Black cat
A black cat with its back arched and its tail straight up, the classic Halloween pose.
- Beads
- 75
- Colors
- 3
- Size (beads)
- 18 × 10
9 × 5 cm (3.5 × 2 in)
Beads you need
- Black80-1901872
- Yellow80-190032
- Pink80-190831
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Animal Perler Bead Patterns
19 Perler bead animal patterns: cats, dogs, dinosaurs, turtles, fish and dragons. Every card shows how many beads of each color you need, and every pattern fits on one large pegboard. Download a printable chart, or open any pattern in the pattern maker to resize it or switch to Hama or Artkal colors.
Perler bead cat patterns
Four Perler bead cat patterns: a black cat, an orange tabby face, a cat in a box and a lucky cat. They use 75 to 173 beads each. Use a different bead color for the fur and the cat looks just like yours.
Tabby cat face
An orange tabby face with green eyes, striped cheeks and a white muzzle.
- Beads
- 172
- Colors
- 6
- Size (beads)
- 17 × 13
8.5 × 6.5 cm (3.3 × 2.6 in)
Beads you need
- Orange80-19004128
- White80-1900117
- Rust80-1902010
- Light Pink80-190797
- Green80-190806
- Black80-190184
Cat in a box
A gray cat peeking out of a cardboard box with its paws over the edge, because every cat loves a box.
- Beads
- 173
- Colors
- 7
- Size (beads)
- 17 × 14
8.5 × 7 cm (3.3 × 2.8 in)
Beads you need
- Tan80-1903580
- Grey80-1901755
- Light Brown80-1902124
- White80-190017
- Light Pink80-190793
- Yellow80-190032
- Black80-190182
Lucky cat
A white lucky cat with one paw raised, a red collar, a bell and a gold coin.
- Beads
- 161
- Colors
- 7
- Size (beads)
- 15 × 17
7.5 × 8.5 cm (3 × 3.3 in)
Beads you need
- White80-19001133
- Cheddar80-1905710
- Red80-190056
- Black80-190184
- Yellow80-190033
- Light Pink80-190793
- Pink80-190832
Perler bead dog patterns
A corgi, a dachshund and a pug face, with 100 to 155 beads each. These Perler bead dog patterns make great gifts for dog lovers, and the long dachshund fits on one large pegboard with room to spare.
Corgi
A corgi with big pointy ears, a white chest and short little legs.
- Beads
- 114
- Colors
- 3
- Size (beads)
- 20 × 10
10 × 5 cm (3.9 × 2 in)
Beads you need
- Butterscotch80-1909069
- White80-1900143
- Black80-190182
Dachshund
A long dachshund with a floppy ear and a red collar, from nose to tail.
- Beads
- 100
- Colors
- 4
- Size (beads)
- 22 × 9
11 × 4.5 cm (4.3 × 1.8 in)
Beads you need
- Light Brown80-1902187
- Brown80-190128
- Red80-190053
- Black80-190182
Pug face
A pug face with a black mask, a wrinkly forehead and a pink tongue.
- Beads
- 155
- Colors
- 5
- Size (beads)
- 15 × 12
7.5 × 6 cm (3 × 2.4 in)
Beads you need
- Tan80-1903591
- Black80-1901853
- Light Brown80-190215
- Pink80-190834
- White80-190012
Perler bead dinosaur patterns
A T. rex, a stegosaurus and a long-neck dinosaur. These Perler bead dinosaur patterns use 114 to 139 beads each and look great lined up on a shelf or handed out at a dino party.
T. rex
A green T. rex with tiny arms, a spiky back and a mouthful of teeth.
- Beads
- 139
- Colors
- 5
- Size (beads)
- 18 × 17
9 × 8.5 cm (3.5 × 3.3 in)
Beads you need
- Green80-19080114
- Kiwi Lime80-1906110
- Dark Green80-190109
- White80-190015
- Black80-190181
Stegosaurus
A stegosaurus with orange plates down its back and a spiked tail.
- Beads
- 121
- Colors
- 4
- Size (beads)
- 20 × 10
10 × 5 cm (3.9 × 2 in)
Beads you need
- Green80-1908081
- Orange80-1900422
- Kiwi Lime80-1906117
- Black80-190181
Long-neck dinosaur
A purple long-neck dinosaur stretching its head up high.
- Beads
- 114
- Colors
- 4
- Size (beads)
- 20 × 15
10 × 7.5 cm (3.9 × 3 in)
Beads you need
- Purple80-1900798
- Pastel Lavender80-1905414
- Black80-190181
- Pink80-190831
Perler bead turtle patterns
A sea turtle seen from above, a box turtle out for a walk and a baby turtle with a spotted shell. These Perler bead turtle patterns use 81 to 141 beads each.
Sea turtle
A sea turtle seen from above, with a patterned shell and four flippers.
- Beads
- 141
- Colors
- 4
- Size (beads)
- 17 × 15
8.5 × 7.5 cm (3.3 × 3 in)
Beads you need
- Dark Green80-1901062
- Kiwi Lime80-1906144
- Green80-1908033
- Black80-190182
Box turtle
A box turtle with a domed orange and brown shell, out for a walk.
- Beads
- 88
- Colors
- 5
- Size (beads)
- 18 × 8
9 × 4 cm (3.5 × 1.6 in)
Beads you need
- Brown80-1901233
- Orange80-1900422
- Kiwi Lime80-1906119
- Cheddar80-1905713
- Black80-190181
Baby turtle
A baby turtle with a spotted turquoise shell and rosy cheeks.
- Beads
- 81
- Colors
- 6
- Size (beads)
- 16 × 7
8 × 3.5 cm (3.1 × 1.4 in)
Beads you need
- Turquoise80-1906236
- Kiwi Lime80-1906125
- Pastel Yellow80-1905610
- Toothpaste80-190588
- Black80-190181
- Pink80-190831
Fish Perler bead patterns
A clownfish, a pufferfish and a goldfish. These fish Perler bead patterns use 90 to 104 beads each, and a few of them on fishing line make a bright ocean mobile.
Clownfish
An orange clownfish with white stripes outlined in black.
- Beads
- 90
- Colors
- 3
- Size (beads)
- 17 × 10
8.5 × 5 cm (3.3 × 2 in)
Beads you need
- Black80-1901839
- Orange80-1900434
- White80-1900117
Pufferfish
A round yellow pufferfish, all puffed up with its spikes out.
- Beads
- 97
- Colors
- 6
- Size (beads)
- 15 × 11
7.5 × 5.5 cm (3 × 2.2 in)
Beads you need
- Yellow80-1900353
- White80-1900124
- Cheddar80-1905714
- Light Brown80-190214
- Black80-190181
- Pink80-190831
Goldfish
A goldfish with a flowing tail and little fins.
- Beads
- 104
- Colors
- 4
- Size (beads)
- 17 × 10
8.5 × 5 cm (3.3 × 2 in)
Beads you need
- Orange80-1900480
- Cheddar80-1905722
- White80-190011
- Black80-190181
Dragon Perler bead patterns
A baby dragon, a red dragon head and a dragon hatching from its egg. These dragon Perler bead patterns use 137 to 170 beads each.
Baby dragon
A little green dragon with yellow horns, tiny wings and a curly tail.
- Beads
- 170
- Colors
- 7
- Size (beads)
- 16 × 16
8 × 8 cm (3.1 × 3.1 in)
Beads you need
- Green80-19080112
- Kiwi Lime80-1906125
- Dark Green80-1901014
- Yellow80-190037
- Black80-190186
- White80-190014
- Pink80-190832
Red dragon head
A red dragon head in profile, with swept-back horns and a toothy grin.
- Beads
- 152
- Colors
- 5
- Size (beads)
- 18 × 15
9 × 7.5 cm (3.5 × 3 in)
Beads you need
- Red80-19005121
- Cranapple80-1909616
- Yellow80-1900310
- White80-190013
- Black80-190182
Dragon egg
A purple baby dragon peeking out of its speckled egg.
- Beads
- 137
- Colors
- 7
- Size (beads)
- 13 × 15
6.5 × 7.5 cm (2.6 × 3 in)
Beads you need
- Creme80-1900285
- Purple80-1900735
- Pastel Green80-190537
- Yellow80-190034
- White80-190012
- Black80-190182
- Pink80-190832
Make it look like your own pet
Swap a color by hand
Every square of one color has the same number on the chart, so just use a different bead for that number: gray for a gray tabby, brown for a chocolate dachshund.
Add their markings
A white patch, a different collar color or a spot over one eye is only a few beads, and it makes the pattern unmistakably your pet.
Start from a photo
For a true portrait, upload a photo of your pet to the pattern maker. A clear face or side shot on a plain background works best.
What to make with animal patterns
Party favors
Dinosaurs for a dino party, fish and turtles for an under-the-sea party: bead one for every guest.
Fridge magnets
Glue a small magnet on the back. A row of cats or dogs on the fridge makes a fun set.
Keychains and bag charms
The smaller animals, like the black cat and baby turtle, are the right size. Keep a bead hole open near the top for the ring.
A mobile or a garland
String the fish and turtles on fishing line for an ocean mobile, or tie a row of animals along a ribbon.
Want even smaller animals? Try our small Perler bead patterns, all 14 × 14 beads or smaller.
Tips for animal patterns
Place the eyes first
Eyes, noses and spots are one or two beads each. Put them down first, then fill in the fur, scales or shell around them.
Fuse the thin parts well
Tails, legs, horns and fins are often one bead wide. Iron them fully on both sides so they don’t snap off later.
Use a large pegboard
Every animal here fits on one large square pegboard (29 × 29 pegs), so you never have to join boards.
Iron both sides
Iron the front, let it cool flat under a book, then flip it and iron the back so the piece stays strong and flat.
Not sure about heat and timing? Follow our step-by-step ironing guide.
Turn a photo of your pet into a pattern
Upload a photo of your cat, dog or any animal and get a Perler bead pattern in real Perler, Hama or Artkal colors, with an exact bead list and a printable chart.
Animal Perler bead pattern FAQ
Which animal patterns are the easiest?
The black cat, baby turtle and box turtle use the fewest beads, from 75 to 88. Start with one of those, then move on to the cats and dragons.
Do you have cat and dog patterns?
Yes: four cats (black cat, tabby cat face, cat in a box and lucky cat) and three dogs (corgi, dachshund and pug face). Use a different bead color for the fur to match your own pet.
Can I make a Perler bead pattern of my own pet?
Yes. Upload a photo of your pet to the pattern maker and it turns the picture into a pattern with real bead colors and an exact bead list. A clear photo on a plain background gives the best result.
Will these animal patterns fit one pegboard?
Yes. Every pattern here fits on one large square pegboard (29 × 29 pegs). The widest is the dachshund, at 22 beads.
Can I use Hama or Artkal beads instead?
Yes. Hama Midi and Artkal S beads are the same size as Perler beads. Open any pattern in the pattern maker and switch the bead brand to get matching color names and codes.
Are these animal patterns free?
Yes. Every pattern here is an original meltybit design, free to download and print for your own projects and gifts. No sign-up needed.