Perler Bead Pattern Maker
Upload any image or describe what you want to create perler bead patterns instantly. Works with Perler, Hama, and Artkal beads.
Built-in Editing Tools
After generating your pattern, switch to Edit Mode to fine-tune every bead. The editor includes powerful selection and transformation tools:
Auto Outline
One-click select the outer edge of your entire pattern — perfect for changing the border color or deleting the outline.
Mirror L/R
Flip the pattern (or selected region) left-to-right. Great for correcting asymmetry or creating mirror-image variations.
Mirror U/D
Flip the pattern (or selected region) top-to-bottom. Useful for reorienting designs without redrawing.
Symmetry H
Copy the left half to the right half automatically. Draw one side, then symmetrize — ideal for faces, crests, and mandalas.
Symmetry V
Copy the top half to the bottom half automatically. Perfect for symmetric creatures, emblems, and geometric designs.
Magic Wand
Click any bead to select all connected beads of the same color. Adjust tolerance to widen or narrow the selection.
Image to bead pattern
Turn any image, photo, or picture into a perler bead pattern. This free image-to-bead converter maps your picture onto a real bead grid — Perler, Hama, Artkal, MARD, and Nabbi — then gives you exact color codes and bead counts. Photo to bead pattern conversion takes seconds; no app download needed.
Photo to Perler Pattern: What Images Work Best
Good candidates for photo to bead pattern conversion: close-ups with clear subjects (a face, a pet, a logo), bold cartoon lines, and high-contrast sprites. Busy backgrounds are fine — the remove-background option cleans them up, and the color-count limit keeps the palette buildable. Photo to perler bead pattern works best when the subject fills most of the frame. Going from image to a buildable bead grid takes seconds — no manual pixel-by-pixel work.
Printable PDF Patterns: Grid Pages + Bead Shopping List
Export any pattern as a print-ready PDF: grid pages with row and column coordinates, a color code on every cell, and a complete bead shopping list (code, name, and exact count) so you can sort your beads before you start. A free account is all you need to download PDF patterns — free plans include a small watermark, while FuseBeads Pro exports are watermark-free.
How it works
Upload
Upload an image (JPG, PNG, or WebP), or start from a catalog pattern.
Convert
Pick a bead brand and grid size; the converter snaps every pixel to the closest real bead color and counts the beads.
Edit & export
Recolor any cell, then export as PNG (preview), PDF (printable), or CSV (color list).
Bead Brand Palettes Compared (Artkal, MARD, Kaka, Coco, Manman, Panpan, Perler, Hama, Nabbi)
The converter maps your photo onto each brand's real bead colors, so the shopping list it generates only contains beads you can actually buy. Pick your brand before converting an image — more palette colors mean smoother gradients in photo-realistic patterns.
| Brand | Colors | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Artkal | 199 | Widest selection — smooth gradients for photo patterns |
| MARD | 221 | 221 colors / 185 colors (two specs) — highest count of any brand here |
| Kaka 卡卡 | 283 | CN brand — the largest palette, best for photo-realistic patterns |
| Coco 可可 | 221 | CN brand — wide selection, budget-friendly |
| Manman 曼曼 | 219 | CN brand — wide selection, budget-friendly |
| Panpan 盼盼 | 221 | CN brand — wide selection, budget-friendly |
| Perler | 103 | The classic brand — mid-range palette, easy to find in stores |
| Hama | 92 | European classic — smaller palette, great for bold cartoon patterns |
| Nabbi | 30 | Smallest palette — beginner-friendly and budget-friendly |
Grid Sizes and Pegboards: How Many Boards Do You Need?
Every grid size maps to real pegboards. A standard square pegboard holds 29×29 beads, so bigger designs simply connect more boards. The converter's multi-board view shows exactly which beads land on which board before you start placing them.
15 beads — tiny charms, keychains, mini food
20 beads — small motifs and emoji-style faces
29 beads — exactly one standard pegboard (the default)
41 beads — one large square board
58 beads — two standard boards side by side
73 beads — large-format board for detailed sprites
87 beads — three boards connected (3×3 makes 87×87)
What you can make
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FAQ
Is this tool free?
Yes — the converter is free. Anonymous users get a few generations per day; sign in for more.
How do I convert a photo to a perler bead pattern?
Upload your photo (JPG, PNG, or WebP), pick a bead brand, choose a grid size, and click Generate. The converter snaps every pixel to the closest real bead color and outputs an exact bead map with color codes and counts. You can turn a photo of your pet into a perler pattern in under a minute.
Can I turn any picture into a bead pattern for free?
Yes — picture to bead pattern conversion is free, no sign-up required. Anonymous users get a few generations per day; sign in with Google for more. Export the finished pattern as PNG, PDF, or CSV at no cost.
Can I download perler bead patterns as a PDF?
Yes. After generating your pattern, click Export PDF to download a print-ready file: grid pages with coordinates and color codes, plus a bead list with exact counts. A free account is enough — Pro removes the watermark and adds priority processing.
Can I print the patterns?
Yes. Export your pattern as PDF for print-ready grid pages, or PNG for an image. Each export includes the color-coded grid, color legend, and bead counts.
Do I need to download an app or sign up?
No. This bead pattern maker runs entirely in your browser — no app download and no account needed to start. If you want to save patterns to your account, sign-in with Google is one click.
Which bead brands are supported?
Artkal, MARD, Perler, Hama, and Nabbi. Each maps your image to that brand's real bead colors.
What image formats and sizes can I upload?
JPG, PNG, and WebP. Images auto-resize to your chosen grid (15×15 up to 87×87).
How accurate is the color matching?
Every pixel snaps to the closest real bead color in the chosen brand's palette — no invented colors, so what you see is what you can build.
Can I edit the pattern after converting?
Yes — recolor any cell, then export as PNG, PDF, or CSV.
Can I use the patterns for kandi cuffs or bracelets?
Yes. Small grids (15×15 or 20×20) fit kandi cuff panels and perler bracelets. Export the PDF or PNG and follow the grid like a kandi pattern chart — the color legend lists exactly which beads to buy.
Is this the same as the AI effect generator?
No. This tool converts an image into a buildable bead grid (exact colors + counts). The AI generator renders a stylistic effect image for inspiration.