Perler Beads
Fuse beads are small plastic beads that you arrange on a special pegboard in a pattern or shape, then melt together with the heat from an iron.perler beads Also known as hama beads or melty beads, they can be used to make all sorts of fun and creative projects.
You'll need a perler bead kit to get started, which includes a variety of colours and shapes as well as a plastic pegboard in either square or round form.perler beads You'll also need an iron and parchment paper to use for fusing the beads. A mini heat press is ideal but you can also use a household iron as long as you turn off the steam function.
There are lots of different types of patterns to try out, from simple repeating ones like a rainbow or hearts to more intricate designs such as a pixel art version of your favourite video game or cartoon character.perler beads You can even create a beaded garland for a specific theme, such as this cute snowflake one shared by @perlerbrand on Instagram.
Bulk fuse bead packs are a great way to keep your collection stocked so you can continue to unleash your creativity.perler beads They're perfect for school art projects and craft days at home as they include enough bead varieties to allow everyone to get in on the action.