About Us

PixelBeads was born from a simple observation: creating perler bead patterns from photos was either expensive, complicated, or required specialized software. As crafters ourselves, we experienced the frustration of manually counting beads, matching colors, and trying to convert images into usable patterns. We set out to create a tool that would solve these problems - completely free, easy to use, and accessible to anyone with an internet connection. What started as a personal project has grown into a platform used by thousands of crafters worldwide.

We are a small, dedicated team of developers and craft enthusiasts who believe in the power of creativity and accessibility. Our team combines technical expertise with a genuine passion for perler bead art. We're constantly working to improve the tool, add new features, and ensure that PixelBeads remains free and accessible to everyone. While we may be a small team, our commitment to quality and user experience drives everything we do.

Our mission is simple: to make perler bead pattern creation accessible, free, and enjoyable for everyone. We believe that creativity should not be limited by cost, technical barriers, or complexity. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting your first project, we want PixelBeads to be the tool that helps bring your ideas to life. We're committed to maintaining a free, privacy-focused platform that respects your data and your creativity.

We envision a world where anyone can easily create beautiful perler bead art from any image, without barriers. We see PixelBeads becoming the go-to platform for perler bead enthusiasts worldwide - a place where creativity flourishes, patterns are shared, and the community grows. Our vision extends beyond just a tool; we want to foster a community of crafters who inspire and support each other in their creative journeys.

We created PixelBeads because we experienced firsthand the challenges of creating perler bead patterns. Existing solutions were either too expensive, too complicated, or didn't provide the features we needed. We wanted a tool that would automatically match colors to real bead brands, calculate exact bead counts, generate printable PDFs, and do it all for free. We also recognized the importance of privacy - your images should be processed locally when possible, and your data should never be sold. These principles guided us in building PixelBeads, and they continue to drive our development today.