Cosmic Whirlpool

A mesmerizing spiral galaxy with glowing stars and nebula clouds, perfect for a large wall display.

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128x128 gridHard16383 beads14 colors

😎Cool🧊3D🌟Glowing

Materials Needed

16383 beads total · 14 colors

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Display piece

Iron both sides extra solid, prop it on a mini easel or frame it like pixel art.

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🔥 Ironing card

Size: 128×128
Beads: 16,383
Heat: High (cotton/linen)
Time per side: 25–40s

170×5453
250×3360
0C0×2290
0C1×1642
A47×826
B98×576

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.

Colors & Technique: Cosmic Whirlpool

What makes the Cosmic Whirlpool chart manageable is color blocking: the 128×128 grid resolves into 14 clearly separated zones, led by deep dark Deep Space Blue. Lay each zone in beads first, then step back and check the borders — 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 6-12 minutes; difficulty is rated hard across 16383 beads.

Where It Shines

Where does the Cosmic Whirlpool pattern fit in a real collection? Its 128×128 footprint and 16383-bead count place it in the display tier: too detailed for a first project, but a satisfying second or third build. The deep dark lead color and 14-color span mean one mid-size jar of each shade covers it with leftovers. Group it with other space designs on a pegboard wall or shadow box for a rotating exhibit.

How to Make This Pattern — Step by Step

Supplies

•128x128 Fuse Bead Pegboard
•Ironing Paper
•Household Iron
•Deep Space Blue × 5453
•Deep Space Blue × 3360
•Deep Space Blue × 2290

1
Place beads on a 128x128 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 bead colors do I need for Cosmic Whirlpool?▼

The Cosmic Whirlpool chart uses 14 colors; the full list with per-color bead counts is on this page above. Deep Space Blue is the heaviest demand at 5453 beads — check that shade first before starting.

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