Creating Easter egg-shaped pom poms is a delightful and engaging activity for your toddler. This craft allows for creativity and helps develop fine motor skills.
Materials Needed
- Coloured yarn in various shades
- Scissors
- Cardboard or a pom pom maker
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Optional: plastic needle for weaving in yarn ends
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Create a Template
- If not using a pom pom maker, draw an oval shape on cardboard to represent the egg.
- Cut out two identical oval pieces.
Step 2: Prepare the Yarn
- Select your desired yarn colours.
- For solid-coloured eggs, choose one colour; for patterns like stripes or polka dots, select multiple colours.
Step 3: Wrap the Yarn
- Place the two cardboard ovals together.
- Begin wrapping the yarn around the ovals evenly.
- For solid colours: Continue wrapping until the desired thickness is achieved.
- For stripes: Alternate colours every few layers to create bands.
- For polka dots: Wrap small sections with a contrasting colour intermittently.
Step 4: Secure the Centre
- Once adequately wrapped, carefully cut the yarn along the outer edge of the ovals.
- Slide a separate piece of yarn between the two ovals and tie it tightly around the centre to secure the bundle.
Step 5: Shape the Pom Pom
- Remove the cardboard templates.
- Fluff out the yarn and trim it into an egg shape, tapering one end to form the top of the egg.
Step 6: Final Touches
- Ensure all yarn pieces are securely tied.
- Use a plastic needle to weave in any loose ends if necessary.
Tips
- For a more defined egg shape, trim gradually and rotate the pom pom as you work.
- Engage your toddler by letting them choose colours and assist with wrapping the yarn.
