Diamond painting is a perfect hybrid of cross stitch and paint by numbers, where makers apply small, square ‘diamonds’ (also called ‘drills’) to an adhesive, color-coded canvas to create stunning images. There are only a few tools you need to have a go, and they’re all included in ready-to-make kits – so it couldn’t be easier to get started!
Furthermore, there are lots of designs to choose from that will allow you to create a colorful, bedazzled image that will liven up a plain wall or brighten up a room. If you’d like to give it a try, here’s an easy-breezy guide to diamond painting for beginners:
“One color at a time” method
This one doesn’t require much explaining – just work your way across the canvas one color at a time! The downside here is that the exposed areas might get less sticky over time. But on the plus side, filling in all of the blank spots is that much more satisfying than going row by row, for example. This method helps me in the beginning. Then I have lots of energy and enthusiasm to start and finish all the painting as soon as possible.
Work on a board for simple storage
If your craft table also happens to be the dining table, the kids’ homework desk and the family meeting point; make your diamond painting easily moveable by working on a board. You could use an old chopping board or a piece of wood – as long as it’s a hard flat surface. Place the board wherever you want to work, and move it away to store it when you need to use it for something else.
Keep Your Canvas Straight And Smooth
It can be challenging to work on a crumpled or creased canvas, and it can also impact the visual appeal of your project. To keep your canvas crease-free, you can apply weight on top of it for several hours or overnight. You can do this by holding it under a mattress or by putting it under heavy objects such as books.
Shake shake shake!
When putting the diamonds on bowl or tray, you must not forget shaking them. This will ensure that the diamonds always lay on the flat side. This will help you to make good use of the applicator tool when it comes to picking up the diamonds. You can also have them placed onto the canvas without too much of a struggle.
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