Create sparkling wall art, gifts and decor with our 5D diamond art kits — also widely known in the UK as crystal art kits. Every set includes a pre-printed adhesive canvas, colour-sorted resin diamonds, applicator pen, wax and tray — everything you need to start straight away. Choose from full drill and partial drill designs in a huge range of themes and sizes, all with fast free UK delivery.

What Is 5D Diamond Art (Crystal Art)?

Diamond art — also known as diamond painting or crystal art, the name used by several major UK craft retailers — is a relaxing craft where tiny faceted resin diamonds are placed onto a colour-coded sticky canvas to build up a shimmering mosaic image. The "5D" refers to the multi-faceted diamonds that catch the light from every angle, giving 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 needed.

Full Drill vs Partial Drill Diamond Art Kits

Full drill kits cover the entire canvas in diamonds for maximum sparkle and are the most popular choice for wall art. Partial drill kits apply diamonds to selected areas of a printed design — quicker to finish and ideal for greeting cards, coasters and smaller 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 large full drill canvas.

Choosing Your First Diamond Art Kit

Start by picking a design you'll enjoy looking at every day — animals, landscapes, florals, Christmas scenes and abstract designs are all here. Beginners should choose a 30 x 30cm or 30 x 40cm canvas, which takes around 10–15 relaxing hours to complete. Experienced crafters can go large for a real statement piece. Every Syntego kit uses quality non-shed diamonds and a strong adhesive canvas, so your finished artwork stays sparkling for years.

Why Crafters Love Diamond Art

Diamond art — or crystal art — is one of the most popular mindful crafts in the UK — the repetitive, focused placing of diamonds is genuinely calming, and unlike many hobbies you finish with something beautiful to frame, hang or gift. It's suitable for adults and older children alike, making it a lovely shared activity too.

As a family-run UK craft supplier, we ship quickly from the UK and we're always happy to help you choose the right kit. Explore the full range below and add some sparkle to your next project.