Sonic Checkpoint Star Post
A classic Sonic the Hedgehog checkpoint star post β a spinning gold star atop a segmented gray pole on a sturdy base, captured in a detailed 56x56 fuse bead pattern.
Materials Needed
928 beads total Β· 9 colorsTop colors used in this pattern β tap a color to find matching beads:
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Finish it intoβ¦
Turn your finished piece into something usable β each option needs only one or two extra supplies.
Display piece
Iron both sides extra solid, prop it on a mini easel or frame it like pixel art.
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- Size
- 56Γ56
- Beads
- 928
- Heat
- High (cotton/linen)
- Time per side
- 25β40s
- JΓ338
- AΓ233
- 5F6Γ128
- 9AAΓ91
- 3E2Γ89
Keep the iron moving in circles β 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.
Colors & Technique: Sonic Checkpoint Star Post
What makes the Sonic Checkpoint Star Post chart manageable is color blocking: the 56Γ56 grid resolves into 9 clearly separated zones, led by neutral Color757. Lay each zone in beads first, then step back and check the borders β misaligned color boundaries are the most common flaw at this scale, and they are far easier to fix before ironing. Total build time lands around 40-90 minutes; difficulty is rated hard across 928 beads.
Where It Shines
Where does the Sonic Checkpoint Star Post pattern fit in a real collection? Its 56Γ56 footprint and 928-bead count place it in the display tier: too detailed for a first project, but a satisfying second or third build. The neutral lead color and 9-color span mean one mid-size jar of each shade covers it with leftovers. Group it with other sonic designs on a pegboard wall or shadow box for a rotating exhibit.
How to Make This Pattern β Step by Step
Supplies
- β’56x56 Fuse Bead Pegboard
- β’Ironing Paper
- β’Household Iron
- β’Color757 Γ 338
- β’Color0 Γ 233
- β’Color431 Γ 128
- 1
Place beads on a 56x56 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
- π‘Medium heat only β too hot and the beads over-melt and lose shape; too cool and they won't fuse.
- π‘Keep the iron moving in slow circles β staying in one spot melts that area flat.
- π‘Iron both sides and press under a heavy book while cooling to keep it flat.
FAQ
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