8 Tips For How To Diamond Paint Faster

[@paulineartstuff2073]

I would like to add this tip about the organization. It makes it even easier to find the symbol you need by sorting them to what makes sense to you. For example numbers 1-6 or alfabet, or - +/ and put all squares together, triangles, dots. Whatever makes sense for yourself helps speeds picking your stones too. And if u only need 1 diamond dont poor your diamonds in the tray just pick one out of your box.

[@fancypinkgirl4978]

Yes! This was a game changer for me it helped me so much, I am glad someone else organizes the symbols like me

[@Chuloon]

Yess! This is the only way my brain works

[@DiamondsandWashi]

Absolutely, on both counts!! I realized after I filmed that I forgot to include both of these suggestions (even though they were in my notes!) and seriously considered going back to re-film and include these suggestions, especially organizing the symbols. Even though I don’t organize by symbol unless it’s a project with 80+ colors, I definitely see it as a way to save time!

[@heikemartin4583]

I sort mine by colour, so I have like neighbours on the canvas close in my storage. The more colours a kit has, the more this helps.

[@johnhipp604]

​@@DiamondsandWashioh I like your nails

[@jenniferzyren7521]

Yes! Thank you for all the tips! Most I already knew but there were a few that were different. One of my tips, not for making it more speedy per se but to help make it easier, is to do the symbols with the most diamonds to place in a section first. I find that it’s a lot easier finding one or two spots after a huge section has been filled than going through and trying to find them individually.

[@EleventyThousand]

Same here!! Such a game changer for me once I figured this out!

[@Namelessismyprice]

I love how you tell people not to compare. ❤ We are all here to enjoy the craft, it's not a competition.

[@4Luwana]

I have to tell you that I am a newbie at this new rabbit hole 😉and I appreciate your advice and direction. While you were talking about whether or not to speed through these, it reminded me that there are different kinds of knitters-one is a process knitter and the other one is a project knitter. I’m a process knitter, so this will be a good fit. Thanks again.

[@LisasColoringCorner]

I’ve tried not using the legend but it sometimes took me just as long to find them in my storage containers, especially the symbols. Numbers and letters are easy and, even though I tired to group the symbols into groups (like arrows, etc.), there are always quite a few that just don’t fit anywhere so it takes awhile to find those. Maybe I’ll try it again next time. And I definitely have to work on my multiplacing! Mine get so crooked so often. One time, I’ll place them perfectly and the next time, they’re all over the place. It gets kinda frustrating.

[@DiamondsandWashi]

It’s tricky, for sure! Do whatever works best for you 💛 Our brains all work differently!

[@CyndieG1970]

Thank you for the great tips. I appreciate your bonus tip about not comparing yourself and that everyone DP at their speed. It's hard to remember that sometimes when you're participating in the events. I will hit my 1 yr of diamond painting in August and have struggled with wanting to "keep up" with the Joneses. Lol. At the beginning I would only work one kit at a time, but have found 2-3 WIPs do keep things interesting and has lessened craft fatigue. Thank you again for a great video.

[@pruejones4603]

Wow can’t believe the difference multi placing from top to bottom makes - have been doing the opposite & getting quite frustrated - not now 💃🏻💃🏻💃🏻 Fabulous video - thank you 💛💎

[@isobeldeans9115]

I love watching your videos you give clear instruction making thing easy to follow I am from Scotland and Diamond Painting is not as yet so popular here as in the USA so I watch a lot of tutorial on KZbin for information on the craft and you are one of the best😄

[@katherinerivera72]

Hi. There are lots of things that you showed that I actually do. I started dp in January this year with temu kits. My thought process was if I damage them is ok cause they cost only a few dollars. OH BOY I did practice a LOT lol. I started My "real dp" 2 days ago with a square kit from dreamers design heavy confetti but I love it. The satisfaction I get from actually see with drills the same image as without drills is amazing. Don't get me wrong, some of the temu kits are ok for being low budget but some others are like "what the heck I was thinking". The images are good without drills but with the drills on you can't even appreciate the image a mile away...

[@susanbeckham7236]

I agree From now on diamond art club only

[@catmafia-tc2yt]

I’m currently working on this canvas. I am loving it! The special diamonds are so beautiful. I also love reminding myself of these affirmations. I’ve had a rough few years and am trying to get better.

[@emptynestgardens9057]

OH this was perfect and everyone who starts this hobby or any other for that matter should definitely watch this first. In 2020 I got my first small kit and 25% of the symbols were blurry on the canvas, got frustrated and put it away for 3yrs. So many of your tips here would have helped greatly. I'm almost done, sectioning and setting a timer is getting me through it with less body aches 😊 I've already order 2 more 😂

[@almra6069]

Thank you very much for your tips, they are very valuable. I recently started painting with diamonds and it really helps me relax and calm my nerves. Greetings from Poland

[@Island_Jenn826]

I kit up into trays on top of most of what you mentioned here. I understand that’s not feasible for everyone, but I’ve definitely noticed a change in my speed since getting away from storage containers. I don’t have to open and close the container, pour them in and out of trays, and don’t really have to re-shake the trays very often so long as I don’t rattle them when putting them in the stands. I know that’s one thing you mentioned in your WIP and chat last week that you didn’t think it would be faster for you. It also helps if you have a dedicated craft space that you can leave everything in its place. If you have to move everything every time, it’s going to take away from painting time. Of course, I can do a lot of this because my kids are 15 and 19 and I don’t have cats that’ll knock my stuff down so that helps too 😂.

[@marinadickerson2623]

Great video. Where did you get the holder for your accessories? That was so pretty.

[@LilBabyDelirium]

Came here to see if anyone had asked where you got the little organizer/stylis holder. Would love to fond something like it!

[@christinelucian9550]

This is a great video. It gave me a couple choices and something to think about. Thank you for sharing❤❤

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Like those tips have to order some metal places next time i order . Gerat tips 😊 your Nails are very very pretty 😍. I an trying blue tak its not bad Have a Lovely weekend 🥰

[@lukabougainvillea]

Using these thicker pens literally changed the game for me I can now do diamond paint for hours usually my hand began to hurt so much after only 1 h or so with these flimsy thin plastic ones

[@migdaliaisidron3943]

Thank you for all the recomendations, vry helful

[@bettieyoung9181]

Hi there. Love your teaching. Where do you order your kits from?? Bettie from Calgary, Alberta I always feel b9etter seeing your videos

[@analeblanc7201]

You mentioned that you painted over 100 of these. Just wondering, do you hang, frame, and sell your paintings? What do you do with them all? I'm trying to find reason to start and don't have many walls. Also, it would be a shame to put them away in a binder. Out of sight out of mind kinda thing. It's too pretty to do that, too. Thoughts?

[@sharonmcandrew5046]

What’s the mesh stuff called that you got protecting painting😊😊

[@rickharks4515]

been doing this hobby for 10 years now, and l have tried the multi placement tool and l personally don't like it, Reason is, if l am spend good money on a large painting l don't want it to go fast, l want to take my time and enjoy placing them one by one. But hey if you like it do it. l don't, l thought this was a different video. I want to enjoy every minute of what l am doing, and like someone else said it isn't a competition.

[@NicoleJohnson-o5z]

What’s the difference between putty and wax?

[@starlingswallow]

Hey! Where did you find this vintage style illustration diamond painting? I'm having a hard time finding one's I'd like to do ❤ thank you!!

[@annacorl6853]

Is it weird or wrong that this info is amazing, but i also want to know about your nails 😬. They look amazing....and seem to stay put well......can u tell me what brand they are???

[@HalboAngel07]

is the lemonade paddy wax coming back? it looks like a flavor that smells good

[@DiamondsandWashi]

I’m not sure! This is one I’ve had for awhile. You could message the shop on Etsy and ask, though ☺️

[@Gaby-gu1fw]

How do you get the diamonds to face up on the tray?

[@Xx_Obsidian_Tears_xX]

shake the tray

[@toriandtilly]

Ok but where did you get that thing that is holding your tools?

[@DiamondsandWashi]

It’s a custom pen/tool holder from EMMAzing Craft Shop! I’m obsessed 😍 www.etsy.com/shop/EMMAzingCraftShop

[@toriandtilly]

@@DiamondsandWashi oh I just ordered the most gorgeous coverminder from her! I need to go back and look more through her shop

[@pagesofheaven]

what camera stand do you use?

[@dianewest5808]

Can anyone give me a tip to making my drills stick to the pen? I’m having a really hard time lately picking up the drills Evan after loading pen with wax. Very frustrating. H E L P

[@brianahagen6351]

🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷

[@debbiefabro887]

Why do you want to go faster? The point is to relax & take your time. Enjoy the craft.

[@colleenhass953]

I always use a light pad underneath the canvas. It makes it so much easier to see the symbols. I also use a desk lamp when I'm doing these.

[@wmansur1971]

I totally forgot my lamp pad, it sure is much easier to see the symbols

[@daisymay6505]

I have bad eyes, and my light pad is a lifesaver especially on dark paintings

[@venalroberts7370]

Me too

[@cherylgerhards1540]

I loved this video Katie. You did a fantastic job explaining, demonstrating and offering options.

[@melaniephillips8556]

I use all of these tips already and I fly through canvases. I just started one that is 120x90cm and I'm almost was halfway done only 3 weeks in. Multiplacing is a GAME CHANGER!!!

[@jenniferhanson9208]

Every drill you put down is a step towards your goal!! ♥️

[@allisoup]

Loved this! I started multiplacing (with help from your video 😉) basically as soon as I started diamond painting. I use a 6-placer and recently tried switching to a 10-placer. I didn't think it would be a big deal, but it really has slowed me down! I've gotten so used to my 6 that I didn't realize how much of it is muscle memory now. I would recommend newbies try a 3-placer for a section, and if you think it's something you could get the hang of, immediately jump up to at least a 10. Might as well build a your muscle memory with a more efficient placer, rather than have to re-train yourself like I'm doing.🙄😂

[@jemiiam]

I never like the placer tools but then I started a Harry Potter painting and it had so much black that it was driving me nuts doing 1 at a time so I started using the 10/12 placer but then I found a diamond placer wheel and that thing changed the game for me alot....just look up Diamond painting wheel and it's a time saver for sure

[@Mamascoffeeandcrafts]

I’m a pretty good diamond painter, but I’ve never single placed with a multi placer. I appreciate this tutorial-I’ll try this technique out!

[@allisoup]

Also, I tried Randa's putty and it was such a game changer that I immediately went and ordered 10 lol. Love the scents and the longevity of it is amazing! The original PaddyWax wasn't a good fit for me, but the PW Super Sticky is the only thing I use in my single placer now. 😄

[@lizk951]

I am sorry too many words -- I've tried a couple of these recently based specifically off of you mentioning them in other videos in the last few months or so, and I think (hope!) they have made a big difference for me! Specifically, using the stickers and not using the legend and trying putty again after having some poor first attempts a long time ago. I was the kind of kid/person that does not like to ever use their stickers! Like my sticker box from when I was a kid has every single sticker in it still. So I made my own labels at first to keep the stickers pristine. But you mentioned using the stickers, so, I started using the stickers and I never look at the legend anymore, I'm sure it saves time! After watching your video about putty, I tried many different etsy putties over the last few weeks, and found one that lasts well for me -- Gorilla Glue Putty! I think (hope!) its really sped things up for me, because I am no longer constantly topping off my wax/putty and just replacing my putty usually once or so a session now! It is awesome! Thank you for the great tips! :)

[@bertamohar57]

Katie that was an A+ explanation and suggestions for those who want to increase speed or maximize efficiency during diamond painting. I like to hear everyone's tips and compare them to how I'm doing it. Definitely as you get more experience diamond painting some of these suggestions may come quite naturally and some tips are like aha moments. I pretty much diamond paint as you were tipping except for using multiple placer for more single placements. That was very cool and I'm going to try it. At times I don't have much time to diamond paint so whenever I can I get so happy and look forward to it. It just brightens up my day. I take my time regardless and just enjoy how the painting is coming together with all the beautiful colors, etc. Funny enough, I'm not normally a patient person but when I diamond paint it's like Zen, I have all the patience in the world😂. I listen to diamond painters like yourself and others as I paint and sometimes I learn new things or see kits or tools that I'm interested in looking up; new companies maybe though DAC is still my favorite. I hope everyone finds pleasure in their craft and doing something beautiful for yourself when you can really helps your outlook on things that you have to do. Thank you for a very nice video and enjoy diamond painting everyone!

[@JessicaJones-ed6vx]

I love the suggestion of single placing or using less drills on your multi-placer, I've been doing that and it makes things so much simpler not swapping things out. Also If you don't have time for a large project there are smaller projects - make sure you choose one compatible with your time and interest. Do feel like you have to do something big if you don't have time or energy - sometimes stickers or keychains or coasters are perfect for the experience and completion boost if you don't have time or energy for a large image. Large stuff is great too but I'm not a large project finisher so I have to choose smaller scale so I don't end of with a lot of WIP :)

[@quilterscuttingguide6881]

Where do you get the labels with symbol and number?

[@ScientificallyStupid]

Thank you so much for these great tips! I am a huge fan of the Elizabeth Ward storage boxes, but I never thought about actually printing out the symbols and putting them right on the little bead box- I am going to try doing this in my next setup and see if it helps my hunt-and-peck style. Currently working on a ridiculously complicated canvas that doesn't allow multiplacers but I'm listening to "The Souther Book Club Guide to Vampire Slaying" by Grady Hendrix (it's absolutely wonderful if you're a fan of Buffy, True Blood, true crime, and Stranger Things) and it's moving right along.

[@annboggs5035]

Great tips Katie! Your tips taught me how to multi-place after many failed attempts. Picking up the drills at a slight angle was life changing! Thanks!

[@amyh8419]

I agree with everything you said. I have yet to try the putty so that is my next purchase. I spend too much time reapplying wax so I will be trying the putty. I also need to get a larger tray WITH A SPOUT. That too is a time saver. I recently figured out the single placing with a multi placer as you described here. Definitely helpful. Great video!

[@DragonwingDiamonds]

I love how similar we diamond paint. I feel like I'm a fast diamond painter and was curious if you had something that I'm not already doing. I will definitely second the storage container tip as an important one. My current WIP I actually have it sorted by color, since the legend sorting didn't make sense, and it makes a world of difference.

[@treedirt2393]

A tip that I had found out while doing Diamond painting for multiplacing is if you use your pen and get (for example 3 diamonds) 3 drills across the *i don’t know what to call them* little separate lines you can place diamonds diagonally. |o|o|o| (I wanted to put I diagram bc I don’t know if I explained it good enough 😂

[@susanbeckham7236]

I do this also. Multiplicity is fun

[@robinpennington5758]

Thank you for sharing, Katie! These are very good tips! I do the same on all except single-multi placing. I've never tried this. I did learn how to multi-place not too long ago after watching your video, but I'm only at a 4 placer. Once I am more confident to move up, I will try out your other tip. Hope your having a great weekend!

[@thediamondhelpdesk]

I have no idea what I’m doing. 💀

[@sunnilopez5018]

Where did you get that holder for your pens its so cute 😂

[@alicejungdesign]

I just started diamond painting and am currently on my third picture. I feel my way slowly and go each time to a slightly larger image. But a friend of mine can't watch me paint because I'm working partly pattern by pattern and not by area. I love it just that you can turn off the brain and am then mentally completely elsewhere. but I can understand that sometimes you have phases where you just want to finish because you still have so many other beautiful images.

[@nericredo3495]

So useful! I already do most of what you've suggested but I still learnt some new techniques from you. Thank you!

[@jodyperry-kh4td]

I place the squares using the tweezers only. I find it so much easier than the pens

[@jaepingsu]

Amazing advice, as always! I picked up a bunch of these from watching your techniques during WIP'n'chats and they helped so much, but I love having a concise video like this reinforcing! For me, efficiency brings me extra joy since it means less time spent on what feels like speed bumps. I'd rather spend my limited crafting time placing drills, not hunting through baggies or replacing wax!

[@susanaitken6655]

I’m working on my first square drill project and it’s going very slowly. I really don’t mind this-I’m retired and my time is my own. But I’m finding that I have to adjust at least 90% of all the diamonds I’m placing! Is this normal? The only ones I don’t have to do this with are the ones I’m multi placing. Then I hear from other uTubers not to multi place square drills-on dark or light, depending on which channel I’m listening to! Out of all of them, you are the one who has helped me the most and the one I trust to guide me at the beginning of my diamond painting journey. Great video! Thanks for your help.

[@DiamondsandWashi]

Hi Susan! Honestly, your experience of having to adjust a lot of your square drills sounds like mine when I did my very first square drill project too. It feels like very slow going! I’d recommend making sure your tray is oriented the same way/parallel to the lines on your canvas, and maybe try using the same wax or putty in your single placer as you have in your multiplacer (since you mentioned you don’t have to adjust those diamonds). Otherwise, I think it just takes a little time and practice to get used to placing square drills.

[@susanaitken6655]

@@DiamondsandWashi And I just started diamond painting at the beginning of April, and I think I’m expecting too much of myself. I really am loving the craft. Thanks for your words of encouragement. 💕

[@LadydragonMarie]

Thank you Katie for another great tutorial. Your older video on multiplacing was very informative and I can now multiplace without frustration. I am now going to practice single placing with the multiplacer.💖💎

[@nurserachelcrafts6630]

Loved this video Katie!! I’m going to practice the single placing with the multiplacer! That was so clever!! Thank you for sharing these tips with us!!😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@theprincipalpainter]

Thank you so much Katie! I love learning new things and you gave such great strategies, and some I haven’t tried yet so I’m excited to put them into practice!💕💕

[@trishhamilton6550]

“I don’t think the goal should be to complete your diamond painting more quickly...” *Looks at ever mounting stash hill behind me.* Send help! *Waves hand out from under diamond art club boxes* 😂 But in all honesty, thank you for the tips.

[@DiamondMeMa]

This is a great video. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@Detoilesquibrillent]

Merci pour les conseils 👌❤️

[@sylviakanel9766]

❤Very different approach than other videos I've seen on this topic. Thanks!❤

[@rebeccahutto1701]

I really enjoyed the tips you shared , thanks for helping us out

[@IAMKAL1]

Hi!!! I just wanted to say thank you so much for this video. I was having issues with the wax that DAC sent me bc it was not waxy it was crumbling and they wouldn’t help me so I ordered the museum putty and it was a game changer. Great tips as well! My biggest one I think was that n the comments that said “stop trying to make it perfect cause it takes away from the fun” and she was right I was struggling bc it wasn’t in a perfect row. But with your tips it’s getting straighter. Do you have thoughts on the grooves roller anyone? Thanks again!! ❤

[@truthhurts5158]

Question any hints on how to take diamonds off fast. I don t like the colors that came with It and I want to change them,

[@kellypumpkin9130]

I’m very new to this. Bought a pack of coasters for me and my son to do together. This was very helpful! I have that multi placer that came with my pen but had no idea how to use it.

[@susanbeckham7236]

Has anyone used the mesh drill placers? I orderd a large project from diamond art club which only comes with square drills which I have been told is hatder to place. I am going to do the checkerboard pattern. I even do this with round drills. Can anyone advise me on the mesh drill placers?thx!😊😊

[@FrancesHayes-j4c]

I just started diamond painting I started with 8 coasters on 7 of 8 but where do you find the sticky pads that you were talking about? How do you load the sticky multiple pen ? I have tried but I can’t get it to work Thank you Frances

[@jemiiam]

She didn't show a diamond placing wheel but I didn't like it at first but if u have A LOT of one color in a long row then the wheel is perfect and saves A LOT of time

[@clsiegfried]

the single placing with the multi placer is a game changer and your explanation of it made me try

[@JigsawPuzzleConnection]

My two number one tips are never kit up and work each number only once. Work all of number one then all of number two until the end. TFS

[@patriciagondeck3056]

You spoke about quality kits. Can you give me an example? Also, can you use 5D drills with a 3D kit?

[@Sting72]

Question….I just started and am working on my first one. Some of the diamonds are stuck together. Any tip on how to get them apart lol.

[@anneima3805]

Hi! Is it possible to get links/names for the products that you showed us in the beginning? I loved your video! 😍

[@cupcakegamerz3186]

@DiamondsandWashi I have a question. Would you leave the painting out or put a sheet of plastic over the sticky part?

[@smileygal12781]

Hi ! New to diamond painting . What if you don’t have the stickers for the symbols …

[@sharrell5185]

What do you use to put on the very end of your picture. The sticky part has no symbols. My arm is constantly getting stuck on my hair.

[@KellyKoury-ld3lt]

oh my gosh . . do you think you could stop repeating and reviewing and just get to the point. This is way way too long!

[@meganwhite1217]

Just wondering, what does everyone do with their paintings after finishing? I don't have enough wall space to hang them

[@LisasColoringCorner]

Also, do you have a link to the multiplacers you use from AliExpress?

[@DiamondsandWashi]

Yes! Here you go: www.aliexpress.us/item/3256803047659178.html

[@LisasColoringCorner]

@@DiamondsandWashi thank you.

[@apal1257]

I find that the colors on the canvas and legend are totally different from the diamond drills sometimes. It’s hard to organize the right colors.

[@Rednecksusan81]

U on my phone and doing my Dp mentally love wip and chat ❤

[@sheilawhite2879]

Where can I order the hand turned pens? I have looked on Etsy and all I am finding is the plastic ends.

[@Srominky]

I always just do it in order they are in my storage box. So I don’t have to look all the time where what color is

[@Rednecksusan81]

Spaceing off my dp helps I do everything u say

[@barryroberts3150]

very helpful video I like and will be using alot of your ideas

[@lisacaduff7372]

What do you do with all your paintings when you are done?

[@mkb3175]

It takes me forever to flip all of the gems over to multi place diamonds. 😩

[@debbielouth2281]

What wax/putty do u use in single placer?

[@DiamondsandWashi]

Hi Debbie! I use a lot of different brands, but some faves are the ones I showed in this video - they’re linked in the description box.

[@debbielouth2281]

@@DiamondsandWashi I’ve tried Randa’s in single placer and it’s annoying! So now I’m just trying your multi placer trick on everything 😂

[@DiamondsandWashi]

@@debbielouth2281 Sooo I should have specified 😅 I actually don’t care to use putty in my single-placer. I usually use a wax of some sort - PaddyWaxx and NotcherMama’s Mud are both ones linked in this video, and there are other waxes I like too. WeeWax (which should be relaunching soon) and Scentsible by Design (they make wax too, not just putty like I showed in this video) are ones I really enjoy using too.

[@MauzyCreations]

Another few tips. Over time with larger paintings i find i am able to memorise the symbols and pick out the drills without referencing the key at all. Also, if i have a number of drills in a row but there are other symbols interspersed (eg 5 drills in a row with one odd drill in the middle), i will still use a multi spacer and either space some after placing, or pick them up off the tray with a gap in between (like you did for placing single drills with a multiplacer).

[@DiamondPaintingforfun]

Hi wear do you get your holder that on left hand corner ❤

[@akersjudith]

Dollar tree has light boards for $5.

[@Mushroom_dust]

Are u using washi tape or like what?

[@insertlamenamehere3522]

Okay so, thank you for the tips, also I wanted to say, you sound so sweet and emotionally mature, it truly was a joy to watch your video, you do amazing at teaching without pressure, mentioning themes not many others do, so honest about the craft. Thanks again!

[@pamelalawson4043]

Do you start attrhe top when you start your painting or doesnt it matter to start top or bottom❤

[@kodigoldenboy]

Thank you so much for your tips here. I learned SO much and it has made my first DP project go so much smoother! Love the single placing with a multi-placer!

[@kelseyh.3207]

Out of curiosity, where do you get the pink organizer that is holding the pens and trays? Thanks in advance.

[@BeadingBee62]

I just want to say THANK YOU! I found your channel this evening, and am so thrilled to have these new tips. Your instructions are wonderful, as is your voice. Can't wait to go through more of your videos. 😁❤