Astronaut
An astronaut helmet with a starry visor reflection. 14x16 hard pattern.
Materials Needed
103 beads total Β· 5 colorsTop colors used in this pattern β tap a color to find matching beads:
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Turn your finished piece into something usable β each option needs only one or two extra supplies.
Fridge magnet
Iron flat, peel the backing off a craft magnet and stick it on β no glue needed for small pieces.
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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
- 14Γ16
- Beads
- 103
- Heat
- Medium (wool setting)
- Time per side
- 10β15s
- AΓ50
- H50Γ35
- IΓ30
- H44Γ25
- H42Γ20
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.
Astronauts: Pioneers of the Final Frontier
Since Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space on April 12, 1961, fewer than 700 people have traveled to space. The modern spacesuit ( Extravehicular Mobility Unit) costs about $150 million and takes 45 minutes to put on. An astronaut's helmet visor is coated with a thin layer of gold to reflect harmful solar radiation while allowing visible light through β this is why space helmet reflections often have a golden tint. In bead art, the astronaut helmet is a favorite for its mysterious, reflective visor.
Design Notes: Reflective Visor and Starfield
The 14Γ16 hard-difficulty grid packs impressive detail: the round helmet outline, the dark visor area with tiny white star reflections, and the suit collar detail at the bottom. The visor's starfield is created with just 8-10 strategically placed white beads against a dark blue background, giving the impression of deep space reflection. This pattern rewards patient crafters with one of the most visually striking designs in the space category.
How to Make This Pattern β Step by Step
Supplies
- β’14x16 Fuse Bead Pegboard
- β’Ironing Paper
- β’Household Iron
- β’White Γ 50
- β’Light Blue Γ 35
- β’Gray Γ 30
- 1
Place beads on a 14x16 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
Why is this rated 'hard' difficulty?βΌ
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