Create sparkling wall art, heartfelt gifts, and beautiful home décor with our complete range of 5D diamond art kits — also widely known in the UK as crystal art kits or diamond painting kits. Every kit includes a pre-printed adhesive canvas, colour-coded resin rhinestones, applicator pen, wax pad, and sorting tray — everything you need to start straight away. Choose from full drill and partial drill designs across a huge range of themes, sizes, and occasions, all with fast free UK delivery on orders over £10.

What Is 5D Diamond Art?

Diamond art — also called diamond painting or crystal art (the name used by several major UK craft retailers) — is a relaxing, mindful craft where tiny faceted resin rhinestones are placed onto a colour-coded sticky canvas to build up a shimmering mosaic image. The “5D” refers to the multi-faceted cut of each diamond, which catches the light from every angle and gives your finished piece far more sparkle than a flat print. It combines the simplicity of paint by numbers with the satisfying detail of cross stitch — no artistic skill or prior experience needed.

Full Drill vs Partial Drill Diamond Art Kits

Full drill kits cover the entire canvas in rhinestones for maximum sparkle — the most popular choice for framed wall art. Partial drill kits apply diamonds to selected areas of a printed design, making them quicker to complete and ideal for greeting cards, keyrings, and smaller decorative projects. If you’re new to diamond art or crystal art, a smaller partial drill design is a great way to learn the technique before taking on a larger full drill canvas.

What Themes and Sizes Are Available?

Our collection includes over 140 designs across a wide range of themes and canvas sizes:

• Animals & pets — dogs, cats, horses, birds, and wildlife
• Landscapes & nature — trees, beaches, boats, sunsets, and countryside scenes
• Florals — roses, sunflowers, peonies, and botanical designs
• Christmas & festive — Santa, reindeer, winter cottages, and seasonal scenes
• Abstract & celestial — moons, rainbows, and bohemian designs
• Portraits & cultural — figurative and decorative portrait designs

Canvas sizes range from compact 20cm × 20cm starter kits to larger 40cm × 30cm statement pieces, with free UK delivery on orders over £10.

Choosing Your First Diamond Art Kit

Start by picking a design you’ll enjoy looking at every day. Beginners should choose a 30cm × 30cm or 30cm × 40cm canvas, which takes around 8–15 relaxing hours to complete. Experienced crafters can go larger for a real statement piece. Every Syntego kit uses quality non-shed rhinestones and a strong adhesive canvas, so your finished artwork stays sparkling for years. For step-by-step guidance, tips, and inspiration, visit our Sparkle & Craft blog.

Why Crafters Love Diamond Art

Diamond art — or crystal art — is one of the most popular mindful crafts in the UK, and it’s easy to see why. The gentle, repetitive rhythm of placing each rhinestone draws your full attention into the moment, making it a wonderful way to switch off from the noise of daily life and give your mind a proper rest. Many crafters find it a genuinely absorbing distraction — the kind of focused, purposeful activity that leaves you feeling calm and satisfied rather than drained. The precise hand movements involved are also a lovely way to keep fingers nimble and fine motor skills sharp, something that becomes ever more enjoyable and worthwhile as we get older. And unlike many hobbies, you always finish with something beautiful to frame, hang, or gift. Suitable for adults and older children (14+), it’s a wonderful shared activity across generations — a screen-free hobby with a sparkling, lasting result.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any experience to start diamond painting?
No — every kit includes a numbered canvas and full instructions. If you can follow a colour-by-number guide, you can complete a diamond art kit.

What’s included in each kit?
Every kit includes a pre-printed adhesive canvas, a full set of colour-coded resin rhinestones, a diamond applicator pen, a wax pad, and a sorting tray. No frame is included — standard-sized frames are widely available in most home and craft stores.

Are these kits suitable for children?
Diamond art kits contain small rhinestones and are not suitable for children under 14 years due to choking hazard. They make a wonderful craft for teenagers and adults of all ages.

How long does a diamond painting take to complete?
A 20cm × 20cm canvas typically takes 4–8 hours; a 30cm × 30cm canvas around 8–15 hours; and a 40cm × 30cm canvas around 10–20 hours. Most crafters dip in and out over several evenings.

Do you offer free UK delivery?
Yes — free UK delivery on all orders over £10. Orders are dispatched quickly from our UK warehouse.

Why Choose Syntego?

Syntego is a trusted UK craft supplier with over 20 years of experience. We stock genuine, consistent diamond art kits with quality non-shed rhinestones and strong adhesive canvases — no nasty surprises when you open the box. Fast UK dispatch, free delivery over £10, and a friendly team always happy to help you choose the right kit. Explore the full range below and add some sparkle to your next project.