How to Make Yarn Pom Pom Clothespin Characters (DIY Craft Guide for 2025)
Turn simple clothespins and yarn into fuzzy, googly-eyed creatures full of personality! This playful, hands-on craft is perfect for kids (and adults) who love getting creative with texture, color, and quirky charm.
Ingredients
- Wooden clothespins (spring-loaded style)
- Yarn (thick, thin, multicolored, sparkly—anything goes!)
- Pipe cleaners
- Googly eyes (self-adhesive preferred)
- Acrylic paints (optional)
- Gel pens or fine markers
- Plastic beads
- Felt scraps
- Mini chalkboard tags or paper signs (optional)
- Scissors
- Paintbrushes
- Tacky glue
Instructions
- Paint the clothespins using acrylic paint. Let dry fully by standing upright in a foam block or between books.
- Wrap yarn around your fingers 30–40 times. Slide it off and tie tightly in the middle.
- Snip loops with scissors to form a pom pom. Fluff and trim as needed.
- Glue the pom pom to the top of the clothespin with tacky glue. Let set for 5–10 minutes.
- Cut a pipe cleaner in half and thread it through the clothespin’s metal spring to form arms. Add beads on ends for hands.
- Stick on googly eyes and use markers to draw faces, freckles, mustaches, or whatever fits your character’s vibe.
- Optional: Add felt ears, tiny hats, or signs to personalize each character.
Notes
Let kids take the lead—there’s no wrong way to make a fuzzy monster! Sub in buttons or paper if you’re missing felt or beads. Every quirky creation is a win.
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