DIY-Tissue Paper Pom Poms

It was a quiet night on Friday so I was looking at my Wedding Blogs that I follow daily and I came across a new trend in decor for weddings and events, tissue paper pom poms. I found a great tutorial from Martha Stewart (click on image above for tutorial). On Saturday, I headed to Walmart to find tissue paper. To my surprise, the superstore had an amazing display of a variety colors. For only $1, the package included 9 sheets.

I was anxious to begin working on the project. I picked up black and yellow, since I am hosting my sister's graduation party from Pacific Lutheran University with her Master's in Elementary Education next month, so I am planning early.

After looking at Martha's instructions and several video tutorials on You Tube, I was ready...well I thought I was. My first attempt at a pom pom was not very successful. I recommend making a few practice pom poms playing with sizes, folding and cutting creative edges.

Now, I think I am getting the hang of it.

Here are my first attempts of the pom poms:

2009 Couple Featured on Junebug

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I was so excited to receive news that one of my 2009 couples was featured in the "Real Weddings" section on JuneBug Weddings. This is the first press that Elegant Affairs has had and I couldn't be more happy for Erin and Mat on their gorgeous August 15, 2009 wedding at The Farm Kitchen. Thank you so much for allowing me to be part of your big day!