I love your channel...I don't use sticky labels on my bottels..I write on each bottle with a sharpie and when I'm done with each painting I take a paper towel and the hand sanitizer and wipe off the sharpie and strat all over..have never had any problem with the sharpie coming off before I wanted it to and saves from getting all that sticky residue all over the bottles
Just tried the T search method! I used to be a teacher, then a teacher of teachers, so I was always brainstorming this stuff but it never occured to me to do it for my diamond painting. It made a huge difference, Carra.
I'm a beginner at diamond painting, my sister got me hooked on it when she gave me some kits to help me get distracted from chronic pain. I need to keep my body and mind active and use up some brain energy when I'm not able to be physically active (I'm recovering from being bed bound). So now I have a new hobby besides crochet and beading (making beaded jewellery, bookmarks, keyrings, etc). I have to share your tips with my sister, she has been working on diamond paintings that are as big as the one you have of Taylor. I'm grateful for any and all tips that anyone can share with me. I've only ever used a single dot placer but I've bought a set of the multiplacers to try. The only problem I have now is choosing which kit to start. Blessings from South Eastern Australia, Dot (I'm dotty Dot when I'm busy with a dot / diamond painting)
@@dotcassilles1488 oh yay!!! I’m so happy you liked the video and it was useful! An Aussie friend! I’ve been to Australia once and it is my favorite place on the planet! Beautiful continent, people and places! We went to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. I need to get back! 💕💕💕
Hi Cara, I spray the static guard onto the ends of q-tips, cut the q-tips in half, and leave the static guard soaked q-tip in my baggies or containers. I also spray static guard on cotton rounds and wipe down my trays and the inside of my containers with those if static is persistent. Thanks for sharing all of your tips, I can't wait to try the mica powder.🎉🎉🎉
You are so right about losing track of that lost spot to fill. I use a lighted magnifier and still lose it. Sometimes can't find it without running my fingers over it to find the missing divit 😂
Another hack mainly for beginners. Since most beginners have not yet bought drill storage yet. Most kit up in ziploc bags. For the kits that have the DMC numbers on those heat seal bags. After I dumped my drills in a tray. I would cut that Grey square with the dmc number and color number and it would go into the bag. By doing it this way. The bags are reusable because your not using the tape that tears the bags
Everyone should view this video! There's something in here even for seasoned diamond painters like myself. I've used and heard of all of them except 2: the paperclip and the hand sanitizer. Great tips! Thank you for taking the time to make this very informative video!
Wow, Carra! What a treasure chest of tips.Thank you so much. Your tips videos are so information dense that I find myself listening to them a second or even third time.
I use a few of these hacks, but I had never heard of using hand sanitizer to clean the trays. I will be doing that from now on. I have heard about the mica powder trick, but you are the first person who ever showed me how to do it. Thank you so much, and now I can actually try it.❤😅❤
The T zone is me 😅, here one tip I do. I tend to work on very heavy confetti pieces and sometimes you forget one drill and don’t realize it so when I finish a section I turn off any overhead lights and just leave the light pad on. You will clearly see if you’re missing any drills. I also do this and any completion to make sure no drills are missing. I will also be adopting Katie’s mom hack of using a silicon meat tenderizer to separate drills 😅
@@HappyLittleDrills-Carol oh this is a great idea. I learn just as many ideas from you guys as I give when I do these videos! That’s a fantastic one!💕💕
Lot of useful tips, will definitely have to get some micro powder, and the static spray and dryer sheets to keep in my diamond art bag, just was scrolling through you tube and found your video,
I love all your tips. I find that putting the bags in the freezer really works for me. I, However; have lost a few bags in the freezer behind the ice cream. LOL
I’m totally going to try the hand sanitizer tip!! For static, I put cut up squares of fabric sheets in my containers BUT when it’s worse, moisten a Q-tip with rubbing alcohol and swirl it around the baggie before pouring into a container. Works great! I forget where I saw it.
For angled surface, one could cut release paper in the shape of an arrow and point it at a missing drill. If too many surrounding drills, a cover minder in the shape of an arrow could work, or stick a piece of washi on top of the drills next to it.
I have not heard about using mica powder to fill in gaps. I will be trying that next time I diamond paint. It sounds like such an easy hack to do. I like doing square drill paintings, but am always frustrated with the gapping. Thank you so much for the hints.
Hi Carra, Love these hacks & tips; I’ve used many of these. I highly recommend all of our fellow painters use these. I can’t wait to try the hand sanitizer to clean my trays, mica powder for gaps & static guard & dryer sheets on my trays for static before placing drills in my containers. Thank you! ❤
Good tips. A couple of them I had already figured out, just as you said. For pouring the drills from factory strips, I pour t h e drills into a tray that has a pour spout. Great putting in bottles or zippy. Release paper substitute, I work at a UPS Store. The peel off back of the shipping labels work great. Side with print side up.
Thankyou very much. I'm on a pension so I look for ways to reduce my costs. I do diamond painting for fun and as a distraction from chronic pain and discomfort. My sister has gifted me a large canvas that is 1 metre by 70 cms and I know I'm going to need the help of some waxy paper to help reach it all. I'm also decluttering and organising my house so I have rolls of labels for different storage boxes... I'm thinking the backing paper for sticky gift tags or sticker backing. I will be saving the backing as I start to wrap presents and label them (lots of birthdays soon and then Christmas). Blessings from South Eastern Australia, Dot
Thank you for the tips, Carra. These are very helpful! Love the hand sanatizer suggestion, I will have to try that. Here is a suggestion for those with easels. They sell tray minders which are like bars with magnets, people can use these to point out their 'missing' drill spots. Or at minimum, put the bar under the row the symbol is in to help them locate it again. Hope you have a great week!
I use the funnel for pouring the drills in the container. And I use static spray if they stick to it. I like all your hacks and enjoy watching your channel.
Me too, I do single placing checkered method, it works for me, I can't for the life of me multiplace, lol. I've tried, but no thanks. The tweezer trick is a plus, and the hand sanitizer trick. Thank you for sharing Kara👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
I just found your channel. Thank you for sharing your very useful DP hacks.. And yes that T zone is so true when I have a lot of confetti. I start on another section and BAM their they are. Lol I I'm thinking how did I miss them! Thank you again and happy dotting.
I’ve tried the multi placer and I failed. They always come crooked round &Square. But I’m going to try again because practice does make perfect. You’re right Il start off with two or four placer. The micro powder I will definitely go buy at Michael’s. I do have some gaps, I thought it was from the placer. thank you so much. I’m Looking forward to other videos.
20:24 I do the edges before I do the sections in the middle of the area I’ve sectioned of. 22:06 I’m not in a hurry to complete my diamond painting the process is so fun and relaxing!!! 😊😊😊Sharon in SC
I use my pool noodle as an arm rest. My table is one of those that lift at an angle of you want too so there's an edge at the bottom along with a metal tray to put pens or supplies so they don't fall when it's at an angle, so when I lean against the edge it digs into my arm and leaves marks and hurts! So I put a slit into the side of the pool noodle and slid it onto the edge of the pen tray on my table. Works like a charm! Best comfy solution! Now I need a hack for the best chair to sit in! I don't like hard chairs at all. I've done been through so many chairs it's crazy! My sister has the best chair but won't give it up and there's not a name on the chair at all anywhere lol I may have to Google search it one of these days 😂😂 anyways! Love your hacks! ❤
Thanks so much! My drafting table has a metal edge just like yours and it does hurt my arm so I’ll have to try your pool noodle hack! As for chairs, there are gaming chairs that a lot of people swear by on Amazon but they are pricey. I’m looking for a less expensive solution. I know there are seat cushions that are also on Amazon that support your back really well. Tell your sister she needs to share!!😂😂😂💕💕
I buy the trays with 28 bins at hobby lobby for 2 bucks in the diamond dot painting aisle. It is hobby lobby brand. I use a sharpie pen and label them 1 to 28 and reuse them. I go to dollar tree and buy a pack of 6 containers and use them for my overflow. I reuse them to. I dont buy sheets for my paintings. I use the original plastic sheet they use on paintings and just use washi tape to it to section it off. I bought the blade at dollar tree to use to cut out sections. I dont want to spend alot of money i do cheaply as possible.
I also use those containers but don't mark them with sharpies. I use the small round dots like you would use for yard sale pricing here's how they look..when I'm finished I am able to remove the dots from the container and I'm able to use it for the next project
Hi, Carra! I have been a subscriber for a long time, and I love watching your videos! Thank you for all the great tips. I have been diamond painting since 2021, and I always struggle with trying to find a symbol in high confetti paintings. The tweezer hack is amazing! In fact, I was trying so hard to find a symbol as you were talking about using tweezers on that spot LOL.
The active ingrediant in the hand sanitizer that is the only thing that is removing the sticky from things and removing sharpie markings off things.... is rubbing alcohol. You can save a lot of money by getting yourself a little spray bottle and filling it with 91% rubbing alcohol and keeping it in your craft space.... it comes in handy :)
@@PinkPoodleCrafts I’ve tried rubbing alcohol before the hand sanitizer and the hand sanitizer by far works better for me. No clue why but it really does. As I always say use what works best for you. 💕💕
@@theprincipalpainter it may be because since the hand sanitizer uses a gel to hold the alcohol, it doesnt evaporate as quickly so if you put it on, it will stay longer and penetrate the sticky stuff longer before it evaporates. So yeah I can see how that could work better. I was assuming the stickiness was minimal on the trays but if its built up a bit, then I can see how the sanitizer would work better :) I dont use that sticky stuff when I do diamond painting... I use a gem pick up stick so Ive never had that experience. I use alcohol spray a lot to clean up all kinds of minor stickiness in crafting :)
Great tips! I've been diamond painting for 4 years and am always excited to learn new tips. I really love the mica powder tip. I can't wait to try it. I'm going to Hobby Lobby right now! LOL
Mind blown! Thank you ❤ I've been dp'ing for over 4 years and learned so much. Also been wanting to get some mica powder, but was nervous that it would spread to areas dark/light and mess it up. The cutting baggie -wow! I just kitted up a large painting and that's probably why I have so many issues. Hand sanitizer ❤❤❤❤ will definitely spend some time cleaning my trays.
Wow that is huge. I don't use Washi. I don't cut each bag apart until I use it. That is what i do, mark my canvas in case I lose it. I have never used hand sanatizer. Yes when I first tried multi placing it was akward. Now I love it. I always roll my canvas when I am finished. Never heard of Mica powder.
I've been looking forward to this tips video, and you did not disappoint. I'm going to start using the release paper to level my putty in my multiplication & I am going to use hand sanitizer to clean my trays. Some other tips I already use. Now I am going to watch your tips for multiplacing video. Great job!
Hello, I gave you a Thumbs up. I’m New to #diamondpainting and New here watching. I’m looking to connect with other Diamond Painters. I’m working on a #customdiamondpainting. I have a lot of kits to do for gifts. This is my second canvas. I started small with stickers and magnets. 4:17 I prefer when companies send the drills in Zip lock bags it’s So Much easier. I don’t have containers and don’t know if I will yet. I just use little clips to keep the bags closed if they come in these kind of bags you’re showing. I also purchased zip lock bags to put them in as well. Thank you for all these tips. 8:09 I prefer to use the single placer. I enjoy the whole process. I have just Joined your RUclips channel/family. I look forward to connecting through our love for Diamond painting. 10:35 I still haven’t learned what confetti is. That seems to be the one thing nobody explains for newbies. I look forward to more of your videos. 11:53 I love my tweezers. 12:32 Pool Noodles are awesome for so many things. 😊😊😊Sharon in SC
@@connectionoflivesandinterests Hi Sharon! Welcome! So glad you are here! Confetti is when you have a bunch of different colors in an area and constantly have to change out your colors to complete the section you are working on or the painting as a whole. I’m happy to help and answer any questions you may have! I had a lot when I started as well!💕💕
Oh yay my friend!!💕💕So glad it was useful! I’m FLOORED! I didn’t know if people would like/need this and I’m so glad they did!! I’m working on a Hacks 2.0 as we speak!💕💕
When the drills come in the sealed bag there should be a # on the bag example DH086 which corresponds with the # on the canvas which helps if the drills become separated from the canvas
@@dianthaterrell4534 Yes! The sku # matches the canvas and you are right. It is a great way to match the drills to the canvas. I used it many times when I stored my drills separately from my canvases.
@theprincipalpainter I've been cussing at my trays lately because I can't get the diamonds out or flipped the right way easily because they stuck. I really hope this helps!
Thank you for these tips! I loved hearing ones that I had not heard before. Did I hear you say that the hand sanitizer will get the glue left behind on the little storage bottles from the labels?
I absolutely love the sign diamond painting on the wall, in the beginning of your video. Any chance you have information about it? It would be amazing to do a diamond painting like it. TY!
@@darcygoodboe3457 I got the painting/sign on my door from Diamond Art Club. Here is a link to take you there! It’s such a fun sign! It’s out of stock at the moment, but sign up for an email when it comes back!💕💕www.diamondartclub.com/products/im-not-a-craft-hoarder?variant=42263866179777
I use the pool noodles as a bumper on the edges of my drafting table. One for an arm rest, and one on the top with a dowel to drape longer canvasses over if I choose not to roll them on it. Another hack: At completion, to check for missing drills, flip the canvas over and put it on your light source. Any missing drills will be noticeable right away. Also, with confetti, I eyeball which colors are in a section and then use several trays at a time and just write the number or symbol on them with dry erase marker. This way they are available if you accidentally miss a drill placement. Clean with the sanitizer after you finish the section.
Hi Carra, Good morning from Southern California Thank you for the hacks. As an ADHD person, I see the whole, and not the parts. I like your suggestions on everything. I am not able to use Static Guard because I am allergic and will an Asthma attack. I have been using my dining room table cover to push down my putty. Now I will use Release papers. As for mica, I don't think so. I am great for knocking things over. Plus, my hands are not that steady. Hey, get addicted to Vicodin and this is what happens. Thank you for the tip on locating symbols you missed. I just wait until I am finished, and with my light pad on I see where I have missed laying drills. Have a wonderful Friday
Hi Elizabeth! I’m glad you watched and can use some of the hacks! I can relate to knocking things over!! I have to put containers far out of reach so I don’t do it!😂😂I hope you have a great weekend as well and thank you so much for taking the time to watch!💕💕
Great tips. I've already tried the tweezer idea that I believe you mentioned in one of your other videos. Work great. Hand sanitizer for trays and gooey bottle tops...gotta try that one. Taylor turned out really sharp.
@@theprincipalpainter yes had some issues with major static at first. But I washed it with dishsoap and helped alot. But i will have to try the handsanitzer trick next time.
First time you were here. For the future please consider putting in the description box links to your diamond painting supplies. For example the blue tray that you are showing in the video that has the divider grids in it and the little teeny spout on the end that looks like a chimney roof. Perhaps others also watching this video would like to know either a) what that was called or b) where can I purchase it. ALSO....WHERE did you get (what I am assuming is) your pre-silk screened ?? image canvas, from? Not a criticism. Just a suggestion. Thanks so much and it was a very enjoyable, very informative video.
Thanks so much for the suggestion! I’ve been working hard to improve my links in the description box of the specific companies I showcase, but I will be cognizant of specific tools and items I show as well. 💕💕
@@theprincipalpainterOh, thank you. If, ever U can remember where you purchased, or rec'd your blue or green 'house shaped' divider drill (??) tray from, please let me know.
@@jessicaleslie-byrn8008 I’m happy to help with that but I don’t want to share a list publically because I’m afraid I’ll leave a company off of my list of so many favorites and do not want to do that. If you message me at marlinncarra on Facebook or at The Principal Painter on Instagram, I’d be happy to help! You can also email me at theprincipalpainter@gmail.com
Great tips thank you, how do you use washi in diamond painting if you answer in video disregard I am watching whole video I just didn’t want to forget my question ❤
Great question. I don’t use washi at all. It just does not work for me. I use release papers instead. I peel back the plastic to the size of the release papers, put the release papers down in a row and pull up the release papers as I go. I know lots of people who use Washi however and love it. They put it around the outside of the painting and also use it to section off the painting in top of the plastic covering. I hope that makes sense. The most important thing to remember is to do what you are comfortable with. There is no wrong way to diamond paint!💕💕
Hi there! Im so glad i ran across your video! These tips are amazing! Ive been trying desperately to figure out ths static issue. Gotta get some Static Guard. For the confetti locator i use a placement ruler (which I DONT use for placement LOL) to identify the line for the missing drill. Gonna try the mica powder. Gonna make myself practice with my multi placers. These are all great tips. Thanks so much!! Im officially SUBSCRIBED. 😊😊
@@katherinebourke171 I have 2 tray makers that I love and use. Yellow Dog and Firefly Trays. Check them both out! I’m linking both companies for you! Yellow Dog: www.etsy.com/shop/YellowDogDesignsCA Firefly Trays: fireflyda.com/
I got it from The One With The Diamond Art. I’ve linked it below so you can find it easily. Please feel free to use my discount code THEPRINCIPALPAINTER for 10% off your purchase. It is a reusable code so you can use it any time. I don’t get a kickback on it. I just support the company as an affiliate and love to save people money!💕💕 theonewiththediamondart.com/products/owl-jaycobyart?_pos=5&_sid=780dc790b&_ss=r
Terrific tips and tricks, thank you! They’re so useful and will most definitely come in handy 🤩. I adore the Taylor Swift canvas, it’s beautiful! If you don’t mind me asking, how many colors is it?
Do you have any videos for beginners, as in for people that have never done Diamond printing before? Honestly before I stumbled across your video I've never heard of you before. I had never heard of this technique before. Or even this type of art form before. So that's why I'm wondering if there's any sort of like beginner video that you have that you've ever created.
@@manuellubian5709 Here is a playlist of all my how tos and tips for diamond painting. I hope it helps and don’t laugh at my older videos where I just started my channel! They are hilarious!!😂😂😂I hope these are useful to you!💕💕 ruclips.net/p/PLqjOU0U7VlaupGzDGjbHKUvW1IPz_SxrX&si=tq-ujwju2JpWFqFq
@@celissityclark8918 Awwww! Thank you so much!! I’m already taking notes for the next one! I love finding things to help people with this craft and passing them on so I’m glad it helped! I’m so glad you found me and are here!
I love your channel...I don't use sticky labels on my bottels..I write on each bottle with a sharpie and when I'm done with each painting I take a paper towel and the hand sanitizer and wipe off the sharpie and strat all over..have never had any problem with the sharpie coming off before I wanted it to and saves from getting all that sticky residue all over the bottles
That is a great idea! And…hand sanitizer strikes gold again!!😂😂💕💕
I have a sticker on it and use pencil to write on the sticker then erase it when done.
Just tried the T search method! I used to be a teacher, then a teacher of teachers, so I was always brainstorming this stuff but it never occured to me to do it for my diamond painting. It made a huge difference, Carra.
I'm a beginner at diamond painting, my sister got me hooked on it when she gave me some kits to help me get distracted from chronic pain. I need to keep my body and mind active and use up some brain energy when I'm not able to be physically active (I'm recovering from being bed bound).
So now I have a new hobby besides crochet and beading (making beaded jewellery, bookmarks, keyrings, etc).
I have to share your tips with my sister, she has been working on diamond paintings that are as big as the one you have of Taylor.
I'm grateful for any and all tips that anyone can share with me. I've only ever used a single dot placer but I've bought a set of the multiplacers to try.
The only problem I have now is choosing which kit to start.
Blessings from South Eastern Australia, Dot (I'm dotty Dot when I'm busy with a dot / diamond painting)
@@dotcassilles1488 oh yay!!! I’m so happy you liked the video and it was useful! An Aussie friend! I’ve been to Australia once and it is my favorite place on the planet! Beautiful continent, people and places! We went to Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. I need to get back! 💕💕💕
Hi Cara, I spray the static guard onto the ends of q-tips, cut the q-tips in half, and leave the static guard soaked q-tip in my baggies or containers. I also spray static guard on cotton rounds and wipe down my trays and the inside of my containers with those if static is persistent. Thanks for sharing all of your tips, I can't wait to try the mica powder.🎉🎉🎉
You are so right about losing track of that lost spot to fill. I use a lighted magnifier and still lose it. Sometimes can't find it without running my fingers over it to find the missing divit 😂
I've always used my tweezers to mark my spot, but I use the other end to point 👈🏼 at the missing drill, so it's more like an arrow. LOL
Amen!!
Another hack mainly for beginners.
Since most beginners have not yet bought drill storage yet. Most kit up in ziploc bags.
For the kits that have the DMC numbers on those heat seal bags. After I dumped my drills in a tray. I would cut that Grey square with the dmc number and color number and it would go into the bag.
By doing it this way. The bags are reusable because your not using the tape that tears the bags
Everyone should view this video! There's something in here even for seasoned diamond painters like myself. I've used and heard of all of them except 2: the paperclip and the hand sanitizer. Great tips! Thank you for taking the time to make this very informative video!
Oh yay!!! I’m so happy you liked it and got something from it!! 💕💕
Wow, Carra! What a treasure chest of tips.Thank you so much. Your tips videos are so information dense that I find myself listening to them a second or even third time.
Wow! Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you got some things out of it! I’m already making notes for another one!💕💕
These are great tips and tricks! Very helpful for everyone. Light Bulb moment with the tweezers tip. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks a million! Especially for the hand sanitizer and the mica powders!
I use a few of these hacks, but I had never heard of using hand sanitizer to clean the trays. I will be doing that from now on. I have heard about the mica powder trick, but you are the first person who ever showed me how to do it. Thank you so much, and now I can actually try it.❤😅❤
@@DianesDiamondPaintingJourney Yay!! I’m so glad! Thanks for watching and for being you! 💕💕
The T zone is me 😅, here one tip I do. I tend to work on very heavy confetti pieces and sometimes you forget one drill and don’t realize it so when I finish a section I turn off any overhead lights and just leave the light pad on. You will clearly see if you’re missing any drills. I also do this and any completion to make sure no drills are missing. I will also be adopting Katie’s mom hack of using a silicon meat tenderizer to separate drills 😅
@@HappyLittleDrills-Carol oh this is a great idea. I learn just as many ideas from you guys as I give when I do these videos! That’s a fantastic one!💕💕
Lot of useful tips, will definitely have to get some micro powder, and the static spray and dryer sheets to keep in my diamond art bag, just was scrolling through you tube and found your video,
Oh yay! I’m so glad it was useful to you and I hope you come back! 💕💕
I put mine in the freezer for a while and that gets rid of the static so I can take them out of the bag easier
I love all your tips. I find that putting the bags in the freezer really works for me. I, However; have lost a few bags in the freezer behind the ice cream. LOL
@@PamperedWithDiamonds OMG that is hilarious!! Another diamond painting hazard to look out for!😂😂😂
Thanks for the tips. Taylor Smith painting is gorgeous
Thanks for all the tips! I’ve been dp’ing for many years and this is the first I’ve heard about mica powder. Great tip!
I’m totally going to try the hand sanitizer tip!!
For static, I put cut up squares of fabric sheets in my containers BUT when it’s worse, moisten a Q-tip with rubbing alcohol and swirl it around the baggie before pouring into a container. Works great! I forget where I saw it.
Thanks so much! Great ideas!! I’m already working on a Hacks 2.0 video based on all of these great suggestions!!💕💕
For angled surface, one could cut release paper in the shape of an arrow and point it at a missing drill. If too many surrounding drills, a cover minder in the shape of an arrow could work, or stick a piece of washi on top of the drills next to it.
Wow! Looking forward to trying some of these tips. Taylor is awesome! I usually don’t like portraits or customs of photos but she is stunning.
For angled desk peeps: post it makes little arrow flags that will tac to your missing symbol spot
I have not heard about using mica powder to fill in gaps. I will be trying that next time I diamond paint. It sounds like such an easy hack to do. I like doing square drill paintings, but am always frustrated with the gapping. Thank you so much for the hints.
Hi Carra, Love these hacks & tips; I’ve used many of these. I highly recommend all of our fellow painters use these. I can’t wait to try the hand sanitizer to clean my trays, mica powder for gaps & static guard & dryer sheets on my trays for static before placing drills in my containers. Thank you! ❤
Sanitize trays while sanitizing your hands. Funny but so efficient! 😆
Good tips. A couple of them I had already figured out, just as you said. For pouring the drills from factory strips, I pour t h e drills into a tray that has a pour spout. Great putting in bottles or zippy. Release paper substitute, I work at a UPS Store. The peel off back of the shipping labels work great. Side with print side up.
This is great to know! I learn so much from doing these videos! I love it!! Thank you so much!!💕💕
Thankyou very much. I'm on a pension so I look for ways to reduce my costs. I do diamond painting for fun and as a distraction from chronic pain and discomfort. My sister has gifted me a large canvas that is 1 metre by 70 cms and I know I'm going to need the help of some waxy paper to help reach it all.
I'm also decluttering and organising my house so I have rolls of labels for different storage boxes... I'm thinking the backing paper for sticky gift tags or sticker backing. I will be saving the backing as I start to wrap presents and label them (lots of birthdays soon and then Christmas).
Blessings from South Eastern Australia, Dot
Thank you for the tips, Carra. These are very helpful! Love the hand sanatizer suggestion, I will have to try that. Here is a suggestion for those with easels. They sell tray minders which are like bars with magnets, people can use these to point out their 'missing' drill spots. Or at minimum, put the bar under the row the symbol is in to help them locate it again. Hope you have a great week!
Well there you go! Thank you for this!! I learned something new! Love it!!💕💕
I use the funnel for pouring the drills in the container. And I use static spray if they stick to it. I like all your hacks and enjoy watching your channel.
I got up and tried the tip with the hand sanitizer while the post played. It works!
I know! Isn’t it great??💕💕
I use non-stick parchment for release papers.
Awesome tips, not just for diamond painting but for life in general. Thank you! ❤
Wonderful tips ive used a couple of them and now learned a couple more ...thank you so much
Me too, I do single placing checkered method, it works for me, I can't for the life of me multiplace, lol. I've tried, but no thanks. The tweezer trick is a plus, and the hand sanitizer trick. Thank you for sharing Kara👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
I just found your channel. Thank you for sharing your very useful DP hacks.. And yes that T zone is so true when I have a lot of confetti. I start on another section and BAM their they are. Lol I I'm thinking how did I miss them! Thank you again and happy dotting.
Oh yay! I’m so glad you found me! I’m so glad you are here! Yes! I have to really train my eyes when confetti hits! 😂😂💕💕
I’ve tried the multi placer and I failed. They always come crooked round &Square. But I’m going to try again because practice does make perfect. You’re right Il start off with two or four placer. The micro powder I will definitely go buy at Michael’s. I do have some gaps, I thought it was from the placer. thank you so much. I’m Looking forward to other videos.
20:24 I do the edges before I do the sections in the middle of the area I’ve sectioned of. 22:06 I’m not in a hurry to complete my diamond painting the process is so fun and relaxing!!! 😊😊😊Sharon in SC
Thank you for this video! I am still learning this craft and this video was such a help! I am so glad i found your channel!
Oh yay! I’m so glad you are here! 💕💕💕
I use my pool noodle as an arm rest. My table is one of those that lift at an angle of you want too so there's an edge at the bottom along with a metal tray to put pens or supplies so they don't fall when it's at an angle, so when I lean against the edge it digs into my arm and leaves marks and hurts! So I put a slit into the side of the pool noodle and slid it onto the edge of the pen tray on my table. Works like a charm! Best comfy solution! Now I need a hack for the best chair to sit in! I don't like hard chairs at all. I've done been through so many chairs it's crazy! My sister has the best chair but won't give it up and there's not a name on the chair at all anywhere lol I may have to Google search it one of these days 😂😂 anyways! Love your hacks! ❤
Thanks so much! My drafting table has a metal edge just like yours and it does hurt my arm so I’ll have to try your pool noodle hack! As for chairs, there are gaming chairs that a lot of people swear by on Amazon but they are pricey. I’m looking for a less expensive solution. I know there are seat cushions that are also on Amazon that support your back really well. Tell your sister she needs to share!!😂😂😂💕💕
I bought some colorful Halloween and Christmas refrigerator magnet diamond paintings after watching your video.
That’s awesome! I am such a sucker for anything Halloween or Christmas! 💕💕🎃🎄
I buy the trays with 28 bins at hobby lobby for 2 bucks in the diamond dot painting aisle. It is hobby lobby brand. I use a sharpie pen and label them 1 to 28 and reuse them. I go to dollar tree and buy a pack of 6 containers and use them for my overflow. I reuse them to. I dont buy sheets for my paintings. I use the original plastic sheet they use on paintings and just use washi tape to it to section it off. I bought the blade at dollar tree to use to cut out sections. I dont want to spend alot of money i do cheaply as possible.
I also use those containers but don't mark them with sharpies. I use the small round dots like you would use for yard sale pricing here's how they look..when I'm finished I am able to remove the dots from the container and I'm able to use it for the next project
Hi, Carra! I have been a subscriber for a long time, and I love watching your videos! Thank you for all the great tips. I have been diamond painting since 2021, and I always struggle with trying to find a symbol in high confetti paintings. The tweezer hack is amazing! In fact, I was trying so hard to find a symbol as you were talking about using tweezers on that spot LOL.
@@jacjac2010 Awww! Thank you so much! I’m so glad you are here! I use the tweezer trick all the time or else I’d go crazy losing symbols!😂😂😂
Thank you for the video. All great tips, and my favorite is the seed storage! Ty
Yes you MUST use Crafts With Crashley release papers. It could save a diamond painting's life!!!!!!
@@CraftsWithCrashley absolutely! Crashley’s release papers save diamond paintings’ lives and keeps wax safe for all mankind!!
I loved all the tips. My favorite was Static Guard. Thank you
I love the tips and tricks. Using them all.
I hadn't heard of the powder before. Will definitely try this on the canvas I'm working on now when it's done!
Seed Container!!! This is the best - I love my bottle storage and this just elevates it. I enjoy your channel and appreciate your hard work!
@@mcr392 yes! The seed container is the best! I’ve used mine several times and love it!!
Thanks !
The active ingrediant in the hand sanitizer that is the only thing that is removing the sticky from things and removing sharpie markings off things.... is rubbing alcohol. You can save a lot of money by getting yourself a little spray bottle and filling it with 91% rubbing alcohol and keeping it in your craft space.... it comes in handy :)
@@PinkPoodleCrafts I’ve tried rubbing alcohol before the hand sanitizer and the hand sanitizer by far works better for me. No clue why but it really does. As I always say use what works best for you. 💕💕
@@theprincipalpainter it may be because since the hand sanitizer uses a gel to hold the alcohol, it doesnt evaporate as quickly so if you put it on, it will stay longer and penetrate the sticky stuff longer before it evaporates. So yeah I can see how that could work better. I was assuming the stickiness was minimal on the trays but if its built up a bit, then I can see how the sanitizer would work better :) I dont use that sticky stuff when I do diamond painting... I use a gem pick up stick so Ive never had that experience. I use alcohol spray a lot to clean up all kinds of minor stickiness in crafting :)
You have saved me. I was struggling so hard with the bags! Thank you!
Oh yay!!! It’s such a little thing but it saved me too!💕💕💕
Great tips! I've been diamond painting for 4 years and am always excited to learn new tips. I really love the mica powder tip. I can't wait to try it. I'm going to Hobby Lobby right now! LOL
@@tamiglitterrati oh that’s great! I’m so glad you liked it!💕Thank you so much for watching! I truly appreciate it!!💕💕
Mind blown! Thank you ❤ I've been dp'ing for over 4 years and learned so much. Also been wanting to get some mica powder, but was nervous that it would spread to areas dark/light and mess it up.
The cutting baggie -wow! I just kitted up a large painting and that's probably why I have so many issues.
Hand sanitizer ❤❤❤❤ will definitely spend some time cleaning my trays.
@@mcr392 oh yay! I’m so glad you liked it!! Thanks so much!!💕💕
Wow that is huge. I don't use Washi. I don't cut each bag apart until I use it. That is what i do, mark my canvas in case I lose it. I have never used hand sanatizer. Yes when I first tried multi placing it was akward. Now I love it. I always roll my canvas when I am finished. Never heard of Mica powder.
On the static spray, if you spray on a Q tip then stir the q tip in the bag.
@@catalley9799 thanks so much! Great suggestion!💕💕
Thank you for sharing your tips. I will have try them. 😊
Very clever ideas. Thanks for sharing!
I've been looking forward to this tips video, and you did not disappoint. I'm going to start using the release paper to level my putty in my multiplication & I am going to use hand sanitizer to clean my trays. Some other tips I already use. Now I am going to watch your tips for multiplacing video. Great job!
Hello, I gave you a Thumbs up. I’m New to #diamondpainting and New here watching. I’m looking to connect with other Diamond Painters. I’m working on a #customdiamondpainting. I have a lot of kits to do for gifts. This is my second canvas. I started small with stickers and magnets. 4:17 I prefer when companies send the drills in Zip lock bags it’s So Much easier. I don’t have containers and don’t know if I will yet. I just use little clips to keep the bags closed if they come in these kind of bags you’re showing. I also purchased zip lock bags to put them in as well. Thank you for all these tips. 8:09 I prefer to use the single placer. I enjoy the whole process. I have just Joined your RUclips channel/family. I look forward to connecting through our love for Diamond painting. 10:35 I still haven’t learned what confetti is. That seems to be the one thing nobody explains for newbies. I look forward to more of your videos. 11:53 I love my tweezers. 12:32 Pool Noodles are awesome for so many things. 😊😊😊Sharon in SC
@@connectionoflivesandinterests Hi Sharon! Welcome! So glad you are here! Confetti is when you have a bunch of different colors in an area and constantly have to change out your colors to complete the section you are working on or the painting as a whole. I’m happy to help and answer any questions you may have! I had a lot when I started as well!💕💕
Great hacks. Already had figured some out from trial and error but oh my gosh, some of your hacks are amazing. Thank you!
@@JeepForFun Yay! So happy you liked them! I’m working on more!💕💕
Great tips i definitely be useing the hand sanitizer to clean my trays
Awesome tips and great ideas! I’ve learned some tips❤❤. On your way to 6.5❤❤❤❤
Oh yay my friend!!💕💕So glad it was useful! I’m FLOORED! I didn’t know if people would like/need this and I’m so glad they did!! I’m working on a Hacks 2.0 as we speak!💕💕
Excellent tips. Thank you ❤
Carra thank you for all your tips & taking the time to share with all of us. I appreciate it very much. 💖
Thanks
When the drills come in the sealed bag there should be a # on the bag example DH086 which corresponds with the # on the canvas which helps if the drills become separated from the canvas
@@dianthaterrell4534 Yes! The sku # matches the canvas and you are right. It is a great way to match the drills to the canvas. I used it many times when I stored my drills separately from my canvases.
@@theprincipalpainter thought it might help someone who hasn't been diamond painting as long as we have
Thanks!!! I'm going to use a lot of these now. Old hand sanitizer bottles will be going in my diamond painting stuff.
@@agriff1022 Yay! So glad you can use these! Hand sanitizer is back!😂😂💕💕
@theprincipalpainter I've been cussing at my trays lately because I can't get the diamonds out or flipped the right way easily because they stuck. I really hope this helps!
Genius hacks! Great video! ❤
26:16 Amazing tip on the power. 26:34 I Love keeping baby wipes in my house. 😊😊😊Sharon in SC
14:58 Amazing Tip about Getting stuff off with Hand sanitizer!!! 😊😊😊Sharon in SC
Thank you for these tips! I loved hearing ones that I had not heard before.
Did I hear you say that the hand sanitizer will get the glue left behind on the little storage bottles from the labels?
@@Queen_of_Diamonds_4 yes it will! Just rub a bit on the gooey stuff, leave for a minute or so and it will take it off!💕💕
Spray the static guard on a q-tip and move it around in the bag. Works great and the drills don’t get wet.
Great idea! Thanks so much!!💕💕
Great tips. Will be trying a few of them.
@@DiamondMeMa Oh that’s great! Let me know how they work for you!!
I absolutely love the sign diamond painting on the wall, in the beginning of your video. Any chance you have information about it? It would be amazing to do a diamond painting like it. TY!
@@darcygoodboe3457 I got the painting/sign on my door from Diamond Art Club. Here is a link to take you there! It’s such a fun sign! It’s out of stock at the moment, but sign up for an email when it comes back!💕💕www.diamondartclub.com/products/im-not-a-craft-hoarder?variant=42263866179777
@@theprincipalpainter Thank you for the information. I will be putting my name to be notified ASAP! TY!
I absolutely loved this video. Some things I’ve tried and others made me go WOW!! Thank you for such an informative video ❤
Oh yay!! I’m so glad you liked it!! 💕💕
I use the pool noodles as a bumper on the edges of my drafting table. One for an arm rest, and one on the top with a dowel to drape longer canvasses over if I choose not to roll them on it. Another hack: At completion, to check for missing drills, flip the canvas over and put it on your light source. Any missing drills will be noticeable right away. Also, with confetti, I eyeball which colors are in a section and then use several trays at a time and just write the number or symbol on them with dry erase marker. This way they are available if you accidentally miss a drill placement. Clean with the sanitizer after you finish the section.
@@KurtPisocki Great ideas! Thank you for sharing!!
wonderful tips. how about taking care of your painting while working or storing for next day care.
@@normacaffey5998 Great ideas!! I’ll get working on that! Love it!!💕💕
Hi Carra,
Good morning from Southern California
Thank you for the hacks.
As an ADHD person, I see the whole, and not the parts. I like your suggestions on everything. I am not able to use Static Guard because I am allergic and will an Asthma attack. I have been using my dining room table cover to push down my putty. Now I will use Release papers.
As for mica, I don't think so. I am great for knocking things over. Plus, my hands are not that steady. Hey, get addicted to Vicodin and this is what happens.
Thank you for the tip on locating symbols you missed. I just wait until I am finished, and with my light pad on I see where I have missed laying drills.
Have a wonderful Friday
Hi Elizabeth! I’m glad you watched and can use some of the hacks! I can relate to knocking things over!! I have to put containers far out of reach so I don’t do it!😂😂I hope you have a great weekend as well and thank you so much for taking the time to watch!💕💕
Taylor needs to sign that DP!
Wow great tips.
I used your tip on the washi tape on my channel. You’ve been a good helper.
@@diamondsandpixiedust Yay!!! I’m glad you could use it! 💕💕
Great tips! Will have to try out the sanitizer hack! 👍
Hey!! Im new to the channel! Love the video. Have a great weekend xoxo
Oh yay! I’m so glad you found me!! I’m glad you liked the video! Thank you for watching it! I truly appreciate it!!💕💕
You said you didn't know what the drills went to.... the little bags have the kit number on them.
Never heard of mica powder. Interesting tip. 👍🏻
Great tips. I've already tried the tweezer idea that I believe you mentioned in one of your other videos. Work great. Hand sanitizer for trays and gooey bottle tops...gotta try that one. Taylor turned out really sharp.
Thank you so much for the video I love your channel u make us feel so welcome in your home thank for info on Taylor swift I love that painting
27:39 Do you ever use the straightener for your drills? 28:30 He’s Hilarious that’s Fun!!! We Love that kind of Fun in videos. 😊😊😊Sharon in SC
🐞Wow..what an excellent vid of tips!!!I honestly believe I can use all of them!!! Thank you so so much!!🤗
Yay! I’m so happy you liked it! I’m starting a notebook of tips!!💕💕
23:35 Nice Completed diamond painting. Do you usually do square drills over round or do both? 😊😊😊Sharon in SC
I do both. I love them both for different reasons. 💕💕
Thanks Kara. I have the seed container too!
@@Christine-Lynn isn’t it great?! I just love it!! I’ll be on the lookout for more items like that! 💕💕
@@theprincipalpainter yes had some issues with major static at first. But I washed it with dishsoap and helped alot. But i will have to try the handsanitzer trick next time.
First time you were here. For the future please consider putting in the description box links to your diamond painting supplies. For example the blue tray that you are showing in the video that has the divider grids in it and the little teeny spout on the end that looks like a chimney roof. Perhaps others also watching this video would like to know either a) what that was called or b) where can I purchase it.
ALSO....WHERE did you get (what I am assuming is) your pre-silk screened ?? image canvas, from?
Not a criticism. Just a suggestion. Thanks so much and it was a very enjoyable, very informative video.
Thanks so much for the suggestion! I’ve been working hard to improve my links in the description box of the specific companies I showcase, but I will be cognizant of specific tools and items I show as well. 💕💕
@@theprincipalpainterOh, thank you. If, ever U can remember where you purchased, or rec'd your blue or green 'house shaped' divider drill (??) tray from, please let me know.
@@manuellubian5709 Yes! That tray is from Yellow Dog Designs on Etsy. I’ve linked the shop for you!💕💕
www.etsy.com/shop/YellowDogDesignsCA
Great tips . now can you share a good place to get diamond paintings?
@@jessicaleslie-byrn8008 I’m happy to help with that but I don’t want to share a list publically because I’m afraid I’ll leave a company off of my list of so many favorites and do not want to do that. If you message me at marlinncarra on Facebook or at The Principal Painter on Instagram, I’d be happy to help! You can also email me at theprincipalpainter@gmail.com
Great tips thank you, how do you use washi in diamond painting if you answer in video disregard I am watching whole video I just didn’t want to forget my question ❤
Great question. I don’t use washi at all. It just does not work for me. I use release papers instead. I peel back the plastic to the size of the release papers, put the release papers down in a row and pull up the release papers as I go. I know lots of people who use Washi however and love it. They put it around the outside of the painting and also use it to section off the painting in top of the plastic covering. I hope that makes sense. The most important thing to remember is to do what you are comfortable with. There is no wrong way to diamond paint!💕💕
Thank you for the very helpful tips on how to become a better Diamond painter. I’m a newbie…working on my second piece and any tips are welcome.🥰
Hi Joyce! Welcome to this fun and satisfying craft! I’m so glad the video was helpful and I hope you come back!💕💕
Hi there! Im so glad i ran across your video! These tips are amazing! Ive been trying desperately to figure out ths static issue. Gotta get some Static Guard. For the confetti locator i use a placement ruler (which I DONT use for placement LOL) to identify the line for the missing drill.
Gonna try the mica powder. Gonna make myself practice with my multi placers.
These are all great tips. Thanks so much!! Im officially SUBSCRIBED. 😊😊
Thanks so much! I’m working on a Diamond Painting Hacks 2.0 as we speak! I’m so glad it was helpful and to have you here!! It means a lot!💕💕
Did you say "Yellow Dog Tray"? I need trays that have deep groves like that. Where can i find good trays?
@@katherinebourke171 I have 2 tray makers that I love and use. Yellow Dog and Firefly Trays. Check them both out! I’m linking both companies for you!
Yellow Dog: www.etsy.com/shop/YellowDogDesignsCA
Firefly Trays:
fireflyda.com/
Where did you get the dp on your video at the beginning of the video? Great tips you shared..will use a lot of them from now on…
I got it from The One With The Diamond Art. I’ve linked it below so you can find it easily. Please feel free to use my discount code THEPRINCIPALPAINTER for 10% off your purchase. It is a reusable code so you can use it any time. I don’t get a kickback on it. I just support the company as an affiliate and love to save people money!💕💕
theonewiththediamondart.com/products/owl-jaycobyart?_pos=5&_sid=780dc790b&_ss=r
Awesome video
The diamond painting in the Start, the one framed. Where Do I find it?
@@kassemmeln it’s called The Bluebird’s Song. By Chuck Pinson. It’s from Diamond Art Club.💕💕
Terrific tips and tricks, thank you! They’re so useful and will most definitely come in handy 🤩. I adore the Taylor Swift canvas, it’s beautiful! If you don’t mind me asking, how many colors is it?
@@jamiejazz8194 it has 48 colors
@@theprincipalpainterthank you!!
Do you have any videos for beginners, as in for people that have never done Diamond printing before? Honestly before I stumbled across your video I've never heard of you before. I had never heard of this technique before. Or even this type of art form before. So that's why I'm wondering if there's any sort of like beginner video that you have that you've ever created.
@@manuellubian5709 Here is a playlist of all my how tos and tips for diamond painting. I hope it helps and don’t laugh at my older videos where I just started my channel! They are hilarious!!😂😂😂I hope these are useful to you!💕💕
ruclips.net/p/PLqjOU0U7VlaupGzDGjbHKUvW1IPz_SxrX&si=tq-ujwju2JpWFqFq
@@theprincipalpainter Thank You, much.
The one of Tylor Swift I love it how it turn out 💎💎💎😊😊😊
@@Vega_Cristina I know! I was amazed!! That rendering was perfect!💕💕
I learned so much stuff! I'm very proud of you for being willing to share such useful information. thank you very much. new subbie here!
@@celissityclark8918 Awwww! Thank you so much!! I’m already taking notes for the next one! I love finding things to help people with this craft and passing them on so I’m glad it helped! I’m so glad you found me and are here!