Hi Grace...it turned out beautiful! I had almost given up on doing my diamond painting because I could never find the right size frames...ty so much for sharing this very easy, and beautiful way to frame your painting! God bless you, Grace! ❤💎❤💎❤
New subscriber. Thank you for this video, was so helpful That tree pic is so gorgeous. I've only heard about diamond art from friend at work. Have ordered my first one and am so excited to start. I've ordered a love tree picture and look forward to watching you again. Take care x
Thank you for the laughs today. This is a nice alternative way of displaying a completed piece without the expense of wood framing. I just completed my first diamond art. It's a partial that used the round diamonds. I've ordered 2 more projects from Amazon and am waiting for them to arrive. I like animals, dragons, scenery and there's one out at diymoonshop that has the Starship Enterprise D floating in Starry, Starry Night. I just need to save up for that one! lol
You are welcome 😊 Thank you for your kind words - this is such an easy and inexpensive way to frame the paintings, so you can save up and buy more paintings!! 🌺💗
I tried to convince myself that I would just not like doing these. Too tedious, small drills....yada yada. So yeah, started one yesterday and it's almost done! Have the light board coming from Amazon tomorrow, and two more paintings ordered. Ugh! LOL Another addicting hobby. Thanks for showing how to finish and frame them. Should have ordered an ice pack for my neck lol
I was the same way!!! I just love it now!! The light board is fantastic - you will be able to see the symbols so much better!! I had a good laugh reading your "ice pack" comment - LOL!!! We might all be ordering those next!!!
the purpose of spraying is to seal the sticky part of the canvas left when using rounds. if you don't put it under glass. otherwise, dust and fur will collect on the sticy canvas.
Awesome video. I will try this one. I've done two...Mickey and a parrot one. So relaxing and fun to do. Just need to frame them.thank you for the video.
The tweezers make it easier, at least for me. I grab a corner of tape and give it a little twisting or roll over action and it separates them enough tho take hold of them.
from your gbmaltese it looks like you have Maltese.. Love these sweethearts..I have 4 and have sent around 67 puppies all over the US in the past 14 years. Give your furbabies a big hug from me. and...I am really enjoying your video's and diamond painting..
Hi Sue!!! It sure was nice meeting you today on my live chat!! I look forward to talking with you more!! I sure do love Maltese - they are a wonderful breed - so gorgeous and sweet!! 💖💖💖
If using round drills, in particular, sealing the picture (only necessarily if not covered by glass or plexiglass), allows the sealant to go between the drills which connects them together keeping them from falling off. Thecsealant settling between the round drills, keeps dust from setting there as well.
I have been doing this for a while and I rather the square then the round. I do religious paintings and personnal paintings of peoples faces. I love the LORD. I had one custom framed and cost me a lot of money so now I want to learn how to frame myself. I really enjoyed your video and would love to see more and learn what is all needed to frame my own. God Bless and Happy Holidays
Sounds like you have done some beautiful ones!! I love the Lord too - He is my saviour!! Custom framing is way too expensive, so I just started framing my own - it's really easy. Here are a couple of other videos I have done: czcams.com/video/dLf2K_GCnUo/video.html czcams.com/video/VdWkG2-flBg/video.html Good luck framing!! God Bless and Happy Thanksgiving!!
Hello Grace, I enjoy watching your videos I’m not much interested in Diamme along diamond painting in chatting so much but I do enjoy watching your videos. I seem to be drawn to motorcycle pictures. My husband drives a motorcycleI ride on the back of a motorcycle but for some reason putting the diamond painting pictures together of motorcyclesThat’s what I seem to like to do. I loved your diamond paintings for my family members like to find the daylight and what they’re interested in and then do them as gifts for my family. I love diamond painting it makes me happy and I love watching the CZcams diamond painters out there it’s a lot of fun and I learned a lot. Have a great night great.
Hi Lori!! I love diamond painting so many different things. That's a great idea to diamond paint things for people based on what they like - they make great gifts!! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!!
Okay, I'm back to tell you that you've made me laugh a lot in this video. I just love when you put the first plastic sleeve on and it was the short side opposed to the long side, lol. When I do projects I only have a small amount of space to work in, and I do the same as you. I just toss things aside and then can't find them until I realize I'm standing on them, lol. You are so much fun!! Have a wonderful weekend, Grace. :)))
I'm glad you had a good laugh - laughter is the best medicine, and it's best not to take ourselves too seriously. I had a really good laugh when you said you find yourself standing on things when looking for them - LOL!!! I do silly things all the time, so keep on watching for more crazy stuff :-D Hope you are having a fantastic weekend!!
I am doing research for dp as l have never done this before. So after Christmas. l might decide to order. Your tree is so beautiful. Luv it .. Thank you for showing how to frame finished dp. ❤️
I like peacocks, wolves , cottage scenes and waterfalls,seaside scenes mandalas etc. I've only been doing this since lockdown but I've done 6 so far the largest 40×30 cm. But I'm having fun. I also love watching your channel.
G'day from Tasmania Australia. I love Diamond painting and have been doing it for a couple of years now. I'm into round drills, the squares frustrate me. I enjoyed watching this framing video. I've often wondered whether the poster frames would work. I, like you have never felt the need to seal my paintings, maybe one day. I have a very open taste in paintings, from animals, ships, vampires, figures.... if I like how it looks I do it. Thanks for an entertaining video. VERY cool.
Hi there Angela!! Diamond painting is so much fun and is very relaxing too!! I like rounds the best too - I will occasionally do squares. Poster frames work great!! If the back starts to slide off, just put some tape on the edges of the frame in the back. Thank you for your kind words - you have put a smile on my face!! 😊💖🥰
It also helps keep the painting cleaner, imh, and does help keep. the drills more secure. When pressing my drills I put a cloth or paper over them to prevent any scratching. Just what I have found.
Great idea! New subscriber here. You cracked me up when you flung that DP onto the couch behind you🤣🤣I’m on my 2nd DP with 2 more on the way. Been afraid to move the finished one too much before framing for fear of drills popping off.
Thank you for joining me!!! If you have a good canvas, the drills should not pop off. It's so frustrating if you get a canvas with popping drills, because you will need to seal it before moving it around.
Thank you!!! Someone who understands what I'm trying to say!! I will put sealer on round ones if I don't frame it, just to keep dirt from sticking to the canvas that is exposed underneath. 💖
I like round drills. Square drills are too hard to line up.I have been Dping for about 30 days. Love it and I love eyes and cartoon people. And Disney ones.Love you channel. Informative and you are so funny.
The purpose of applying a sealant is two fold. One, it gets down into the crevices between the diamonds and hardens. The layer on top hardens into almost a plastic like protective surface which also helps with scratching. It also prevents dirt and dust from getting down in between the diamonds. Eventually, the adhesive on the canvas will become brittle. That is just the nature of the beast. This sealant keeps the diamonds from falling off once the adhesive gets more brittle. If you don't want to go the extra mile to protect your painting that is up to you. However, with all the time and effort I put into mine, I'm damn well going to protect it.
I actually prefer to frame my DPs under glass, as I hate to lose the shine, because, as you said, I spent a lot of time on it. I have also done a video showing different sealants that I will use on canvases that I choose not to frame. Here is a link to that video, if you are interested in seeing which sealant leaves the best shine: czcams.com/video/hHEsh6-Fzjg/video.html
Oh my goodness! This is such an easier way to frame a DA picture than what I've been doing!!!! Thank you for your video! As always, it was extremely helpful!
This is just the second of your videos I have watched. Just finished my first diamond painting and was looking for ways to frame it. Thank you do much for the demo. I did round drills and have two more on order. Have not done a square. I like nature themes the best - animals, flowers, landscapes. Have to tell you that I was crocheting as I watched and was amazed at the stash of yarn cakes in the background.
Hi Amy, thank you so much for watching! It's so easy to frame them using this method. I have a few more framing videos - I like easy and inexpensive when I frame 😊 I also crochet, and that is just a part of my stash. Yarn is so much fun!! 💕💖🌺
Great idea on the framing with poster board. I have several that have not been framed.. because I didn't want to spend too much. Definitely going to use a poster frame for one of them. Thanks for sharing!
I feel so stupid showing my work, after I thought about it. That's what happens when you teach for 34 years - you show every single step that you do!! I have got to quit doing that, but I'm glad you got a laugh out of it - my sister did too - LOL!!! Thank you so much for your lovely comments!! xoxo Grace
Ha Ha you cracked me up, I had to subscribe. So far I am loving the square drills but I haven't given the round a fair go yet. I am loving scenery, animals and fantasy but I personally don't like partials, I like the sparkle all over :-) Thank you for your tips.
Thank you 😁 This was the only partial I have done ( I don't usually like them) - it was my first. I like both squares and rounds, but when I really want some shine - I pick rounds 💎 You are very welcome!! 😊
This was a fabulous video, Grace. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. I have never done one, but I am thinking about doing some with my nieces. I know they would love it. So with that in mind, I would probably buy them animal kits. Have a wonderful weekend and 4th of July holiday, my dear.
Thank you Cindy!!! I think your nieces will love it!! It really is fun - I still crochet, but this gives me a choice between what I want to do. You might find yourself getting hooked as well - lol!!! Have a fabulous weekend and 4th of July too!!! I appreciate how you always comment on my videos and support me - you are a sweetheart!!! xoxo Grace
thank you for the great video. very helpful and informative, just starting out and waiting on my first paintings, so exciting, I love horses, unicorns, cats and fall (seasonal, scenery, scents ect ) look forward to watching all your other videos, been watching all I can find from everyone, to learn what I can to be the best I can be, I also cross stitch so, thats helpful and fun, take care.
A hint about using double sided tape from someone who worked with several different types for many years...if you fold the end of the tape over onto itself you can easily pull the backing off of the tape. Then you cut the tape itself instead of both the tape and backing together. Then just leave a small length of the backing without tape on it on the roll. The next time you use the roll you will have an easier time peeling the backing off. Hope this made sense.lol
Yes, this makes perfect sense!!! Thank you so much for this hint - I will definitely give this a try! Is there any certain double-sided tape you like better than the others?
gbmaltese we had a bunch of different kinds so it just depended on what I needed to do at the time. Having said that, there was one the was actually more like glue than tape that I used more than the others. It was made by 3M but it’s almost $12 a roll!
Wow!! That's expensive, but if it works really well, it might be worth it. I actually bought a sheet of 3M double sided tape, but haven't used it yet - I think I paid $8.95. I'm waiting for something that might be a bit heavier to use it on.
gbmaltese I used it in an aluminum manufacturing plant so it’s definitely strong stuff. I just found it on Amazon. Here’s the link if you’re ever interested. 3M Scotch 924 Adhesive Transfer Tape, 1/2 inch X 60 yards, Clear (465 BULK) www.amazon.com/dp/B002MYPSCM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_aVbUBbNHTFGXW
I just subscribed because you have such an enjoyable personality. I also crochet, but this is my first diamond painting. I'm doing starry night. So far I'm pretty excited about it. Have a blessed evening
Thank you Kathleen, your kind words mean so much to me 😊 I so enjoy doing both of my crafts!! If my hands get tired from crocheting, I will spend hours diamond painting - it is so relaxing. Have a blessed day 💗
Turned out nice! I've done several but haven't framed them yet. I have empty frames that I hope will fit some of them. And I think a work along sounds fun!
Evonne Diskin Thank you!! If your DPs are to small for your frame, you can mount them on something so they will fit. Good luck with your framing😊 I look forward to doing a work along😁
I like the round but I haven’t done a square yet. I’m ordering one this week. I like scenery, flowers & animals. Something that jumps out at me!! I would love a DPing & chat ‘along’. That would be fun!! 💜
I recently started diamond painting, and already had the light board BEFORE I started doing diamond paintings, my bf is like "That's not what it's for." and I told him "It is now!" Thank you though for showing me how to frame my diamond paintings, I've been wondering how do frame them for a while.
I'm doing my first diamond paining - it's an 8x10 peacock with round drills. I'm almost done and can't wait to order more. I found this one on Newfrog which is similar to AliExpress. They have a great selection. At least it's an 8x10 and finding a frame will be easy.
I love New Frog!! They have a huge selection and the prices are great too. Buying a frame will definitely be much easier than having to find one for a big diamond painting!! I know you must be enjoying your first one 😊
I have no idea why I'm watching this. My ma saw one of these and after she saw a Peanuts one (been obsessed since a little girl) asked me to do it for her. I said anything for you mom and paid for it and started thinking about how the heck I would do this. Never had touched these before and um had no idea how tedious (although relaxing) it was lmao. Ended up falling in love with the process and decided on not telling her when I finished or even if I was working on it, almost wanted her to forget about it so I could REALLY surprise her. Well it's done, I brought it to my local Michael's and had them make a custom frame for it. I can't wait to see it! The awesome worker gave me a pickup date of Nov. 15 which is her bday! Couldn't be more perfect Fingers crossed she loves it!!! I was so excited that I spent 125 on the custom frame lmao which is why I'm not sure why I'm watching this now, I really like this tutorial and wish I wasn't so excited and hasty. Although I know she will LOVE it, she also would have loved it more if I made the frame myself lol. In the future, I will come back here when I make another one 🤭💜
Also sorry I went on a long tangent haha, but this vid was perfect. I love your personality so much! You remind me alot of my aunt which I loved very much and also haven't seen in years. She was a big part of my childhood and although communication has been interrupted and I'm not even sure she is alive or not, I still think about her often and you remind me of her so much. I wish you the best blessings Grace. Stay awesome my friend 💜
Awww, thank you so much for your kind words!! I don't mind long tangents - just write what you feel!! That's great that your aunt gives you such great memories - I know that would make her happy to know. Many hugs and blessings to you my friend!! 💖
Have you did a custome made diamond painting before? I have heen told you can get them custome made. for example i i wanted to do a diamond panting painting of my dog there are companys that will make the canvas for you and you then you do the diamond panting, you just send in a picture. i was told the company diamond art does not do customs though.
Yes, I have. Here is a video of my finished custom: czcams.com/video/bjEdgZ3fcPE/video.html This was a custom of my daughter's dogs - she loved it. I also did a video showing how to get around AliExpress and order a custom. I used Ever Moment, as they do beautiful customs, although they are a bit more expensive. Diamond Art Club doesn't do customs, but many companies on Aliexpress do. Here is a link to the video I made about it, if you are interested: czcams.com/video/yeM5A7Nd3Vw/video.html
I think it would be fun to diamond paint and chat!! You need to try, just to see what it's all about!! Start with a small easy one, and see how you like it. I don't really like cartoon ones either. There are so many to choose from, that it is overwhelming!! You can crochet, knit, color, whatever, while I drill and chat :)
What a great idea using the poster board it really makes the canvas pop. I have done one square it was a Slytherin house emblem for my daughter which I framed. It was a disaster from the start I could never get the wrinkles out and the drills never fit right. I have one I’m working on now which is round but hopefully maybe once I find work I’ll try another square. Maybe a Doctor Who inspired one. I blame Jenny for adding this craft to my obsession 😉
I can't blame Jenny on this one, as I started before I saw her working on one, but it is so much fun!!! That's awful about the canvas!! Some people turn the canvas face down, put a towel over the back of the canvas, and putting an iron at a very low setting (like wool setting) and ironing it gently, are very successful at getting the wrinkles out. Others contact the seller and complain, and usually will either get a refund or a new canvas. It is so much fun to find new hobbies though isn't it? Keeps us from being bored, and keeps the mind active!! I love the socks you are working on - I've seen the pictures on Instagram - you are so talented!! Take care my dear, and have fun with all your hobbies, however many they happen to be :) xoxox Grace
I have been doing Diamond Painting since just before Christmas 2018. My favorite things to do are dragons and unicorns and wolves. I love your video about hot to frame a DP. It sure beats getting a custom frame made at Hobby Lobby.
It's such a fantastic hobby!! It costs a fortune to get one custom framed, so I decided to do my own!! I have made a few videos on framing, just to help others be able to do it at a fraction of the cost. Have to save money to buy more DPs - LOL!! 😊😊
Awesome! That looks beautiful. I love birds. Like eagles hummingbird & parrots and I also like flowers roses & sunflower. I've never tried the gems or the diamonds. so I really don't know which one looks good and which one looks awesome as long as they're shiny, I love them. Have not yet tried it. One day.
Thank you!! I love hummingbirds too. It's really a fun hobby, and there are so many different types of pictures you can do. They all look shiny - they are so pretty :)
Hi Grace, I'm newbies to your page and I love it already :) I discover DP since almost 1 year now. I have several cats in DP, but now I'm doing 2 big 5 pannels project of Buddha to be place in my livingroom. I prefer round drills because ( in my case) the only square drill that i've done, the drills always pop! :/ I love diamond painting, even if I 've done only cats and Buddha, I 'm already looking for my next purchase. Maybe some Japanese dolls.... I don't know yet...
Hi Sylvie!! I love DP so much - it is so relaxing and you end up with a beautiful piece of art when finished!! Sounds like you have done quite a few!! Japanese dolls sound beautiful. There are so many to choose from that it is hard to decide!! Have fun and enjoy whatever you do!! 💖🌹
Never done a Diamond painting but I ordered one I hope it turns out good it’s a small one hummingbird and butterfly I sure hope it turns out good I want to be able to frame them and hang them on the wall if it turns out good I’m hoping to get a peacock Diamond painting it will be a big one hopefully turn out as beautiful as of Saw other people make them So I’m hoping it turns out wonderful yours turned out great and that’s what I want to do Frame them and put them on the wall thanks for sharing😊💕
You will do great on your diamond painting 😊 They are very easy, fun and relaxing to do. I love butterflies and hummingbirds - I know yours will look beautiful. Have fun diamond painting - you will do just fine on it💖 Framing is very easy also - just take your time and you will have a beautiful picture for your wall!! 💕
Thank you so much for giving me the confidence they do look like fun I can’t wait yes I love all kinds of paintings from the trees the landscaping the waters animals everything I love it all thank you so much I looking forward to seeing more that you are going to do love to see them and thanks for all your help and framing I need to know how to do that and I really really appreciate that you’re helping a lot of people thank you😊💜💕
Hi grace. I enjoyed your framing video. I have done approximately 10 and none of them are framed. My wife says she needs a table saw to make me a frame. I can't afford a table saw soooooo I am looking sir different ways to frame. I am thinking pallet board? I will try to keep up with you and your videos. Thanks again. Niki
Thank you!! You can buy lots of frames at pretty reasonable prices - just have to look around. I have some more framing videos that don't use a frame at all - I do those on my smaller ones. I pallet board might work - just use your creativity to see what you can come up with!! 💖💖
I have never done any diamond painting ever. I am looking for Harry Potter pictures but not big, big ones. Mine will be a Christmas gift for my daughter so I will have it professionaly framed. TY
Hi Alicia! I did a video on how to order diamond paintings from AliExpress - they have almost any kind of diamond painting you can imagine. Here is the link to the video on how to get around AliExpress: czcams.com/video/yeM5A7Nd3Vw/video.html Let me know if I can help you!! 😊😊
Hi Helen!! Thank you so much!! I love things that sparkle 😊 I really enjoy doing diamond painting - it is so fun and relaxing!! Cheers to you from Texas, nice to meet you 💖
Someone tried the non-reflective glass on their diamond painting - and it took the shine away from the drills. It dulled the whole painting, that's why I stick with normal glass or the clear plastic. Mine had a lot of reflection on it in the video, because I was right underneath the light in the room, and I had my camera facing me with the LED screen pointed toward me. Diamond painting really is addicting, and I think you will love it!! 😊😊
I would really like a drill-along with you. I've been drilling along with your videos going in the background. It's so fun hearing a nice Texan accent when I'm from New Zealand :D I love landscapes. I'm working on Starry Night right now but would like to do custom landscapes of photos I've taken in the future.
Thank you so much :-) I have a custom that I am doing for my daughter - not sure if you have watched my video of my custom or not, but it is quite large, and I'm looking forward to getting it done - the canvas is beautiful. Have fun with your diamond painting!!
Since I have been diamond painting for a much longer time now, I have found that the best sealer is Liquitec Super Gloss Varnish!! That stuff is amazing!! No yellowing, cracking or fading.
Looks great! I am working on my first one that is a full round drill, that I think is a landscape. I have 2 on order coming from China a coffee mug and a owl. The owl would be my first square. I have about 100+ on my wish list on AliExpress, which is a variety of different images! 😂
Thank you!! This hobby is so darn addicting!! I find myself looking on AliExpress a lot - I really have to watch myself, or I could end up with a houseful - lol!!! It's so much fun though!!
They seem to take forever to get here. I have some new ones coming, so I will show from opening to sorting to beginning one of them for you :) Prepare to become addicted!!
Just to let you know that it’s not spray glue over the top it’s a spray sealer but I haven’t done that, I just frame the pic under glass & it’s just fine
I actually do use a glue on mine - it's not a spray on though. It's Tombow Aqua Liquid Glue - here's the link on Amazon - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B0EXNI/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I only use it if it's a round and I'm not framing it under glass - it really works great. I like to frame under glass the best though.
It turned out so pretty! I haven’t tried anything like that yet. Not sure my hands are steady enough anymore, which makes me a bit sad. But at least I have my crocheting!!
Thank you!! If you want to try one, just get a partial - one that doesn't have the diamonds all over the canvas, and use get the round diamonds - they are a bit easier to use. I do still love my crochet though!!
@@kerryodonnell633 That would be about 16 x 24 inches, so you could mount it on a poster board that is a bigger size, so you could find a frame in the size of the poster board. You can find frames on Amazon, at Hobby Lobby, Michael's etc... I get most of my frames on Amazon. I type in the size frame I want, then choose the style I like. I hope this makes sense 💗 Please let me know if you have more questions.
I like cats paintings, and seasides, and wolves. I am looking for the wolves with the mountains and forest in the background. I know I saw it somewhere, just can't remember where. If you know where I can find it, please let me know. Thanks. And thanks for the video on framing.
I really like the way you framed your painting. It looks great on the black posterboard. I definitely can't afford to frame all of my diamond paintings in expensive frames. Mine are all 16x20 inches and larger. I prefer full drill square paintings. I just don't like the gaps with the round drills. I'm finishing up a large round drill painting from DAC, and I love the picture but I'm so disappointed that it's round drills. I really don't like them. This is, however, only my 3rd diamond painting the first two being square drills. Maybe I'll feel differently once it's framed and I'm viewing it on the wall.
I like doing both - gives me a break from doing the same thing. I'm getting ready to frame a DAC round one that I just finished - I will be recording the framing of it very soon. It is so beautiful - lots of glitter and shine. The largest one I have framed was a 36"x 24" custom for my daughter - it was a square and was gorgeous. Here is a video showing the finished framing of it: czcams.com/video/3Gq6t_Prab8/video.html Take care!! 💕
I have just started with diamond paintings, I have done one😅 I would like to do another one with a lion, but I can’t find one that seems really interested🤔 do you have some internet stores I can shop from?? It has to have international shipping, because I’m from Norway🥰 really good video + I would love for you to have a talk along when you do a diamond painting.... I love to draw and to take things and upgrade them, so they look nice (especially if the thing could be used as storage, I have a lot of things😂) Big Love From a newbie in diamond painting, a new subscriber to your channel and a 16 year old girl From Norway 🇳🇴
Hi there!! Welcome from Texas - thank you for joining me 😊 I have ordered quite a few of my diamond paintings from AliExpress - they are located in China and ship to almost everywhere. Here is a link to a video I did on how to shop in aliexpress.com : czcams.com/video/yeM5A7Nd3Vw/video.html I have done some videos of me diamond painting and just telling stories about my life - I enjoy doing that. Sounds like you have some very nice hobbies!! Diamond painting sure is a fun one and very relaxing. Sending lots of love to you from Texas 💖😊💖
Hi Grace...it turned out beautiful! I had almost given up on doing my diamond painting because I could never find the right size frames...ty so much for sharing this very easy, and beautiful way to frame your painting! God bless you, Grace! ❤💎❤💎❤
You are so wecome Barbara!! xxx
New subscriber. Thank you for this video, was so helpful That tree pic is so gorgeous. I've only heard about diamond art from friend at work. Have ordered my first one and am so excited to start.
I've ordered a love tree picture and look forward to watching you again. Take care x
Thank you for the laughs today. This is a nice alternative way of displaying a completed piece without the expense of wood framing. I just completed my first diamond art. It's a partial that used the round diamonds. I've ordered 2 more projects from Amazon and am waiting for them to arrive. I like animals, dragons, scenery and there's one out at diymoonshop that has the Starship Enterprise D floating in Starry, Starry Night. I just need to save up for that one! lol
You are welcome 😊 Thank you for your kind words - this is such an easy and inexpensive way to frame the paintings, so you can save up and buy more paintings!! 🌺💗
I tried to convince myself that I would just not like doing these. Too tedious, small drills....yada yada. So yeah, started one yesterday and it's almost done! Have the light board coming from Amazon tomorrow, and two more paintings ordered. Ugh! LOL Another addicting hobby. Thanks for showing how to finish and frame them. Should have ordered an ice pack for my neck lol
I was the same way!!! I just love it now!! The light board is fantastic - you will be able to see the symbols so much better!! I had a good laugh reading your "ice pack" comment - LOL!!! We might all be ordering those next!!!
I said the same thing and I am hooked !
A TV table with tilted top helps neck pains and least is not the most expensive craft there is
mskat36 me too! Spent about $700 between accessories and canvases. Yikes!
the purpose of spraying is to seal the sticky part of the canvas left when using rounds. if you don't put it under glass. otherwise, dust and fur will collect on the sticy canvas.
That makes sense!! What do you use as a sealant?
Awesome video. I will try this one. I've done two...Mickey and a parrot one. So relaxing and fun to do. Just need to frame them.thank you for the video.
I love diamond painting so much - it really is relaxing!! You are so welcome!
Your diamond painting is so pretty! You did a wonderful job on it. Thank you for teaching us. I just love your channel!! 💖
Thank you so much!! You are very welcome, and I truly appreciate your kind comments!! xxx
I like your different ways of framing. I never wouldve thought of a poster frame. Im gonna try it with one of my paintings.
Thank you!! I love doing things that are easy and inexpensive!! 😊🌼
I love all that yarn in background!!!!
Thank you!! I love yarn too, as I'm a crocheter!! Nothing like soft squish yarn 😊
I noticed all the yarn too! I also crochet and knit, so I liked seeing all your stash!
Thank you for sharing. So easy to do and less expensive than the wooden frames. Looks fantastic🧡❤
Yes!!! It is really simple and the cost is much better too!! Leaves you with more money to buy more diamond paintings!! 💖😊
The tweezers make it easier, at least for me. I grab a corner of tape and give it a little twisting or roll over action and it separates them enough tho take hold of them.
That's what I do now. If you look at the date on this video - it was done several years ago. I have updated my techniques quite a bit 😊
Grace, I'm totally enjoying all you share with us.
Thank you so much for your kind words, JoAnn!! Really does make me feel good❤😊
from your gbmaltese it looks like you have Maltese.. Love these sweethearts..I have 4 and have sent around 67 puppies all over the US in the past 14 years. Give your furbabies a big hug from me. and...I am really enjoying your video's and diamond painting..
Hi Sue!!! It sure was nice meeting you today on my live chat!! I look forward to talking with you more!! I sure do love Maltese - they are a wonderful breed - so gorgeous and sweet!! 💖💖💖
If using round drills, in particular, sealing the picture (only necessarily if not covered by glass or plexiglass), allows the sealant to go between the drills which connects them together keeping them from falling off. Thecsealant settling between the round drills, keeps dust from setting there as well.
I have been doing this for a while and I rather the square then the round. I do religious paintings and personnal paintings of peoples faces. I love the LORD. I had one custom framed and cost me a lot of money so now I want to learn how to frame myself. I really enjoyed your video and would love to see more and learn what is all needed to frame my own. God Bless and Happy Holidays
Sounds like you have done some beautiful ones!! I love the Lord too - He is my saviour!! Custom framing is way too expensive, so I just started framing my own - it's really easy. Here are a couple of other videos I have done: czcams.com/video/dLf2K_GCnUo/video.html
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Good luck framing!! God Bless and Happy Thanksgiving!!
Hello Grace, I enjoy watching your videos I’m not much interested in Diamme along diamond painting in chatting so much but I do enjoy watching your videos. I seem to be drawn to motorcycle pictures. My husband drives a motorcycleI ride on the back of a motorcycle but for some reason putting the diamond painting pictures together of motorcyclesThat’s what I seem to like to do. I loved your diamond paintings for my family members like to find the daylight and what they’re interested in and then do them as gifts for my family. I love diamond painting it makes me happy and I love watching the CZcams diamond painters out there it’s a lot of fun and I learned a lot. Have a great night great.
Hi Lori!! I love diamond painting so many different things. That's a great idea to diamond paint things for people based on what they like - they make great gifts!! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!!
Okay, I'm back to tell you that you've made me laugh a lot in this video. I just love when you put the first plastic sleeve on and it was the short side opposed to the long side, lol. When I do projects I only have a small amount of space to work in, and I do the same as you. I just toss things aside and then can't find them until I realize I'm standing on them, lol. You are so much fun!! Have a wonderful weekend, Grace. :)))
I'm glad you had a good laugh - laughter is the best medicine, and it's best not to take ourselves too seriously. I had a really good laugh when you said you find yourself standing on things when looking for them - LOL!!! I do silly things all the time, so keep on watching for more crazy stuff :-D Hope you are having a fantastic weekend!!
I am doing research for dp as l have never done this before. So after Christmas. l might decide to order. Your tree is so beautiful. Luv it .. Thank you for showing how to frame finished dp. ❤️
I really enjoy diamond painting. There are lots of places to order them from! Have fun! 💖😊
I like peacocks, wolves , cottage scenes and waterfalls,seaside scenes mandalas etc. I've only been doing this since lockdown but I've done 6 so far the largest 40×30 cm. But I'm having fun. I also love watching your channel.
Thank you so much for your kind words!! This is definitely an addictive and fun hobby!! ❤
G'day from Tasmania Australia. I love Diamond painting and have been doing it for a couple of years now. I'm into round drills, the squares frustrate me. I enjoyed watching this framing video. I've often wondered whether the poster frames would work. I, like you have never felt the need to seal my paintings, maybe one day. I have a very open taste in paintings, from animals, ships, vampires, figures.... if I like how it looks I do it. Thanks for an entertaining video. VERY cool.
Hi there Angela!! Diamond painting is so much fun and is very relaxing too!! I like rounds the best too - I will occasionally do squares. Poster frames work great!! If the back starts to slide off, just put some tape on the edges of the frame in the back. Thank you for your kind words - you have put a smile on my face!! 😊💖🥰
It also helps keep the painting cleaner, imh, and does help keep. the drills more secure. When pressing my drills I put a cloth or paper over them to prevent any scratching. Just what I have found.
It absolutely keeps it clean, and it still looks great in its frame 1 1/2 years later!! Putting a cloth over the drills is an excellent idea!! 😊
Thank you! Glad I could offer a small idea. I have learned so much from your videos, thank you.
Great idea! New subscriber here. You cracked me up when you flung that DP onto the couch behind you🤣🤣I’m on my 2nd DP with 2 more on the way. Been afraid to move the finished one too much before framing for fear of drills popping off.
Thank you for joining me!!! If you have a good canvas, the drills should not pop off. It's so frustrating if you get a canvas with popping drills, because you will need to seal it before moving it around.
Thank you so much for this video,it was filled with info and ideas.
I'm glad you liked it 🙂❤
I completely agree with you about sealing the drills. The glue doesn’t reach the canvas, it just stays on top.
Thank you!!! Someone who understands what I'm trying to say!! I will put sealer on round ones if I don't frame it, just to keep dirt from sticking to the canvas that is exposed underneath. 💖
I love the one with the tree black background looks very nice.
Thank you Dolores!!
I like round drills. Square drills are too hard to line up.I have been Dping for about 30 days. Love it and I love eyes and cartoon people. And Disney ones.Love you channel. Informative and you are so funny.
Round ones are nice and shiny too!! With practice and a little patience, you would master the squares too 😊 Thank you for your kind words!! 💖💖
Just started diamond painting three days ago. Love your channel! new subscriber
It is quite an addicitive hobby!! Thank you so much for subscribing and welcome!! 😊💖
The purpose of applying a sealant is two fold. One, it gets down into the crevices between the diamonds and hardens. The layer on top hardens into almost a plastic like protective surface which also helps with scratching. It also prevents dirt and dust from getting down in between the diamonds. Eventually, the adhesive on the canvas will become brittle. That is just the nature of the beast. This sealant keeps the diamonds from falling off once the adhesive gets more brittle. If you don't want to go the extra mile to protect your painting that is up to you. However, with all the time and effort I put into mine, I'm damn well going to protect it.
I actually prefer to frame my DPs under glass, as I hate to lose the shine, because, as you said, I spent a lot of time on it. I have also done a video showing different sealants that I will use on canvases that I choose not to frame. Here is a link to that video, if you are interested in seeing which sealant leaves the best shine: czcams.com/video/hHEsh6-Fzjg/video.html
Mod podge isn't a ashe vice. It's a gloss to fill the holes as there are gaps between. This stops the diamonds from coming off.
I did a video on different sealers if you are interested in seeing the look of different ones: czcams.com/video/hHEsh6-Fzjg/video.html
Oh my goodness! This is such an easier way to frame a DA picture than what I've been doing!!!! Thank you for your video! As always, it was extremely helpful!
You are so welcome! It really is easy to frame them this way 😊
This is just the second of your videos I have watched. Just finished my first diamond painting and was looking for ways to frame it. Thank you do much for the demo. I did round drills and have two more on order. Have not done a square. I like nature themes the best - animals, flowers, landscapes. Have to tell you that I was crocheting as I watched and was amazed at the stash of yarn cakes in the background.
Hi Amy, thank you so much for watching! It's so easy to frame them using this method. I have a few more framing videos - I like easy and inexpensive when I frame 😊 I also crochet, and that is just a part of my stash. Yarn is so much fun!! 💕💖🌺
Just finished my first diamond painting, and I love it, thank you for teaching it. Looking forward to next one. 👍🏽😀
That's fantastic!!! They are so much fun aren't they!! You are so welcome 😊
Great idea on the framing with poster board. I have several that have not been framed.. because I didn't want to spend too much. Definitely going to use a poster frame for one of them. Thanks for sharing!
You are so welcome!! Using poster board sure does help when you want to frame too, as you can cut it to any size you need!! Have fun! 😊
Love this! Love that you showed your work too! LOL! Thanks for sharing!
I feel so stupid showing my work, after I thought about it. That's what happens when you teach for 34 years - you show every single step that you do!! I have got to quit doing that, but I'm glad you got a laugh out of it - my sister did too - LOL!!! Thank you so much for your lovely comments!! xoxo Grace
I will finish my first one from amazon in a couple of days. I think I’ll frame it this way. Thank you for teaching us.
It's really easy!! You are so welcome!! 💖
Ha Ha you cracked me up, I had to subscribe. So far I am loving the square drills but I haven't given the round a fair go yet. I am loving scenery, animals and fantasy but I personally don't like partials, I like the sparkle all over :-) Thank you for your tips.
Thank you 😁 This was the only partial I have done ( I don't usually like them) - it was my first. I like both squares and rounds, but when I really want some shine - I pick rounds 💎 You are very welcome!! 😊
Love just about anything landscape with water are nice. A wipe a nd chat would be fantastic
I have done several Paint and Chats, if you are interested in watching them 😊🌺💖
Love your video! fwiw - I use an exacto blade knife to lift the corner of uncooperative double sided tape. You could also use a long pin in a pinch.
Thank you!! Those are great ideas!! I also use my short sharp scissors, and my very sharp tweezers.
That looks GREAT!!!
Thank you Phyllis!!
Gorgeous,your 3D painting turned out. Thanks for sharing with us.😀💜
Animals, like your dog boss would be interesting to see.🐕🐶
Thank you and you are welcome!!
I love animal ones!! I might work on that one with you guys next week - I'm getting quite a bit done on it.
The black background really enhances the beauty of the painting. Great job, Grace!
Thank you so much!!! You are the best :)
This was a fabulous video, Grace. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. I have never done one, but I am thinking about doing some with my nieces. I know they would love it. So with that in mind, I would probably buy them animal kits. Have a wonderful weekend and 4th of July holiday, my dear.
Thank you Cindy!!! I think your nieces will love it!! It really is fun - I still crochet, but this gives me a choice between what I want to do. You might find yourself getting hooked as well - lol!!! Have a fabulous weekend and 4th of July too!!! I appreciate how you always comment on my videos and support me - you are a sweetheart!!! xoxo Grace
Beautiful I love the poster frame thanks for sharing I will be looking for them when I do my Diamond paintings💕
They sell them at Walmart and you can order them from Amazon too!!
Oh that turned out beautiful
Thank you 🥰
thank you for the great video. very helpful and informative, just starting out and waiting on my first paintings, so exciting, I love horses, unicorns, cats and fall (seasonal, scenery, scents ect ) look forward to watching all your other videos, been watching all I can find from everyone, to learn what I can to be the best I can be, I also cross stitch so, thats helpful and fun, take care.
It's so exciting to get your diamond painitngs!! You will love it and do great on them :-)
Very detailed explanation, can tell you were a teacher! It turned out very nice!
Thank you - now it's time for you to try :)
Like your framing ideas, looks great, also I love your voice.
Awww, thank you so much for your kind words 😊💖
Thank you for sharing. Made it easier to frame. I love your picture!!!
I am so glad this helped you!! 😊😊
A hint about using double sided tape from someone who worked with several different types for many years...if you fold the end of the tape over onto itself you can easily pull the backing off of the tape. Then you cut the tape itself instead of both the tape and backing together. Then just leave a small length of the backing without tape on it on the roll. The next time you use the roll you will have an easier time peeling the backing off. Hope this made sense.lol
Yes, this makes perfect sense!!! Thank you so much for this hint - I will definitely give this a try! Is there any certain double-sided tape you like better than the others?
gbmaltese we had a bunch of different kinds so it just depended on what I needed to do at the time. Having said that, there was one the was actually more like glue than tape that I used more than the others. It was made by 3M but it’s almost $12 a roll!
Wow!! That's expensive, but if it works really well, it might be worth it. I actually bought a sheet of 3M double sided tape, but haven't used it yet - I think I paid $8.95. I'm waiting for something that might be a bit heavier to use it on.
gbmaltese I used it in an aluminum manufacturing plant so it’s definitely strong stuff. I just found it on Amazon. Here’s the link if you’re ever interested. 3M Scotch 924 Adhesive Transfer Tape, 1/2 inch X 60 yards, Clear (465 BULK) www.amazon.com/dp/B002MYPSCM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_aVbUBbNHTFGXW
I just subscribed because you have such an enjoyable personality. I also crochet, but this is my first diamond painting. I'm doing starry night. So far I'm pretty excited about it. Have a blessed evening
Thank you Kathleen, your kind words mean so much to me 😊 I so enjoy doing both of my crafts!! If my hands get tired from crocheting, I will spend hours diamond painting - it is so relaxing. Have a blessed day 💗
Turned out nice! I've done several but haven't framed them yet. I have empty frames that I hope will fit some of them. And I think a work along sounds fun!
Evonne Diskin Thank you!! If your DPs are to small for your frame, you can mount them on something so they will fit. Good luck with your framing😊 I look forward to doing a work along😁
Love your channel, you explain everything so clearly, love your soothing voice. 💖
Thank you so much Dinah!! You are so kind 😊💕
I learned a little and laughed when I didn't expect to. I subscribed. Thank you!
I'm glad you had a laugh - laughing makes us feel better 😊😊 Thank you for subscribing and commenting!! Take care!! 💖💖
I like the rounds better I'm getting ready to use a black poster board for one of my many pictures!!!
I like the round but I haven’t done a square yet. I’m ordering one this week.
I like scenery, flowers & animals. Something that jumps out at me!!
I would love a DPing & chat ‘along’. That would be fun!! 💜
I think you will enjoy the square ones too!! I have done one DP and chat, and I plan on doing more!!
I recently started diamond painting, and already had the light board BEFORE I started doing diamond paintings, my bf is like "That's not what it's for." and I told him "It is now!" Thank you though for showing me how to frame my diamond paintings, I've been wondering how do frame them for a while.
What luck you already had a light board, and yes, it is definitely for diamond painting 😊 This hobby is totally addicting!! 💖
omg I love the colors of your yarns in the back ground
Thank you!! I also crochet 😊
I love crocheting. It’s fun
@@allisonmcclain It sure is!!
I'm doing my first diamond paining - it's an 8x10 peacock with round drills. I'm almost done and can't wait to order more. I found this one on Newfrog which is similar to AliExpress. They have a great selection. At least it's an 8x10 and finding a frame will be easy.
I love New Frog!! They have a huge selection and the prices are great too. Buying a frame will definitely be much easier than having to find one for a big diamond painting!! I know you must be enjoying your first one 😊
I have no idea why I'm watching this. My ma saw one of these and after she saw a Peanuts one (been obsessed since a little girl) asked me to do it for her. I said anything for you mom and paid for it and started thinking about how the heck I would do this. Never had touched these before and um had no idea how tedious (although relaxing) it was lmao. Ended up falling in love with the process and decided on not telling her when I finished or even if I was working on it, almost wanted her to forget about it so I could REALLY surprise her. Well it's done, I brought it to my local Michael's and had them make a custom frame for it. I can't wait to see it! The awesome worker gave me a pickup date of Nov. 15 which is her bday! Couldn't be more perfect
Fingers crossed she loves it!!! I was so excited that I spent 125 on the custom frame lmao which is why I'm not sure why I'm watching this now, I really like this tutorial and wish I wasn't so excited and hasty. Although I know she will LOVE it, she also would have loved it more if I made the frame myself lol. In the future, I will come back here when I make another one 🤭💜
Also sorry I went on a long tangent haha, but this vid was perfect. I love your personality so much! You remind me alot of my aunt which I loved very much and also haven't seen in years. She was a big part of my childhood and although communication has been interrupted and I'm not even sure she is alive or not, I still think about her often and you remind me of her so much. I wish you the best blessings Grace. Stay awesome my friend 💜
I bet she will love it - they are so gorgeous when finished. It is so easy to frame them yourself, and a lot cheaper too 💖😊
Awww, thank you so much for your kind words!! I don't mind long tangents - just write what you feel!! That's great that your aunt gives you such great memories - I know that would make her happy to know. Many hugs and blessings to you my friend!! 💖
Thank you for showing the poster board idea, it's really nice.
You are so welcome, thank you for your kind words 💖
I wasn’t sure poster frame would work so thanks for this
I'm glad I was able to help!! Later I went back and put some duct tape on the back to make sure that nothing slides out - just an extra little tip 😊
Yes, I’m interested in a drill a long, I use round drills, and j like nature and religious themes. Your video has helped so much, thank you!
I am so glad it has helped you!! I have done several "Come Paint with Me" videos, that are my drill-a-longs 😊🌺💕
Thanks for all these videos I have been watching them all day in preparation of getting my 1st diamond painting
Chelle Attardi How exciting!! You will love it😊
gbmaltese I ordered 3 of them and a set of items to use & the light board you suggested
That's fantastic!!!
Have you did a custome made diamond painting before? I have heen told you can get them custome made. for example i i wanted to do a diamond panting painting of my dog there are companys that will make the canvas for you and you then you do the diamond panting, you just send in a picture. i was told the company diamond art does not do customs though.
Yes, I have. Here is a video of my finished custom: czcams.com/video/bjEdgZ3fcPE/video.html
This was a custom of my daughter's dogs - she loved it. I also did a video showing how to get around AliExpress and order a custom. I used Ever Moment, as they do beautiful customs, although they are a bit more expensive. Diamond Art Club doesn't do customs, but many companies on Aliexpress do. Here is a link to the video I made about it, if you are interested: czcams.com/video/yeM5A7Nd3Vw/video.html
I like the rolling pin & toothbrush idea
It really does help!! Some people use a lightly dampened lint-free cloth to wipe them off too 😊
Pretty! A drill along sounds cool! I haven't tried it yet. I like all different kinds except cartoony stuff.
I think it would be fun to diamond paint and chat!! You need to try, just to see what it's all about!! Start with a small easy one, and see how you like it. I don't really like cartoon ones either. There are so many to choose from, that it is overwhelming!! You can crochet, knit, color, whatever, while I drill and chat :)
gbmaltese Thank you 😋♥
What a great idea using the poster board it really makes the canvas pop. I have done one square it was a Slytherin house emblem for my daughter which I framed. It was a disaster from the start I could never get the wrinkles out and the drills never fit right. I have one I’m working on now which is round but hopefully maybe once I find work I’ll try another square. Maybe a Doctor Who inspired one. I blame Jenny for adding this craft to my obsession 😉
I can't blame Jenny on this one, as I started before I saw her working on one, but it is so much fun!!! That's awful about the canvas!! Some people turn the canvas face down, put a towel over the back of the canvas, and putting an iron at a very low setting (like wool setting) and ironing it gently, are very successful at getting the wrinkles out. Others contact the seller and complain, and usually will either get a refund or a new canvas. It is so much fun to find new hobbies though isn't it? Keeps us from being bored, and keeps the mind active!! I love the socks you are working on - I've seen the pictures on Instagram - you are so talented!! Take care my dear, and have fun with all your hobbies, however many they happen to be :) xoxox Grace
My favourite diamond paintings are the Disney ones and anything with fairies and dragons.
I love those too - so many pretty ones out there! 😊
looks lovely
Thank you so much!!
I have been doing Diamond Painting since just before Christmas 2018. My favorite things to do are dragons and unicorns and wolves. I love your video about hot to frame a DP. It sure beats getting a custom frame made at Hobby Lobby.
It's such a fantastic hobby!! It costs a fortune to get one custom framed, so I decided to do my own!! I have made a few videos on framing, just to help others be able to do it at a fraction of the cost. Have to save money to buy more DPs - LOL!! 😊😊
Awesome! That looks beautiful. I love birds. Like eagles hummingbird & parrots and I also like flowers roses & sunflower. I've never tried the gems or the diamonds. so I really don't know which one looks good and which one looks awesome as long as they're shiny, I love them.
Have not yet tried it. One day.
Thank you!! I love hummingbirds too. It's really a fun hobby, and there are so many different types of pictures you can do. They all look shiny - they are so pretty :)
I've never done diamond painting, if I did it would be about nature :D Love the ones you have picked :D
I really enjoy the diamond painting - I find it very relaxing!! Thank you!!! I love nature ones too :)
Hi Grace, I'm newbies to your page and I love it already :) I discover DP since almost 1 year now. I have several cats in DP, but now I'm doing 2 big 5 pannels project of Buddha to be place in my livingroom. I prefer round drills because ( in my case) the only square drill that i've done, the drills always pop! :/ I love diamond painting, even if I 've done only cats and Buddha, I 'm already looking for my next purchase. Maybe some Japanese dolls.... I don't know yet...
Hi Sylvie!! I love DP so much - it is so relaxing and you end up with a beautiful piece of art when finished!! Sounds like you have done quite a few!! Japanese dolls sound beautiful. There are so many to choose from that it is hard to decide!! Have fun and enjoy whatever you do!! 💖🌹
Sylvie St-Pierre, I heard that if you seal the paintings 1st then the drills won’t “Pop” off.
@@rain4325 maybe i'm gonna try this next time. Thanks for the idea :)
Never done a Diamond painting but I ordered one I hope it turns out good it’s a small one hummingbird and butterfly I sure hope it turns out good I want to be able to frame them and hang them on the wall if it turns out good I’m hoping to get a peacock Diamond painting it will be a big one hopefully turn out as beautiful as of Saw other people make them So I’m hoping it turns out wonderful yours turned out great and that’s what I want to do Frame them and put them on the wall thanks for sharing😊💕
You will do great on your diamond painting 😊 They are very easy, fun and relaxing to do. I love butterflies and hummingbirds - I know yours will look beautiful. Have fun diamond painting - you will do just fine on it💖 Framing is very easy also - just take your time and you will have a beautiful picture for your wall!! 💕
Thank you so much for giving me the confidence they do look like fun I can’t wait yes I love all kinds of paintings from the trees the landscaping the waters animals everything I love it all thank you so much I looking forward to seeing more that you are going to do love to see them and thanks for all your help and framing I need to know how to do that and I really really appreciate that you’re helping a lot of people thank you😊💜💕
@@sheilamore3261 You are very welcome!! Have fun!! 🌸🌸
I’m glad I found her!!
Beautiful work all around, Grace. Be proud! I love it :D
Thank you Kathy - you are so sweet :)
Using a single edge razor helps to split the tape.
Hi grace. I enjoyed your framing video. I have done approximately 10 and none of them are framed. My wife says she needs a table saw to make me a frame. I can't afford a table saw soooooo I am looking sir different ways to frame. I am thinking pallet board? I will try to keep up with you and your videos. Thanks again. Niki
Thank you!! You can buy lots of frames at pretty reasonable prices - just have to look around. I have some more framing videos that don't use a frame at all - I do those on my smaller ones. I pallet board might work - just use your creativity to see what you can come up with!! 💖💖
Looks really good.
Thank you Beth!!
I have never done any diamond painting ever. I am looking for Harry Potter pictures but not big, big ones. Mine will be a Christmas gift for my daughter so I will have it professionaly framed. TY
Hi Alicia! I did a video on how to order diamond paintings from AliExpress - they have almost any kind of diamond painting you can imagine. Here is the link to the video on how to get around AliExpress: czcams.com/video/yeM5A7Nd3Vw/video.html
Let me know if I can help you!! 😊😊
What a great teacher. Thank you, that was so beautiful.
Thank you so much - you are so sweet :)
Beautiful the diamonds are beautiful n sparkly ,Im new at this made a small one with rounded drills ,cheers from Scotland x
Hi Helen!! Thank you so much!! I love things that sparkle 😊 I really enjoy doing diamond painting - it is so fun and relaxing!! Cheers to you from Texas, nice to meet you 💖
@@gbmaltese nice to meet u x
That came out so beautiful
Thank you!!
Surely a non reflective glass front would not reflect as much as the plastic. It is stunning and I think I will be addicted. Thank you
Someone tried the non-reflective glass on their diamond painting - and it took the shine away from the drills. It dulled the whole painting, that's why I stick with normal glass or the clear plastic. Mine had a lot of reflection on it in the video, because I was right underneath the light in the room, and I had my camera facing me with the LED screen pointed toward me. Diamond painting really is addicting, and I think you will love it!! 😊😊
I would really like a drill-along with you. I've been drilling along with your videos going in the background. It's so fun hearing a nice Texan accent when I'm from New Zealand :D I love landscapes. I'm working on Starry Night right now but would like to do custom landscapes of photos I've taken in the future.
Thank you so much :-) I have a custom that I am doing for my daughter - not sure if you have watched my video of my custom or not, but it is quite large, and I'm looking forward to getting it done - the canvas is beautiful. Have fun with your diamond painting!!
I really enjoyed your video, thank you.
Thank you so much Sanet!! 💖💖
I seal with a high gloss spray that dries quickly for better shine.
Since I have been diamond painting for a much longer time now, I have found that the best sealer is Liquitec Super Gloss Varnish!! That stuff is amazing!! No yellowing, cracking or fading.
Ooooops, I meant Liquitex
Thanks for sharing! 🙏💜💜💜
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Looks great! I am working on my first one that is a full round drill, that I think is a landscape. I have 2 on order coming from China a coffee mug and a owl. The owl would be my first square. I have about 100+ on my wish list on AliExpress, which is a variety of different images! 😂
Thank you!! This hobby is so darn addicting!! I find myself looking on AliExpress a lot - I really have to watch myself, or I could end up with a houseful - lol!!! It's so much fun though!!
Hi Grace glad to see your doing well. I popped in for a like!
Luv yah 💕
Hi Christinna!! Thanks for popping on over :) I'm between crocheting and diamond painting now - lol!! Just what I needed, another hobby :) xoxox Grace
gbmaltese ooh I missed crochet?😯? I'll have to check that out again tomorrow 👍.
Luv yah 💕
i am still waiting on my first diamond painting, can't wait to get it. would love to see how you keep your little diamonds in order..
They seem to take forever to get here. I have some new ones coming, so I will show from opening to sorting to beginning one of them for you :) Prepare to become addicted!!
gbmaltese I am ready 😊
Yes they do take forever 🙁
I have just started a butterfly picture but I would like to do holiday pictures and rotate them for each season.
That's a great idea!!
Just to let you know that it’s not spray glue over the top it’s a spray sealer but I haven’t done that, I just frame the pic under glass & it’s just fine
I actually do use a glue on mine - it's not a spray on though. It's Tombow Aqua Liquid Glue - here's the link on Amazon - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B0EXNI/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I only use it if it's a round and I'm not framing it under glass - it really works great. I like to frame under glass the best though.
It turned out so pretty! I haven’t tried anything like that yet. Not sure my hands are steady enough anymore, which makes me a bit sad. But at least I have my crocheting!!
Thank you!! If you want to try one, just get a partial - one that doesn't have the diamonds all over the canvas, and use get the round diamonds - they are a bit easier to use. I do still love my crochet though!!
gbmaltese I’ll keep that in mind. I love crafting and would enjoy trying something new 😊
@@gbmaltese hi ive just finished a sea shell diamond art measuring 60cm x 40cms nb
But cannot find a frame to fit, a
Any suggestions please,
@@kerryodonnell633 That would be about 16 x 24 inches, so you could mount it on a poster board that is a bigger size, so you could find a frame in the size of the poster board. You can find frames on Amazon, at Hobby Lobby, Michael's etc... I get most of my frames on Amazon. I type in the size frame I want, then choose the style I like. I hope this makes sense 💗 Please let me know if you have more questions.
I like cats paintings, and seasides, and wolves. I am looking for the wolves with the mountains and forest in the background. I know I saw it somewhere, just can't remember where. If you know where I can find it, please let me know. Thanks. And thanks for the video on framing.
If I see it I'll let you know!! There are a lot of wolf pictures out there, maybe you'll find another one that you like. You are so welcome!!
Hi new subscriber I'm on my first DP a small cat defiantly addicted...I like loads of different colours x
Hi Kym!!! Welcome to my channel - thank you so much for subscribing and commenting!! This really is an addicting hobby, and so much fun!! 😊💖
I really like the way you framed your painting. It looks great on the black posterboard. I definitely can't afford to frame all of my diamond paintings in expensive frames. Mine are all 16x20 inches and larger. I prefer full drill square paintings. I just don't like the gaps with the round drills. I'm finishing up a large round drill painting from DAC, and I love the picture but I'm so disappointed that it's round drills. I really don't like them. This is, however, only my 3rd diamond painting the first two being square drills. Maybe I'll feel differently once it's framed and I'm viewing it on the wall.
I like doing both - gives me a break from doing the same thing. I'm getting ready to frame a DAC round one that I just finished - I will be recording the framing of it very soon. It is so beautiful - lots of glitter and shine. The largest one I have framed was a 36"x 24" custom for my daughter - it was a square and was gorgeous. Here is a video showing the finished framing of it: czcams.com/video/3Gq6t_Prab8/video.html
Take care!! 💕
Your so right if it's in a frame you don't need any thing on it
Exactly!!! The ones I have framed over a year ago, look exactly the same today 😊💕
I have just started with diamond paintings, I have done one😅 I would like to do another one with a lion, but I can’t find one that seems really interested🤔 do you have some internet stores I can shop from?? It has to have international shipping, because I’m from Norway🥰 really good video + I would love for you to have a talk along when you do a diamond painting.... I love to draw and to take things and upgrade them, so they look nice (especially if the thing could be used as storage, I have a lot of things😂)
Big Love From a newbie in diamond painting, a new subscriber to your channel and a 16 year old girl From Norway 🇳🇴
Hi there!! Welcome from Texas - thank you for joining me 😊 I have ordered quite a few of my diamond paintings from AliExpress - they are located in China and ship to almost everywhere. Here is a link to a video I did on how to shop in aliexpress.com : czcams.com/video/yeM5A7Nd3Vw/video.html
I have done some videos of me diamond painting and just telling stories about my life - I enjoy doing that. Sounds like you have some very nice hobbies!! Diamond painting sure is a fun one and very relaxing. Sending lots of love to you from Texas 💖😊💖
Love it would love for you to do more I love all 5d paintings I have done 2 of they looking for more to do thank you for the video
Thank you!! They are so much fun, aren't they? I think I will work on one and talk to you guys at the same time.
Thank you