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August Is Diamond Painting Month: Here’s How to Celebrate

Date

August 01, 2024

Time reading

9 minutes
diamond art and drill pen

Are you ready for the sparkling world of diamond painting to shine even brighter? Well, your wish has been granted! August is Diamond Painting Month! This month is about celebrating the joy of creating dazzling artwork with tiny, multi-faceted resin diamond drills and all the (incredibly) satisfying benefits that come with it. Whether you’re a seasoned diamond painting pro or a curious newbie, August is the perfect time to raise your diamond placer and dive into everything this exciting, creative hobby has to offer.

What Is Diamond Painting?

If you’re new to this craft, you might wonder, “What is diamond painting?” Diamond painting is a new craft that is both therapeutic and rewarding and has taken the world by storm. And learning how to diamond paint is super easy! You simply place small resin diamonds on a color-coded, adhesive canvas. Think of it like paint by numbers — but with shiny resin “diamonds” instead of paint. Everything you need to complete one of these vibrant and sparkling masterpieces is included in the kit as well. But, the real joy of diamond painting lies in the process: the rhythmic placement of diamond drills brings on relaxation, enhances your creativity, and adds a new sense of accomplishment to your life. Now that’s worth celebrating!

Celebrate Diamond Painting Month with Diamond Art Club®

Now that you’re armed with the basics, let’s explore some exciting ways to appreciate, relish, and celebrate Diamond Painting Month!

Unwrap the Joy of a New Project

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There’s something undeniably thrilling about opening up a diamond painting kit and diving into a new project. But before that happens, you’ll need to choose which kit to try! Diamond painting designs run the gamut from popular licensed characters to modern art, from landscapes and fantasy to adorable animals and beyond. For those just starting out, Diamond Art Club® offers an entire collection of kits for beginners, as well as our Lil Diamondz™ line featuring simpler designs on smaller canvases for the budding artist. More experienced diamond painters might want to attempt something new - like a more complex, extra-large canvas design made up of square drills to celebrate this exciting time! Diamond Art Club® also offers a wide variety of other products, such as: 

unwrap the joy of a new project

The fact that there really is something for everyone’s ability and personal taste is just one more thing to celebrate about diamond painting. So, when you choose a project, listen to your heart because the most important factor is picking a design that sparks your creative spirit.

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Host a Diamond Painting Party

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Another wonderful thing about diamond painting is that it doesn’t have to be a solitary pursuit. It’s a fantastic way to connect with friends and family, too. Start by sending out DIY Cards inviting your friends and family over for a diamond painting party celebrating Diamond Painting Month. Or have your girlfriends over to raise a glass of sparkling wine to diamond paint. Choose kits around a theme, like a specific artist or genre, or have everyone bring their own project. Share stories as you work together on a larger painting you are creating for a loved one. Introduce fun twists like setting time limits or creating mini-competitions for the most completed sections. Are your kids into Harry Potter™? Introduce Sparkle Pals™ at their birthday party as a fun activity that can be done out of the summer heat. Indoors or out, welcome your guests with comfortable seating, good lighting, plenty of diamond painting tools, and trays for organizing their diamonds. Then, share yummy snacks, laughter, and the satisfaction of watching your canvases come to life together.

deepen your diamond painting experience

Deepen Your Diamond Painting Experience

Diamond Painting Month is a wonderful opportunity for beginners and experts alike to dive deeper into this captivating hobby and all it has to offer. Check out the monthly blog posts on the Diamond Art Club® website for ideas on everything from how to solve common diamond painting challenges to using your diamond art practice for meditation painting. Start a diamond painting log or journal for your practice. We offer a free digital logbook that is easily accessible from your Diamond Art Club® account. Simply log in, click the menu, then select "My Logbook" to start organizing your projects. Enter data, like finished canvases and quantities of drills on hand, as well as creative goals, pictures, and thoughts on your artistic growth. 

As you become more comfortable with diamond painting, you can explore advanced techniques to add even more depth and dimension to your artwork. Try the checkerboard method of drill placement, or use your extra diamond drills to create a freestyle design. Read how different diamond painting accessories, like light pads and release paper, are meant to increase both your enjoyment of the craft and your proficiency. Experimenting with these techniques and accessories can elevate your finished pieces to a whole new level and leave you beaming with pride!

Challenge Yourself

DAC lighthouse in the night

Have you already mastered the basics of diamond painting? If so, why not expand your limits and embark on a more ambitious project? Tackle a larger diamond painting kit than usual or one with incredibly detailed, confetti designs. At the same time, build your skills by exploring advanced techniques like using multi-placer tips to complete blocks of color faster. Diamond Art Club® has loads of Tips and Tricks on our website, and our Facebook page is full of even more! Just remember — tackling a challenging project requires good time management skills. Set achievable goals and schedule regular crafting sessions and breaks to ensure a pleasurable process and steady progress. The satisfaction of completing a complex diamond painting is truly unmatched.

Organize Your Stash

With a growing diamond painting collection, Diamond Painting Month is the perfect time to start framing and displaying them. After all, showing off your dazzling achievements can lift your spirits as well as those of visitors! Perhaps you’ll be inspired to gift some to friends. And since a tidy workspace makes the diamond painting process even more enjoyable, keeping your tools and leftover drills organized should be a part of your process, too. Invest in storage solutions like labeled containers that not only work well but also appeal to you esthetically. Our Premium 54-Container Diamond Storage Organizer features multiple sized containers. It's also designed to keep your crafting materials neatly organized and easily accessible. Alternatively, empty egg cartons and old shoe boxes can be great DIY solutions for drill storage, especially if you add a decorative touch to them. Whether your space is large or small, a tidy workspace makes the diamond painting process even more enjoyable, allowing you to find the specific drills and tools you need at a glance.

Discover Helpful Diamond Painting Storage Tips Here

Join the Diamond Painting Community

Connect with other diamond painting enthusiasts and share your passion! The Diamond Art Club® VIP Facebook Group is full of creative individuals ready to welcome you and connect about all things diamond painting. You can also link to our Instagram and TikTok pages. Take your diamond painting on your travels, whether they be to the local coffee shop or via airplane to distant shores. Diamond painting is a worldwide phenomenon, and the sparkle in your project will draw in the uninitiated and diamond crafters alike. Search out local crafting communities near you to connect with other people who enjoy diamond painting. Sharing your artwork, asking questions, and learning from others can significantly enhance your diamond painting journey.

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Spreading the word about diamond painting can start small — look to your favorite projects you’ve worked on! As a Diamond Art Club® Insider, you earn points for reviewing your purchases. These points can be redeemed for exclusive discounts and fun perks. Share your thoughts on your favorite kits today to enjoy rewards and support the diamond painting community with your feedback.

And don't forget about our referral program! It's true what they say — sharing is caring! Give a friend a $10 off coupon, and when they use it, you'll receive $20 off your next purchase. The more friends you refer, the more you save. It's a win-win for everyone!"

Let Your Creativity Shine During Diamond Painting Month

Let Your Creativity Shine

August may be Diamond Painting Month, but the joy of this creative craft lasts all year round. Let this month be an opportunity to embrace the sparkle, satisfaction, and therapeutic nature of diamond painting. Share your creations with the world, inspire others, and, most importantly, have fun transforming canvases into dazzling works of art. After all, in the world of diamond painting, every tiny diamond you place brings you closer to a masterpiece and a sense of accomplishment that leaves you beaming with pride. So, grab your diamond applicator, unleash your creativity, and let August be the month your diamond painting journey truly shines!

 

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