Perler bead pattern maker
In short: Upload a picture and get a Perler bead pattern sized for 29×29 pegboards, using real Perler colour names and numbers. You see how many beads of each colour to pick out (plus 10% spare), how many pegboards you need and the finished size at 5 mm per bead. Switch to Hama or Artkal in one click. 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
How it works
- Pick a picture — characters, logos and pets with clear outlines work best.
- Choose 29 beads wide for one large pegboard, 58 for 2×2 boards, and set the colour limit.
- Print the chart, lay out the beads row by row and iron.
What you get
| Bead colours | 103 Perler midi colours (values measured from real beads) |
|---|---|
| Board size | Counts large square pegboards (29×29) needed |
| Counts | Beads per colour incl. 10% spare |
| Other brands | Hama (92) and Artkal S (199) |
| Preview | Fused-bead preview with the centre holes |
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
Sizing for pegboards
One large square Perler pegboard is 29×29 beads, about 14.5 cm (5.7 in). Choosing a width that is a multiple of 29 lets you snap boards together without a partial row. The tool shows the board count for your size.
Fewer colours, cleaner sprites
Bead art looks best with flat colours. Start around 8–12 colours and keep dithering off; a 1-bead outline in a dark colour makes characters pop.
FAQ
How do I make a Perler bead pattern from a picture?
Upload the picture, set the width in beads and the number of colours, and the tool maps every square to a real Perler colour with bead counts. Print or follow it on screen.
Is this Perler pattern maker free?
Yes — the pattern, bead counts and PNG are free with no sign-up. PDFs up to 60×60 beads are always free, plus your first larger PDF; after that $2.99 per photo or $7.99 for 30 days.
How many beads are in a Perler pattern?
Width × height minus empty background squares. The materials list gives the exact total and the count per colour.
Can I use mini beads?
The colour chart is for midi (5 mm) beads. For mini beads use the same pattern; the finished size is about half.