We’re heading in to summer, and that means I’m collecting ideas for projects that I can do with the kids while they are out of school. I’m bookmarking this collection of perler bead bracelet tutorials that Helena of Craft and Creativity gathered as something to try with my daughter. The bold colors and geometric designs are perfect, and the techniques look challenging enough to keep it interesting, but simple enough to keep it from getting frustrating.
More:

• Perler Bead Pixel Coasters @Craftzine.com blog
• How-To: Woven Perler Bead Candleholders @Craftzine.com blog
• How-To: Kids’ Perler Bead Necklaces @Craftzine.com blog