a kick out of them! Pinning! 🙂
Makeiteasycrafts.blogspot.com says
August 21, 2013 at 1:00 pmNeat, a unique change from the usual flower pens you see everywhere! 😉
Artsy VaVa says
August 21, 2013 at 1:21 pmI love the pens! Will definitely make some! Pinning.
Lisa says
August 22, 2013 at 1:23 pmThis is so pretty! I need some of these at work so everyone can be jealous of my pens 🙂
Sarah & Brooke says
August 23, 2013 at 12:53 amSo cute and easy to do! Thanks for the idea 😉
Allison {A Glimpse Inside} says
August 23, 2013 at 5:26 amSuper cute Katie! So simple too!
Thanks for linking up to this week’s Catch a Glimpse party. I’ll be featuring this tomorrow. 🙂
Kassi Mortensen says
August 23, 2013 at 1:58 pmI LOVE these and WILL be making some soon!!! Thanks for sharing at Fancy This Fridays! We featured you today! 😉 http://www.trulylovelyblog.net/2013/08/fancy-this-fridays-141-and-features/
Ruth Soukup says
August 23, 2013 at 8:54 pmWhat 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!
Robin says
August 24, 2013 at 10:42 amI’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
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SWEET HAUTE for Sweet Haute says
August 26, 2013 at 4:35 pmThank you for sharing this on Thursday SWEET HAUTE Share! These came out great!!!!!!
Christina at
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Rachel - Adventures of a DIY Mom says
August 26, 2013 at 5:08 pmSo fun! I’m featuring this at Terrific Tuesdays.
Denise Stain says
August 27, 2013 at 5:10 pmSo adorable. Love the fabrics!
Mel Lockcuff says
September 2, 2013 at 9:46 pmThese 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!
Julie Pauley says
November 29, 2013 at 4:40 amI had to pin and post this…my girls will LOVE these! Thanks for such a great tutorial:)
Pamela says
June 2, 2014 at 7:28 pmI found you at Manic Monday Linking Party. I Love these! So cute and easy! I am looking forward to making some.
Andrea-Thandi says
August 13, 2014 at 2:38 amLove it! so cute 🙂
Melinda @Home.Made.Interest says
August 13, 2014 at 2:09 pmStopping 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!
Jeanette says
August 14, 2014 at 8:38 pmThose are just adorable! Would be perfect for any holiday! Pinning this one!
Ginnie says
August 16, 2014 at 11:17 amThese are adorable, and they’d make a super fun gift!
Michal says
August 16, 2014 at 4:36 pmThat is such a lovely idea! Thanks or sharing
Visiting from Say G’day 🙂
Adrian says
August 18, 2014 at 11:07 amThese 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!
Mandee @ Reservations For Five says
August 18, 2014 at 6:55 pmI love your pens!! I also love using fabric in projects. This will be great for me to try. Thanks so much for sharing!
Kelly says
August 18, 2014 at 7:19 pmSo super cute. I love-love-love crafting with fabric scraps. These pens are adorable! Thanks so much for sharing at the party. Hugs!
Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above says
August 19, 2014 at 1:28 pmThese are cute. Thanks so much for sharing with Wednesday’s Adorned From Above Link Party.
Debi @ Adorned From Above
Mindie Hilton says
August 20, 2014 at 6:51 pmFeaturing Friday!!!
Ashley @ 3 Little Greenwoods says
August 21, 2014 at 5:45 pmSuper cute and fun! Perfect for a happy gift! Pinning!
Thanks for sharing on Show-Licious!
~ Ashley
LuAnn Meyer says
August 28, 2016 at 6:53 amThe pom pom pens are cute! I will attempt some for my Operation Christmas Child shoebox items. Thanks!!
Katie says
August 28, 2016 at 8:04 amI am so glad that you like them LuAnn! These pens would be perfect for shoe box gifts!
Vasudha S says
August 29, 2016 at 7:57 amSo Cute and Adorable. I think my kids will love them if I do one of these..
Edye says
August 29, 2016 at 9:42 amWhat a fun way to dress up pens! Love it 😀
Blessings,
Edye | http://gracefulcoffee.wordpress.com
Christine says
September 1, 2016 at 5:52 amLoving 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!
Katie says
September 1, 2016 at 7:37 amThanks Christine! Thanks for the great party each week!