Nypko · Turn any photo into a fuse bead pattern

Click or drag a JPG, PNG, or WebP file here.

JPG, PNG, WebP · up to 10MB

Size

Preset size · Pick a project type to auto-suggest a width. You can fine-tune below.

Beads across · Height is always locked to the same aspect ratio.

Beads tall · Edits on either axis update the other to keep the ratio.

58 × 58

Bead size

Best for everyday bead projects.

Approx finished size: 29.0 cm × 29.0 cm

Palette

Color merge

Higher values merge nearby colours into fewer shades.

Style

Natural preserves smooth gradients. Flat posterises the image into crisp regions.

Export

Upload an image and click Generate pattern to see the preview here.

Buy

We picked a bulk set that covers most colors, then listed any color you'll run out of separately. Tools are matched to your 5mm bead size.

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Generate a pattern first to see exactly which colors you need.

Tools (matched to 5mm)

These links are filtered for your 5mm bead size — 5mm and 2.6mm boards and irons aren't interchangeable.

Square pegboard (5mm)

Standard 29×29 square board. Enough for the medium preset.

A pegboard holds the beads in place while you iron. Pick a size that matches your finished piece.

Buy on Amazon · perler square pegboard 5mm ↗

Large multi-board

Interlocking large boards let you build patterns wider than 29 cells.

A pegboard holds the beads in place while you iron. Pick a size that matches your finished piece.

Buy on Amazon · large fuse bead pegboard ↗

Mini craft iron

Compact iron with a small tip — easiest to control on detailed patterns.

You'll need a heat source and a protective sheet to fuse the beads. A craft iron gives the most even result; parchment paper works in a pinch.

Buy on Amazon · mini craft heat press for perler beads ↗

Ironing paper

Translucent parchment specifically made for fuse beads; stops beads from sticking to the iron.

You'll need a heat source and a protective sheet to fuse the beads. A craft iron gives the most even result; parchment paper works in a pinch.

Buy on Amazon · ironing paper for fuse beads ↗

Tweezers

Pointed tweezers make it easy to fix single misplaced beads before ironing.

A starter kit bundles beads, boards, and ironing paper. Cheaper than buying each separately.

Buy on Amazon · tweezers for fuse beads ↗

Storage container

Stackable organizer with compartments for each color so leftovers don't mix.

A starter kit bundles beads, boards, and ironing paper. Cheaper than buying each separately.

Buy on Amazon · bead storage container organizer ↗