This pony bead bat has that classic wide-wing silhouette that reads instantly, even from across a classroom or a trick-or-treat line, which makes it one of the most satisfying seasonal charms to whip up.
It’s also a pattern that plays well with others. Bead a few of these alongside a pumpkin or a ghost, and you’ve suddenly got a little Halloween squad clipped to your bag. No two nights of trick-or-treating have to look the same.
Pony Bead Bat Color & Style Variations
- Classic Black Bat – solid black body for the traditional spooky look
- Purple Night Bat – deep purple for a slightly softer, twilight-toned version
- Glow Bat – glow-in-the-dark beads so it lights up after dark
- Sparkle Bat – black glitter beads for a bat that still shimmers under porch lights
- Baby Bat – pastel purple or gray for a cute, non-scary take that works for younger crafters
- Orange-Eyed Bat – swap in a couple orange or yellow beads for the eyes for extra contrast
Fun Ways to Style It
- Clip it to a Halloween-themed party favor bag for trick-or-treaters or classroom parties
- Pair it with a pumpkin or ghost charm on the same key ring for a mini Halloween set
- Hang a few from a garland or string of lights for cheap, easy Halloween décor
- Make a batch in different color variations to sell alongside your other seasonal charms
- Add it to a costume bag or backpack for an easy, low-effort Halloween touch
Supplies You’ll Need
Here’s everything you’ll need to create the pony bead bat. These are the exact supplies used in this project. Grab them below:
How to Make a Pony Bead Bat
Step 1: Prepare the Lacing
Begin by measuring 120 centimeters of pony bead lacing. Cut it to length with craft scissors.
Then fold the lacing in half and pull it through the key ring or lobster clasp.
Now you should have two equal lacings, a left and a right.
Step 2: Lay Out the Pattern
Working on a flat surface, use the photo below to lay out your pattern in pony beads. This is a great time to get creative with colors.
Step 3: String the Left Ear
Start by stringing the top bead of the left ear onto the left lacing.
Then thread the right lacing up through the bead.
Pull the lacings in opposite directions until the bead is horizontal and sits just under the key ring or lobster clasp.
Repeat this step to add the bead directly under the first one in the pattern.
Step 4: Add the Right Ear
Next, string the remaining beads from the top row of the head and right ear onto the right lacing.
Then loop the right lacing around and back through the third bead.
Pull the lacing all the way through until taut.
Step 5: Create the Head
To form the head, string the next row of beads onto the left lacing.
Now thread the right lacing up through the beads and pull in opposite directions until the horizontal row forms just under the ears.
Repeat this step to add the next two rows.
Step 6: Add the Left Wing
Begin by stringing four beads of the left wing onto the left lacing.
Then loop the left lacing around and back through the third bead.
Repeat this step to add four more beads.
Then do it again.
Now string the last bead of the wing onto the left lacing and thread it through the first bead of the wing.
Step 7: Add the Right Wing
Follow step 6 to add the right wing to the right lacing in the same manner you did for the left side.
Step 8: Complete the Body
To complete the body, string the next row of beads in your pattern onto the left lacing.
Then thread the right lacing up through the beads and pull in opposite directions to form the row. Repeat this step for all remaining rows.
Step 9: Secure the Lacing
Now loop each lacing through the row above and tie them into single knots to secure all the beads in place.
Step 10: Trim Excess Lacing
Finally, use craft scissors to cut the excess lacing near each knot.
You made a pony bead bat!
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