The humble pom-pom is far more than just a fashion statement. Bobble hats have a long and winding history across several countries, and the cute accessory was even once used on the battlefield.

Winter hats - a staple fashion item for some in the colder months - have been around for pretty much as long as people have tried to keep their heads warm. And believe it or not, so have the pom-poms ...

In my Thursday In Stitches column on page B1 of the Courier News and the Home News Tribune, I introduce readers to Caron United yarn, a new acrylic worsted-weight yarn for which Caron, a division of ...

People have been left surprised to discover the real reason why a winter accessory unlike anything else has pom-poms. A fashion staple and a part of almost everyone’s lives at this time of year, ...

Many winter hats have pom-poms attached to the top of them - but why? It is believed that the embellishment was not always for fashionistas but to highlight rank in various departments over the course ...

Pom-pom hats are a winter staple, but why did we all decide to walk around with bobbles on our head, and where does its curious name come from? Far from a cute fashion statement, pom-poms have ...

It's blooming freezing at the moment and many of us will be wrapping up in as many layers as possible in the coming weeks. But have you ever wondered why so many winter hats are adorned with pom-poms?