Mini Beads Mandala Dreamcatcher

Mini Beads Mandala Dreamcatcher

Go Native American style when you make this Mini Beads Mandala Dreamcatcher from Perler Mini Beads. Choose natural or colored feathers to embellish your piece. A quick and easy project!

Instructions

Step 1
Mini Bead Colors Needed:
Bubblegum - 32
Red - 12
Orange - 16
Cheddar - 16
Yellow - 24
Kiwi Lime - 56
Green - 36
Toothpaste - 104
Light Blue - 108
Dark Blue - 56
Pastel Lavender - 20
White - 128

You will also need:
Mini Beads square pegboard
Mini Beads Tweezers
Ironing paper
Iron
Floss and needle
Feathers (5)
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase.

Step 2
Download the PDF for the Mini Beads Mandala Dreamcatcher Project Pattern. You will use the Mini Beads square pegboard to create your project. Slide the actual-size pattern underneath it and place your beads following the pattern.

Step 3
An adult should fuse the design. 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 pegboard and ironing paper are reusable.

Note: Beads need heat for about 10 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: Use the needle and floss to attach a hanger at the top of the mandala.

Tie a piece of floss in different lengths to each of 5 feathers. Refer to the photo and use the needle to attach each feather to the mandala, tying a knot to secure.