How to Crochet a Faux Fur Pom Pom- 4 sizes

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What kind of yarn is this furry stuff?

Is it….
faux fur yarn,
fluffy yarn,
fuzzy yarn,
furry yarn,
or fur yarn??????

Yes, yes, yes, yes, and YES!!! All these names incorporate the same soft furry features of faux fur yarns. Faux fur yarns fall under the category of novelty yarn. What is novelty yarn? Novelty yarn is any yarn that is not smooth. It is made with unusual structure or fiber composition and varying thickness which produces an uneven surface in the finished fabric.

WeCrochet Fable Fur
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Features of Faux Fur Yarns

  1. The yarn is constructed with a thin slice of faux fur fabric as a backing to hold the fur together.
  2. The furry part of the yarn consists of short hair-like pieces of yarn.
  3. The nap (or height) of the fur can vary from very short to very long.
  4. It is easier to feel your crochet stitches rather than look for your stitches.

What are the best faux fur yarns to use for crocheting?

My favorite faux fur yarns, include:

  1. WeCrochet Fable Fur. Great colors and quality yarn
  2. Lion Brand Go For Faux: I love the unique colors they have
  3. Ice Yarns Lambkin creates an amazing shaggy look
  4. Premier Bunny Yarns the shaggy look of this yarn is over the top!

This is in no way an exhaustive list of the faux fur yarns that are available on the market. In fact, there are several more yarn brands that I would like to try. I’ll keep you updated as to what new yarns I find.

Fable Fur from WeCrochet

Is it hard to crochet with faux fur yarns?

No, it is not hard to crochet with faux fur yarns when you have the right mindset! You simply need to “picture” your crochet stitches and feel your next stitch. Faux fur yarns are incredibly forgiving, and if you miss a stitch along the way, it normally is hidden and never discovered.

Tips for crocheting with faux fur yarns.

  1. Picture your stitches
  2. Feel your stitches
  3. Use a lot of stitch markers to mark the beginning / end of rows
  4. Use large hooks
  5. Use basic crochet stitches

What should I crochet with faux fur pom poms?

Anything you crochet that needs an extra attractive accessory would be perfect with an added pom. You can add faux fur poms to amazing Faux Fur projects like headwarmers, blankets, loveys, and so much more. I have several faux fur crochet patterns in my Pattern Shop that I encourage you to try! I would love to see what you create with faux fur yarns, please tag me @sweetcreekpatterns so I can enjoy your creations, too!

Faux Fur Pom Poms on Christmas stockings
Fur bobbles made from Faux Fur Yarns
Pom Pom bunny tails
Pom poms used as tails on Faux Fur Amigurumi Bunny

What does faux fur yarn feel like?

I have learned that faux fur yarns feel different depending on their composition and how they are made.

  1. Polyester Faux Fur Yarns like: WeCrochet Fable Fur, Lion Brand Go For Faux, and Ice Yarns Lambkin tend to have a softer feel and shorter nap.
  2. Microfiber Faux Fur Yarns like Premier Bunny Yarns have a longer nap, more shaggy look, and a little less softness (in my opinion).

What is my experience with faux fur yarns?

Faux fur yarns are my absolute favorite yarns to crochet with. I wanted to take the opportunity to share some of my creations with you, and allow you to experience the joy of crocheting with faux fur yarns!

Collage of Faux Fur Crochet items
Find all these patterns in my Sweet Creek Pattern Shop

EXTRA SMALL Faux Fur Pom Pom Crochet Pattern

Using one strand of faux fur yarn and 6 mm hook:

Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, sc 5 into magic circle, sl st to join. (5)

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc-inc in ea st around, sl st to join. (10)

Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc2tog in ea st around, sl st to join. (5)

Tie off leaving a long tail to sew the top of your pom pom shut.

SMALL Faux Fur Pom Pom Crochet Pattern

Using one strand of faux fur yarn and 6 mm hook:

Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, sc 6 into magic circle, sl st to join. (6)

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc-inc in ea st around, sl st to join. (12)

Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc in ea st around, sl st to join. (12)

Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc2tog in ea st around, sl st to join. (6)

Tie off leaving a long tail to sew the top of your pom pom shut.

MEDIUM Faux Fur Pom Pom Crochet Pattern

Using one strand of faux fur yarn and 6 mm hook:

Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, sc 8 into magic circle, sl st to join. (8)

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc-inc in ea st around, sl st to join. (16)

Rnd 3-4: Ch 1, sc in ea st around, sl st to join. (16)

Rnd 5: Ch 1, sc2tog in ea st around, sl st to join. (8)

Tie off leaving a long tail to sew the top of your pom pom shut.

LARGE Faux Fur Pom Pom Crochet Pattern

Using one strand of faux fur yarn and 6 mm hook:

Rnd 1: Make a magic circle, sc 6 into magic circle, sl st to join. (6)

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc-inc in ea st around, sl st to join. (12)

Rnd 3: Ch 1, *sc-inc in first st, sc in next st repeat from* to end of rnd, sl st to join. (18)

Rnd 4-6: Ch 1, sc in ea st around, sl st to join. (18)

Rnd 7: Ch 1, *sc2tog in first 2 sts, sc in next st, repeat from* to end of rnd, sl st to join. (12)

Rnd 8: Ch 1, sc2tog in ea st around, sl st to join. (6)

Tie off leaving a long tail to sew the top of your pom pom shut.

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How to crochet faux fur pom poms in 4 different sizes

Available Sweet Creek Patterns that use Faux Fur Pom Poms

Small Faux Fur Dog Bone Stocking
Large Faux Fur Dog Bone Stocking
Faux Fur Cat Stocking
XS Faux Fur Bunny Snuggler
Small Faux Fur Bunny Snuggler
Medium Faux Fur Bunny Snuggler

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