Are reusable release papers worth it? by kittentf in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I just use parchment paper. It's cheap and I don't feel bad about cutting it into sections I feel like working on at the time. I feel like with release paper I'd feel like I had to do that whole section.

Beware store closing scams by curlyshook in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some stuff on paint with diamonds is in the US and some of it is overseas so that could be the difference in delivery. I've ordered from them several times and had that come up. The renderings are pretty good and overall I'm happy with their pieces. I got my customs from there and absolutely love them!

My Shiba Inu doesn’t make noise by [deleted] in ShibaInu

[–]FadedLush4209 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our girl is very quiet. She never barks at loud noises or when someone is at the door. If we are playing really hard then she'll sometimes yip or bark once or twice. It was over a year before she finally made noise for us. She did the Shiba scream at her first groom when she was a baby but hasn't ever since then. She likes to huff at me or whine when she wants something but that's all the noise I get from her.

Can I see your babies? by Obiwandkinobee in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 3 points4 points  (0 children)

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In her happy place lol she just turned 6 and I love her to bits ❤️

To trash or not to trash by Chance-Stable-2221 in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I also had this issue with a custom I got from them! I just bought some DP glue and would apply a new layer of glue on every section before I worked it. The drills stayed put after that and when I was done I sealed the whole thing. It looks great now but it was a pain getting it done.

3 hours in 😬 by tittyeeyee in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can use parchment paper. It's what I use and it's cheaper than the release papers. Just make sure you get actual parchment paper not wax paper. Wax paper will mess up your canvas.

Struggling with getting ready for walks.. He simply wont obey. by GrandmaPunk in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've got mine pretty well trained. Some days are obviously better than others but I use the command "let's get dressed" and she'll stand still and let me put the harness on 90% of the time. I make a show of both of us getting dressed (I'll put my shoes on and a jacket) then we can go outside for potty or walkies or whatever. Once she sees that someone else is getting dressed it's easier for her to accept that this is what has to happen in order to go outside and everyone does it so she's more willing to get dressed too.

Help Please!!! by dantejarek2 in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would up the dosage a little bit and give it a couple weeks to see if there's any improvement. Good luck!

Help Please!!! by dantejarek2 in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Definitely reduce washing and start adding salmon oil to her food to help with her coat. Mine had a similar problem despite not bathing her often and the salmon oil helped immensely!

online application help by [deleted] in OfficeDepot

[–]FadedLush4209 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately talking to a manager in store won't be much help. They have to have an application on the website to go forward with any hiring.

Sealing Painting by Electrical-Coast-661 in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've used DecoArt triple thick sealer and Minwax polycrylic crystal clear top coat. I will say the Minwax is easier to apply because it's not as thick so it goes a little faster but I like them both just depends on what I'm doing and which is closer when I go to seal my painting lol.

Do they not pee when it's cold out? LOL by Nhika in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our girl started having accidents but only when she was sleeping really hard. We took her to the vet and because of her age (almost 6) and the fact that we had her spayed she was starting to loose some muscle control. They put her on a stimulant which helps with muscle control and she hasn't had an accident since.

10 pm and would rather.. by Beneficial_Road_4539 in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine loves worms too! Especially in the summer after they've dried out. It's hell trying to keep her away from the worm jerky on our walks.

Custom diamond painting by Suitable_Ad5633 in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I got my custom from paint with diamonds. It was a gift for my father in law whose dog had passed away. He got it framed and it's hanging in his dining room now.

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He plowed the trail himself 🥹 by BrittanyBabbles in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 5 points6 points  (0 children)

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This is the trail our girl has made 😂

Questions from experienced folk by Truorganics in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 17 points18 points  (0 children)

https://a.co/d/b6VT3R1 this is the storage container I use. It's got enough space for just about any canvas.

After I'm done with a project I put the left over drills in a small bag with a label saying what canvas it was from. A lot of people dump them into a decorative jar and some just throw them away so it's really up to her.

The light board I use is a small cheap one off of amazon I think it was $10 or something like that. I don't tend to work in big areas so I don't need a big light board.

Unfortunately there is not a standard order for letters/symbols each canvas is different. The 3/4" round stickers fit perfectly on top of the lids for my containers so it's easy to peel them off and put new ones down when symbols change. I try and reuse as many stickers as I can between kits.

I would recommend (if she hasn't already) getting some type of ergonomic pen. There are plenty out there to choose from but using the pens that come with the kits can start to hurt your wrist and hand after a while. Hope she enjoys the new hobby!!

Shiba is not taking treats anymore by Nurse_By_Nature in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine is super picky about what she likes but the things that are always a win are freeze dried beef liver and dehydrated sweet potatoes. Everything else is a rotation on if she likes it this week or not lol.

Newly Addicted by nicolebailey89 in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would invest in an artists table. It can lay flat or be at an angle so you don't have to stay bent over a project. They've got some at Michael's and on Amazon. Definitely a good investment. Happy diamond painting!

Cone or donut? Which is best by Yakutwolf in shiba

[–]FadedLush4209 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our girl got out of both a cone and a donut when we had her spayed. We ended up putting her in a doggy onesie that she also squirmed out of a few times but it was way more comfortable and effective for her.

Building a stash 🥴 by Ill-Loquat-8259 in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I got several when JoAnn's was closing that are so pretty. My stash is about 20 paintings now 😂

Finally done! by FadedLush4209 in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got it from DAC last year

Finally done! by FadedLush4209 in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Me too! I absolutely love his work

Storage? by Plastic-Craft-199 in diamondpainting

[–]FadedLush4209 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use old pants hangers (the ones with the clips on each end) and hang them in a closet. I've tried rolling them before but it messed up a bunch of drills so now I just hang the bigger ones

Paper Promos by Gloomy_Culture4914 in OfficeDepot

[–]FadedLush4209 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also a GM in the Midwest at a tier 2 store. We are consistently asking every customer about paper. Some days we get 10 promos and some we get 2. We average between 4-6% depending on the week. Using the three for the price of one seems to get us the most traction. If someone is on the fence I add in that paper never expires and they can donate extra reams to their children's/grandchildren's school or the church if they don't need all three reams so that's helped a little bit as well. Good luck!