December Tile
Three-letter December abbreviation (DEC) for a fuse bead perpetual calendar month tile.
Materials Needed
204 beads total · 2 colorsTop colors used in this pattern — tap a color to find matching beads:
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Fridge magnet
Iron flat, peel the backing off a craft magnet and stick it on — no glue needed for small pieces.
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Iron fully solid on both sides, then hot-glue a pin back to the center.
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Iron both sides extra solid, prop it on a mini easel or frame it like pixel art.
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- Size
- 17×12
- Beads
- 204
- Heat
- High (cotton/linen)
- Time per side
- 15–25s
- H42×157
- A×47
Keep the iron moving in circles — never park it in one spot. Cover with parchment paper, iron one side, flip carefully, iron the other.
Fuzzy look? Iron slightly less on the pegboard side, then texture with a towel while still warm.
Design Notes: 17×12 Pixel Composition
The 17×12 grid (204 beads, 2 colors) is a medium beginner-friendly design. This medium size works well for coasters, small wall art, and desk decorations. The 2-color palette provides good detail without being overwhelming. Complete in a single crafting session of 30-60 minutes.
How to Make This Pattern — Step by Step
Supplies
- •17x12 Fuse Bead Pegboard
- •Ironing Paper
- •Household Iron
- •Navy × 157
- •White × 47
- 1
Place beads on a 17x12 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.
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