How to upcycle old towels with pompoms

Pompom crafts are such an easy way to upcycle old homewares, like tea towels, cushions or table cloths.

This super-quick sewing project is so simple, it's perfect for beginners who want to hone their sewing machine skills. All you need is some pompom braid and a steady hand!

Follow our step-by-step guide to edging tea towels with pompom braid and make decorative accessories for a guest bathroom.

You will need:

• Heavyweight tea towels

• Pompom braid

• Matching thread

• Fabric scissors

• Needle

• Sewing machine

How to upcycle towels with pompoms:

1. Cut a length of pompom braid to fit the top and bottom of the tea towel, allowing 1cm each side for turnings.

2. Tack to the top and bottom of the towel, turning the raw ends to the inside. Topstitch in place to finish.

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