Small perler bead ideas

Perler beads are great for tons of craft projects and even fun for kids. Here is a great selection of perler bead patterns with fine details for coloring like disney characters or small designs.

Have you ever wanted to make your own small perler beads? I was looking at a site about Perler beads and I found some really cool patterns that you can create! If you are looking for more small perler bead ideas then you have to check out this Perler beads tutorial. There are a lot of cool small perler bead patterns on this website so make sure to check it out.

Kids can make cute little perler bead patterns with these disney perler bead patterns. Make sure you start your pattern on a clean surface and use the right color scheme.

Perler is a type of plastic bead which is shaped like cubes. Perler beads are created by melting together smaller, thin plastic tubes called ribbons, and then pouring the molten plastic into a mold, resulting in the small cubes. Perler beads work great for jewelry, crafts and even some home decor, but you can also easily make your own designs. Small perler beads are about the size of a marble, and sometimes come as an assortment of different colors. Here is a list of cool small perler bead patterns to choose from:

Easy perler bead patterns for beginners

Perler beads are a toy that is popular among women as well as children. It is also a perfect hobby for both adults and children. There are a lot of people that have different hobbies that are only limited by their imagination. One of the most popular hobbies of today is making small, colorful creations with Perler bead patterns.

hello, my name’s jessica and I am a perler bead artist. My hobby started when I was only 5 years old and it’s something I’ve continued to do ever since. As of now I’ve made over 200 different types of beaded characters, but the thing they all have in common is that they are tiny. That’s right – tiny! How tiny? Here, take a look:

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Small perler bead ideas

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If you have children or grandchildren, chances are you have Perler beads at your house. Perler beads are those small multi-colored plastic beads that come in a big tub of about 10,000. They usually come with forms so that you can make all sorts of different shapes like stars or ponies by fusing the plastic beads with a heated iron. They are a great craft item to have on hand for those no-school days or when a big group of kids is visiting.

Most people use Perler beads the standard way, but there are lots of other things you can do with the beads. Here are three fun and fabulous projects made with Perler beads that will keep you and your children entertained for hours.

Please note that these crafts are not recommended for young children, and an adult should always be present when doing them.

1. Perler Bead Bowl

Perler bead bowls are fun and easy to make. All you need are a few supplies and an oven. The bowls make great and useful inexpensive gifts for friends and family.

Materials

• Perler beads
• Vegetable oil
• Oven-safe bowl or dish
• Paper towel

Safety Tips

• Always have an adult present when doing this craft. It is not recommended for young children.
• Always bake the bowl in a well-ventilated kitchen with windows open and the kitchen fan going. I have never noticed fumes when baking this, but I would think that fumes are emitted and that they are not healthy. I do not let my daughter in the kitchen when this bowl is baking.
• These bowls are not meant for food storage. They are for decorative purposes only.
• These bowls are extremely hot when they come out of the oven. DO NOT touch them until they are cool.

Bowl Photo Guide

Supplies needed for Perler bead bowlsClaudia Mitchell1/7

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400ºF. Meanwhile, prepare your oven-safe bowl by pouring a little bit of oil on a paper towel and coating the inside of the bowl. Make sure the entire inside of the bowl is coated. The oil keeps the beads from slipping and makes it easier to take the bead bowl out when finished.
2. Pour the beads into the bowl and then start gently using your fingers or knuckles to push the beads up the sides of the bowl, making sure the layer of beads is only one bead thick. You’ll find a few stray beads. Just push those gently in. If you want the bowl to go higher up the sides, add more beads and continue pressing them in. When you are happy with the way it looks, it’s ready to go in the oven. The beads stay where they are because of the oil.
3. Put the prepared dish in the heated oven. Initially set the timer for 5 minutes and then check on the bowl. You will see the beads getting shiny and starting to melt. It needs to look like it’s dripping before it can be taken out. Once you see the dripping, the beads will be fused. Keep checking on it frequently so it does not melt too much. The finished bowl in the photos took 12 minutes to bake.
4. When you are happy with the way it looks, take the bowl out of the oven and put it on a cooling rack to cool. DO NOT touch the bead bowl yet. It will be extremely hot and you will burn yourself. Don’t forget to turn the oven off.
5. Let it cool for at least 15 minutes. Before you attempt to take it out, make sure it is cool enough to handle. Do not let it cool completely or it will be harder to get out of the bowl.
6. Start peeling the Perler Bead Bowl away from the sides of the oven-safe dish. With a little maneuvering, it will come out. Sometimes a dull knife or a spoon will help the stubborn areas.
7. Let it cool completely and you have a beautiful bowl.

2. Melted Perler Bead Bracelet

This is a little twist on just stringing the Perler beads. These beads are melted a little bit first, then beaded. Melting them gives them a bit of a shine and makes them flatter and thinner. They almost look like buttons.

Materials

• Perler beads
• Elastic cord
• Baking/cookie sheet
• Parchment paper
• Glue

Safety Tips

• Always have an adult present when doing this craft. It is not recommended for young children.
• Always bake the beads in a well-ventilated kitchen with windows open and the kitchen fan going. I have never noticed fumes when baking this, but I would think that fumes are emitted and that they are not healthy. I do not let my daughter in the kitchen when the beads are baking.
• The beads are extremely hot when they come out of the oven. DO NOT touch them until they are cool.

Bracelet Photo Guide

Perler beads ready to go into the ovenClaudia Mitchell1/4

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF.
2. Cover the baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper and start placing the beads down. Stand the beads up so that the hole is facing upwards. Leave a bit of space between each one because they spread when they melt.
3. Carefully place the baking sheet with the beads in the oven, taking care not to knock the beads over.
4. Don’t leave the kitchen. It only takes about 3 minutes for these to melt. Keep a close eye on the beads. Once they are done the way you like them, take them out of the oven and put the baking sheet on a cooling rack. DO NOT touch the beads yet. They are extremely hot. Don’t forget to turn off the oven.
5. Let them cool for about 10 minutes. They will come right off the parchment paper, ready to be strung.
6. Cut a piece of elastic cord approximately 9 inches long and start beading.
7. Once you have your desired length beaded, tie the two ends together with multiple knots. I tie at least 3 knots just to be safe. Clip off the loose ends of the cord and put a dab of glue on the knot for extra hold. Let the glue dry.
8. You now have a gorgeous bracelet!

3. Perler Bead Earbud Covers

This craft is especially fun for older kids. Everywhere you look these days people have earbuds in, and Perler beads make a great decoration for them. Get the beads in your child’s school colors or his/her favorite colors and have them start beading. The result is a cool and creative look that only takes a little time.

Materials

• Perler beads
• Cutting board (preferably an old one)
• Box cutter

Safety Tips

• This craft should be done by an adult.
• Always take care when handling the box cutter, making sure to retract the blade when not in use.

Earbud Cover Photo Guide

Start with plain earbudsClaudia Mitchell1/3

Instructions

1. Using your box cutter, carefully slice down one side of the Perler bead. Don’t go through the entire bead or you’ll have two half beads.
2. Put the box cutter down, making sure to retract the blade. Then pry open the cut bead and wrap around the earbud cord. Note that the lower part of the cord is too thick to cover. You’ll only be able to cover the cords above the split. Wrapping the bead around the cord can be a bit tricky. I use one fingernail to pry it open and then the thumb from the other hand to split open the bead and wrap it around the cord. The beads are flexible so don’t be afraid to work with them. If they are on the cord and haven’t gone back to their original shape, give them a squeeze and they look fine. Once you get the hang of it, it goes smoothly and quickly.
3. Finish beading and you have a great-looking pair of earbuds.

Perler Bead Earrings

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