Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Sweet Tissue Paper Pom Poms

Thanks go out to the Martha Stewart Site for the great How To




Introduction

These dahlialike pom-poms appear to float in the air; in reality, they are hung from the ceiling with monofilament, imparting a cheerful radiance to any party.
You can also buy a Tissue Paper Pom-Pom Kit from Martha Stewart Crafts.
















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Step 1

Stack eight 20-by-30-inch sheets of tissue. Make 1 1/2-inch-wide accordion folds, creasing with each fold.


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Step 2

Fold an 18-inch piece of floral wire in half, and slip over center of folded tissue; twist. With scissors, trim ends of tissue into rounded or pointy shapes.







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Step 3

Separate layers, pulling away from center one at a time.




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Step 4

Bend wire into a loop to fit around napkin, and twist end around loop to secure.





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