Bead Pattern Designer

A bead pattern designer helps you plan and visualize the sequence of beads before stringing them. It's used by jewelry makers, bracelet crafters, and bead loom enthusiasts to design color patterns, calculate bead counts, and estimate finished lengths. This online tool lets you click to build a visual bead sequence, making it easy to experiment with different color combinations.

Multiply the number of beads by the bead size (diameter in mm). For example, 30 beads × 6mm = 180mm (18cm). Standard women's bracelets are 16–18cm, men's 18–20cm, and children's 14–16cm. Add 1–2cm for the clasp. Our tool calculates this automatically based on your selected bead size.

Common patterns include: ABAB (alternating two colors), AABB (paired repeats), ABC (three-color rotation), gradient blends (smooth color transitions), symmetrical/mirror patterns (palindrome sequences), and focal point designs with a centerpiece bead. Use our Quick Templates to get started instantly.

Yes! You can copy the sequence as text (color names), export as JSON (includes full color data), or simply take a screenshot of the visual pattern. The JSON export can be saved and re-imported for future projects.

For a standard 18cm women's bracelet: ~30 beads at 6mm, ~22 beads at 8mm, or ~18 beads at 10mm. For a 20cm men's bracelet: ~33 beads at 6mm, ~25 beads at 8mm. Always account for clasp space (1–2cm). Our tool's length estimator helps you plan precisely.

6mm and 8mm round beads are ideal for beginners—they're easy to handle, string, and create visually clear patterns. Seed beads (4mm and smaller) require more dexterity and finer stringing material. Large 10–12mm beads work well for statement pieces and focal beads.