Supplies you need to make this diy pom pom rug.
Making pom pom mat.
These pre handwriting skill builders are great for strengthening the needed muscles.
Robot activities for kids.
I wanted to make a larger rug so using 2 packages i cut the edges to make them even and then iknotted the two pieces together.
You can use a bath mat as they usually come with big holes 3.
Bulky yarn would work great and it would take fewer pom poms to complete.
I ve met some pretty amazing and talented 10 year olds who can knit up a storm and i know they could do a great job with this project and i know a few 16 year olds who would start the project with gusto and never.
First of all cut your rug mat into the dimensions or even the shape you want.
The pom poms themselves are not difficult especially if you use a pom pom maker and attaching them to the mat is pretty easy.
The dollar tree non slip underlay that i used is 18 in by 28 in.
Then start making pom poms.
Using a large set of tweezers students will build stronger small motor muscles they will need later on down the road as they learn handwriting skills.
Yarn i used 5 bundles of multi coloured yarn to complete this 2.
If you are just using pre made pom poms you can skip ahead.
Cut 12 count canvas to desired size.
Plain floor mat preferably with big holes.
Make your own pom poms if you are making any pom poms for your rug you will need the next 10 steps.
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Using a pom pom making tool make enough pom poms to cover the surface when tightly packed together.
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Diy pom pom rug steps step 1.
How to make a pom pom rug.
Each colorful robot needs help finding all their parts.
Use the weave of the material to get a straight line.
The first step for making your own large pom is to grab 2 toilet paper rolls and while keeping them together wrap yarn around the rolls a bunch of times.
If you have enough stash of another yarn weight that you want to get rid off go ahead and use it.