Artkal Beads

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Safety note: Fuse beads are small parts and a choking hazard for young children. The finished designs are fused with a hot household iron, so children should be supervised by an adult. Artkal's manufacturer suggests 5mm midi beads for ages 5 and up and 2.6mm mini beads for ages 12 and up.

This guide covers shopping at the official Artkal store, the online shop for Artkal fuse beads (also called iron, melty, or perler-style beads). It explains the bead sizes, walks through popular pattern kits, and covers the deals we track on gainabargain.com.

Why Trust Us

Artkal's website blocks automated access, so we couldn't read every page directly. We reviewed product details from the store's listings, its affiliate and dealer pages, and the manufacturer's public information. We haven't used these kits ourselves, so treat this as a research starting point and confirm prices, kit contents, shipping, and the refund policy on the merchant site before you buy.

If an offer changes or a product page is updated, we'll update this guide as soon as we catch it.

Merchant positioning: Artkal calls its site the official Artkal beads online store and says the brand has supplied fuse beads for more than 10 years. Artkal beads are made by Shenzhen-based Ukenn, which describes over 15 years of experience manufacturing ironing beads.

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Artkal at a Glance

What Artkal Sells

Artkal sells loose beads by color, pegboards, ironing paper, tweezers and other tools, plus pattern combo kits that bundle the exact colors you need for one design. According to the manufacturer, the bead range includes:

• S series: 5mm Midi hard beads, about 225 colors.
• R series: 5mm Midi soft beads, about 129 colors.
• C series: 2.6mm Mini hard beads, about 197 colors.
• A series: 2.6mm Mini soft beads, about 186 colors.
• M and X series: 3mm Mini and 10mm Maxi hard beads with smaller color ranges.

There are also specialty finishes such as metallic, glitter, glow-in-the-dark, translucent, neon, pearl, and UV. The manufacturer says hard beads are very durable, while soft beads stay flexible and suit projects like bracelets.

What Stands Out About Artkal

A very wide color range. With roughly 200 colors in each main series, Artkal is popular for detailed pixel art and shading.

Kits matched to a pattern. Combo kits include the specific color codes for a design, so you don't have to buy whole sets of colors you won't use.

Choice of Midi or Mini. Most pattern kits come in both sizes, and the store itself recommends the Midi version for beginners because it's easier to handle.

Compatible with other brands. Artkal Midi beads are widely sold as compatible with Perler and Hama 5mm boards.

Things to Consider Before You Buy

• Mini beads take patience. At 2.6mm, Mini beads need steady hands, good lighting, and tweezers. Start with Midi if you're new or crafting with kids.
• Patterns are digital only. Several kits note the pattern is an e-pattern that the store can't provide in printable form.
• Some kits need extras. Some listings tell you to supply your own double-sided tape or glue for assembly.
• Check the Refund Policy. We couldn't read the merchant's refund page directly, so review it on the site before ordering.

Quick Comparison: Popular Artkal Pattern Kits

Prices vary by bead size and kit option, so check the live price on each listing.

Product Details From the Merchant Listings

Starry Sky Van Gogh Pattern Combo (Mini Beads)

A Mini-bead kit for a Starry Night pixel art piece, offered with or without building blocks for a frame. The listing gives the size as about 19 x 16.5 cm with the frame and 16 x 13.5 cm without.

• The with-blocks version includes 13 bags of 1,000 Mini beads, 5 bags of 200 frame pieces, 2 large square pegboards, an elbow tweezer, and ironing paper
• Bring your own double-sided tape, per the listing

Listed price: varies by bead size and option; confirm the live price on the product page.

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3D Parrot Pattern Combo (GL1-0014)

A 3D parrot design available as a Midi or Mini kit. The store recommends Midi for beginners.

• Each version includes 12 bags of 1,000 beads, 1 large square pegboard, an elbow tweezer, and 2 large ironing papers
• Pattern supplied digitally, not as a printable file

Listed price: varies by bead size and option; confirm the live price on the product page.

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3D Globe Combo

A larger 3D globe build, available in Midi or Mini.

• 16 bags of 1,000 beads in either size
• The Midi kit includes 4 large square pegboards and acrylic sticks; the Mini kit includes 2 pegboards

Listed price: varies by bead size and option; confirm the live price on the product page.

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3D Christmas Carriage

A seasonal 3D carriage, available in Midi or Mini.

• Midi kit: 11 bags of 1,000 beads and 2 large pegboards; Mini kit: 10 bags and 1 pegboard
• Includes a straight tweezer and ironing paper; the listing suggests having glue ready

Listed price: varies by bead size and option; confirm the live price on the product page.

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Which Kit Fits You

• First project or crafting with kids: choose a Midi version of a 3D kit, with adult help for ironing.
• Want a detailed wall piece: the Starry Sky Van Gogh Mini kit.
• Planning holiday decorations: the 3D Christmas Carriage.
• Designing your own art: buy loose beads by color code plus pegboards.

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Current Artkal Coupon Codes and Deals

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Free shipping over $39 at Artkal Beads

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How to Maximize Savings at Artkal

1. Check the deals above for current sale collections, such as Mini beads.
2. Add enough to reach the free-shipping threshold for your country.
3. Buy a pattern combo rather than full color sets when you only need one design.
4. Use our link so your order is tracked through gainabargain.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Midi and Mini beads?

Midi beads are 5mm and easier to handle, which is why the store recommends them for beginners. Mini beads are 2.6mm, allow much more detail, and need tweezers and patience. Pegboards are sized for one or the other.

What age are Artkal beads suitable for?

The manufacturer suggests 5mm Midi beads for ages 5 and up and 2.6mm Mini beads for ages 12 and up. Beads are a choking hazard for young children, and ironing should be done or supervised by an adult.

What are Artkal beads made of?

The store says they're made from food-grade plastic and lists ASTM, 6P, EN71, CPC, and MEDS certificates.

Are Artkal beads compatible with Perler or Hama?

Artkal's 5mm Midi beads are widely sold as compatible with other 5mm fuse bead boards.

Does Artkal ship internationally?

Yes, the store ships worldwide. Check the free-shipping offer above and confirm the threshold for your country at checkout.

Is it safe to shop through gainabargain.com?

Yes. Our links take you to Artkal's official store at artkalfusebeads.com. Always confirm the domain before entering payment details.

Checkout Checklist for Artkal

• Choose Midi or Mini, and make sure your pegboards match.
• Check whether the kit needs tape or glue you'll supply yourself.
• Confirm the price for the option you selected.
• Read the Refund Policy on the merchant site.
• Keep beads away from young children.

Bottom Line

Artkal is the place to go for a huge range of fuse bead colors and ready-to-build pattern kits. Beginners should start with Midi kits, detail-lovers can step up to Mini, and the deals above can help cut the cost.

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