Thank you merry for sharing this, it was very helpful, as I’m fairly new to diamond painting and struggle at times on how to start. I’ll certainly be doing this from now on 💗
I like your tip of covering the edges glue with washi tape and then uncovering the legend. I’ve been using scotch tape to cover the glue where the legend is.
This is perfect for me cause my canvas has been very frustrating as the plastic cover was ripping any way it wants too. Thank God for coverminders as that helped. But for the rest of the kit I put the washi Tape right. I always didn't do right. Thanks Merry
I tried the washi along the glue edge but found it stuck when trying to remove it and it was a hassle getting it off.. so stopped and now just try to be careful. I do use the washi tape on the top and I love the ceramic blade to cut between sections. I like being able to make my sections as big as I want as I know what my usual work size is.. I tried the release papers but my arm would get them to come up or curl.. so the washi is a must. glad you mentioned the right and wrong side of the plastic. thanks for the video
Enjoyed this video 😁 A tip for those who don’t want to use a blade to cut their washi, you can use anything with a straight edge to hold against it and tear the washi. I use my Bella Art De Nicole tray lid. But you can use an old gift card or something like that. Works like a charm 😁
I just finished my 4th canvas and just started diamond painting 3 months ago. This is just what l needed. Thank you for a super video. Just subscribed and sending love your way from the French Alpes.
Boy i just saw this 9 months late but so glad i found it. I have been doing my canvases using washi tape and release paper because my washi tape was peeling off my plastic layer. Maybe it wasn't good washi tape? I bought it at Michael's so i was very disappointed. I also threw a thin one away because i could not unroll it from the roll and it would tear in pieces as i tried to unroll it. So now trying different washis and see how it goes. I like the release paper but don't want to cover entire picture as i like to look at entire image and enjoy its beauty as i go along. I just subscribed to you! Thank you for this tutorial!
Oh my goodness!! Thank you so much for this! 🙌🎉 I'm new to dp and only learned the washi tape sectioning from a video and I'm finding it to be so finicky and a pain in the booty. It's coming up at the ends and driving me nuts. Good thing I didn't do the whole canvas, just going a strip at a time, but bc of your video, I'm definitely switching to release papers on the next strip! Thank you thank you!! 🥰🎉🎉
Aww! Never be overwhelmed! There are lots of fun accessories and things you can use to enhance your experience, but the hobby should be fun and relaxing! I’m here if you ever have any questions!
@MerryMaking Crafts So far this the one hobby I'm really enjoying and sticking with..well I'm only in my first project..lol but do you have any suggestions on how to enjoy this without the strain of your neck and back?
Thank you so much for this helpful. I am new to diamond painting so is my friend. I'm doing my canvas tonight so I can show her how to do it. I am so glad I found this video you taught me a lot. Your voice is very sweet and enjoyable to listen to. I love your purple nail polish. What is the brand & color?
Release paper is like the shiny paper that you find behind stickers. It allows you to section your painting using smaller sheets instead of the big cover. Here are links to release paper and a light board that I recommend. amzn.to/40Z5NZn amzn.to/3Lcl4jw
Couild. I. Put wasabi tape on the sticky. Part or do. Put it on the. Cover but how do I. Cut the plastic. Without cutting the canvas how do. I. Apply the. Tape how. Many in. A. Row do I do
These questions are all answered in the video if you keep watching :) Don’t put washi tape on the sticky part, it will not lift off. You cut the canvas very carefully with a craft knife or lift it and cut with scissors. You do as many rows and columns as you want. The goal is to make sections the size you feel most comfortable!
I think you could use whatever type of tape you have on hand! Duct tape tends to be really wide, so it might be hard to use for sectioning, but you could definitely put it on the outside edge and fold it over. Just don’t put any tapes directly on the sticky part of the canvas where you put your drills! It will NOT come off!
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Oh my gosh thank you!! I have so many rolls of washi tape and had no idea what to use it for 😂😂
Thank you merry for sharing this, it was very helpful, as I’m fairly new to diamond painting and struggle at times on how to start. I’ll certainly be doing this from now on 💗
I’m so glad it was helpful!
I like your tip of covering the edges glue with washi tape and then uncovering the legend. I’ve been using scotch tape to cover the glue where the legend is.
So glad I could help! I couldn’t stand having my legend covered up!
This is perfect for me cause my canvas has been very frustrating as the plastic cover was ripping any way it wants too. Thank God for coverminders as that helped. But for the rest of the kit I put the washi Tape right. I always didn't do right. Thanks Merry
So glad you found it helpful!
BTW loving the nails
I tried the washi along the glue edge but found it stuck when trying to remove it and it was a hassle getting it off.. so stopped and now just try to be careful. I do use the washi tape on the top and I love the ceramic blade to cut between sections. I like being able to make my sections as big as I want as I know what my usual work size is.. I tried the release papers but my arm would get them to come up or curl.. so the washi is a must. glad you mentioned the right and wrong side of the plastic. thanks for the video
An excellent video. Very precise
Just getting ready to do my first Diamond Painting. - This was so very helpful! Thanks so much!!
Enjoyed this video 😁
A tip for those who don’t want to use a blade to cut their washi, you can use anything with a straight edge to hold against it and tear the washi. I use my Bella Art De Nicole tray lid. But you can use an old gift card or something like that. Works like a charm 😁
Great tip! I never thought of that!
I just finished my 4th canvas and just started diamond painting 3 months ago. This is just what l needed. Thank you for a super video. Just subscribed and sending love your way from the French Alpes.
butterfly sticker is a great idea !!! I have put the wrong side down many times. Thank you
I'm brand new to diamond painting and this is exactly the information i was looking for. Thank you!
TFS Merry, I section off my paintings going vertical and horizontal with washi tape. Have a great day 💞🤗
Kudos to you! I do not have the patience! 🤣
Boy i just saw this 9 months late but so glad i found it. I have been doing my canvases using washi tape and release paper because my washi tape was peeling off my plastic layer. Maybe it wasn't good washi tape? I bought it at Michael's so i was very disappointed. I also threw a thin one away because i could not unroll it from the roll and it would tear in pieces as i tried to unroll it. So now trying different washis and see how it goes. I like the release paper but don't want to cover entire picture as i like to look at entire image and enjoy its beauty as i go along. I just subscribed to you! Thank you for this tutorial!
Thank you for sharing! It was very helpful!
Great tip at the end! Thanks!!! 💎
I was wondering if anyone would watch to the end 😝
@@MerryMakingCrafts I did!! 👋🏼
Great Video! Thank you for sharing your tips. Just what I wanted to know about the washi tape and sectioning.
Thank you Merry for sharing your tips.
I came across a comment somewhere about cutting the washi tape and now I use a seam ripper and it works awesome.
Oh my goodness!! Thank you so much for this! 🙌🎉 I'm new to dp and only learned the washi tape sectioning from a video and I'm finding it to be so finicky and a pain in the booty. It's coming up at the ends and driving me nuts. Good thing I didn't do the whole canvas, just going a strip at a time, but bc of your video, I'm definitely switching to release papers on the next strip! Thank you thank you!! 🥰🎉🎉
thank you so much for this. l was sectioning off my whole canvas and found sections would curl up. Now will use your method
Thank you for sharing this! Lots of helpful tips!
Thank you, Merry. Great tutorial!
Thank you so much for explaining the Washi tape,I'm new to the Diamond Art world and trying to learn alot but not be overwhelmed
Aww! Never be overwhelmed! There are lots of fun accessories and things you can use to enhance your experience, but the hobby should be fun and relaxing! I’m here if you ever have any questions!
@MerryMaking Crafts So far this the one hobby I'm really enjoying and sticking with..well I'm only in my first project..lol but do you have any suggestions on how to enjoy this without the strain of your neck and back?
Thank you so much for this helpful. I am new to diamond painting so is my friend. I'm doing my canvas tonight so I can show her how to do it. I am so glad I found this video you taught me a lot. Your voice is very sweet and enjoyable to listen to. I love your purple nail polish. What is the brand & color?
Thank you merry 😊 it helped
Very helpful, thank you! New sub!😁
No problem, and Welcome!
I use washi on the edges and then the release papers for my sections.
I love how everyone does it so differently!
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You can also just use parchment paper and cut it into sections!
For sure! It just depends on the brand. I have had some that stick, and others that don’t so I don’t chance it!
It's called release papers? Coz I might need some too
I use it all the time on that pesky glue overhand.
What is released paper? Also is there a table you recommend that has the light
Release paper is like the shiny paper that you find behind stickers. It allows you to section your painting using smaller sheets instead of the big cover. Here are links to release paper and a light board that I recommend.
amzn.to/40Z5NZn
amzn.to/3Lcl4jw
@@MerryMakingCrafts thank you so much
Couild. I. Put wasabi tape on the sticky. Part or do. Put it on the. Cover but how do I. Cut the plastic. Without cutting the canvas how do. I. Apply the. Tape how. Many in. A. Row do I do
These questions are all answered in the video if you keep watching :) Don’t put washi tape on the sticky part, it will not lift off. You cut the canvas very carefully with a craft knife or lift it and cut with scissors. You do as many rows and columns as you want. The goal is to make sections the size you feel most comfortable!
Do you have to ues wishi tape or can you use duck tape and can you ues wishi tape on the border?
I think you could use whatever type of tape you have on hand! Duct tape tends to be really wide, so it might be hard to use for sectioning, but you could definitely put it on the outside edge and fold it over. Just don’t put any tapes directly on the sticky part of the canvas where you put your drills! It will NOT come off!
Ok thanks
Side question...what code/color are your nails? Lol
Hey Merry. Do you have an email account? I have to email you. Thanks. 😬
Sure! It’s Meredith.martinsek@gmail.com or you can send me a message on Etsy or Instagram!
I use it all the time on that pesky glue overhand.
I HATE getting those fuzzies on the edges! Yay for Washi! (And it’s a bonus that it’s super cute!)