Christmas Eve - Free Project
The excitement of Christmas Eve is yours to make in Perler Beads! These easy projects are perfect for younger kids, and can be turned into ornaments with a wire or thread hanger.
Step: 1
Bead Colors Needed:
- Peach - 12
- Bubblegum - 16
- Red - 117
- Cheddar - 1
- Dark Green - 32
- Dark Blue - 2
- Light Brown - 43
- Brown - 23
- Black - 52
- White - 142
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase here.
Step: 2
Download the PDF for the Christmas Eve Project Pattern. You will use the large small square pegboard for your projects. If you’re using a clear pegboard, slide the actual-size pattern underneath it. Place all the beads for the design.
Step: 3
Ask an adult to fuse your designs. Place your pegboard on a flat, heat-safe surface. Set a household iron to the medium setting. Place ironing paper over the pegboard. In a circular motion, begin to iron the project. When ironed properly, the beads will still have open centers. Let the design cool.
Step: 4
Remove the paper and bead design from the pegboard. Flip the design over to expose the non-fused side. Repeat step two. Let cool completely. Once the design is cool, peel off the ironing paper. Your pegboards and ironing paper are reusable.
Note: Beads need heat for about 10-20 seconds per side to fuse evenly. Lift the paper occasionally to see how the beads are fusing. Additional heating time may be required.