Rainbow

A bright rainbow pattern. 14x8 easy pattern — great for learning colors!

14x8 gridEasy112 beads7 colors

Materials Needed

112 beads total · 7 colors

Rainbows in Culture and Craft

Rainbows have symbolized hope, promise, and diversity across cultures for millennia — from the biblical covenant with Noah to the Irish legend of leprechaun gold at the rainbow's end. In modern times, the rainbow has also become an emblem of inclusivity and pride. For bead crafting, rainbows are uniquely valuable as a teaching tool: they introduce the color spectrum (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet) in a visually memorable way that children and beginners immediately grasp.

Design Notes: Color Spectrum on a Small Grid

The 14×8 grid accommodates all seven rainbow colors in clean horizontal bands. Each color row uses approximately 14 beads, creating a balanced arc effect when displayed. With 112 total beads across 7 colors, this pattern teaches color sorting and sequencing — a practical math and art crossover activity. The pattern can be completed in about 20 minutes, making it ideal for classroom settings or scout badge projects.

How to Make This Pattern — Step by Step

Supplies

•14x8 Fuse Bead Pegboard
•Ironing Paper
•Household Iron
•Red × 14
•Orange × 12
•Yellow × 10

1
Place beads on a 14x8 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's the best way to teach color order with this pattern?▼

Sort the beads into seven small cups before starting, then arrange them in spectrum order (red → violet). Have your child place one row at a time while saying each color name aloud. This reinforces both color recognition and sequencing skills.

How long does this pattern take to complete?▼

About 15-20 minutes for an adult or older child. Younger children (ages 4-6) may need 30-40 minutes with some guidance. The pattern's straight rows make it one of the easiest patterns to place beads for.

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