Whether you’re making keychains, charms, or DIY decor, these animal patterns are cute, colorful, and simple to follow.

1. Beaded Turtle

  • Materials: Green and brown beads
  • Style: Flat ladder stitch
  • Details: Oval shell with bead “feet” and a little tail
  • Use: Keychains, zipper pulls, or friendship tokens

2. Beaded Fish

  • Materials: Bright colored beads (blue, yellow, orange)
  • Style: Flat horizontal pattern
  • Details: Oval body, small fin, and tail
  • Use: Beach bag charms or kids’ crafts

3. Beaded Gecko or Lizard

  • Materials: Green and black beads
  • Style: Ladder stitch body with four legs
  • Details: Long tail and large bead eyes
  • Use: Backpack accessories or jungle-themed crafts

4. Beaded Butterfly

  • Materials: Pastel or rainbow beads
  • Style: Symmetrical wings using ladder stitch
  • Details: Small body, large decorative wings
  • Use: Hair clips, bookmarks, or greeting cards

5. Beaded Owl

  • Materials: Brown, white, and orange beads
  • Style: Vertical brick stitch
  • Details: Round body, big eyes, little beak
  • Use: Fall decorations or classroom crafts

6. Beaded Frog

  • Materials: Green, white, and black beads
  • Style: Flat stitch with legs on each side
  • Details: Wide smile and bead eyes
  • Use: Nature-themed decor or fun desk buddy

7. Beaded Cat Face

  • Materials: Black, gray, or orange beads
  • Style: Flat square with ear shapes
  • Details: Whiskers, ears, and bead eyes
  • Use: Halloween crafts, pet lover gifts

8. Beaded Penguin

  • Materials: Black, white, and orange
  • Style: Oval body using vertical ladder stitch
  • Details: White belly, orange beak and feet
  • Use: Winter keychains or holiday decor

9. Beaded Snake

  • Materials: Any pattern of colored beads
  • Style: Simple spiral or straight ladder stitch
  • Details: Long body with bead tongue or tail
  • Use: Easy for kids or beginners

10. Beaded Elephant

  • Materials: Gray or blue beads
  • Style: Compact body with bead ears and trunk
  • Details: Round shape with trunk extension
  • Use: Safari crafts or jungle-themed keychains

🎨 Bonus Tips:

  • Use nylon cord, embroidery thread, or plastic lacing for stringing
  • Add a keyring or lanyard clip to turn them into charms
  • Create color variations to personalize each animal
  • Look up free printable patterns or video tutorials for extra help