Kids Crafts Tips
Keep Stamps Clean
Always clean your stamps as soon as you finish using them. Dried-on ink will affect the quality of the stamped image.
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Last-minute Cards
It only takes a few more minutes to make two cards instead of just one. Then you'll always have a card at the ready for unforeseen occasions or the birthday you forgot.
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Storing Ink Pads
Always store your ink pads flat and with the ink side down. This will keep them moist for better stamping.
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Make a Project Journal
Take a picture of each of your fused bead designs and keep the pictures in a notebook. You’ll have a wonderful record of everything you’ve made!
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Perler Bead Hint
Single rows of beads can be fragile. When at all possible, use at least two rows for better stability.
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Making Keychain Holes in Perler Bead Projects
Want to add a keychain to your design but the holes closed up too much when you ironed it? Just take a small, sharp-pointed instrument (scissors, etc.) and carefully stretch out the hole again.
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Inky Fingers
Get ink on your fingers? We all do. Just wash it off as soon as you notice it so you don’t get fingerprints on your card.
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Be Prepared and Save Time
Get everything out that you need for your project before you begin. Then you can launch into your project with no interruptions!
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Vary the Intensity of Stamped Images
After you ink your stamp, use it several times on your card without adding any more ink. It will get lighter and lighter each time. Try layering designs for an awesome look!
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Stamp Test
Always test your stamp on scrap paper before you stamp on your card. This will show you exactly how your stamp will look.
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Keep Ink from Drying on a Stamp
Keep a paper towel and either a baby wipe or a stamp-cleaning wipe next to you when you are stamping. When you’re not using the stamp, place it, image-side down, on the moist wipe. The ink will not dry out and will be easier to clean off when you are done.
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Be Creative with Perler Bead Designs
You don’t have to make square designs on a square pegboard. Try making different shapes and designs with your beads.
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Recycle Ironing Paper
Did you know, Perler ironing paper can be used over and over again? Also you can use parchment paper.
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Easy Bead Separator
An egg carton makes a great sorting tray for your Perler beads, jewelry pieces and more. Put a different color in each section. (HINT: Remove the eggs first!)
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Keep it Safe
Allow the fused Perler bead project to cool completely before letting kids handle it. Put it in the freezer to cool quicker. Adult supervision is needed for Perler projects.
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Keeping Beads in Place
When moving Perler bead pegboards to iron, place a piece of cardboard on top to avoid losing or tipping the beads off the pegs.
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Use Tweezers for Positioning Beads
Tweezers make it easy to put Perler beads and other small materials exactly where you want them.
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Substitution for Ironing Paper
What to do if you don't have any ironing paper for Perler Bead projects? Substitute parchment paper!
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