r/diamondpainting • u/Kind_Difference6829 • Jan 19 '26

Tips / Tricks / Tools Honest advice

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Im pretty new to this but I've fallen in love with it already. I've done a few round projects and I've just started working on my first square canvas (a cheapie to practice before I get some better quality ones). I dont have any bought tools but I am looking to at least upgrade my pen. Im curious as to whether I should invest in a straightener. I like to single place and I dont think that'll change. I'll include a pic for reference on my work. I feel like they're pretty good, but I realize we can be blind to our own weaknesses. Thanks!

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u/butterfly68za Jan 19 '26

I am more meticulous in placing drills, single placer, being said, I haven't needed a straightener. In the event one drill does get placed wrongly, I just lift it and replace it, cause trying to move it once placed, is a mission and is not always a successful move, depending on the type of "glue" they have used on the canvas.