Some fun things to do over the weekend would be:
Find a drive in near you and go! My boyfriend and I do this once a month when they have good movies playing. You usually get 2-3 movies for $5-$10 bucks. Check to see if their snack bar is open because if it’s not you can usually bring snacks for a cheap price.
Grill out at the park! My boyfriend and I have a state park 30 minutes from us and the picnic areas face the lake. We buy some charcoal, beyond meat, tin foil and head out and have an afternoon full of board games and good food.
Secondhand bookstore. I am not sure if you are a reader, but I love getting lost in secondhand bookstores! Finding books on my to read list, finding meaningful inscriptions...it is so much fun. If you have someone that you are seeing you can always play the three for you, three for me game where you pick the other persons “top three” that they would have to read. I always love seeing what my boyfriend picks for me.
Paint! You can get something like this. You paint the numbers the colors it says and you come up with an amazing painting! I have tried this once (with some adult beverages) and thought it was a lot of fun!
I loved your addition of doing something good for someone this weekend. By advice for your contest in the future would be maybe include some things you already like to do for some inspiration. Hope you have a fun weekend!
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I believe it is called release paper and you can buy it on amazon. Ex: https://www.amazon.com/Painting-Replacement-Double-Sided-Non-Stick-Accessories/dp/B08FQSY87M/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1K5B3U8YXRPDY&dchild=1&keywords=diamond+painting+release+paper&qid=1614260981&sprefix=diamond+painting+relea%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-1
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I believe you can also use parchment paper (NOT WAX PAPER).
Absolutely! I bought mine about a year ago so it looks like the price has gone up a bit but it’s still super affordable! This is my personal favorite brand https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014YI1HA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I'm just scared of doing multiple colors sometimes, but I guess if I do two colors that are very different I'll be okay. I've been working like you, from most color to least, and so far it's been ok. This one is: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HNWFZLZ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I use these. They work well and were relatively inexpensive compared to 3d printed trays
3pcs Large Diamond Painting Tray - Huacan Diamond Art Accessories and Tools Kits for Adults https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KYFJY8H/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_MRBVGXWMRQ344XS1T675?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
It is release paper from Amazon. I forget exactly whoch size I bought, but here's an example: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FQSY87M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_i_TMW5XRSM0421KT32J167 it is reusable and works very well. The ones I have on this painting are a little beat up because it fell behind my couch for a night by accident.
I use release papers that I found on Amazon and get rid of the plastic sheet. I add stickers to the sheets to make me smile.
Here’s the release papers. 200 Pieces Diamond Painting... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FQSY87M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I also have cut the clear cover with an exacto knife but I can’t cut straight to save my soul AND I’ve gotten the wrong side down on the canvas before.
Agreed about bigger tray. I bought this set and it’s been a game changer for me, plus the edges aren’t angled so I can’t easily knock it or push on it and flip it over.
Thank you! 🥰 I started out with this one but PBNs from Amazon can be super sketch and I got lucky because it was a really good quality painting. I’d suggest you start with one from Michael’s or Hobby Lobby, that way you know it’ll be good and if you have issues you can return and/or replace it easier!
Thank you! This is from Dimensions and I got it from Amazon. Good luck to you.
Dimensions 91357 Needlecrafts Paintworks Paint By Number, Adirondack Evening https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0014YI1HA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_31S3QXB39RKZC9FYNV0J?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Amazon! DIY 5D Diamond Painting Number Kits, Painting Cross Stitch Full Drill Crystal Rhinestone Embroidery Pictures Arts Craft for Home Wall Decor Gift (14X20 inch)M282 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0852LK5XL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_h5vMFbF5HW0JS
it looks like all of them but the stag are from this set. Its one of the first ones I added to my wishlist when I decided this was a thing I was going to try.
Favorite thing in my list $10 and below has to be a diamond painting kit. I have been wanting to do one for awhile and I’m almost done with my pusheen cross stitch I put together for my daughter. Since I’m almost done with the cross stitch it would be the perfect time to try a diamond painting 🙂
The diamond painting I picked is a beautiful multi-colored moon behind a tree.
5D Diamond Painting by Number Kit, Bright Moon Full Drill Embroidery Cross Stitch Picture Supplies Arts Craft Wall Sticker Decor 11.8x15.8 inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HNWFZLZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ucfmFbG715YBS
I am so sorry. I know how that feels. You get so frustrated because you can't change things, and then you start blaming yourself, even if you tried your best or it is just something you know you can't change. I think journaling would really help you. When nothing seems to help I know writing it out seems to lift a weight off of my shoulders. It can feel so heavy carrying all the guilt, resentment, and negativity.
Here is a really pretty and calming diamond painting https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HNWFZLZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jbofFbASNRA9M
Just always remember, you are stronger than you think and you are amazing!!!