Vampire Moon and Bats

Vampire Moon and Bats

Bloodthirsty bats fly by the light of the vampire moon—beware! Make these fun Halloween designs easily with Perler Beads.

Instructions

Step 1
Bead Colors Needed:
Red - 46
Orange - 285
Prickly Pear - 44
Kiwi Lime - 48
Black - 664
White - 24
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase.

You will also need:
Thread or fishing line - optional

Step 2
Download the PDF for the Vampire Moon and Bats Project Pattern. You will use the large circle and large hexagon pegboards for your projects. 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.

Step 5
ASSEMBLY: If you want to suspend your designs as shown, use thread or fishing line.