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Oct22

Framed!!!

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Framed!!!
Framed!!!

I got my NYC diamond art framed!

The canvas was measured in centimeters, and the frame in inches. I drew around the design with a black Sharpie to make it fill the frame.

I didn’t put the glass back in, I think the work is more dramatic without it.

The dots, or drills, are rhinestones on this canvas. This is the kit that colors got switched, the blue for black, and the crystal for gold. I saved my leftovers for other projects.

It’s on the hearth for now, but I plan to gift it to someone who loves New York.

Oct18

Ready for glazing!

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Ready for glazing!
Ready for glazing!

Just finished this diamond dot feather bookmark. The colors don’t look true in this light, so I may rephotograph tomorrow in the sunlight.

The colors are shades of pink and purple with some black and white for contrast. There is a large gold bead at the top.

I wish Mama was here to give it to. She loved these colors, and she loved to read.

Oct14

Look What Came, Today!!!

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Look What Came, Today!!!
Look What Came, Today!!!

I got a diamond dot sorting case!!!

It’s full of easy access trays and tools and label stickers (that correspond to DMC color numbers!)

I got it from the TikTok Store. It has 32 cases, but you can find ones that hold more. The outer case zippers closed. It comes in various patterns. Under $30 from Babu Fun Store on TikTok.

Oct11

Ahead of Schedule!

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Ahead of Schedule!
Ahead of Schedule!

The Wise Men are on their way! A couple more tweaks and they’ll be ready for sealing and framing. I really thought I’d be lucky to finish them by the Epiphany (Jan. 6.)

I have been obsessing over them, lately, working on it while watching tv with the husband. My light box made that possible. I will write about that in a separate post.

I saved the star for last, going all freestyle (not following the pattern.) I used clear and gold-colored rhinestones leftover from different projects. I used two shades of metallic gold dots I found at Michael’s.

I am very pleased, and will start looking for a frame. The finished piece is 35×35 cm, not quite 12×12”.

Sep28

Halfway!

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Halfway!
Halfway!

I am halfway through with my Wise Men diamond dot project!

I put the plastic cover back down and rolled over it repeatedly with my brayer.

This will insure the dots are secure when I’m working on the other side. I have even considered glazing the finished half. But then, I’d have to wait for it to dry!

Sep19

Still Carrying On

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Still Carrying On
Still Carrying On

I am still not feeling well, but I did go to the doctor on Thursday. I’m very glad to report that whatever I have is not covid nor the flu. I am watching You Tube and carrying on with my wisemen.

I managed to catch a little sparkle with my camera the other day.

I had the clear cover sheet on too and that may have had an effect on the angel of light entering the camera lens.

Sep12

New Dots!

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New Dots!
New Dots!

I started a new diamond dot project, today, or I should say, yesterday, because it’s 12:30am.

I chose a Christmas themed painting, so maybe I can finish it by Christmas (2029!)

This is what I call a “long haul” painting because every inch is covered with dots. My friend, Laura likes these types best. I prefer the printed designs that you embellish with rhinestone dots, especially some that are unique shapes and finishes. I’m starting at the bottom of this print. I’ll probably, then, move to the top, and save the camels and wise men for last.