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Zebra β€” Animals perler bead pattern (14Γ—16)

Zebra

A zebra with black and white stripes. 14x16 medium pattern with 3 colors.

14x16 gridMedium224 beads3 colors
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Materials Needed

224 beads total Β· 3 colors
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Background: Zebra

A zebra with black and white stripes. 14x16 medium pattern with 3 colors. This animal-themed pattern brings the natural world to pixel-art life. The 14Γ—16 grid with 3 colors captures the distinctive features that make this creature recognizable. Animal patterns are perennially popular for their broad appeal across age groups and their versatility as magnets, keychains, and decorations.

Design Notes: 14Γ—16 Pixel Composition

The 14Γ—16 grid (224 beads, 3 colors) is a compact intermediate-level design. This compact size is perfect for keychains, magnets, and small ornaments. The 3-color palette keeps it simple and quick β€” most crafters finish in 15-20 minutes. Ideal for beginners and group crafting activities.

How to Make This Pattern β€” Step by Step

Supplies

  • β€’14x16 Fuse Bead Pegboard
  • β€’Ironing Paper
  • β€’Household Iron
  • β€’White Γ— 150
  • β€’Black Γ— 60
  • β€’Gray Γ— 14
  1. 1

    Place beads on a 14x16 pegboard according to the pattern grid.

  2. 2

    Cover the design with ironing paper.

  3. 3

    Iron on medium heat for 30-60 seconds with circular motions.

  4. 4

    Flip and iron the other side.

  5. 5

    Let cool under a heavy book.

Ironing Tips

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

FAQ

How long does it take to make the Zebra?β–Ό
At 14Γ—16 (224 beads, 3 colors, medium difficulty), expect approximately 30-60 minutes of crafting time plus 5-10 minutes for ironing and cooling.

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