Perler Bead Pattern Maker

Upload any image or describe what you want to create perler bead patterns instantly. Works with Perler, Hama, and Artkal beads.

Image to bead pattern

Turn any image or photo into a perler bead pattern. This free image-to-bead converter maps your picture onto a real bead grid — Perler, Hama, Artkal, or Nabbi — so you get exact colors and bead counts you can actually build. No guessing: every pixel snaps to a real bead color.

How it works

Upload

Upload an image (JPG, PNG, or WebP), or start from a catalog pattern.

Convert

Pick a bead brand and grid size; the converter snaps every pixel to the closest real bead color and counts the beads.

Edit & export

Recolor any cell, then export as PNG (preview), PDF (printable), or CSV (color list).

What you can make

Turn a photo of your pet into beadsConvert fan art or a logoMake a custom keychain or coasterRecreate a pixel-art spritePrototype a 3D sculpture

Keep going

Browse pattern library →AI bead effect generator →Buy pegboards & beads →

FAQ

Is this tool free?

Yes — the converter is free. Anonymous users get a few generations per day; sign in for more.

Which bead brands are supported?

Perler, Artkal, Hama, and Nabbi. Each maps your image to that brand's real bead colors.

What image formats and sizes can I upload?

JPG, PNG, and WebP. Images auto-resize to your chosen grid (15×15 up to 200×200).

How accurate is the color matching?

Every pixel snaps to the closest real bead color in the chosen brand's palette — no invented colors, so what you see is what you can build.

Can I edit the pattern after converting?

Yes — recolor any cell, then export as PNG, PDF, or CSV.

Is this the same as the AI effect generator?

No. This tool converts an image into a buildable bead grid (exact colors + counts). The AI generator renders a stylistic effect image for inspiration.