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Drop a picture on the Img Stop Perler Bead Pattern Maker, choose the width in beads, the brand (Perler, Hama or Artkal), the bead size and the pegboard size, then click Create pattern. You get a PDF with one pegboard per page printed at real bead size, a PNG chart, a bead preview and a CSV list of bead colours, counts and bags.
About the Perler Bead Pattern Maker
The Img Stop Perler Bead Pattern Maker turns photos, cartoons, logos and pixel art into fuse bead patterns. Pick Perler, Hama or Artkal S beads and the tool matches every colour to that brand's real bead colours, leaving out clear, glitter, glow and neon beads unless you want them.
Red lines show where each 29 × 29 pegboard ends, and the stats show how many boards you need. The PDF can print one board per page at real bead size, so you can slide the page under a clear pegboard and place the beads right on top. Preview the beads on the pegboard or ironed, then download. Your picture is never uploaded.
Key features
- Three bead brandsPerler (103 colours), Hama (92) and Artkal S (199), with codes and names.
- Pegboard linesLines every 29 or 14 beads and the number of boards you need.
- Real-size printingOne board per page at the exact bead size, with a 50 mm ruler to check the print.
- Midi, mini and maxiFinished size for 5 mm, 2.6 mm and 10 mm beads.
- Background removalLeave out a plain background so you only bead the picture.
- Bead countsBeads per colour and bags to buy, as a table and a CSV file.
How to use the Perler Bead Pattern Maker
- Add a picture Cartoons, logos and pixel art give the cleanest results.
- Choose size and beads Set the width in beads, the brand, bead size and pegboard.
- Tidy the colours Set the number of colours, remove lone beads and leave out the background.
- Print and bead Click Create pattern, print the boards at 100 % and place the beads.
Perler Bead Pattern Maker at a glance
| Price | Free |
|---|---|
| Input | JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF |
| Brands | Perler, Hama, Artkal S |
| Pegboards | 29 × 29 or 14 × 14 board lines |
| Downloads | PDF boards or chart, PNG chart, JPG preview, CSV list |
| Privacy | Made in your browser – no upload |
When to use it
- Make a bead sprite of a video game character.
- Turn a child's drawing or pet photo into a fuse bead picture.
- Create coasters, keychains and magnets from a logo.
- Plan a large multi-board wall picture and count the beads.
- Prepare simple patterns for kids' craft sessions and classes.
Tips for the best result
- Small sizes (29–58 beads) and 8–16 colours look best for beads.
- Keep dithering off – single beads of mixed colours look noisy.
- Print board pages at 100 % (actual size) and check the 50 mm ruler.
- Choose "Ironed" in the preview to see how the finished piece will look.
Frequently asked questions
How do I turn a picture into a perler bead pattern?
Drop the picture here, set the width in beads and your bead brand, and click Create pattern. The tool matches each pixel to a real bead colour and makes a printable chart with a bead list.
How big is a large perler pegboard?
A large square Perler or Hama pegboard holds 29 × 29 beads, about 14.5 cm (5.7 in) across with 5 mm midi beads. The tool draws a red line at every board edge and counts the boards.
Can I print the pattern at real size?
Yes. Choose "1 board per page, real size" and print at 100 % (actual size). Put the page under a clear pegboard and place the beads on the symbols.
Are Perler, Hama and Artkal colours different?
Yes, each brand has its own colours. Choose the brand you own so the pattern uses colours you can buy. The values come from measured bead colours, so check them against your beads.
What bead sizes are supported?
Midi (5 mm, the standard size), mini (2.6 mm, Hama mini 2.5 mm) and biggie / maxi (10 mm). The finished size updates for each.
Is my picture uploaded?
No. Everything is made in your browser on your own device.
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