Link (8-Bit)
Link (8-Bit) perler bead pattern β a 32x32 fuse bead template with 272 beads in 5 colors (medium difficulty). Free link (8-bit) perler beads craft for keychains, magnets and gifts.
Materials Needed
272 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.
Keychain
Iron, then thread a key ring through an empty corner hole (leave one bead unplaced) and close with pliers.
Get keychain on Amazon βFridge magnet
Iron flat, peel the backing off a craft magnet and stick it on β no glue needed for small pieces.
Get fridge magnet on Amazon βDisplay piece
Iron both sides extra solid, prop it on a mini easel or frame it like pixel art.
Get display piece on Amazon βπ₯ Ironing card
- Size
- 32Γ32
- Beads
- 272
- Heat
- High (cotton/linen)
- Time per side
- 25β40s
- H29Γ168
- MΓ48
- VΓ35
- H44Γ16
- AΓ5
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.
Background: Link
The hero of Hyrule in classic 8-bit NES style β green cap, pointed ears, blue tunic straps. The 1986 sprite that started it all.
Design Notes: NES Palette
Restricted palette like the original sprite: forest green cap and tunic, flesh face framed by brown hair, black dot eyes, brown belt and boots.
How to Make This Pattern β Step by Step
Supplies
- β’32x32 Fuse Bead Pegboard
- β’Ironing Paper
- β’Household Iron
- β’Forest Green Γ 168
- β’Peach Γ 48
- β’Brown Γ 35
- 1
Place beads on a 32x32 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
Is this the original sprite?βΌ
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