Diamond Painting - Beginners Guide | It's Arrived! Now what do I do?

[@Natalia-009]

I'm going to send this video to a coworker xD she's been so curious about how to start . And since she works at night I can't really show her! Thank you! ❤

[@tiyabhasin]

Great video and a lot of information

[@addmorezest]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cassiecassie8325]

Been watching a week waiting in anticipation for my first kit which will be TODAY!! Cannot wait Thank You for all the advice, nice of you to take the time to make these.

[@Redskyn]

I really love and appreciate your suggestion and opinion about how to approach the sellers instead of causing an issue that’s really good of you ❤️

[@stephanierosado8135]

Where you get that diamond panting for

[@tessthemess2905]

Hi Rebecca, this is a great idea... wish I would have had this when I started!

[@jennifermanwarring8268]

It’s great you doing these because you are so helpful thank you so much. Australia

[@msbrig1]

Mine is scheduled to arrive today! Super excited!!! Thank you for this vid!

[@addmorezest]

Have fun!

[@alexandrahindley]

Me too. I'm so excited and can't wait to try it. I have arthritis in both hands and compared to crochet ( which I love doing). But this is do much easier than anything I've tried I'm hooked x

[@melchantz]

Im so tempted to start.. this project sounds like fun..

[@jiyagir01]

Omg so helpful I can’t wait until mine arrives!!

[@jiyagir01]

Delvin Naif it takes time, but the end result is stunning

[@jiyagir01]

Delvin Naif happy early birthday!! I suggest you start with a simple one, I made the mistake of buying a large one and it took FOREVER to finish. A simple one would be best for you.

[@avawolfe8862]

Delvin Naif happy late bday!!! I am eating for my diamond painting to come!!!

[@avawolfe8862]

Delvin Naif np! I Actually got mine not to long ago! It’s addicting!!! I love it!!

[@avawolfe8862]

Delvin Naif you to! Hope you had a good bday!

[@noemiestradaamy8290]

Thanks for the info..i just started my first one..

[@sistertheresecastello6832]

Thank you! Very clear and simple ideas! What is the difference between square or round diamonds? Is one better or more easy to use? Do you have other helpful videos? Thank you!

[@collettemendenhall8058]

Great video and valuable information. Tfs, til next time!!!!

[@addmorezest]

You are so welcome

[@KevinWright-tk2il]

Thank you, very helpful.

[@addmorezest]

You're welcome!

[@traceyhammond8630]

That was so very helpful thank you so much x

[@bellahuffman6450]

Even though I’m a year late this was really useful to me I just started and this helped alot

[@keziahmathew7740]

Sameeeeee T^T

[@lincarr3793]

Hello Rebecca, you did an excellent job with this video. It was very informative. I had no idea you should do inventory when I started DP. My first canvas was blurry and hard to read. Worked on it the best I could. Good thing it was a small one. You have a great day May Jesus bless you and yours,Lin ✝️🐶🐶🐶🐶🐢🐦🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎🦎💖🦒🐧🐲🤗

[@dianavenetis9793]

Thanks so much for the wax advice

[@blissfuls6527]

Hi,this is very helpful to me (nood diamond painter is me) as i ordered my diamond paint from shoppee.Thanks

[@albakoyoutube]

Thanks a ton 👍... Helps a lot

[@lisaervine5480]

Very good presentation!

[@jeanettekvinlaug2772]

I am still waiting (impatient) for my first kit. And have watched a lot of videos about it. But i really would like one about ergonomic. How to avoid pain in arms, neck, shoulders etc. I hope you will make one. And what can we do if it is wrinkled or somethin back on the canvas. I have seen plenty explaining how to fix the glue side. Thanks.

[@jolettebarraza693]

I’m getting mine Friday I’m so excited

[@jeanettekvinlaug2772]

@@jolettebarraza693 You are so lucky. :) I hope you will be so satisfiqued with your painting.

[@jolettebarraza693]

@@jeanettekvinlaug2772 It got here early on Tuesday and yes I’m very happy with it and it really helps me get rid of things that are bothering me

[@dieannamercurio4205]

Fantastic video Rebecca! All the newbie diamond painters should watch! Have a wonderful day 😊💕

[@robbiespinosa8148]

Hi Rebecca. What kit is best for a beginner, partial drill or a full drill. Flowers, animals nature etc. Thanks for your help.

[@addmorezest]

Hi Robbi, if you're just starting out and aren't sure if you will like it then I suggest a partial; however, if you generally like crafts and are sure you'll like it, then a full drill will be fine. I would start with a simple rather than busy image as you can do a smaller one and still like the finished look as it won't be too pixelated. I'd also be tempted to do round first as it is easier. I hope that helps.

[@annadion4134]

Nice video.

[@avertin06]

i just watched your prep video for the black and white eye painting. thank you so much! i'm so impressed! can't believe i didn't think of these ideas sooner! but if we don't have an exacto knife (or sharp art tool) to cut the glue on the edge what do you recommend using?

[@addmorezest]

I would probably cover in washi tape or masking tape.

[@Hutchymum]

Cranky cause my 2nd one doesn't have the quantity so won't know if I'm going to be short until it happens

[@emmajanegordon536]

Hi there, are you planning on selling any completed kits and to make a living out of Diamond Painting. If you are (or if you are doing so now), what is the best way to go about doing it and to see if there is a market for completed Diamond Paintings including Custom Design photo to Diamond Painting.

[@addmorezest]

hi Emma, I don't sell any of my completed kits, the time put into them just wouldn't pay enough to do it for a living. I have done some for family, but that is more of a gift than anything else.

[@kimberlyjackson9863]

Can you tell me the app you use to catalog your diamond painting stash?

[@gn4xj6x2]

I was just wondering what colors do u still need for your big project

[@addmorezest]

Hi Meghan, I have someone who is sending me quite a few in the next week or so. Then I will let all the lovely people who have offered know what I still need. I'll do a video on it. :) Thank you so much for asking.

[@jennifermanwarring8268]

I’d like to know how do you sort out the drills to put them in jars.Like you have the real shiny ones then you have the dull ones. I thought if you have number one then everyone that has that colour will be number one. Or should I try and get the DMC colour chart that there is as when you have cross-stitch.Thank you have so much.

[@addmorezest]

I sort my drills by DMC number when I'm done. I have a video on it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqPSZWanZ8R3f6s

[@katehawkins1666]

I got my first one from Amazon i dont habe storage ot r anything as its only came today is it best to start after storge or can i start it now and also i do i straten mine as its got plastic see through sticky on top?

[@rebeccagabbitass444]

I do like the yellow bag you are using please can you tell me where I cab get them

[@addmorezest]

They can be purchased at most stationery shops. They're mesh wallets. Amazon do them too.

[@dawnelee2212]

Sorry if you have already covered this.....do you know a way to remove the excess glue around the drilling area when the glue is poured instead of the double sided tape? Thanks so much, sweetie!!

[@tessthemess2905]

Hi Dawne Lee, you can use washi tape around the extra. Washi tape does not stick permanently and pretty easy to remove.

[@addmorezest]

Hi Dawne, just as Tess said - Washi tape is best for the poured glue. I've not found anything that will remove it. you could use talcum powder if you want to stop it being sticky.

[@tessthemess2905]

@@addmorezest I have never seen or heard of talcum, have you tried it?

[@ging3rdragon]

Where do you buy the kits? Michaels is temporarily closed, hobby lobby has not so good ones and the website i found ships from china which would take months. By then quarantine will be over.

[@snanman]

We have the same idea. I’ve just ordered two off eBay which are due to come in a week. I’m so exited todo my first on to pass time!!

[@addmorezest]

I have still had shipments from China, so I've kept ordering from Ali Express.

[@DarkVampyre135]

If you want one to come quickly try amazon or ebay and check when they'll be delivered, otherwise if you're willing to wait aliexpress are still delivering

[@tanyaphilstrom7077]

Very informative

[@addmorezest]

Glad it was helpful!

[@annegregory2551]

This was very helpful. Are the identifying numbers for the colors of the diamonds the same across the board? In other words, is pink labeled with the same numbers for all kits?

[@addmorezest]

Some of them are very similar across the board, so if they have the DMC or EMC number they will be the same (apart from a slight variation in Dye lots). Some kits don't come with the number though unfortunately.

[@annegregory2551]

I guess I’m also new to how KZbin works. I just noticed your reply! I was wondering how that worked. Thank you for responding. I really appreciate your videos!

[@lonavernjohnson1810]

Hello...are DMC colors equal in very same shade across sellers...so unused DMC diamonds could be combined after a project is completed. Thank you...you are very thorough.

[@addmorezest]

The DMC colours can sometime be slightly different shading but they're normally pretty close.

[@joevellepardillo5380]

Thanks for the informationssss🥰🥰 by the way what is the size of your canvas?

[@addmorezest]

This one is 25cm x 20cm so smallish.

[@patriciarichardson16]

Are all the colors for the canvas, universal on all kits?

[@addmorezest]

While diamond painting drills come in 400-500 colours the ones used for each painting do vary. The DMC numbers (if shown on the canvas) don't change, which ones are used and the symbols on the canvas do change between each painting.

[@xx-chocolateplayz-xx5918]

I’m gonna send this to my mom bc she wants to do 1 with me and I’m gonna get a 6 pack of diamond paintings so she can try 1 or 2. And once she gets good at them I might tell her to get a bigger one for here the canvas size is 30x30 but the design size is 24x24. Do u have anymore other tips

[@addmorezest]

I've got loads of little tips in many of my videos. I also have a beginners playlist here with tips and tricks: kzbin.info/aero/PLTGrPEbBc6QItDed3_K2XXKx9J1HCAlzg

[@shannoncook189]

how to laybol the containers

[@KatieJoMikell]

I just started my first diamond painting 👍🏼 can you tell me are all the colors and the numbers the same on every diamond painting! Meaning they all match up? Thanks!!

[@addmorezest]

Some of them are very similar across the board, so if they have the DMC or EMC number they will be the same (apart from a slight variation in Dye lots). Some kits don't come with the number though unfortunately.

[@margaretmassey8880]

What do you do with leftover diamonds

[@addmorezest]

I'm using some of them to create a canvas which you can find the video explaining it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2HcZoyrpbZ8gNk I'm also thinking of ideas for other ways to use them too.

[@dbaker0226]

Could you put links to where you purchase your items?

[@addmorezest]

My unboxing videos have links to the items I've bought if that helps.

[@dianesevilla8633]

Good Morning do you have a list of good places to buy from?

[@addmorezest]

I’ll do a video on my favourites soon as I have a few.

[@unknown_3551]

When you start diamond painting how do you keep the paper sticky? Does it every dry out? I always wondered about that because i am a beginner at diamond painting and i have no idea how to do it but very much interested in it.

[@addmorezest]

The glue on the canvas stays sticky for ages. It tends to have a protective cover over it to stop it getting dust and fluff on it.

[@franclark467]

Hi, I have a question. you save your extra diamonds and you put them together with previous diamonds of the same color. I have been doing the same thing. I have noticed sometimes they a slightly different shades of the same color. has this happened to you. also I just kitted up a new DP and noticed two of my colors have slightly different shades in the same bag. has this ever happened to you.

[@addmorezest]

Yes it happens to me often, but I figured if I need to use one of my spares I can always pick the closest match to the colour I've ran out of. Or for projects I can potential mix and match them up a bit depending on the design.

[@robinschneider7009]

Which company did you get that kit from? Very nice details in their packaging

[@joelyapps3798]

Robin Schneider Huacan off AliExpress

[@addmorezest]

Hi Robin, Joely is right (Thank you Joely for helping out) this one is from Huacan on Ali Express.

[@joelyapps3798]

Your welcome! Thanks to your video I brought the bee from huacan. I brought two one for me and one for my mum and she wants to try it, she loves painting by numbers on her iPad so hoping she will like this

[@vibewithkera1097]

Does everything comes with the paint or you have to buy them separately?

[@addmorezest]

All shown in this video came with the painting.

[@vibewithkera1097]

@@addmorezest ok thank you

[@dianavenetis9793]

How do you use the wax

[@tessthemess2905]

Hi Diana, you can pull back one piece of the protective cover, and then just poke the wax with the end of your drill pen. As you pick up your first few beads the extra wax will come out the edges. just wipe it off and you are ready to go... until it stops being sticky.

[@addmorezest]

Thanks Tess for a perfect answer. I will be doing a video soon on starting to diamond paint if you need the visual as well. :)

[@cupcake_nunu1632]

Mine was bad it was fake and stuff do you know we’re real ones are

[@addmorezest]

Sorry I don't understand what you mean by fake?

[@gubjorggisladottir3525]

Act as if you are a kid speaking with a younger kid. Use shorter words and more common sayings. I also use google to find how to spell the words...because I do not always remember how to spell english words - and I am not a native english speaker.

[@isabellalopez5294]

Hello

[@addmorezest]

Hi.

[@karlabavousett9869]

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[@florenceroberts7360]

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[@madelineirmen5155]

just use google translate.