10 Best Christmas Diamond Painting Kits for Holiday Gifts in 2026

By the Diamond Art Marketplace Team · Last updated: July 2026 · 8 min read

Christmas diamond painting kits are 5D craft kits that combine festive holiday imagery with the meditative, hands-on hobby of diamond painting — placing faceted resin diamond drills onto a pre-printed adhesive canvas to create a sparkling, mosaic-style decoration or gift. The Christmas diamond painting category has grown 340% in search volume since 2018, and with over 370 designs available at Diamond Art Marketplace, it's the largest seasonal collection we offer. Here are the 10 best Christmas diamond painting kits for 2026, selected for design appeal, gifting value, and crafter satisfaction.

Why Christmas Diamond Painting Kits Make the Best Holiday Gifts

Christmas diamond painting kits give the recipient two gifts in one: the meditative pleasure of 6-20 hours of crafting activity and a finished piece of sparkling art to display each holiday season. According to Google Trends, "diamond painting" searches peak annually in November and December, with Christmas-themed designs accounting for roughly 35% of all seasonal diamond art searches. At $14.99 per kit, they offer one of the highest value-per-dollar gift formats available in the craft category.

Every Diamond Art Marketplace kit includes double-sided adhesive canvas, premium 5D resin diamond drills with 20% extra per colour, a stylus, wax pad, sorting tray, and full-colour legend. No drawing skill or prior craft experience is needed — a beginner can place drills confidently within 15 minutes of opening the kit.

See our full Christmas diamond painting gift guide for the complete seasonal collection.

1. Christmas Tree Pug Diamond Art Kit

This top-selling Christmas design combines two universally loved subjects — pugs and holiday trees — in a single, high-contrast portrait. The bold green of the Christmas tree against the dog's warm coat creates clear colour sections that fill quickly, making this an excellent first project for a beginner giftee. Available in Standard, AB, and Fairy Dust drills from 20×20 cm to 120×120 cm. $14.99 View kit →

2. Santa Hat Pug Puppy Diamond Art Kit

A perennial best-seller in our Christmas collection, this festive puppy portrait with a bright red Santa hat and rich holiday colour palette creates one of the most striking finished pieces in the category. The red and white sections are clearly defined and satisfying to complete. Available in AB drills for an extra sparkle that captures the holiday lights effect. $14.99 View kit →

3. Christmas Arch And Presents Biewer Terrier Diamond Art Kit

A charming holiday arch design featuring wrapped presents and a Biewer Terrier under a festive archway. The warm, rich colour palette and balanced composition make this a standout gift for dog lovers who want a personalised Christmas decoration they can frame and display year after year. $14.99 View kit →

4. Christmas Arch Cocker Spaniel Diamond Art Kit

This elegant holiday arch design features a Cocker Spaniel surrounded by Christmas greenery and presents. The detailed fur texture and soft festive palette make it a rewarding project for experienced crafters and a beautiful gift for spaniel owners. $14.99 View kit →

5. Christmas Arch Westie Diamond Art Kit

A West Highland White Terrier in a festive holiday arch setting — the white fur against the dark background creates exceptional contrast that makes this design fill quickly and look spectacular when complete. One of our most popular Christmas breed-specific designs. $14.99 View kit →

6. Christmas Arch And Presents Boerboel Diamond Art Kit

A unique breed portrait featuring a Boerboel in a Christmas arch setting. The large, clearly defined sections make this design accessible for crafters of all levels, while the finished piece makes a distinctive, conversation-starting wall decoration. $14.99 View kit →

7. AB Diamond Options for Christmas Kits

Aurora Borealis (AB) diamond drills are especially popular for Christmas diamond painting kits. The iridescent interference coating — which shifts between gold, green, red, and blue depending on the viewing angle — perfectly mimics the effect of twinkling Christmas lights on a finished painting. All Christmas kits offer AB, Fairy Dust, and Standard drill options at checkout. For a deeper explanation of AB diamonds, see our AB diamond guide.

8. What Size Christmas Diamond Painting Kit Should You Buy?

Size selection depends on the recipient's experience level and available time. A 25×25 cm kit (roughly 8,500 drills) takes 3-5 hours and is ideal for first-time crafters. A 30×30 cm kit (12,000 drills) takes 5-8 hours and makes a more substantial finished piece. For experienced crafters, 40×40 cm and above produces a detailed, gallery-quality result. All Diamond Art Marketplace kits are available from 20×20 cm to 120×120 cm, with the same design available across sizes.

9. When to Order Christmas Diamond Painting Kits

For kits up to 40×40 cm, order by early November to allow comfortable completion time before Christmas. For larger kits, order in October. All orders ship within 3 business days, with US delivery in 10-15 days via USPS. Free shipping on orders over $75. Every order includes US-based customer support and 30-day returns, sale items included.

10. How to Frame and Display a Finished Christmas Diamond Painting

A completed Christmas diamond painting should be framed under glass for long-term preservation — the glass provides UV protection that prevents the canvas adhesive from yellowing over multiple holiday seasons. For a floating frame effect, stretch the completed canvas over a foam board and frame without glass, applying a thin coat of water-based matte sealer to lock the drills permanently. See our complete sealing guide for step-by-step instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best-selling Christmas diamond painting kit?

Our Christmas Tree Pug and Santa Hat Pug Puppy designs are consistently the top-selling Christmas kits each year, driven by the combination of a beloved breed subject with the festive holiday theme. Pug-related designs account for approximately 15% of our annual Christmas collection sales.

Can I get a custom Christmas diamond painting kit?

While we don't offer custom photo-to-diamond-painting conversion at this time, our 370+ Christmas designs cover nearly every festive subject category. If you're looking for a specific breed or subject, check our Christmas collection or contact our support team at DiamondArtMarketplace@gmail.com — we add new designs regularly and may have what you're looking for.

How long does it take to complete a Christmas diamond painting?

A 25×25 cm Christmas kit takes 3-5 hours, a 30×30 cm takes 5-8 hours, and a 40×40 cm kit takes 12-20 hours. Larger kits produce more detailed results but require more time commitment. All kits include 20% extra drills per colour to account for any lost or misplaced diamonds during the crafting process.

Are Christmas diamond painting kits good gifts for non-crafters?

Yes — diamond painting requires no prior artistic skill and is often described as "paint by numbers with sparkly gems." The instructional pamphlet included in every kit explains the process in simple steps, and most first-time crafters feel confident within 15 minutes. It's a gift that introduces someone to a new hobby rather than feeding an existing one.

What is the difference between AB and Standard diamond drills for Christmas kits?

Standard drills are clear, faceted resin diamonds that reflect light evenly. AB (Aurora Borealis) drills have an additional metallic interference coating that creates a rainbow shimmer effect, ideal for Christmas designs where the recipient wants the finished painting to capture the feeling of twinkling holiday lights. Standard drills are better for traditional, classic-looking finished pieces. Both are available on every Christmas design.

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