Sealing Your Diamond Painting WHAT'S BEST?

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  • čas přidán 23. 03. 2019
  • Sealing your Diamond Paintings - What's Best?
    The ultimate experiment to find the perfect sealer for your diamond paintings!
    What are you working on right now? I'd love to see!
    Tag/chat with me on Instagram @hellostudiosam
    The stand out winners for me, in order...
    1st Place- DecoArt Triple Thick Brilliant Brush On Glaze
    2nd Place- Mod Podge Super Gloss
    3rd Place- Tombow Aqua Glue
    Shopping links...
    Deco Art Triple Thick Glaze
    US... amzn.to/2Yk0XGR
    Aust... amzn.to/2Fzoyfj
    Mod Podge Super Gloss
    US... amzn.to/2Yl0KTR
    Aust... amzn.to/2FwTDA7
    Tombow Aqua Glue
    US... amzn.to/2YmrXW0
    Aust... amzn.to/2Fwtkdj
    Mod Podge Brush
    US...amzn.to/2CAaY9G
    Aust... amzn.to/2FxxIJp
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    The "Starry Night" diamond painting I'm working on in this video is from AliExpress... s.click.aliexpress.com/e/bHawn8Di
    The Little Mermaid also from AliExpress
    s.click.aliexpress.com/e/hFTIARe
    The other main Diamond Painting companies I use and trust...
    Diamond Art Club... bit.ly/3o0kZCF
    Paint With Diamonds... paintwithdiamonds.com?rfsn=1665958.22ee3
    Craft-Ease... www.craft-ease.com?ref=105
    DIY Moon Shop... diymoonshop.com?sca_ref=654308.M1it3GGw7C
    All my favourite kits and supplies are on my website. Check it out! www.studiosam.co
    Buy me a coffee... ko-fi.com/studiosam
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    Affiliate links support my channel at no cost to you... thank you, you wonderful thing!
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  • @Clarachk
    @Clarachk Před rokem +49

    Three years on and still worth watching. Thank you for doing such a lovely testing and sampling job! Very helpful indeed.

  • @ko2998
    @ko2998 Před 4 lety +145

    Thank YOU so much for this video! Before you even said it I was thinking, “She’s sacrificing that picture with all those tests!” I really appreciate all the time and effort you put in these videos. Your top ten 10 tips were great too! I’m new to this dot painting...at first I was snobbish towards it but now that I’m making “Starry night,” I’m seeing it as more of a clean type of mosaic!
    I bought my kit today and I’m addicted to the ease of doing a bit and coming back to it at my leisure. I do many other messy crafts and this one gives gratification without all the mess!
    Again thank you for your help!

    • @grayscreations7004
      @grayscreations7004 Před 4 lety +2

      epponee, hi. There are numerous of 5D diamond paintings are being sold on eBay. I’ve got a few lots from eBay, and I’ve just finished a small partial drill painting! Love it!

  • @roberthallman9934
    @roberthallman9934 Před 3 lety +2

    Well here is a guy who is a mosaic artist and 87 who likes this Diamond Painting just finished my first painting that looks great and soon to try making a purse that I might want to sell-----a retired management consultant that likes using his hands now while the head is getting a little foggy----your seal presentation is good and works for me.

  • @unchartedimages2721
    @unchartedimages2721 Před 4 lety +14

    Another great one is MINWAX POLYCRYLIC CLEAR GLOSS. Mrs. Crochet and Coffee recently posted a video testing it out on a rhinestone diamond painting, so I bought some and tried it on a few regular ones. None of the sparkle has been lost! And it was super helpful to learn about the Minwax because it's hard to find your 2 picks right now due to the coronavirus situation.

  • @leef79
    @leef79 Před 3 lety +206

    I used a 55 cent bottle of Elmer's glue. Not only does it dry clear but makes your diamonds sparkle. Also I haven't had any loss in my diamonds.

  • @dellarosa1716
    @dellarosa1716 Před 5 lety +127

    26:11 : The Final Analysis (in case your don't have 30 min to see the comparisons)

  • @mariehodosi3148
    @mariehodosi3148 Před 2 lety +4

    As a beginner in Diamond Art I can really appreciate your knowledge in protecting my finished piece. Thank You

  • @heatherhemmert8536
    @heatherhemmert8536 Před 4 lety +28

    Thank you so so much for doing this video! I just got into diamond painting and have two I need to seal. I was lost in what to do until I found your video! I love comparison videos and you did a great job showing the shine and breaking down the pros and cons of each product. Thanks again!

  • @miloandotisnz
    @miloandotisnz Před 5 lety +333

    hi, would you be able to do a video on how you frame them and the preparation you do for that please

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety +74

      Great idea! Yes! Ill put that on my list. xx

    • @ThePrissymissy14
      @ThePrissymissy14 Před 4 lety +16

      @@StudioSam I would love to see a framing video as well. Curious as to your reasoning behind putting behind glass vs dry mounting after sealing ;) . I haven't done either but getting ready to do!

    • @corielvelarde1760
      @corielvelarde1760 Před 4 lety +5

      @@ThePrissymissy14 Me too!

    • @suemacas
      @suemacas Před 4 lety +3

      Thanks so much for your tutorials! Myself and an older friend are new to this and we appreciate your tips!

    • @delayedkarma488
      @delayedkarma488 Před 4 lety +4

      I wanted to ask that aswell seeing that its a canvas so would you put it in a normal class frame or wrap it around a frame as a canvas would be wrapped

  • @tracibates58
    @tracibates58 Před 5 lety +82

    Thanks for doing this video. I haven't sealed any painting yet. But feel more comfortable trying it now after watching this video.

  • @AluraCirce
    @AluraCirce Před 3 lety +8

    Thanks so much for all your work on this comparison! I was really pleased to see you tried a round diamond picture as well, since I am doing one of those as my first foray into this craft. Your attention to detail and thoroughness answered all my questions. Great job!

  • @RyoOhki179
    @RyoOhki179 Před 3 lety +8

    Thank you so much for this video!! I didn't even realize sealing the drills was a thing- when I googled how to finish a diamond painting (after I finished my first one a few years ago) I just got the instructions to press it for a couple days... x.x thank you so much for the comparisons, and for your sacrifice to make them!!

  • @kathyfettkether3690
    @kathyfettkether3690 Před 5 lety +220

    I was so very surprised to see the "Starry Night" diamond painting being used for the demonstration because I am about half way working on that very kit!!!!!!! Love watching it soak up all that protection!!!!!

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety +27

      Ha! Isn't that funny! Its my favourite artwork...so I think I need to do it again now!

    • @joegeo3622
      @joegeo3622 Před 5 lety +2

      How to fold completed diamond doz with damage

    • @celestek.2395
      @celestek.2395 Před 5 lety +5

      Kathy Fettkether RIGHT?!? That was my first thought! I was thinking “NOOOOO! It’s too beautiful!”

    • @thedarkalpha8755
      @thedarkalpha8755 Před 4 lety +3

      That was my very first one I ever did. Just finished a couple days ago. Lol

    • @alienmiep4983
      @alienmiep4983 Před 4 lety +4

      Starry night is my first and only diamond painting as well, but i think i have a slightly different version. Mine looks a little smoother

  • @psteelman4448
    @psteelman4448 Před 5 lety +125

    Thank you so much for sacrificing that beautiful work to show us such a comprehensive assessment! You have solved my problem and I can't thank you enough!

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety +15

      Thanks so much...just a good excuse to start another project!

  • @lynnnelson6244
    @lynnnelson6244 Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you Sam for sharing your creative solutions with other diamond artists. I am new but enthralled, and appreciate your generosity
    with your knowledge, and techniques.

  • @colorcreatively
    @colorcreatively Před 4 lety +6

    I am new to Diamond Painting and I have noticed the difference in the quality of the glue layer on canvases. So glad I found this video.

  • @Jasmine-ur1sl
    @Jasmine-ur1sl Před 5 lety +11

    Thank you for the demo. Very well done - and how generous of you to sacrifice one of your works for us. I learned a lot, and will be exploring sealing my diamond paintings with one of the products. Take care.

  • @miriamb.3078
    @miriamb.3078 Před 5 lety +19

    The deco art is my favourite. Glad it was one of the better ones. Thanks for being so thorough in your analysis! I could swear I've seen the Mod Podge brand before here (in Europe) at my local crafts store. I dont know about the others, but I could always get this stuff off Amazon if I needed it. This is very helpful. Love the glitter too! And oh it was interesting to see you use the glue too.

  • @chewtime5836
    @chewtime5836 Před 3 lety +7

    I discovered your videos today this is the 1st time that I have ever heard of diamond painting and looks like so much fun.

  • @lindawellinghoff5432
    @lindawellinghoff5432 Před 4 lety +9

    Just getting readying to start my first diamond 💎 painting so am loving your awesome tutorial. Thanks so much.

  • @susanphilbin7856
    @susanphilbin7856 Před 5 lety +8

    Thank you very much for these videos. I've been doing Diamond Art for a few months now and they are so addictive. I've framed one and given as a present. All the others are just lying on top of each other waiting for me to do something with them. I hadn't even thought about sealing them so thank you for the tips. I'll have to go shopping now :)

  • @stephaniegenova5469
    @stephaniegenova5469 Před 4 lety +5

    I greatly appreciate the effort you put into this video and your very knowledgeable attention to details that could be so easily over looked. I genuinely feel that I learned so much from this video. I truly appreciate it!

  • @BonnieLou86
    @BonnieLou86 Před 3 lety +6

    Hello, I'm Bonita from the UK. I recently started my first diamond painting and this is the 3rd video I've watched of yours. You seem so warm and approachable and your videos have been 'SO' informative for me and will help me make the best of my future art, so THANK YOU!👍🏾 I'm already looking forward to watching more! 🙂

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 3 lety +1

      Oh thank you so much!! You made my day!

  • @janetbergner4294
    @janetbergner4294 Před 4 lety +13

    First time diamond painter here, still in "safer-at-home" quasi-quarantine and grateful for the advice. Many thanks for the recommendations. I have been considering framing once complete, but am not at all sure I would have considered sealing first. A wise recommendation!

  • @brieminar7136
    @brieminar7136 Před 5 lety +4

    I'm pumped at your finding. I love Triple Thick, and use it on several of my crafts. Now I know a new thing to use it for!

  • @codyparsons2333
    @codyparsons2333 Před 5 lety +5

    Thank you for all the advice you are giving for the diamond paintings. I have just received my first one in the mail and I am going to get started on it in the next couple days. I like seeing all these different advice techniques everyone has posted here on CZcams it is very helpful for beginners. Once again thanks and have a blessed day.

  • @lindabarth8406
    @lindabarth8406 Před 2 lety +1

    Sam does an excellent job of explaining every step on her videos. Thank you so much Sam.

  • @IamAlwaysRight100
    @IamAlwaysRight100 Před rokem +3

    Thank you so much Sam, that was great! Really appreciate your sacrifice and we can all benefit from it! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🌻

  • @marionward5958
    @marionward5958 Před 5 lety +8

    Thank you. Have just done my first so came in really handy.

  • @sammezr.montana1184
    @sammezr.montana1184 Před 5 lety +3

    Thank you so much for trying all the different comparisons.

  • @vesnafairmont790
    @vesnafairmont790 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks so much for this! I'm waiting on my first diamond painting and am grateful for the tips and finishing research. I feel fully equipped and well informed.

  • @culhaneboys
    @culhaneboys Před 4 lety +2

    Thank you so much for taking the time to do such a comprehensive comparison. It was so helpful and will save me a lot of money since I don’t have to buy all those products myself to find the one that works!

  • @misscharmed1969
    @misscharmed1969 Před 3 lety +3

    I have just started my fist diamond art project and this video has been super helpful in helping me decide which sealant to use. Thank you for experimenting and showing a range of different products. I plan on using the mod podge super gloss now. Thank you.

  • @SofSof.
    @SofSof. Před 5 lety +10

    This is so helpful! I ordered a diamond painting some days ago and I'm eager to start doing it.

  • @Burki14
    @Burki14 Před 4 lety

    I am totally new to diamond painting and I'm eagerly awaiting my first canvas in the mail. I researched tutorials and found you! I have to say that you are just the cutest! I love your enthusiasm in your videos... I'm an avid crafter in the US and I immediately subscribed to your channel. Keep the videos coming! Thank you so much!

  • @ilonamollema6467
    @ilonamollema6467 Před 5 lety +9

    I'm so, so happy that you've made this video!
    I've been searching for the right varnish for my diamond paintings for quite some time.
    Thank you for making this video, and sacrificing your beautiful van Gogh diamond painting for the benefit of us all!

  • @NaysWays
    @NaysWays Před 5 lety +56

    Firstly - you are very relaxing to watch! I really appreciate this knowledge you have shared. I don't do diamond painting, but I do use half of the products you test here on many different things and have always been curious as to which actually is better for what. I do know from my experiences though, that if you wish to maintain a light reflective quality on plastic/glass/stone items while using triple thick or any of the liquid varnish products, you can use a slightly damp sponge - or lint free cloth - to remove the product from the top of the gems once the product has settled down into the crevices. Use warm water to dampen the cloth. This way there is no product layer to interfere with light refraction once dried. Thanks for this great knowledge, I really appreciate how much this experiment would have cost you as well.

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety +5

      Thanks so much! That really is a great idea...because its mainly the gaps and crevices that need sealing...the top surface could be free to reflect and shine! You're going to have to start diamond painting now!

    • @vesnafairmont790
      @vesnafairmont790 Před 4 lety +2

      Thank YOU for that brilliant tip of gently removing excess varnish!

    • @verygood388
      @verygood388 Před 3 lety

      Great idea!!👍
      Thanks so much!

    • @kathleenbeggs1774
      @kathleenbeggs1774 Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the tip, to remove the excess sealant from the diamonds! 💕

  • @geraldinebecher7702
    @geraldinebecher7702 Před 5 lety +3

    I'm glad to see I'm not the only one that felt this way about them coning off. Thank you for doing the comparison.

  • @sharonmanriquez8441
    @sharonmanriquez8441 Před 2 lety +2

    I saw this video over a year ago when I first started Diamond Art. I am so happy that I have been able to recommend this product to so many of my friends because you. I love this product and the little orange brush I first bought is still in use after about15 large paintings. Thank you. I am sure that Mud Podge does too. Great product and great tips.

  • @michelewhite1956
    @michelewhite1956 Před 4 lety +1

    I SO appreciate your sacrifice and hard work!

  • @heatherbennett349
    @heatherbennett349 Před 4 lety +4

    I am literally doing my first diamond painting and this video came up in recommended list and I am so glad. This video has helped me so much, so thank you for doing this video and I'll look forward to a framing one as well. Thanks again, very helpful.

  • @wannasites435
    @wannasites435 Před 5 lety +31

    Thank you very much for sacrificing one of your diamond paintings for the demo! I think I will be going with the mod podge super gloss to seal my painting. I agree that I am willing to give up a little sparkle for my painting to be properly protected. Thanks again from Georgia in the USA!

  • @glynnnoles848
    @glynnnoles848 Před 3 lety

    This is a fantastic and informative video. Answered a lot of questions. Your willingness to sacrifice a painting was a pure act of selflessness and much appreciated. I definitely gave this video a thumbs up!

  • @loriackley9827
    @loriackley9827 Před 3 lety +1

    Getting ready to start my first painting! Very excited to know how best to preserve it, thank you for your video.

  • @pfengwa44
    @pfengwa44 Před 4 lety +34

    Hi, I have never even heard of diamond painting until I found your channel. I love how clear and thorough you are. I wish I had learned of this craft years ago. I am living with advanced metastatic cancer and have quite a bit of pain. Maintaining one position for very long is impossible. But, I might try a small canvas and see how it goes. Your work is certainly very beautiful. How long does it take for you to complete one of your large canvases? My life can be measured in months now, weather 12 or 24. I'm afraid if I start a large one I will not be able to complete it. I want to complete some kind of craft for each of my family members in my remaining life. This is so attractive to me. Perhaps I could get a friend to help me. Sorry for my "thinking aloud." It's how I figure things out. Thanks again!

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 4 lety +10

      Oh my friend...I’m so sorry for what you’re going through. I think craft can be really therapeutic, and it might be great distraction for you. Smaller kits...around 30x40cm can be finished in less than a month, or even a week or two if you’re able to do a little every day. Let me know if I can help at all.

    • @ruthguthrie1099
      @ruthguthrie1099 Před 2 lety

      How are you now? 💕

    • @karap2825
      @karap2825 Před 2 lety

      Yes friend how are you. 🥰

    • @50Toots
      @50Toots Před rokem +3

      Hi I'm sorry to hear about your cancer. I do have a suggestion for you. If you go to Amazon and search for "Diamond Painting Book Marks" you will find a ton of patterns. They come in packs from 2 to 6 and they are not very expensive. They are quick and you can learn from them and make some beautiful markers. Also they will be a wonderful thing for your friends and family to have as a token of your love. Just thought I'd suggest that. God Bless!

    • @heatherlaforce7066
      @heatherlaforce7066 Před 7 měsíci

      I did a 15*20 in 5 days being 2 hours at a time. So 10 hours total

  • @nataliecole3967
    @nataliecole3967 Před 5 lety +11

    Hey there Sam...
    First off I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed watching, I am new to all this diamond painting stuff and had never seen it before about an hour ago when I was having a mouch on Amazon and it popped up, so I deceded to research what it was as I am quite an arty person and now doing a little research of what it's all about and watching videos and gathering information so I can set myself up to start doing it you have helped me with some other tips with sealing, course it just totally makes sense! 😊
    I am a massive Little Mermaid Fan and as soon as I seen your piece I couldn't believe how sweet it was and loved that you did all of it with the glitter seal, I think I can kind of see how it would look, I know sometimes it's hard to see on camera but from what I could see it looked beautiful and went perfectly with it being The Little Mermaid 🧜🏻‍♀️
    I just thought i would drop you a few lines so you knew that you had made me want to do it even more so I am going to order a kit...
    I don't suppose you remember where you got The Little Mermaid art from do you please? If so I would be most grateful if you could let me know, though I know it may be a little different for me as I am actually from the UK 🇬🇧 in England.
    Thanks again, I wish you all the best.
    I have liked and subscribed so I will be able to keep my eye out for future videos 👍🏻
    Sorry about my longggg comment too haha, take care
    Natalie 😊 xxx

  • @mrschrispisani
    @mrschrispisani Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for the time and money spent on this exercise. I didn't know I had to seal my diamond paintings, now I do. I already have TripleThick for sealing my acrylic pours, so will now spend an anfternoon sealing my diamond paintings. Thank you again, I loved watching you .

  • @alisafox2135
    @alisafox2135 Před 9 měsíci +1

    I am about to start on my very first Diamond Painting that I received it as a birthday gift. So, I watched videos on how to do it and then I noticed your video on sealing your Diamond paintings. When I saw the time first thing, I thought was I'm not going to watch this whole video. But I will say it was very informative and yes, I watched the whole video. Thank you and keep up the good work. Enjoy your morning coffee..

  • @cheryllewis5008
    @cheryllewis5008 Před 5 lety +9

    Perfect video for what I was looking for, I just did my first ever one and it’s with the round beads..

    • @bdragonfly27
      @bdragonfly27 Před 4 lety

      Do the flat side go down on the mat. Sorry I never saw that part....thank you

  • @cakeart1
    @cakeart1 Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you for trying all of these out, so I don’t have to myself! I’m gonna get some decco to use on my future diamond paintings.

  • @paulabond8052
    @paulabond8052 Před 3 lety

    This has been the most informative video (from start to finish) I've seen on diamond painting. I learned information I didn't even know I needed! Thanks for posting.

  • @MiaDiRienzo
    @MiaDiRienzo Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for sacrificing your piece for our benefit! Your experiment was thorough and well-articulated. I'm really happy I came across this video before trying to preserve my piece. Thank you! :)

  • @tessthemess2905
    @tessthemess2905 Před 5 lety +4

    Oh my goodness, thank you so much for going through this for me! I wanted to know exactly this, and now I have the knowledge. I cannot tell you what an expense and time you saved me. Hope you have a lovely day!!!

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety

      Thank you! So glad it helps! xx

  • @cheerio7990
    @cheerio7990 Před 4 lety +5

    Oh my gosh, this was just what I was looking for, thanks so much! I’d love it if you did a framing your diamond paintings vid!❤️

  • @evgeniyaborovikova5962
    @evgeniyaborovikova5962 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much for such a great informative video! I’m finishing my first painting and looked up for options with sealing, you’ve answered all possible questions ;)

  • @lindah20111
    @lindah20111 Před 3 lety

    Wow what a great video I have just watched. You have been the only person I have found to SHOW us all how to seal a painting instead of just telling us. You make it look so easy I think I can even do it lol. Great camera work in showing everything and the shine. Made up my mind now I will be sealing from now on.

  • @kimpeters8652
    @kimpeters8652 Před 5 lety +6

    Thank you for doing this comparison. I've been using the tombow glue and it's expensive. I will look at the deco art one. Also some people are using elmer's clear glue. But I understand what you mean about glue yellowing over the years. It makes since to use a 'sealant'.

  • @AnneMilnesHoward
    @AnneMilnesHoward Před 4 lety +4

    Hello Sam, I am new to diamond painting and I am in the process of doing my very first picture and my husband is doing one also which is fabulous for me. I want to thank you for such a useful informative video. I was so sorry that it messed your picture up as I thought it was beautiful but I have to say it was such a great test you worked on.
    Many thanks ~ Lady Anne (UK)

  • @LauraK112590
    @LauraK112590 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you so much for this video! I am new to diamond pairing and am gifting a couple for Christmas. I’ve been researching the best methods to seal them and your video is fantastic! Thank you!

  • @salmabegum4185
    @salmabegum4185 Před 2 lety

    Thank you so much for such a detailed video and your explanation. I'm new to this and already loving it. I knew I had to protect my work so your tips were great! And bravo to you for using one of your beautiful work to use for samples. Lots of luv x

  • @marythacker7726
    @marythacker7726 Před 4 lety +3

    Thank you so much for making this video. I was so happy to see that the sparkle was still there after you sealed them. I was worried that it would dull the painting. Thanks again. Would love to see how to frame one behind glass or how to stretch on canvas.

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 4 lety +1

      Thanks Mary! I've got a framing video on my to-do list...I'll have to make that video soon!

  • @karmalilli
    @karmalilli Před 5 lety +4

    Thank you for this video!! I'm brand new to diamond painting and am already hooked!!
    I am researching everything like a crazy person. Great to watch a fellow Australian and be able to get hold of all the products you use in your video.

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety

      Oh Yay! thats great! Hope you love it as much as I do.

    • @tracig2982
      @tracig2982 Před 3 lety

      Hi 🙋‍♀️🌞 Aussie here too! 🇦🇺

  • @dar213311
    @dar213311 Před 3 lety

    I randomly bought a diamond painting kit and just finished. I'm obsessed! Thank you for this video. When my little round guys were popping out I googled "sealing diamond paintings" and your video popped up first. Love it!

  • @tcfmarch17
    @tcfmarch17 Před 3 lety +1

    This has been one of the most useful videos I have come across. Thank you so much!

  • @kathyseeger
    @kathyseeger Před 5 lety +3

    Thank you so much for doing this!! Perfect timing for me, I have a partial round painting that needs to be sealed and I wasn't sure what to use. I don't live in a climate which I can spray outside all year long.

  • @ang5119
    @ang5119 Před 5 lety +6

    I'm halfway through my first kit and loving it. Thanks for this video, I had no idea which sealant to use, I was so afraid of ruining it completely!

  • @courtneymorris2687
    @courtneymorris2687 Před 4 lety

    Just started my first diamond painting and I started with your top 10 tips video which led into this one and I find your voice very soothing (and informative!) while I am doing my painting!

  • @erikavdzon
    @erikavdzon Před 4 lety

    I'm a beginner with the diamond painting and I ADORE watching your videos. They are super informative and helpful!!! Especially being the beginner that I am. I've ordered the blu-tack. I really dislike the wax product they give you. AND I straightened my painting by adjusting the protective layer. I had no idea! WHAT a difference!!! Thank you thank you thank you!!! I'll be checking in with you and your videos regularly for sure!!! Thank you again!!

  • @IlseK03
    @IlseK03 Před 4 lety +3

    You make great videos! Your diamond painting tips were very helpful. Yesterday I received a diamond painting set. I didn’t know I was going to get it, so it was a big surprise for me! I started immediately and I love it! I am definitely not finished yet, I’m wondering if you have to seal it when you’re done. Once you’ve sealed it, how do you frame it? Thank you for your videos!!

  • @lavernehodge3320
    @lavernehodge3320 Před 5 lety +4

    I really enjoyed your video and the comparisons between the different products. I am going to try the Deco Art glaze because I like the results from it. I have the Tombow glue, but have hesitated using it. I never thought of the possibility of it yellowing or cracking. I used the Mod Podge extreme glitter and wasn't very happy with the results. It seemed like I lost some of the definition in the painting because of the glitter. Thanks so much for sharing.

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety

      Hi! yes...I totally agree with the Extreme Glitter. Im going to stick with the Deco Art glaze too. Thanks so much! x

  • @melaniebrown5609
    @melaniebrown5609 Před 4 lety +2

    I found this video super helpful, I’ve completed 2 diamond paintings and both are behind glass as I was too scared to seal them and lose any of that shine but your video has taught me a lot! Thank you!

  • @lesleyannebathory4426
    @lesleyannebathory4426 Před 4 lety +1

    I'm new to diamond painting and hadn't thought about sealing them, so thank you for this.

  • @JennzOrs
    @JennzOrs Před 5 lety +7

    I just recently got into diamond painting last weekend and I've already finished 2 of them. I'm hooked! I'm glad I came across your channel. You're so good at this, and thanks for making content!

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety +2

      Oh thanks so much! Im so glad you like them too!

  • @natashawaugh8161
    @natashawaugh8161 Před 4 lety +9

    I love how thorough and articulate you are in your videos, definetely makes for easy watching! Im suspecting you might be an academic 😏😊. Thank you for your effort and time in making these, their honestly great to watch. A relaxing afternoon diamond painting with you and chatting would be a great afternoon. Thanks again!

  • @ddion190
    @ddion190 Před 4 lety

    Thank you SO much Sam. I have 2 diamond paintings done for Christmas and needed a way to seal them. Thanks for sacrificing a painting to show us which ones work best. I had no idea otherwise.

  • @emjay9323
    @emjay9323 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for creating a detailed video for this. I am going to take your advice on this one! I also appreciate that you went over how you applied the various finishes.

  • @Cin100954
    @Cin100954 Před 4 lety +3

    Very informative! Thanks! I'm out to get some super gloss mod podge! :)

  • @yakvlutaddict13
    @yakvlutaddict13 Před 3 lety +3

    This is amazing!I might not seal it when I’m done but I might cuz I still want the shine ❤️ ✨

  • @marlenegonzales6642
    @marlenegonzales6642 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for the video. Very helpful. I do like the triple thick as well. I'm so happy to hear it stood up as one of the best!

  • @sheriosborn9396
    @sheriosborn9396 Před 3 lety

    Just completed my first diamond painting and so thankful for your video! So helpful - thank you so much for doing the research and sharing!!!!

  • @jayneschoeller3299
    @jayneschoeller3299 Před 5 lety +6

    Thank you! I didn’t know how to proceed and like you, I want to test all my options ... but I only have one diamond painting. For my first one, it is large - 50cm x 70cm. I was visiting my brother who lives in China and their ayi was working on one - I had never seen diamond painting and wanted to try. She got one for me on TaoBao. I have never made comments on CZcams. I would like to send you a picture but maybe I can’t. I especially appreciate that you included the owl painting with the round stones because you anticipated all my concerns about the spaces in between. I am trying a second one with squares - a very different experience. Again, I am so grateful to have come across your video when I started my search!
    I am also thinking, if you have extra stones from Starry Night, and/or from other projects, you may be able to save Starry Night by gently removing the over glued sections ... and replacing the stones ... then with a small brush, seal those sections - kind of blend the sealer with those parts already sealed. Hope you are enjoying your morning coffee. I’m writing from Westport, Connecticut USA.

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety

      Oh thank you Jayne!
      I’m sitting here in Sydney with a big cup of tea in front of the fire. It’s so cold this morning!
      I would love to see what you’re working on...I dont think you can add photos here, but please tag me on Instagram (@hellostudiosam), or feel free to email me...hellostudiosam@gmail.com
      Ive never been to China...but would love to one day. Yes...you’re right...I could replaced those areas with good diamonds! It probably wouldn’t be too hard.
      I’m so pleased the video was help...and you’re hooked like me!
      X Sam

  • @lindahobbs5545
    @lindahobbs5545 Před 5 lety +4

    Never thought about sealing my paintings but it is a great idea. Thanks for all the options!

  • @Jesskellyn
    @Jesskellyn Před 2 lety

    Framing my diamond artwork for family this year to gift for Christmas and this was so helpful! Thank you so much!!

  • @anitastephenson7531
    @anitastephenson7531 Před rokem

    Thank you so much, the best video I have seen. I was very nervous about sealing my paintings but not anymore.

  • @cherylsingh9092
    @cherylsingh9092 Před 5 lety +3

    Thank you! I've been wondering about sealing so this is so helpful x

  • @stefa9983
    @stefa9983 Před 4 lety +3

    Best video I found for sealing a diamond painting. Thank you so much for posting and sacrificing your beautiful Starry Night painting. I think for me the glue sealant would be a no only because it’s so small. Thanks again I subscribed and look forward to more videos!

  • @JayJayDobro
    @JayJayDobro Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for this video. Very informative and a sensible approach to your experiments, You have saved me a lot of headaches and money trying different products to seal my diamond art.

  • @jamierasmussen776
    @jamierasmussen776 Před 3 lety

    Gave me the answer to exactly what I needed and couldn’t find anywhere else! THANK YOU!

  • @shandrabrooks6431
    @shandrabrooks6431 Před 5 lety +3

    As someone with a latex allergy I appreciate the info on the tomboy glue.

  • @kathyesquerra2085
    @kathyesquerra2085 Před 5 lety +22

    Thank you so much for doing this, I’ve almost completed the one I got of my daughter, son in law and 5 wonderful grandchildren, it’s huge and through working on the whole thing I’ve wondered what I could seal it with. I know how dust is but dust can be just dusted off, and such, but if you live in a home with primarily gas to fuel all of your appliances, then you’ve got the sticky gassy dust, which for something like a diamond painting would get to the point of needing to be discarded, which for all the hours of work, I’d hate to see that happen. It’s beautiful and I want it to stay that way. It’s a gift that I’m very proud of and even though it’s a
    Most completed, my daughter has seen it and is loving it already. Now have you had any that’s lost it’s sticky and the diamonds won’t stick, if so, what did you use, I made the mistake of folding it, and the whole folded area is no longer sticky, I bought super glue, but that didn’t go so well, I tried tombow,, wasn’t so great either. I can try those again if that’s what you’re thinking, but I’d really like to finish this and get started on the next kids family, I’ve Already told them to not wear the exact same colors in the family photos for their diamond painting, they need to dress like a rainbow so I don’t have 500.000 diamonds in the exact same color LOL so any help would be appreciated, thank you!

    • @highhopes151
      @highhopes151 Před 5 lety +1

      Have you tried the Aleene's Tack It Over Fabric Glue this has been used and recommended by one of the diamond painting and craft channel but I can't remember the channel name. She has used it on a couple of the diamond painting kit which wasn't sticky so she used this and she said that it made the glue very sticky and the beads then stuck very well after using it after how she shows the difference before using it and after. I then have brought it just as back up incase I did ever have a canvas that didn't stick the beads but I have been lucky enough not to need it but I know that it's there if I ever do need it. If I remember the channel who used it I will add it onto as an extra comment but like I said I haven't needed it so I can't personally say how good it is but she highly recommends it and she has used it a couple of times and has been very happy with it. I hope this helps you with what you are looking for. Take care.

    • @highhopes151
      @highhopes151 Před 5 lety +2

      The channel is Love craft forever all one word if you want to check it out and how she uses it. I hope this helps. Take care xxx

    • @kathyesquerra2085
      @kathyesquerra2085 Před 5 lety

      kelli shone thank you so much, I will definitely be looking at her video.

    • @kathyesquerra2085
      @kathyesquerra2085 Před 5 lety +1

      kelli shone do you by chance remember which video she talked about this, she has a few that says popping diamonds but not sure, mine don’t pop, they just don’t stick at all.

    • @carol-lynncarnes1772
      @carol-lynncarnes1772 Před 5 lety

      @@kathyesquerra2085 I have a diamond painting acting the same way and I have been using Glossy Accents on it to stick the diamonds on, it is tedious but it worked for me ...so far...haven't used any sealer yet but will be using Triple Thick...however, I have noticed that Triple Thick says no yellowing, but one year later and there is yellowing although it is not too bad as it is not on where white was placed. Has anyone else had this problem with Triple Thick yellowing?

  • @sk9801
    @sk9801 Před 2 lety

    I’m new to diamond art and was very happy to watch this video! Thank you so much for the research and testing of each product!!!!!

  • @61Vie
    @61Vie Před 2 lety

    Thank you for all the information you have given. I just started diamond painting and I love it.

  • @SuzyMcCan
    @SuzyMcCan Před 3 lety +15

    Thank You SO Much! I can not express how invaluable your style of choosing minimal products to assess the best by job. As a “newbie”to 💎 Art I’m already totally addicted. My 2 Girls & I started our own tradition a few years ago, my goal was heartfelt, heart made gifts for each other, this year after making our Christmas Cards using diamonds in a freestyle form, all of our gifts were a pleasant surprise Christmas Day as we all 3 did 💎Art for each other. I was incredibly impressed at how well they made their choices with such ❤️ & respect towards each other’s likings. My tomboy did a very sparkly high heel pink “strappy” shoe which was so far out of her comfort zone, it brought me to tears, until I saw my oldest baby’s gift to her sister which was a 45 x 60 cm square drill of Converse Tennis shoes in all colors of the rainbow. It wasn’t as far out of comfort zone, but she really went above and beyond to make her little sister happy. They both adored their gifts to each other and oddly enough, I also got shoes from both. They teamed up, each did a 4 set of partials which compliment each other and my likes perfectly. I desperately want to use in my guest bathroom. I’m hoping with the information you’ve provided I’ll be able to seal all of our gifts and we’ll all 3 enjoy them for years to come. I have always had one craft or another going on at any given time and aside from eating my baking, getting them involved has been challenging. I’m so happy to report I received requests for both to receive kits to continue their own crafting and have ordered an assortment for everyone to always have a diamond project to work through. We’re definitely a family HOOKED! I am newly subscribed to your channel and am going to seek your favorite solutions to all the various facets of this craft, hoping to find inexpensive framing options. Thank You so much, again, 100% invaluable to me and mine! Please take care, wishing you and yours a Healthy Happy 2021.

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 3 lety +2

      Thanks so much! I absolutely love your heart felt gift tradition, such a wonderful expression.
      I definitely have a framing video planned for this year, exploring different ideas...I hope it helps.

  • @grahambaker8660
    @grahambaker8660 Před 4 lety +4

    I loved this and watched it all. Thank you. Do you treat your Diamond Paintings this way even if you are putting them behind glass? I was told by others that you don't - yet you seem to imply at the end of your video that you do (because you said you do use glass). I'd love to know your thoughts. Thank you.
    Jacqueline

  • @elizabethgaloozis5755
    @elizabethgaloozis5755 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for taking the time to do this video! You have been a great help.

  • @K-OticKrafting
    @K-OticKrafting Před 4 lety

    Thanks so much for your sacrifice! I just got into this and already addicted but I was concerned about how to make the project last with out dulling it. I now know what I want to use to protect my piece when I am done thanks to you!

  • @lizcameron7906
    @lizcameron7906 Před 5 lety +8

    I used the tombow aqua glue and have found that depending on the quality of the resins and how I apply determines how well it works. Sometimes it will dry like a crackling mesh and peel off like a snake skin. Thin coats with a paint brush in my experience have been the worst. I will try the deco art brilliant high gloss next time.

    • @StudioSam
      @StudioSam  Před 5 lety +2

      Ive had quite a few people tell me the same thing. Interesting isn't it? I think its great as a glue, but probably not really the best thing for sealing.

    • @GailMarie1972
      @GailMarie1972 Před 3 lety

      @@StudioSam Could you use the Aqua Glue to glue down the popping drills?

  • @andreaz3355
    @andreaz3355 Před 3 lety +64

    Now that it has been a year or so since you sealed this, do you have any additional thoughts on how well the various sealing products have held up? Did any of them start feeling tackier over time? Have you noticed any yellowing or other color changes due to the sealers?

    • @barbarasd1196
      @barbarasd1196 Před 2 lety +25

      It is unfortunate that she didn’t respond to your question. It would be a final review to all her hard work.

    • @susanvella4482
      @susanvella4482 Před 2 lety +2

      When you start to put the diamonds on the painting , & you're tired of doing it it which way you should roll the painting inside or out side. I loved watching your video & I want to learn more . After you sealed the diamonds why you make the Movie with the brush . Please can you tell me what size of the brush & is it nylon . What kind of vanish you applied on the paintings . Please can you give me some secret tips how can I make my painting really nice . This is my first experience of doing this , I need some help from you , I know that you love to help me . So many thanks. I'll hope I'll hear from you

    • @nidhivinod8687
      @nidhivinod8687 Před 2 lety

      @@susanvella4482 I have the same questions I hope she replies soon.

    • @cpt.freaknlost5832
      @cpt.freaknlost5832 Před 2 lety +47

      FYI.. my wife has been doing 5D painting for over 3 years. We have used the mod podge super gloss- brilliant to seal the finished product. None have yellowed and the finish was brilliant, and none of the dots have separated from canvases. We have put some in a glass covered frame and the sealer does not stick to the glass if you give it time to cure. Art that we have given to friends that is not framed the dots stay in place. One caveat is that the sealer will hold onto cigarette smoke and yellow over time but that's another story. Too your question about storming your work still in progress..you definitely need to roll up with original wax paper cover you get when starting to apply diamond dots, and roll up with dots on the outside, if not you will crunch the dots and they will separate or even fall off. Have fun, be patient and you will have a nice piece of art in the end. We have bought from multiple vendors and most are pretty good in quality. FYI imo

    • @nidhivinod8687
      @nidhivinod8687 Před 2 lety +4

      @@cpt.freaknlost5832 Thank you. Once I’m done I will definitely seal the the mod-podge super gloss as recommended.

  • @debbiehowery4870
    @debbiehowery4870 Před 4 lety

    Thank you for being willing to "test" the different sealants on your beautiful project! :)

  • @selinalambert9726
    @selinalambert9726 Před 4 lety

    Thank you for taking the time to do the experiment with the sealers as it was extremely informative.