Did you just finish a diamond painting? 

First of all—congratulations, my friend! 🎉My sister and I always say that the moment you set the final diamond is pure magic. But the big question is: what do I do with it now?

We've loved diamond paintings for years, speaking with thousands of others online and offline. So, we've compiled six tips (with plenty of real-life examples) to ensure your masterpiece continues to shine—whether it's hanging on your wall, given as a gift, or finding a brand new home.

1. Display Your Masterpiece

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🎉Framing

A classic choice. A good frame instantly makes your work look like high-end art. I once framed a seascape for a restaurant—and suddenly, guests thought it was a gallery print! My sister, Jade, prefers a rustic wooden frame for her florals.

🎉Mounting with Foam Board

If you're on a budget, foam board is a great solution. We often use foam board for our paintings—it's lightweight, sturdy, and can be placed on a shelf. Plus, kids can help with this DIY step!

🎉Create a Gallery Wall

Nothing shows off your diamond artist's pride like a wall filled with your own work. Mix and match your diamond paintings with family or travel photos. My sister's hallway has become a little "diamond museum" that everyone who visits stops to admire.

🎉Seasonal Display

Think of seasonal fun! For Halloween, we put up jack-o'-lantern diamond paintings. For Christmas, we rotate diamond Christmas tree paintings in the living room. In the summer, we hang ocean- or beach-themed pieces. It creates a fresh, festive atmosphere year-round.

2. Protect and Preserve (Keep Your Artwork Sparkling for Years)

🎉Seal with Mod Podge or Spray

If you're worried about the diamonds fading, sealing is the best option. I spray my work with acrylic sealant, while my sister Jade recommends a thin coat of Mod Podge. Both methods preserve the work's luster.

🎉Dust Protection (Glass or Clear Cover)

Paintings framed in glass covers stay dust-free and easy to clean. This is especially useful if you have curious pets or children!

🎉Portfolio Storage

For unfinished works, store them in an art portfolio. We keep a large A3 folder in our closet—it's like a photo album of our past work.

🎉Foamboard Interlayers

When traveling or moving, we sandwich our paintings between foam boards and tape the edges to prevent them from bending. I learned this trick the hard way after a canvas got wrinkled in my suitcase.

3. Creative Reuse: Give Your Diamonds a New Life

🎉Ornaments and Cards

Holiday ornaments made from leftover beads are so adorable. We made star-shaped Christmas charms and sparkly Valentine's Day cards—friends always ask us where we bought them.

🎉Everyday Decor (Picture Frames, Vases, Boxes)

Add a touch of sparkle to plain objects. My sister Jade decorated a secondhand jewelry box with leftover blue beads—it now looks like a masterpiece.

🎉Jewelry and Phone Cases

DIY earrings or a sparkly phone case? Sure. But be warned: they're a great way to spark conversation—you'll get compliments from strangers!

🎉Customized Storage Boxes

A crafter on Reddit transformed a finished canvas into a hinged storage box. We tried decorating it with an ocean motif, and now it can be used to store spare drill bits—both practical and functional.

4. Share Joy: Gifts and Donations

🎉Gifts for Friends and Family

The charm of handmade gifts varies.  for Mother’s Day, we gave Mom a funny thumbs-up diamond painting which means awesome—she laughed and was touched at the same time.

🎉Donate to a Center

Schools, senior centers, and hospitals often welcome colorful artwork. Imagine brightening a dull hallway with your creation—like sending a ray of sunshine.

🎉Community Swaps

Some crafters host local swaps or Facebook groups. Donate one, get one—a fun way to connect and keep creating.

5. Sell or Trade: Let Your Art Travel

🎉Sell on Etsy or eBay

If your painting is flawless, why not list it for sale? A friend of mine sold hers to a buyer in another state within a week. Extra pocket money + someone admiring your work = a win-win. But be aware that some paintings may be copyrighted, which may not be legal.

🎉Local Craft Fairs

Set up a stall at a weekend market. We've sold smaller framed paintings for $25 to $40—they sell out quickly.

🎉Social Media Marketplace

Facebook Marketplace or Instagram Stories are also great ways to quickly find local buyers. Just take a good photo in natural light.

6. Go Digital: Preserve Memories Forever

🎉Photography and Archiving

Even if you're giving it as a gift or selling it, take a high-quality photo. We keep a "diamond painting album" on Google Photos—it's fun to look through our past work.

🎉Online Gallery

Post your work on Pinterest or Instagram. Sharing your work can inspire other crafters—and sometimes even lead to new creations.

🎉Memory Book 

Print photos of your finished work into a small book. Think of it as a yearbook of your crafting journey—little notes about dates and projects.

Conclusion

Every finished diamond painting is the product of hours of painstaking effort and a lot of dedication. Whether you frame it, give it away, sell it, or repurpose it—remember, there's no "right" way to do it. What matters most is that it continues to bring joy.

As two sisters who have been engaged in diamond painting together for years, we can tell you: sparkle never fades. It simply finds new ways to sparkle. ✨