Everything to Know About Homecoming Mums

The Homecoming Mum's Humble Beginnings

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An early picture of a couple in the 1960s showcases the early tradition of mums as football game accessories. (Note the reasonable size and relatively understated ribbons!)

State-Shaped Homecoming Mum

Fast forward 50 years, and you have a back-breaking, Texas-shaped mum that boasts multiple teddy bears, ribbons galore, and a glitzy "Senior" denotation.

How to Make Your Own Homecoming Mum

It's not quite a Texas-sized masterpiece, but here's a quick tutorial on how to make a mum. If you're convinced that bigger is always better, you should know that the large-scale mums are going to use up hundreds of yards of ribbon and about 14 hours of your life.

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A Booming Business

Customized Homecoming Mums

Unsure of your mum design plan? A simple Instagram search brings up plenty of ideas, from custom-lettered ribbon to sport-specific centerpieces. (We're partial to the volleyball accessory!)