Why Diamond Painting is the Perfect Combination of Beading and Painting

If you're looking for a new creative hobby to try, then diamond painting might just be what you need. This unique art form, which originated in Asia over a decade ago, has gained popularity among crafters looking for a relaxing and engaging activity, especially during the pandemic. In this blog post, we'll explore what diamond painting is, the materials you'll need, and some tips to help you get started.

What is Diamond Painting?

Diamond painting is a creative activity that blends the techniques of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers. You use an applicator to place hundreds of sparkling resin rhinestones, one-by-one, on an adhesive color-coded canvas painting. The end result is a vivid and shimmering work of art that can be framed and hung on your wall, gifted to loved ones, or kept for yourself to enjoy.

Materials You'll Need

Many companies offer diamond painting kits that contain everything you need to get started, such as canvas, adhesive, an applicator pen, tray, paddy wax, and colorful resin drills. We suggest using a light pad to help ease any eye strain, a diamond organizer to store and keep track of all your colored diamonds, and some washi tape to help prevent any dust or lint from getting on your adhesive during application. Additionally, diamond painting crafters may prefer using several stylish multi-applicator pens and an ergonomically designed area for crafting.

Choosing the Best Kit for Your Skill Level

If you're new to diamond painting, then consider starting with round diamond kits, which are great for beginners. More advanced crafters will enjoy larger square canvases, which have a snap feature that allows the diamonds to fit together neatly with no gaps. You can also choose a kit with a theme that speaks to you. YLJ Art Shop offers more and more themes for everyone to explore, from classic landscape artwork to inspirational quotes to abstract art pieces to portraits and a variety of eclectic visuals that span multiple categories.

How to Diamond Paint

To begin, open up your canvas and put it under something heavy, such as a stack of books, for a few hours to overnight. This will help straighten it out, making it easier to work on. Once straightened, lay out your canvas on an LED light pad and peel back a small part of the plastic covering to work on a small area. Be careful not to remove all of the plastic covering, as this protects the sticky canvas.

Next, use the coded chart on the canvas to match a symbol with the corresponding diamond color code, and then find the respective diamond bag. You can pick any single-color drill to get started. Pour some of the drills into the tray, and gently shake the tray back and forth so the drills settle right side up. Then, use your diamond painting pen and dip it in wax a couple of times, until the tip has a little wax on it. Use your pen to pick up a diamond drill and place it on the appropriate symbol, then keep adding the color you are working with onto the canvas. There is no need to dip the pen in wax with each drill, as it will pick up drills for quite a while before you need to dip it in wax again.

When you finish your first section, pull another section of covering off and move onto that section until you're finished. All that's left is to frame and display your artwork at home.

In conclusion,

diamond painting is a beautiful and fulfilling art form that offers a creative outlet for anyone looking to unwind and destress. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, there are diamond painting kits available for all skill levels and interests. The process of creating a diamond painting is easy and straightforward, yet the end result is a stunning piece of art that you can display in your home or give as a thoughtful gift. So why not try diamond painting today and see where your creativity takes you?