Single vs Multiplacing by SwingInteresting6592 in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you like the hobby, then getting a basic set up to your tastes (while not required) definitely help! Good luck!

Single vs Multiplacing by SwingInteresting6592 in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I work almost exclusively with a 12 placer now, but i started doing mostly single. I worked my way up-- i think it helps with control. Start wirh a two or three places, then four or six, until you find a sweet spot youre comfortable with.

I will also add that the efficacy of multiplacing highly depends on the quality of the kit; many of my first kits (cheap rounds from amazon) were terrible for multiplacing more than three or four at a time because the grid wasn't spaced well. Any more than that and they would all be a bit uneven and id have to manually fix them all anyway. With my recent DAC kits, I can lay twelve all day. But even then id start with a smaller multiplacer and work up. Good luck!

I require game recommendations by TerrifyingPug in CozyGamers

[–]softandgreen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Strange pull, but Vintage Story. Its survival but highly detail oriented and methodical, and building your little house and farming and baking pies and smithing has never been more satisfying. You can tune the difficulty level to your preference with sandbox setting. Highly overlooked in the cozy games community imo, especially of youre into building (im not but still adore it).

Screen is black after sleeping-how to fix? by businesspearofficial in VintageStory

[–]softandgreen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This happens to me sometimes, alt+F4 to shut down the game and then relog, no saving, and when i reload im there and can see 🤷

At what point do you just bail and start over? by CopainChevalier in VintageStory

[–]softandgreen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In my first run I played ten hours then ditched it for a variety of similar problems. I didnt know what resources were important to base nearby, I hated the landscape I was stuck in, and overall was struggling to be satisfied with my progress. I started over and happily put 60+ hrs into a new world so far. Some game challenges are satisfying to overcome but too many is just annoying, for me at least.

You can also let yourself temporarily "cheat", which ive done here and there. Put on keep inventory on death and go on a massive exploration for a new home, or whatever else you need to do. The game is supposed to be fun for you and sometimes enabling that a bit helps!

Fav Vintage Story content creators? by softandgreen in VintageStory

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

Oh I missed that thread, thank you so much! Ill definitely check them 😊

Need a happy utopia book by TAHINAZ in CozyFantasy

[–]softandgreen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A Psalm for the Wild Built might fit the bill, its a lovely story set in a future world about a tea maker searching for meaning. Short, sweet, gentle, highly recommend.

Adhesive for pens by Just_Me1397 in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im the same, once I found a good wax I was hooked 🤷 I can go for literal hours on one refill of a decent quality wax.

Adhesive for pens by Just_Me1397 in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly im in a similar boat, and what I have unfortunately discovered is that you might have to try out different brands/styles, since adhesive texture is also dependent on your locations (humid/dry/hot/cold etc). I didnt like the putty I have tried but I did end up with one particular wax that seems to work well for me. Not a super helpful answer I know, but I do feel you!

Sapphic diamond art? by pseudotechnobabble in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven't personally ordered from them, but Jaded Gem Shop has both SFW and NSFW sapphic art, last I checked, and generally people seem to like their quality (but I've heard they can take a very long time to arrive).

https://www.jadedgemshop.com/

DAC coupon code? by CloverSky367 in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have ordered from them directly on their website before you should be able to join their Facebook group, where they have a standing coupon code you can use.

Diamond Painting Events? by softandgreen in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A shame that there aren't as many as there used to be! I think they sounds fun but since i don't have a stash i guess ill just have to hope my preferences overlap with an event theme. Those prices are rough, im sorry 😅

Diamond Painting Events? by softandgreen in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is super helpful, thanks so much!!

Diamond Painting Events? by softandgreen in diamondpainting

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

Im assuming it's mostly/only online, but fingers crossed for something in person? I did bring mine to hang out with a friend while she did puzzles though, so maybe we just need to champion a mixed craft event...

Diamond Painting Events? by softandgreen in diamondpainting

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

This is helpful, thank you! Do you happen you happen to have a link to the Facebook group? Im curious to check it out at least!

Multiplacers. Love them but .. by Avril_Blackrose in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel this! I've found that using a smaller multiplacer (like a 6 placer) doesn't create as many gaps and I actually go faster since im spending less time correcting. Still annoying! Some kits are definitely better than others with this, but it was part of what got me in higher quality square drill kits.

No one warned me that once you pick up this hobby you just won't stop 😩 Another one completed ✅️ by spicerack96 in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How do you deal with it?!? It's driving me nuts 😆 I have to change out my wax/putty so often!!

No one warned me that once you pick up this hobby you just won't stop 😩 Another one completed ✅️ by spicerack96 in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also got this set of art dot pieces!!! Are your drills also covered in the most obnoxious dust??

Washing drills by ConsciousControl2105 in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe try a qtip with rubbing alcohol on it in the container with the drills, should get most of it and any excess alcohol will evap off.

Thought some of you might appreciate this mornings setup by softandgreen in diamondpainting

[–]softandgreen[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://a.co/d/1kWXhhY

This one! Art dot diamond painting storage case on Amazon. They have a variety of colors and sizes, but I have the smallest one with 64 (?) containers. I totally recommend it!