Tree Ornaments I - Free Project
Step: 1
Bead Colors Needed:
- Peach - 11
- Red - 185
- Yellow - 24
- Green - 72
- Pastel Blue - 13
- Purple - 27
- Light Brown - 22
- Brown - 77
- Black - 7
- Clear - 113
- White - 95
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase here. You will also need:
- Chenille stems or wire ornament hangers
Step: 2
Download the PDF for the Tree Ornaments I Project Pattern. You will use the small circle, small hexagon, and large square pegboards for your projects. If you are using a clear pegboard, slide the actual-size pattern underneath it. Place your beads following the pattern.
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. DO NOT OVER-IRON as this will cause the beads to close and can make assembly of your project more challenging. 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 the fusing. 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.
Step: 5
ASSEMBLY: Insert a short length of a chenille stem and curve to make a hook. You can also use a wire ornament hanger if you prefer.
