Tips before making artworks

1. If you are new to make beads artworks or help your kids to create their own masterpieces, here are some helpful tips.

• Select beads: There are two sizes to choose from: 5mm midi beads and 2.6mm mini beads. While mini beads may be too small and difficult for beginners and young artist, they are suitable for ages 12 and up.
  
  For beginners and kids, we recommend using the 5mm midi beads from our S series, as they are easier to work with and most people love this series.
  
  
• Select pegboards: To bead with 5mm midi beads, it is important to use 5mm pegboards. These will be help you create the perfect design and ensure that your artwork comes out just the way you want it.
  
  
• Select tweezers: Tweezers are an essential tools for beading, and it is important to choose a right ones for your need.
  
  For kids, we recommend using plastic tweezers, as they are safe and easy to use. If you are using tweezers yourself, we recommend our Stainless Steel Tweezers, as they are easy to handle and highly effective.
  
  
• Selecting Ironing Supplies: Finally, when it comes to ironing artworks, you will need to choose between ironing paper and ironing film. To help you decide which one is right for you, we've provided an article that explains the differences between the two.  The different of ironing paper and ironing film.

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• Midi beads lover: If you are midi beads lover and want to challenge yourself, we recommend trying our mini beads C series. These beads are smaller and intricate, making them perfect for creating detailed designs.
  
  However, if you prefer to stick with midi beads, our midi beads S series is also a great choice.
  
  
• Mini beads lover: If you are a fan of mini beads, we recommend you our mini beads C series. However, if you prefer softer mini beads, our mini beads A series may be a better fit for you.
  
  
• In conclusion, selecting the right beads is essential to create beautiful and intricate artworks that you can proud of. By following these tips, you can choose the right beads for your skill level and artistic preferences, and create stunning masterpieces that showcase your creativity and skill.

How to make your own sunflowers Van Gogh painting?

Step 1: Get Ready with Artkal Beads and Accessories, Make sure you have everything you need before you begin.

• Pattern: Download it
• Artkal Beads: select the colors from pattern
• Tools: Pegboards, Tweezers, Ironing paper/ ironing film, Iron, masking tape, building blocks.

Step 2: Create Your Design on the Pegboards

Use four big square pegboards for your project. For the original project, we use the mini beads C series.Now, place all the beads for the design.

Step 3: Iron Your Design

Use masking tape to cover the artwork, gently press with a scraper to ensure the beads adhere to the tape, then remove the artwork from the pegboard.

Place a large ironing paper or film over the side of the artwork without masking tape, then iron to fuse them together.

Step 4: Peel.

While still warm, carefully peel off the masking tape and flatten the artwork under a book or weight.

Step 5: Enjoy

Construct a frame using building blocks. Adhere the artwork to the frame using double-sided tape to complete the piece.

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