pixelartmakerPixel Art Grid Maker
Create printable pixel art grids and blank templates for perler beads, cross-stitch, Minecraft planning, and classroom art projects.
Why use a pixel art grid?
A pixel art grid is more than a blank canvas — it's a planning tool, a counting guide and a creative framework. Whether you're placing Perler beads on a pegboard, stitching a cross-stitch pattern, planning a Minecraft build or teaching children about digital art, a numbered grid turns an abstract idea into a clear, step-by-step execution plan. Each square represents one unit of your craft — one bead, one stitch, one block.
Grid maker use cases
Cross-stitch & embroidery
Cross-stitch patterns are pixel art on fabric. A 30×30 grid on 14-count Aida makes roughly a 5.4cm × 5.4cm piece. Plan in the maker, color the squares to represent thread, stitch from the printout.
Perler / Hama beads
Each bead sits in one pegboard hole. Standard pegboards are 29×29 holes. Numbered rows and columns make it easy to find your place mid-project.
Minecraft pixel art
Plan large builds without chaos. Each square = one block. A 128-block design at 1 block/pixel is visible from far away but takes about 16,384 blocks — better to know in advance.
Art education
Pixel art grids teach coordinate systems, color theory and planning. Teachers often use 10×10 or 20×20 grids for introductory projects.
How to use your printed grid
- 1
Set grid size
Pick rows and columns based on your project (see the use cases above).
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Download & print
Download as PNG or hit Print. Print at full size on A4 or Letter paper.
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Fill in your design
Use coloured pencils, markers or pens. Numbered rows make it easy to track progress.
Frequently asked questions
Standard pegboards are 29×29 holes. Set rows and columns to 29 and enable numbered rows for easy counting.