The art of chess, one bead at a time!
Back to school time! As usual, we tell ourselves we’ll try to get back on track with the kids: a bit less screen time, a bit more calm, patience, and focus… No pressure 😅 But if we can keep them busy without a tablet, that’s always a win!
Fuse beads are a bit like chess:
🧩 They develop concentration
🎯 They stimulate logical thinking
🤲 They work on fine motor skills
🎨 And on top of that, they’re pretty — you make something with your own hands!
A “studious” activity without feeling like it, for a smooth start to the school year. Plus, it’s fun to play kings and queens, right?
Board 1: From Throne to First Rank 👑♟️
King, queen, and pawn take center stage in this first set of chess patterns in perler beads. Easy to make, they’re a fun way to introduce kids to the world of chess… in a creative version! A great way to review the basics while having fun.
- Material: Use a medium square pegboard (29×29) for a good balance between detail and simplicity 👉 standard square pegboard (#Ad #Amazon).
- Colors: Just black and white!
Board 2: Tactics in Action 🏰♝
With the rook, knight, and bishop, this second board features slightly more advanced patterns, but just as fun to create. It’s perfect for exploring unique moves and experimenting with shapes in fuse beads. A great way to develop logic and patience… all from the comfort of your living room table!
- Material: Use a medium square pegboard (29×29) for a good balance between detail and simplicity 👉 standard square pegboard (#Ad #Amazon).
- Colors: Just black and white!
Materials needed:
- Fuse beads (5mm / midi)
- Standard square pegboards
- Parchment paper for ironing
- Iron at medium temperature
- Beads tweezers (optional)
Check out our My supplies page if you’re looking for any accessories ❤️
Did you know? ♟️
Chess is officially a recognized sport! Yes, even without cleats or a ball, this game demands focus, strategy, mental endurance… and sometimes you sweat as much as on a real field! 😅
That’s why we’ve included these patterns in the Sports Category exercising your brain is also a great way to “move” 💪🧠
Mom & Adam.
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