Perler Beads in Kids Jewelry Making Kits(90)

How long do you iron a plastic fuse bead for crafting?

You'll apply heat to both sides of your craft for about 10 seconds each. The exact time will depend on your iron, however. Be sure to turn off the steam setting and set the iron on medium heat. Cover your craft with the ironing paper and iron over it in a circular motion. Check your craft; you're looking for the edges to be fused together but the holes to still be open. Let it cool, flip your craft over, remove the crafting pegboard, and repeat.

What kind of paper can I use when ironing plastic fuse beads?

You should use ironing paper or parchment paper. It may be tempting to use wax paper, but this will leave an unappealing waxy film on your craft. You can reuse your ironing or parchment paper multiple times.

What ages are plastic fuse beads for crafting appropriate for?

These types of crafting beads are rated for children ages 6 and up. Kids need to have the fine motor skills to handle the beads, and creating the crafts can help them strengthen their eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills.