How do I convert an image into pixel art for Hama Beads?

On Beads, upload your image and the tool automatically converts it into pixel art at the ideal size for Hama Beads or Perler Beads. The result shows each pixel as a colored bead, with the exact count per color.

How many beads do I need to make a pixel art?

It depends on the grid size. For a 29x29 grid (standard Hama Beads pegboard), you use up to 841 beads in total. The site automatically counts the exact amount of each color needed for your design.

Hama Beads (also called Perler Beads or fuse beads) are small plastic beads placed on pegboards to form pixel-art images. Once assembled, they're fused with a clothes iron, creating unique decorative pieces.

Is there a free tool to create Hama Beads templates?

Yes. Beads (beadsbr.com.br) offers a free pixel art editor, image converter, bead counter per color and materials list generation — all built for Hama Beads and Perler Beads.

How do I make anime pixel art with Hama Beads?

Upload an image of the anime character on Beads. The tool automatically converts it into pixel art and generates the list of bead colors needed. You can adjust the grid size and colors before exporting the template for assembly.

Hama Beads Guides

Everything you need to start and improve with Hama Beads — written straight to the point.

📖 6 min
Como fazer Hama Beads passo a passo
Do zero ao primeiro pixel art montado em uma tarde. Materiais, técnica e os erros que todo iniciante comete.
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Quantas miçangas preciso?
A fórmula simples, uma tabela de referência por tamanho e como o editor calcula a quantidade exata por cor automaticamente.
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📖 5 min
Hama Beads pra iniciantes
O kit ideal, três projetos fáceis pro fim de semana e onde achar templates grátis. Em 5 minutos de leitura você sai sabendo por onde começar.
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Como fazer Hama Beads passo a passo

Quantas miçangas preciso?

Hama Beads pra iniciantes