What is BeadPattern?
BeadPattern is an online bead pattern maker and AI perler bead pattern generator. It works two ways: you can describe an idea in a text prompt and let the AI draw an original cartoon or pixel-style design, or upload a photo and convert it straight into a bead chart. Either way, the result is a grid pattern for Perler, Hama, Artkal and other fuse beads, with a color code on every cell.
Unlike general image-to-pixel tools, BeadPattern is built for physical bead crafting. It maps colors to the palettes of major bead brands, lets you limit the pattern to the colors you actually own, and counts how many beads of each color you need. Patterns can be edited bead by bead, then exported as printable PDF or PNG files that include grid coordinates, color references and bead totals.
Who it's for
- Perler and Hama bead hobbyists
- Parents and kids doing DIY crafts
- Art teachers running classroom projects
- Pixel artists and pattern designers
- Etsy sellers making bead charms
How to use BeadPattern
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Add a prompt or photo
Type a short description such as a cute animal, or upload a JPG, PNG or WebP image you want to turn into a bead pattern.
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Choose a color system and size
Pick Perler, Hama, Artkal or another supported color system, set the grid size, and optionally restrict the palette to your own bead colors.
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Adjust the pattern
Use the online editor to change individual beads, with undo and redo. Changing grid or palette settings on the same image does not use extra credits.
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Download printable bead patterns
Export a PDF or PNG with the grid, color codes, coordinates and bead counts, then print it on A4 paper.
BeadPattern key features
AI bead pattern generator
Creates original bead designs from text descriptions in styles such as cute, illustration and pixel art, and can produce several options at once.
Photo to bead pattern conversion
Converts uploaded images into bead charts using a dominant-color method intended to avoid dark edges and keep outlines clear.
Brand color matching for fuse beads
Matches colors to major bead brands including Perler, Hama, Artkal and Nabbi, for standard 5mm fuse beads.
Custom palettes
Select the colors you own manually or import your bead inventory as a CSV so patterns only use available colors.
Bead-by-bead editor
Adjust any bead position in the browser with undo and redo support. Patterns range from 10x10 up to 300x300 beads.
Printable exports with shopping list
PDF and PNG exports include the full grid, color codes, coordinates, bead counts and fusing tips.
BeadPattern use cases
Hama bead patterns from pet photos
Turn a photo of a pet or family member into a bead chart for a handmade gift or keepsake.
Classroom and family crafts
Teachers and parents can generate simple, small patterns that children can follow, and use them to talk about color.
Designing products to sell
Makers producing pixel art charms can generate patterns quickly and use bead counts to plan materials.
Large multi-board artwork
Create bigger designs at higher grid sizes for wall pieces and other large bead projects.
How BeadPattern is built
BeadPattern runs on the ShipAny One template, whose ready-made sign-in, Stripe payments, subscriptions and credit system fit the site's model of a free monthly allowance for logged-in users, a shared credit wallet, credit packs, yearly plans and a one-time purchase option.
View the ShipAny One templateBeadPattern FAQ
What is BeadPattern?
BeadPattern is an online bead pattern maker that uses AI to generate designs from text or convert photos into printable bead patterns for Perler, Hama, Artkal and other fuse beads.
Is BeadPattern free?
There is a free tier: logged-in users get a limited number of photo conversions and watermarked downloads each month. Paid credit packs, subscriptions and a one-time option add more usage and watermark-free exports.
How do I make a photo to bead pattern with BeadPattern?
Upload a JPG, PNG or WebP image, pick a color system and grid size, adjust the result if needed, and download the PDF. High-contrast images with a clear subject, such as pets or cartoon characters, work best.
Does the perler bead pattern generator work with Hama and Artkal beads?
Yes. You can choose Perler, Hama, Artkal or Nabbi color systems, and the patterns work with standard 5mm fuse beads.
What size bead patterns can I create?
Patterns can range from 10x10 to 300x300 beads. The site suggests beginners start below 50x50.
What is included in printable bead patterns from BeadPattern?
Each PDF includes the complete grid, color codes with bead counts, grid coordinates and tips for fusing the beads.
This introduction is based on the public pages of beadpattern.net, read on October 9, 2026.
