Beadium is a bead pattern maker for seed beads and Miyuki Delica: design beaded earrings, bracelets and pendants for bead loom, brick stitch, peyote and triangle, turn photos into patterns and weave row by row. Free to start — Pro adds unlimited patterns, PDF export and the Bead Inventory.
BEADIUM FAQ
Is Beadium free?
Yes — Beadium is free to use on the web, iOS and Android. Sign up free and the Free plan includes up to 10 saved patterns, 2 custom colour palettes, 2 auto-traces from a photo per day, every stitch (loom, brick, peyote, triangle) and Beading Mode. A few power features live in Beadium Pro.
What's included in Beadium Pro?
Pro unlocks unlimited saved patterns and palettes, unlimited auto-trace from photos, PDF export, offline mode and the Bead Inventory for tracking your bead stash. Beadium Pro is a subscription (not a one-time purchase) — it starts with a 3-day free trial, is billed monthly or yearly through the App Store or Google Play, and you can cancel anytime.
Which beading patterns can I create?
Loom patterns, brick stitch patterns, peyote patterns (even and odd count) and triangle bead patterns — all on a realistic 3D bead grid that mirrors real beadwork.
Can I make Miyuki Delica and seed bead patterns online for free?
Yes. Design seed bead and Miyuki Delica patterns right in your browser for free, picking colours from a real bead catalog. Exporting to PDF is a Beadium Pro feature.
Are there beading patterns for beginners?
Beadium is made for beginners: paint with your finger like a brush, weave the pattern row by row so you never lose your place, and browse the Global Patterns library for beginner-friendly designs.
Can I export my beading pattern as a PDF?
PDF export is part of Beadium Pro. Design your pattern for free, then upgrade to export a print-ready PDF with the bead chart and colour list.
How do I make a pattern for beaded earrings?
Pick brick stitch or peyote, set the size for a pair of earrings, then paint your design straight onto the grid — fringe, triangles or geometric motifs. Beading Mode walks you through it row by row, and Pro exports a print-ready PDF.
Can I turn a photo into a bead pattern?
Yes. Place a photo under the grid and run auto-trace: Beadium reads each cell and matches it to real Miyuki Delica colours, so you get a chart you can actually weave. Free includes 2 auto-traces a day; Pro is unlimited.
What's the difference between bead loom, brick stitch and peyote?
On a bead loom the beads line up in straight rows and columns — best for bracelets and cuffs. Brick stitch and peyote offset every other row by half a bead, which is why their charts look staggered; peyote comes in even and odd count. Beadium draws each technique on a grid that matches the real beadwork.
Where can I find free beading patterns to start from?
In the Global Patterns library, where other beaders share their designs. Browsing is free — duplicate any pattern into your collection to bead it or adapt it. The original creator always stays credited.