Christmas Eve

Christmas Eve

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.

Instructions

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.

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.