Free Perler Bead Templates

Get inspired for your next bead art project. Browse categories and create custom patterns.

🎮 Pixel Art & Gaming

Classic video game characters, retro sprites, and pixel art designs.

  • Best with 20-40 columns
  • Use 8-12 colors
  • Great for keychains

🌸 Anime & Manga

Turn your favorite anime characters into bead art.

  • Use 40-80 columns
  • 15-25 colors recommended
  • Try dithering for shading

🐱 Animals & Pets

Convert photos of pets or favorite animals into adorable patterns.

  • 60-100 columns for portraits
  • 20+ colors for fur
  • Simplify backgrounds

🏔️ Landscapes & Nature

Beautiful sunsets, mountains, and nature photography.

  • Large grids (80-120 cols)
  • Dithering helps sky gradients
  • Limited palette for artistic effect

👤 Portraits & People

Turn family photos or portraits into unique bead art gifts.

  • 80+ columns for faces
  • 20-30 colors best balance
  • High-contrast photos work best

🎨 Abstract & Patterns

Geometric patterns, mandala designs, and abstract art.

  • Symmetrical designs satisfying
  • Bold colors work well
  • Consider matching sets

Grid Size Guide

Small

20-30 cols

Keychains, earrings

Level: Beginner

Medium

40-60 cols

Coasters, magnets

Level: Beginner-Intermediate

Large

80-100 cols

Wall art, portraits

Level: Intermediate

XL

120+ cols

Large murals

Level: Advanced