Cheery Reindeer Card

Cheery Reindeer Card

This card featuring a fuse bead reindeer is a cheery reminder of the holiday season.

Instructions

Step 1
Download/print the PDF for the project patterns. If you are using a clear pegboard, slide the actual-size patterns underneath it. Place your beads, following the patterns.

Step 2
You will also need:
Cardstock, pink textured, 12" x 12"
Cardstock, lt. blue, 12" x 12"
Double-sided tape
Hot glue tool/glue sticks

Step 3
Ask an adult to fuse your design. Place your pegboard on a flat, heat-safe surface. Set a household iron to the medium setting. Place ironing paper over the pegboard and bead design. In a circular motion, begin to iron the design. When ironed properly, the beads will still have open centers. Let the design cool. 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 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 pegboard 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
Cut an 8" x 9 _" piece of the pink cardstock. Fold to make a 4" x 9 _" side-folding card.

Step 6
Cut a 3 _" x 9" piece of the lt. blue cardstock. Use double-sided tape to attach it to the card front.

Step 7
Use hot glue to secure the reindeer to the card front. Note: If intending to mail the card, it may require additional postage due to size/thickness. ItŐs best to check with your local post office before mailing.