About Hama 87×87 patterns
Hama is a Danish brand that is especially popular in the UK and Europe. This maker uses the Hama Midi (5 mm) color range, with codes like H01 White and H18 Black, so the colour list matches the numbers on Hama tubs and bags.
87×87 works well for detailed photo portraits and framed wall art. The PDF splits the design into one page per 29×29 pegboard with row and column numbers, so you can build it board by board.
Tip: If the photo has a plain background, use "remove background" so the pattern skips those cells and you save beads.
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Frequently asked questions
How many beads do I need for a 87×87 Hama pattern?
A full 87×87 pattern uses up to 7,569 beads. The exact number per color is shown in the color list after you generate the pattern, and you can download it as a CSV shopping list. Buy roughly 10% extra to cover lost beads.
How big is a 87×87 bead pattern in real life?
With 5 mm beads it is about 43.5 × 43.5 cm (17.1 × 17.1 in). Beads shrink slightly when ironed, so the final piece may be a little smaller.
Which Hama color codes does the maker use?
It matches your photo to Hama colors using CIEDE2000 color difference and shows codes such as H01 White. The RGB values come from the community-maintained beadcolors dataset; real beads can look slightly different from your screen.
Why do some colors in my photo look different in the pattern?
The maker can only use colors that exist in the Hama range. It picks the closest shade by CIEDE2000, the color-difference formula designed to match human perception.
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