Pretty Birds

Pretty Birds

Make this collection of colorful Perler bead birds to use as ornaments, make into pins or hat decorations, add to a greeting card, or hang in a window! From designer Kyle McCoy.

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Instructions

Step 1
BEAD COLORS NEEDED:

Light Pink - 137
Bubblegum - 40
Pink - 12
Raspberry - 55
Red - 17
Cranapple - 13
Blush - 4
Orange - 4
Pastel Yellow - 87
Yellow - 14
Cheddar - 26
Pastel Green - 17
Dark Green - 13
Toothpaste - 67
Pastel Blue - 57
Dark Blue - 37
Blueberry Cream - 54
Pastel Lavender - 85
Plum - 29
Purple - 79
Black - 16
White - 150

YOU WILL ALSO NEED:
Large square pegboard
Iron and ironing paper
Tweezers
Pin backs (optional)
Fashion hat (optional)
Silk flowers/leaves (optional)
Quick-drying adhesive (optional)
Thin fishing line for hangers (optional)
See the Supply List for beads and tools you can purchase.

Step 2
CREATING THE DESIGN:
Download the PDF for the Pretty Birds Project Pattern. If you are using a clear pegboard, slide the actual-size pattern underneath it. Place your beads as shown.

Step 3
FUSING THE DESIGN: An adult should do this step.
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. NOTE: Beads need heat for about 10-20 seconds per side to fuse evenly, it is possible some colors may need a little more time. Let the design cool.

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. When the design is cool, peel off the ironing paper. Your pegboards and ironing paper are reusable.

Step 4
IDEAS FOR USE:

Apply to a hat with silk flowers
Make into pins
Use on a greeting card
Add hangers and display in a window or use as an ornament