Pom-Pom Valentine Centerpiece

8:07:00 PM

Did you know that I have a somewhat unhealthy fascination with pom-poms?

Or do you call them pompoms? Or maybe pompons?

Anyway, I think that they are super cute. I mean, despite the fact that my children [and cats!] think that they are toys, I insist on decorating with them, like I did here in my Pumpkin Garland. And I think that they make great decoration on gifts. I still love this little pom-pom  blanket that I made for my coworker’s little girl.

Anyway, I wanted to create a Valentine’s Day centerpiece, and given my love of pom-poms….well, you may be able to guess where this is heading.


I took an awesome little cache pot from Ikea. This little guy is cute without being overly girly--it's the Skurar plant pot, and at $3.99, it is a inexpensive investment...I can see me using this for all kinds of things!



Then I took a whole bunch of pom-poms I made using this technique I shared with you previously. In order to make the stems, I just pushed some pipe cleaners through the center of the pom-poms.


I wrapped a bunch of baker's twine that I found for cheap at Target around the planter. Yay Target Dollar Spot! Then, I used a baking soda and corn starch heart that I made at the same time as my Baking Soda Ornaments. 


I think it's the perfect touch to give a little "love" to the planter...I just used some twine to tie it on! After placing all my pom-pom flowers into the cache pot, the final touch were some curly dried twigs that I have had forever. And that's it! A sweet little Valentine's Day centerpiece!


Enjoy!




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Rachel manages to balance working as a full time architect and a full time mom of 3 girls by finding a creative outlet in DIY, crafts, and cooking.

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43 comments

  1. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 8:18 PM

    Looks so pretty!

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  2. VanessaJanuary 24, 2013 at 9:18 AM

    Hi, Rachel

    I just love this idea. So sweet. Found your lovely blog on Made in a day link party. Following you via email. Love for you to stop by www.homesweetbutterfly.com. Have a great day.

    Vanessa

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  3. The LiebersJanuary 24, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    So cute! I need your pompom instructions!

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    1. architectureofamomJanuary 24, 2013 at 1:23 PM

      I use a little plastic gizmo to make them...a pompom maker. Basically, its two round pieces of plastic with a hole in each of them. You just wrap them around the two pieces that have been place together, then cut the edges and tie the center. You can look here for my tutorial...(sort of...it shows some pictures) http://architectureofamom.blogspot.com/2012/09/fall-tablescape-with-pompom-pumpkins.html Thanks!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    Super cute! What a great pot to use! Your pompom display is adorable and so cute wrapped with the baker's twine and heart! Thanks for sharing where you found your fun supplies. I've not seen the twine at Target, but I love the Dollar Spot and will have to look closer next time. ♥

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  5. KC CoakeJanuary 24, 2013 at 8:30 PM

    Awww, it looks so cute! I, too, have an unhealthy obsession with pom poms! I have written quite a few posts that featured pom poms...maybe we need a support group! ;-)
    Take care,
    KC

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  6. Brenda @ Chatting Over ChocolateJanuary 24, 2013 at 10:22 PM

    This is so super cute!! Love it :)
    -Brenda @ChattingOverChocolate.blogspot.com

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  7. UnknownJanuary 24, 2013 at 11:03 PM

    That is so cute! You did a great job!

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  8. DanielleJanuary 25, 2013 at 12:15 AM

    TOOOO CUTE! And I love the twine too! I have some, and I've never seen it at Target - but I'll be keeping my eyes open now! I'm a new follower - Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

    Danielle
    SewMuchCrafting.com

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:05 AM

    You're so crafty, Rachel! Such a cute idea :)

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  10. AnnieJanuary 25, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Very pretty! I was going to make pompom to use as photo prop, when I'm done, I should decorate them like this!

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  11. KGJanuary 25, 2013 at 10:57 AM

    These are just way too cute.
    Thanks for the post. I am doing this to decorate my nightstand and give it a little love.

    BTW, I'm hosting a cute Valentine's day giveaway on my blog.Please visit and pass the word around.

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  12. RuthJanuary 25, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    So very cute. I love the pompoms and the cache pot. Too cute.
    Ruth

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  13. Carrie @ My Favorite FindsJanuary 25, 2013 at 9:15 PM

    So cute Rachel! Love it! Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects

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  14. UnknownJanuary 26, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    I found you from the Strut Your Stuff link up. Your pom-pom idea is super cute. I just started a new Saturday Spotlight Linky Party on my blog this week, and would love to have you stop by and share! http://angelshomestead.com/saturday-spotlight-1/

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2013 at 8:21 AM

    This is so cute! And at $3.99 what a great deal. I wonder if I can whip some up before my dinner party tomorrow. Now you have me thinking.

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  16. jamie @ [kreyv]January 26, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    Super cute! Thanks for sharing!

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  17. UnknownJanuary 26, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    Love it!

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  18. Leigh Anne WilkesJanuary 26, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    I have a bit of a thing for pom poms too! Would love for you to come over and share at my linky party Finding the Pretty & Delicious Linky Party.
    http://www.yourhomebasedmom.com/finding-the-pretty-delicious-linky-party-2/

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2013 at 6:02 PM

    Turned out so great!

    Visiting from SITS today. :)

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  20. K. Elizabeth @ YUMMommyJanuary 26, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    What a cool idea! Love it. This would make a easy and simple craft to do with older kids too. Thanks for sharing.

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2013 at 2:27 AM

    Loving the pom pom centerpiece! I used some for napkin holders for a Dr Seuss party. I love these with the little swirly pieces.

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  22. AiringMyLaundryJanuary 27, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    That is very cute! I could probably do that.

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  23. StephanieJanuary 27, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    So cute and creative! I love the pom pom centerpiece :)

    Visiting from Craft-O-Maniac.
    Have a lovely week.

    Hugs,
    Stephanie

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  24. UnknownJanuary 27, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    Love the pom pom centerpiece-Gives me ideas! : )

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  25. Jennifer @ Delightfully NotedJanuary 27, 2013 at 11:52 PM

    Oh I love this! Unique and creative.

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  26. AnonymousJanuary 28, 2013 at 12:48 AM

    I LOVE it!!! I have a newly found obsession with pom poms. They are just too cute!!! I want to put them on everything! Hahah!

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  27. Natasha Mairs - Serenity YouJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:29 AM

    how cute

    would love it if you could share this on my link party

    Natasha @ www.serenityyou.com

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  28. VanessaJanuary 28, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    Looks good! Now I have another justifiable excuse to buy some bakers twine.

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  29. annies homeJanuary 28, 2013 at 3:48 PM

    love it so pretty and these will last so much longer come see what I shared at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

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  30. Our Pinteresting FamilyJanuary 28, 2013 at 9:04 PM

    Such a beautiful idea! I love the poms. :)

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  31. Adorned From AboveJanuary 30, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    This is so cute. What a great idea. I have a link party called Wednesdays Adorned From Above Blog Hop and would love to have you share this and any other posts with everyone. It runs from Tuesday night through midnight Sunday. Here is the link to the party.
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com/2013/01/wednesdays-adorned-from-above-blog-hop_29.html
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above

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  32. The Style SistersJanuary 30, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Really cute idea! Come link up to centerpiece Wednesday on my log and share this cute idea. Karin

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  33. JenJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    So cute, I love the added touch of your baking soda ornament! I'm going to have to try and make some of those!

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    1. architectureofamomJanuary 31, 2013 at 7:35 AM

      You really should try them...super easy & a great craft to do with kids!

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  34. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2013 at 12:31 AM

    LOOOOVE it!!!! Fun!
    http://atozebracelebrations.com/2013/01/link-party-5.html
    Nancy

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  35. April HoffJanuary 31, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    This is so cute! I have all of the "ingredients" to do this, and I've been looking for some centerpiece inspiration! Thanks for sharing this! :) Pinning it!

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  36. Brooke January 31, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    So Cute!! I'm really into pom poms lately. What a great way to use them. Thanks so much for sharing! Have a great day!

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  37. Julie M.February 1, 2013 at 9:02 AM

    Cute idea! Thanks for submitting this to our Sweets For My Sweetie Link-up on Natural and Free, Glued To My Crafts and Vanessa's Place! :)

    Have a great weekend!

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  38. VanessaFebruary 4, 2013 at 3:15 PM

    So cute! I love poms poms and making thihngs out of themThanks for submitting this to our Sweets For My Sweetie Link-up on Natural and Free, Glued To My Crafts and Vanessa's Place! :)

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  39. Faith and Family ReviewsFebruary 6, 2013 at 8:44 PM

    Very pretty.

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  40. Kelley @ TheGrantLife.comFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:25 PM

    This is so cute Rachel! What a great centerpiece! The pom poms are my fave.. or maybe the heart. :)

    Thank you for linking up to Financial Friday at the Grant life! Im going to feature this Tuesday in my Valentine's roundup! Be sure to check it out :)

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    1. architectureofamomFebruary 10, 2013 at 1:09 PM

      Kelly, I'll be sure to check it out! Thanks for the feature, and have a great weekend!

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