1-Up Mushroom

The 1-Up Mushroom — get an extra life! 10x10 easy pattern with 4 colors.

10x10 gridEasy100 beads4 colors

Materials Needed

100 beads total · 4 colors

Background: The 1-Up Mushroom

The 1-Up Mushroom (pronounced 'one-up') is a rare power-up in the Super Mario franchise that grants the player an extra life. First appearing in Super Mario Bros. (1985), it's visually similar to the Super Mushroom but green instead of red — making it easy to distinguish. 1-Up Mushrooms are often hidden in secret areas or rewarded for collecting 100 coins, making them exciting discoveries. The green mushroom has become a symbol of second chances and gaming persistence.

Design Notes: 10×10 Pixel Composition

This 10×10 grid (100 beads) mirrors the Super Mushroom design but swaps red for green. The green cap with white spots, tan stem, and black outlines create a satisfying parallel to its red cousin. The key detail is ensuring the white spots are randomly placed (not in a perfect grid) for a natural look. Easy difficulty — great companion piece to the Super Mushroom.

How to Make This Pattern — Step by Step

Supplies

•10x10 Fuse Bead Pegboard
•Ironing Paper
•Household Iron
•Green × 35
•White × 30
•Tan × 20

1
Place beads on a 10x10 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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