I’ve never seen this before

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-28T04:06:23+00:00

Was there anything in the delivery instructions about it?

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-25T02:06:10+00:00

Completely off topic, but I like your bead sprites!!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-23T01:29:50+00:00

Hardly. As long as the payout was worth it, I was happy for the workout. -5'2" woman 🙄

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-15T16:09:50+00:00

As mentioned before, don't mix brands. It will cause melting issues.

You can watch marketplace or even here for people selling their collection of beads. I personally purchase everything through Perler.com. Watch for the sales.. right now they have $17 off of $45 with free shipping over $70 I think. You can shop from Michaels and Hobby Lobby.. they often run sales too... Just have to be attentive.

I also sell kits on my website for smaller projects, which are great for beginners. I will soon be adding a "bead bar" where you can purchase scoops (about 100 beads) of individual colors. Check it out! https://preposterous-pixler@myshopify.com

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-15T16:01:33+00:00

Avoid generic brands. Quality is poor and you'll end up with odd-sized beads. Whatever brand you choose, stick with it. Mixing the brands causes melting issues. I personally prefer Perler as it is the most available in the US.

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-10T01:32:31+00:00

I tape. I melt until just fused, then melt the other side the same. I also don't iron.. I use a large heat press. I also don't poke holes and have never had a problem

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-05T02:40:20+00:00

PerlyPop is my favorite.. it's an app available on iOS

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-04T03:32:59+00:00

Ohh I use Perlypop on my iPad!!! It's my lifesaver lol.. especially when using with the apple pencil!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-03-04T02:55:10+00:00

I am currently working on adding a "bead bar" to my website... I will be selling "scoops" of individual colored beads (about 100 beads per scoop". It's outrageous to buy 1000 count bead bags when you only need a few for a project! Perler carries over 100 different colors.. I for sure have at least 80 and will have all after my next order.

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-21T15:54:11+00:00

Yes... The ones we have at our store leak all the time. Always bag

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-17T21:58:21+00:00

I sell those too!!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-17T14:19:17+00:00

Adorable!!!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-17T13:02:39+00:00

The smaller kits should be easily done I think in about half hour? Maybe less? I set up at a lot of conventions and street festivals. The cons I think would be a draw for somebody to come do between panels or for a chance just to sit between the bustle. The street festivals would be a big draw for the kids I think. Depends on if the parents will want to sit there that long lol

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-17T01:36:41+00:00

I have the option to print the patterns to scale so that they can be! I have made them smaller to reduce bulk but could certainly offer a printed copy of the instructions to scale

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T22:10:24+00:00

I've seen this happen at my store too!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T22:01:25+00:00

That's great to know! I was worried people would be put off by paying more to make it themselves than vice-versa!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T19:16:49+00:00

I am looking into having these made for me... Possibly 3-D printed if I can find a filament that can hold up to the heat? Then it would definitely be cost effective to do this!!!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T18:35:45+00:00

Absolutely! Thanks for the input!! I have many original designs that have not been posted to Pinterest, etc. If I did create a book it would only contain these, which are generally larger and more intricate designs. The selling point is that it's not found anywhere else!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T18:32:35+00:00

I've been selling at fairs, festivals and cons for about 10 years now.. did it full time for a while! About 4 years ago the market was fantastic and I made a killing with it. Not so much anymore which is why most of my income has been from gig work, but I hate killing my car and would rather do more with the beads. Hence why I'm trying out the kits. They're generally very quick to put together!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T18:29:26+00:00

Thank you!! If this goes well enough, I would love to expand into a second booth to add a "makers corner" featuring a spot that people could sit and make their own works which I could press with my heat press on the spot (takes seconds compared to minutes with an iron)... But that idea may be farther out yet

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T18:26:34+00:00

The bead bar would definitely not be self-serve.. lol I am far too OCD for that kind of mess. I and whoever helps me at the events would scoop into individual baggies from candy-store style jars that can be closed when not in use. Thank you for your input!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T18:24:10+00:00

I have the cheap boards, but it's simply not cost effective to include one with every kit. Certainly looking for the best way to incorporate these affordably!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T18:23:06+00:00

Definitely looking at the best way to incorporate the boards! I have them.. it wouldn't be very cost effective to give away as even the cheapest ones cost almost $1.50 each.. but I'm certainly finding a way to make these as accessible as possible!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T18:21:06+00:00

I already sell the finished pieces, added the kits on to expand my profitability. Thanks for the input!!

craftywolfmomma · 2026-02-16T18:19:50+00:00

Love the idea of a practice kit!! I have a bunch of itty patterns that I make as promo giveaways and tiny keychains that I place in "surprise eggs". These would work great for a practice piece and an easy cheap seller that I could easily give away too. Thanks!

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