Step 1
Bead Colors Needed:
Red - 250
Cheddar - 1
Dark Blue - 313
Black - 13
Clear - 6
White - 322
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase.

Step 2
Download the PDF for the Proud to Be American Project Pattern. You will use the following small pegboards for your projects: square, star, circle, and heart. 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.