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A little bead knowledge · 1 minute

Fuse beads, Perler, Hama: what’s the difference?

The short answer

“Fuse beads” is a general name for the material. Perler, Hama and Artkal are brands. A brand may offer several bead series, each with its own sizes, colors and compatible boards.

Fuse beads

PerlerHamaArtkal
Perler · Hama · Artkal: brand names within the craft.
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Keep these in mind

  • Read the brand and series together when choosing materials.
  • A Mini bead from one brand is not automatically the same size as another brand’s Mini bead.
  • A color code needs context: keep the brand and palette name with it.

Follow the thread

One question leads to another

Follow the connection that catches your eye.

Same brand, different bead sizes

How small is a Mini bead?

Why a color code needs a palette

What are palettes and color codes for?

Try it in practiceSee the palette choice in our photo guide
References & a deeper dive

The short version is above. These sources explain the details and where each example comes from.

  • Brand referencePerler: standard fusing method

    Brand instructions for arranging and fusing its beads. Follow the instructions for your own materials; an adult should do the fusing.

  • Brand referenceHama: meet our different beads

    Hama’s nominal diameters: Mini 2.5 mm, Midi 5.0 mm, Maxi 10 mm. These labels describe this brand’s series.

  • Brand referenceHama: color charts

    Official color references by product group. A code still needs the brand and the intended bead size.

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