Step 1
Bead Colors Needed:
Pink - 56
Orange - 132
Turquoise - 242
Light Brown - 51
Black - 31
White - 29
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase.

You will also need:
Thin fishing line for hangers
Metallic or iridescent paint - OPTIONAL

Step 2
Download the PDF for the Aquarium Fish Project Pattern. You will use the large square pegboard for your project. 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. 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 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.

Step 5
ASSEMBLY: You can give your fish shape as though they are swimming by curving them slightly while they are still warm from ironing. You can also rub some metallic or iridescent paint onto them if desired to give them a bit of sparkle. Add hangers with fishing line.