Pomander balls, also known as kissing balls are typically crafted for fragrance, however today I’m going to show you how to create Fabric Pomander Balls in a few simple steps. Perfect for spring, these can be crafted for home decor, a special birthday gift, weddings, and more. With the versatility of crafting the Pomander Balls using fabrics in any color, the possibilities are endless.
DIY FABRIC POMANDER BALL INSTRUCTIONS
Supplies Needed:
- 60-2 inch x 2 inch fabric squares cut, using pinking shears, from coordinating fabric
- 1-2 inch Styrofoam ball
- Hot glue gun with additional glue sticks
- Pencil
Directions:
Step 1: Wrap fabric around pencil tip.
Step 2: Add a small amount of hot glue to tip of fabric.
Step 3: Insert pencil into Styrofoam ball. Remove pencil. Fabric will stay in place.
Step 4: Repeat until ball is completely covered. Fabric can be as close together or as far apart as you like.
Step 5: Cut a strip of fabric for the hanger. Fold strip of fabric in half and hot glue the ends together. Insert the hot-glued end of the fabric into the Styrofoam ball using the steps above.
Note: Cutting the fabric from pinking shears keeps the fabric from fraying on the edges and gives a nice look. Medium weight cottons work best, but play around and use a variety of fabrics. Everything from tulle to flannel has been used to make these.
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Tamara @ Provident Home Design says
This turned out very cute! Thanks for the tutorial. With 4 young kids I’m always on the look out for kid-friendly decor items!:-)
Sarah Coenen says
What a TERRIFIC idea!!!! Adorable and functional.
Debbie Shadid says
Great wedding idea.
Karen Glatt says
This is a really gorgeous Pomander ball that I want to make these with the colors that you chose. I would make a couple and hang them around.
Mary James says
I’m wondering if you wanted to add some fragrance just how would be the best way to do it?
Jennifer H says
Another reader suggested adding a bit of essential oil to the styrofoam before placing the fabric pieces in it. That may work. 🙂
alicia k says
these are super cute! great for a bday party
Anita L says
I’ve done many things with fabric, but this is really nice! I could use this idea in many ways! Thanks so much for sharing this fun idea 🙂
Janet W. says
What a cute craft to make! I love these cheerful colors you used!
helga says
that is so easy to make and very nice to look at. I love easy crafts.
Tammy S says
What a neat idea! I love how easy these are to make. Plus you can use whatever colors you want. Thanks for the idea.
Elaina says
How cute! I have to try these out for my daughter’s birthday party!
Cynthia R says
What a cute idea, and how knew it could be so easy as just sticking it in a ball.
Jara Christensen says
These are so great! I have SO many scraps of fabric and this would be such a cute way to reuse them!
Jennifer H says
absolutely! 🙂
joanna garcia says
This is too cute and great for a baby shower we are planning for a friend! it seems super easy! cannot wait to make them!
Jennifer H says
Yes, super easy and would make great decor/take home gifts for a baby shower. 🙂