# PixelBeads
> PixelBeads is a free browser-based Perler, Hama, Artkal, MARD, Nabbi, and IKEA Pyssla bead pattern generator and pixel art editor.

## Core tools
- [Perler Bead Pattern Generator](https://www.pixel-beads.com/perler-bead-pattern-generator): Convert an image into an editable bead pattern with brand palettes, material counts, PDF export, and PNG export.
- [Image to Pixel Art](https://www.pixel-beads.com/image-to-pixel-art): Convert an image into downloadable pixel art in the browser.
- [Pixel Art Maker](https://www.pixel-beads.com/pixel-art-maker): Draw and edit pixel art manually.
- [Pattern Library](https://www.pixel-beads.com/perler-bead-pattern): Browse public patterns and creator-attributed designs.

## Bead color references
- [Perler Bead Color Chart](https://www.pixel-beads.com/perler-bead-color-chart): Searchable Perler color names, codes, and digital color values.
- [Hama Bead Color Chart](https://www.pixel-beads.com/hama-bead-color-chart): Searchable Hama color reference.
- [Artkal Bead Color Chart](https://www.pixel-beads.com/artkal-bead-color-chart): Searchable Artkal color reference.
- [MARD Bead Color Chart](https://www.pixel-beads.com/mard-bead-color-chart): Searchable MARD color reference.
- [Nabbi Bead Color Chart](https://www.pixel-beads.com/nabbi-bead-color-chart): Searchable Nabbi color reference.
- [IKEA Pyssla Color Chart](https://www.pixel-beads.com/ikea-pyssla-bead-color-chart): Searchable IKEA Pyssla color reference.

## Guides and provenance
- [PixelBeads Blog](https://www.pixel-beads.com/blog): Tutorials, comparisons, product updates, and craft commentary with visible author and publication metadata.
- [About PixelBeads](https://www.pixel-beads.com/about): Editorial purpose and team profiles.
- [Yibai Ju](https://www.pixel-beads.com/author/yibai-ju): Founder and product author.
- [Mu Li](https://www.pixel-beads.com/author/mu-li): Tutorial and color-reference author.
- [Pronoia](https://www.pixel-beads.com/author/pronoia): Contributor profile.
- [Contact](https://www.pixel-beads.com/contact): Corrections, questions, and support.

## Languages
- English is served at the root URL.
- Localized routes are available under `/zh`, `/zh-tw`, `/ja`, `/vi`, `/ko`, and `/de` where content exists.

## Content notes
- Core image processing happens in the user's browser.
- Public gallery items may be user-created and are attributed to their submitted creator name when available.
- Brand names belong to their respective owners. PixelBeads is an independent tool and reference site.