Giraffe

A tall giraffe with spots. 12x18 medium pattern with 4 colors.

12x18 gridMedium216 beads4 colors

🐱Cute

Materials Needed

216 beads total · 4 colors

Design Notes: 12×18 Tall Proportions

This 12×18 grid (216 beads) uses 4 colors. The unusual 12×18 dimensions (taller than wide) are essential for the giraffe's iconic long neck — at 18 rows tall, it's one of the tallest patterns in the collection. The brown spots on a yellow-orange body are the key detail. This pattern is perfect for safari-themed nursery decor or as a standalone shelf piece.

How to Make This Pattern — Step by Step

Supplies

•12x18 Fuse Bead Pegboard
•Ironing Paper
•Household Iron
•Yellow × 80
•Orange × 60
•Brown × 50

1
Place beads on a 12x18 pegboard according to the pattern grid.
2
Cover the design with ironing paper.
3
Iron on medium heat for 30-60 seconds with circular motions.
4
Flip and iron the other side.
5
Let cool under a heavy book.

Ironing Tips

💡Medium heat only — too hot and the beads over-melt and lose shape; too cool and they won't fuse.
💡Keep the iron moving in slow circles — staying in one spot melts that area flat.
💡Iron both sides and press under a heavy book while cooling to keep it flat.

FAQ

What pegboard size do I need for the giraffe?▼

A standard 12×18 or larger pegboard works. If you only have square pegboards (14×14 or 15×15), you can connect two side by side. The giraffe's height makes it a unique display piece that stands out in any collection.

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