Perler Projects and Inspiration

Our available product inventory does change over time, particularly in regard to bead colors/styles, so if you see something in the supply list that is no longer available, feel free to substitute with another one of our products.

Projects

Classic Cars

These Perler bead renditions of three great classic cars—a hotrod, a Beetle, and a Cadillac—are a cool way to decorate a kid's bedroom. Designed by Kyle McCoy.

Lady Liberty

Make this iconic image of American history with bold, beautiful shades. Created in Perler beads by pixel artist Kyle McCoy.

Rainbow Spinner

See all the colors of the rainbow when you spin this mobile! Or choose your favorite colors to create one of two sizes of spinners—double or single.

Carnival Fun

It's a fun day at the carnival, and two colorful clowns are up to their antics to make you laugh! This project includes the printable background scene.

Emojis

Designed By The Perler Design TeamHere are 22 of our favorite pop-culture emojis that you can make with Perler beads. Share 'em, trade 'em, stick 'em to your locker, fridge or bedroom door to express

The Scream

The modern art classic "The Scream" by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch is well adapted for Perler beads by pixel artist Kyle McCoy.

Starry Night

Recreate the art classic Starry Night in Perler Beads! Originally an oil painting by Vincent Van Gogh, this stunning image has been adapted by pixel artist Kyle McCoy.

3D Cake

Create this amazing 3D cake for a birthday or Mother's Day—both options included! Cake opens up to hold treats, cards, or small gifts inside. Designed by Kyle McCoy.

Cell Phone Stands

Everyone can use a colorful cell phone stand to play music while you work or study. Choose from a garden or super-hero design, created by Kyle McCoy.

Sweets for the Sweet

For your bestie, make a cupcake, ice cream cone, heart, and BFF design in Perler beads to let them know how much their friendship means.

Mini Beads Lemon-Lime Coasters

Make four different patterns with Perler Mini Beads for these zesty, citrus-colored coasters. The set makes a nice gift!

Women of American History

Pay homage to five great women of American History: Sacagawea, Betsy Ross, Harriet Tubman, Amelia Earhart, and Sally Ride. Great for school projects! Designed by Kyle McCoy.

American Gothic Revisited

Create a Perler rendition of the famous painting, American Gothic, and a picture frame version that can feature your own photos!

Award Ribbons

Use these Perler award ribbons at home or in the classroom! Quick and easy to make, there are 4 messages provided, or make up your own.

Weather Forecast

Make a display of the week's weather for the classroom or at home on the fridge. Fun, easy icons!

Street Signs

Customize your street sign with your name or other words to show your personality, like Awesome Avenue or Sweet Street! Complete alphabet included to make great bedroom door signs.

All My Family

Change the colors and shapes to make your own family figures. Even make a framed family portrait!

Fidget Spinners

Make your own fidget spinners with your favorite colors of Perler beads. Fun for trading with friends!

Pennant Banner

Decorate a kid's room or a party setting with a personalized pennant banner. Change out the letters to reuse the banner for another occasion!

Hanging Planters

These pretty planters with a mod geometric spin make wonderful gifts! Change the colors to your favorites for a whole new look. From designer Kyle McCoy.

Adirondack Chairs and Table

What's more relaxing than Adirondack chairs on the deck? Pillows and a table for the drinks and snacks!

Treasure Chest Coin Bank

Try this fun coin back with a curved lid created with an easy fusing technique. Simple tab-slot assembly!

Outer Space

Shoot into space with Perler to see the stars and planets up close, or even take a space walk!

3D Empire State Building

Recreate the Empire State Building, one of America's cherished landmarks, in 3D with Perler beads. Surprisingly easy assembly!

Men of American History

Celebrate America's rich history by making these famous figures in Perler beads—Washington, Franklin, Lincoln, Hamilton, and Jefferson.

Funky Alphabet

Combine colorful letters with fun patterns and images to create names and phrases. Change the bead colors to suit your style.

Perler Rocks!

Perler rocks the house when this band begins to play! Complete with guitars, drums, and cool rockin' kids, this project will lead to hours of creative fun!

Pirate Ship and Treasure Chest

Create this fierce looking 3D pirate ship and its booty of treasure with Perler Beads! Make it a family project and create more than one ship for battling on the high seas. Winner gets the treasure ch

Backyard Play

Create your own cozy little backyard scene in a shadow box with Perler Beads!

Tasha's Traveling Ducky

Made by a young girl for her aunt, a world-traveling photojournalist, this ducky has been around the globe when history was in the making. Read the story on the project pattern sheet, and make your ow

Bathtime Buddies

These colorful penguin and fish playmates love playing in the bathtub with all the bubbles. This design you create with Perler beads will make any bathtime fun!

Fun Soap

This quick and fun project lets you enjoy colorful Perler Beads in a whole different way, and it makes hand-washing a treat! What a fun gift to make with your child for Mom, a teacher or friend!

Color Wheel and Shapes

Perler Beads are a great activity for building small motor skills, and can be used for other educational purposes as well, such as shape and color identification. This project gives you all of that, a

3D Star

This 3D star is so fun and easy, you'll want to make more than one! Thread a thin fishing line through one of the beads to hang it in a window, or hang a whole bunch from the ceiling for a starry nigh

You're a Star!

Create simple hollow stars with Perler beads and decorate them with bling stickers for some extra sparkle. Make one for yourself and one for your BFF!

Citrus Room Sign and Switchplate Cover

Create this fresh, citrus-color room sign and switchplate cover with fun Perler Beads! Girls will love the bright cherry, orange, lemon, and lime colors.

3D Carousel

Remember those great days at the local fair or theme park? Riding the carousel was the BEST! Now you can create your own carousel of horses with Perler Beads!

Switch Plate Covers

Make fun switch plate covers for your room out of Perler Beads! Choose from these three designs, or use the patterns and choose your favorite colors to match your room.

Making Letters

It's easy to make letters to turn into names or words using Perler beads! Put clear adhesive dots on the back and use them as a refrigerator spelling game. Attach them to a mirror or picture frame for

Beaded Bookmark

Designed By Karen BenvenutiThis super-simple bookmark is a bead-stringing project—no fusing needed! All girls know how to braid, and they just add a few beads and rods at the beginning and end. This i

Beach Mobile

Designed By Karen BenvenutiThis colorful mobile combines cute beach icons plus real seashells with Perler rod beads to create a fun decoration for any room or even a porch or patio. A perfect project

Citrus Hopscotch Markers

These colorful citrus slices in summery shades make great hopscotch markers!

Spinning Top

The bright colors of this top whirl into a vivid rainbow when you spin the top. A quick and easy project--perfect for a birthday party activity!

Biggie Beads Tic-Tac-Toe

This fun children's game is easy to create with Perler Beads. Choose the beads colors that YOU like best!

Can Cozies

Designed By Holly CraftCreate can cozies as gifts with Perler Beads! Shows off your school colors, your favorite team colors, or your favorite sport.

Clock and Mirror

These two great projects made with Perler Beads are fun for the whole family and ones that everyone can use! Choose your favorite bead colors to make these truly your own.