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Hama bead pattern maker

In short: Make a Hama bead pattern from a photo or drawing using the real Hama midi colour numbers (H01 white, H18 black and so on). Every square becomes one bead; the list shows how many of each colour you need and how many 29×29 square pegboards to lay out. Works offline once loaded and nothing is uploaded. Free: unlimited on-screen patterns, colour key, materials list and PNG chart download. PDFs up to 60×60 are always free, plus your first full-size PDF; after that a larger print-ready PDF is $2.99 per photo, or $7.99 for 30 days of unlimited PDFs.

or drop / paste an image · stays on your device

Try a sample
Craft
Making your pattern…

How it works

  1. Upload your picture.
  2. Set the width in beads (29 = one large square board) and the colour limit.
  3. Print the chart, place beads, cover with ironing paper and fuse.

What you get

Colours92 Hama midi colours
BoardsLarge square board count (29×29)
MaterialsBeads per colour incl. spare

Checked November 2026. Free: pattern on screen, colour key, materials list, PNG chart, CSV, PDFs up to 60×60 and your first full-size PDF. Bigger PDFs: $2.99 per photo or $7.99 for 30 days. Pricing · How the colours are matched

Hama, Perler and Artkal are interchangeable

All three midi beads are about 5 mm and fit the same pegboards, so you can mix brands. Pick the brand you own so the colour numbers in the key match your tubs.

FAQ

Do Hama beads fit Perler pegboards?

Yes, midi Hama and Perler beads fit each other's pegboards.

How do I get Hama colour numbers for my pattern?

Select Hama as the bead brand; the key lists each Hama colour number, name and count.

Can I make a keyring-size pattern?

Use 15–20 beads wide and 6–8 colours; the preview shows the finished size in cm.

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