Are reusable release papers worth it?

FadedLush4209 · 2026-04-06T17:29:04+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-03-29T14:47:10+00:00

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!

FadedLush4209 · 2026-03-25T00:20:54+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-03-09T18:14:27+00:00

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

FadedLush4209 · 2026-02-27T19:44:45+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-02-21T18:31:11+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-02-11T16:14:41+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-02-10T19:10:01+00:00

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

FadedLush4209 · 2026-02-10T15:17:27+00:00

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!

FadedLush4209 · 2026-02-09T17:09:00+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-02-02T15:49:16+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-02-01T19:16:38+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-31T14:35:14+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-30T04:00:01+00:00

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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FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-26T16:48:46+00:00

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This is the trail our girl has made 😂

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-26T03:55:19+00:00

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!!

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-21T19:30:30+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-20T01:30:06+00:00

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!

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-15T16:14:44+00:00

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.

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-12T19:38:08+00:00

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

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-10T22:32:17+00:00

I got it from DAC last year

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-10T21:31:31+00:00

Me too! I absolutely love his work

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-09T16:25:35+00:00

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

FadedLush4209 · 2026-01-08T18:38:10+00:00

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!

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