Little Llama

With its long floppy ears and sweet expression, this little llama has become one of my favorite patterns to make with the kids! Each square on the grid is one bead: start with the peachy muzzle and black eyes, then work up to the pointed ears before filling in the fluffy white body and its cheerful orange-and-blue striped poncho. To keep those stripes crisp, lay down a whole row of one color before switching to the next, it goes so much faster than hopping around. Once you’ve ironed it (always with baking paper, and with an adult nearby!), this little llama makes an adorable fridge magnet or a cute bag charm. A soft, happy project for a creative afternoon with the little ones.