Think of these pom-poms as berries of winter abundance, strung together in a cascade of velvet richness.

Draped over a mantel or staircase, they become more than a garland, they feel like little jewels holding the season’s warmth.

This project is simple, yet the result is lush enough to rival store-bought décor.

Materials Needed

• Velvet fabric or pre-made velvet pom-poms (about 40-50 pieces, 3" diameter each)
• Polyfill stuffing (1 lb bag if making your own pom-poms)
• Needle and strong thread (upholstery thread works best)
• Hot glue gun with glue sticks
• Jute twine or sturdy cord (8-10 feet long)
• Scissors
• Optional: glitter spray or metallic thread

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: If making your own pom-poms, cut velvet fabric into 6" circles.

Next, gather the edge with a running stitch, stuff with polyfill, and pull tight to form a plush ball. You secure with a knot.

Step 2: Repeat until you have 40-50 pom-poms for a full garland (fewer if you want a shorter length).

Step 3: Thread a long upholstery needle with jute twine or strong cord.

Begin stringing pom-poms one by one, spacing them close together for a fuller look.

Step 4: Knot each pom-pom in place or use a dot of hot glue to prevent sliding.

Step 5: Once strung, drape your garland across the mantel, staircase railing, or doorway.

You can also adjust the pom-poms so they sit evenly and fluff them for maximum fullness.

Step 6: Add optional accents like glitter spray or metallic thread interwoven for extra shine.

Notes:

A 10-foot garland usually needs about 45 pom-poms at 3" each.

If you’d like a more dramatic effect, mix in larger (4") pom-poms to break up the pattern.