Beadwork / Bead loom

Bead loom pattern maker

Turn any image into a loom pattern for 11/0 seed beads, drawn in true bead proportions, with warp thread count, finished size and a written chart.

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Bead loom: the chart and a row-by-row list come in the PDF.

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Add an image to see what you need.

How it works

  1. Add an image

    Photos, logos and pixel art all work. The chart keeps the proportions of real beads, so the woven piece is not stretched.

  2. Choose the width

    Width is beads per row, and you need one more warp thread than that. Bracelets are often 12 to 25 beads wide.

  3. Match your beads

    Colours are common seed bead shades. Pick the closest colour in your brand, such as Miyuki Delica or Toho.

  4. Weave row by row

    The PDF has the chart plus a written list of every row, left to right, as runs of colour.

Frequently asked questions

Why are the cells not square?

A loomed seed bead is a little taller than it is wide. The chart is drawn with 11/0 cylinder bead proportions (about 1.6 × 1.3 mm), so the finished piece matches the picture.

How many warp threads do I need?

One more than the number of beads in a row. A 24-bead-wide pattern needs 25 warp threads.

Are these Miyuki Delica codes?

Not yet. The palette is common seed bead colours without brand codes. Match each one to the closest Delica or Toho shade you can buy.

How big will it be?

The size shown assumes 11/0 cylinder beads. Round seed beads and your tension change it a little, so weave a few rows and measure before a long piece.