Switch Plate Covers
Step: 1
Bead Colors Needed for the Blue Plaid:
- Glow in the Dark Green - 92
- Prickly Pear - 24
- Parrot Green - 162
- Dark Blue - 132
Bead Colors Needed for the Purple with Hearts:
- Bubblegum - 120
- Pink - 60
- Pastel Lavender - 140
- Purple - 216
Bead Colors Needed for the Orange Zigzag:
- Glow in the Dark Orange - 80
- Cheddar - 107
- Butterscotch - 42
- Orange - 94
- Yellow - 60
- Green - 38
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase here. You will also need:
- Double-stick tape
Step: 2
Download the PDF for the Switch Plate Covers Project Pattern. You will use the large square pegboard to create 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. 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: Apply your Perler Switch Plate Covers with double-stick tape only over existing switch plates, not directly against the electrical switch.
