Why This Reindeer Pendant Earns Its Place on Display
What the design does with a reindeer standing in profile with antlers held high, coat worked in layered strokes across the shoulder and haunch, breath suggested by a soft mist at the muzzle is the point, and warm fawn and chestnut with deep brown shading against a cold winter blue is where the colour settles. A wintry and gentle piece, in the plain sense. Reindeer imagery suits the quieter side of Christmas decor — it works long past December because the animal carries no ornament overhead. It fits a family that treats decorating as a shared ritual. Designed for Christmas displays and mantel styling, it holds up as decor rather than as something you finish and put in a drawer. Reference GH012-7. The antlers are the finest line work on the canvas, and following them across the tines is what makes the piece read as drawn rather than filled That is what keeps the piece legible from across the room.
reindeer imagery suits the quieter side of Christmas decor — it works long past December because the animal carries no ornament overhead. In Christmas displays and mantel styling the piece stands apart from the ordinary without asking to be noticed.
A DOTZSO pendant kit is designed so the process is restful and the result is ready for the door or the tree. Box contents run to the printed pendant blank, DOTZSO resin drills, a tray, a comfort-grip pen, a wax caddy, a ribbon loop and a pictorial reference sheet.
Built to be rehung rather than discarded, the pendant pairs a rigid blank with a fully seated and sealed surface.
Full drill across the blank keeps the finish consistent from centre to rim.
Specifications
| Product Type | Crystal Art Hanging Pendant Kit |
| Designed By | DOTZSO |
| Reference | GH012-7 |
| Design | Reindeer |
| Format | Crystal art hanging pendant |
| Hanging | Ribbon loop included |
| Drill Type | DOTZSO signature resin drills, round |
| Coverage | Full drill |
| Use | Indoor — door, tree or shelf display |
| Canvas Guide | Printed symbols and colour key |
| Colour Palette | warm fawn and chestnut with deep brown shading against a cold winter blue |
What’s in the Box
- 1 × printed pendant blank
- 1 × hanging ribbon loop
- DOTZSO signature resin drills, sorted by colour (with extra drills included)
- Diamond painting tray
- Comfort-grip applicator pen
- Wax caddy
- Pictorial step-by-step instructions
How to Make It
- Lay the printed pendant blank flat and let it settle before starting.
- Find the legend strip and match the first symbol to its drill colour.
- Press the pen tip into the wax caddy, then touch it to a drill – the drill lifts and stays on the tip.
- Set the drill onto the matching printed symbol and press lightly. Work one colour block at a time around the blank.
- Continue until the face is covered, then press the finished surface flat with a book to seat every drill.
- Attach the ribbon loop once the surface is sealed, then hang the piece.
Work through it gradually, then hang the finished piece where it catches the light.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Reindeer hanging pendant kit complete without further purchases?
Yes. The Reindeer hanging pendant kit ships complete with the ribbon loop ready to attach, so the piece can hang as soon as the surface is sealed, plus the DOTZSO resin drills, tray, applicator pen, wax caddy and pictorial instructions. Nothing else needs sourcing. Reference GH012-7.
Is the Reindeer hanging pendant kit tough enough for a busy household?
Once the drills are seated and the surface is sealed, the Reindeer design holds under normal use. It is built for indoor use; a covered porch is fine, and the sealing step is the single biggest factor in how long the finish lasts. The bond across the Reindeer face is consistent throughout.
Is the Reindeer design easy to keep presentable?
Dust with a dry, soft brush; keep it out of prolonged direct sun and rain — the adhesive layer under the drills is not built for a soak. For the Reindeer palette, warm fawn and chestnut tones show dust less than pale grounds, so a light pass is usually enough. There is no special product needed for the Reindeer surface.
Is the Reindeer hanging pendant kit evenly drilled across the face?
The face is drilled across the whole blank, so the finished piece has complete coverage without bare board showing. The Reindeer artwork is drawn so that a reindeer standing in profile with antlers held high reads clearly at any distance. Every part of the Reindeer design is worked.
Is the Reindeer hanging pendant kit a big time commitment?
Roughly one to two evenings for most people, depending on the size of the blank. The Reindeer design is wintry and gentle, which tends to make it easier to work in short sessions. It suits a routine of half an hour at a time.
Is the Reindeer project a good introduction to diamond painting?
Yes. The symbol key is printed directly on the pendant blank and the pictorial instructions walk through the whole process, so no prior diamond painting experience is needed. The Reindeer layout is wintry and gentle, which helps on a first attempt. All the essentials come in the box.
David B. (verified owner) –
So much prettier in person once you get it up in a window. Gave a few as holiday gifts and they were a big hit. The drill coverage near the hanging hole is a little sparse. Would order again despite the small issues.
Denise J. –
Bought it for a rainy weekend and it was exactly what I needed. Glue coverage was even, no dry patches anywhere. Looks lovely hanging in the front window. Instructions were pretty minimal, though there are plenty of tutorials online. Happy enough that I’d buy another.
Wyatt T. (verified owner) –
Hung this in the kitchen window and it catches the light beautifully. Very pleased with how it came together. Only small gripe is that a few drills had little burrs on them. Minor things, but I’d still buy it again.
Ravi B. (verified owner) –
Second time ordering this style, still happy with it. There were extra drills left over in every color when I finished. Nice to have something that gets me off my phone for a while. The wax ran out before I finished and I had to use my own. I put one in the window over the sink, it makes washing up nicer. I’d recommend it with that one note.
Andrew F. (verified owner) –
This arrived in perfect condition, nothing bent or spilled. Looks lovely hanging in the front window. The drill coverage near the hanging hole is a little sparse. Would order again despite the small issues.
Audrey Maldonado (verified owner) –
I have one hanging by the back door and it makes me smile every day. The colors are vivid when the sun comes through. The hanging string it comes with is a bit short. I gave these as gifts and everyone was delighted. Minor quibbles aside, I’d buy it again.
Dwight Giles (verified owner) –
I have one hanging by the back door and it makes me smile every day. It’s light enough not to pull on the curtain rod. The tray included is on the small side. It’s the kind of hobby that makes an evening feel well spent. A solid purchase with a couple of notes.
Betty L. (verified owner) –
I made these as winter ornaments and they looked lovely on the tree. If you like holiday designs, this is a good one to go for. Drill colors are well separated, no squinting to tell two shades apart. Great as a small thank-you gift. It’s lighter than I expected, moves a lot in a draft. Overall a good experience.
Audrey Waller (verified owner) –
Lightweight and easy to hang, which I appreciated. Colors are vivid when the sun comes through them. The pen that came with it is a bit flimsy, I swapped in my own. It’s easy to pick up and put down, which suits my schedule. Made these for my craft group and everyone loved theirs. Happy with it, with a few caveats.
Franklin Ochoa (verified owner) –
I’m not usually a craft person, but this one converted me. Packaging was tidy and nothing had spilled in transit. The drills are bright and consistent in size, no weird off-color batches. The adhesive picked up a bit of dust while I was working over several days. The pace of it suits me — no pressure, no deadline. A really satisfying project from start to finish. Good enough that I’d buy another.
Nathaniel Owens (verified owner) –
I needed a screen-free hobby and this fit the bill. The acrylic is clear and lets a lot of light through. Really calming, repetitive work, and satisfying when a section is finished. It’s light enough that a draft moves it around. Hung one in my office window and it cheers up the space. Worth it despite the small things.
NanaMakesGifts (verified owner) –
A sweet project that makes the room feel warmer. Colors are vivid when the sun comes through them. I picked it up whenever I had a spare twenty minutes. A couple of the darker shades were hard to tell apart. It holds up to a close look, which matters more than I expected. Good enough that I’d buy another.
NeighborhoodCraftClub (verified owner) –
My sister got me into these and this is my latest one. The drills are bright and consistent in size, no weird off-color batches. Instructions were pretty minimal, though there are plenty of tutorials online. It’s a slow, quiet hobby and I like that about it. Good enough that I’d buy another.
Nicholas Petersen (verified owner) –
These are lovely little pieces – delicate but not flimsy. It hangs nicely and doesn’t spin around too much. Symbols on the chart are printed clearly enough to follow without guessing. I worked on this with my mother and we both got absorbed in it. The holiday palette works really well with the design. One edge needed a light sanding. This one might be my favorite finish yet. Overall happy, just a few small things.
Kristina Holland (verified owner) –
This looks beautiful in the window. Lightweight but the acrylic doesn’t feel brittle. The coverage near the hanging hole is slightly sparse. Finished piece looks even better in person than in the listing photos. Happy with it, with a few caveats.
Elijah Fisher (verified owner) –
Made a few for gifts and kept one for myself. The drills have a nice sparkle to them, not dull or flat. I keep it by my chair and pick it up whenever I have a few minutes. One edge needed a light sanding. Still a solid purchase.
Renee Daniels (verified owner) –
Bought a few to hang along the porch. It’s in the kitchen window and brightens the whole room. One edge was slightly rough before I sanded it. Overall happy, just a few small things.
Marilyn Jennings (verified owner) –
Bought this for my mom and she hung it immediately. The drills have a nice sparkle to them, not dull or flat. The drill coverage near the hanging hole is a little sparse. The morning light through it is lovely. Still worth it overall.
Heather H. (verified owner) –
I have one hanging by the back door and it makes me smile every day. The drills came in labeled bags, which made sorting painless. Glue coverage was even, no dry patches anywhere. The wax ran out before I finished and I had to use my own. It’s a lovely quiet hobby, and I like having something to show for it at the end. The colors work beautifully with the room. Minor things, but I’d still buy it again.
Teri Williamson (verified owner) –
I put one in every window in the front room. Lightweight but the acrylic doesn’t feel brittle. It’s a good way to slow down at the end of the day. I hung several along the porch and they look wonderful. Only small gripe is that a few drills had little burrs on them. Good enough that I’d buy another.
Cynthia Rowe (verified owner) –
Bought this for my mom and she hung it immediately. It’s in the kitchen window and brightens the whole room. The drill coverage near the hanging hole is a little sparse. Good enough that I’d buy another.
Lyle Crawford (verified owner) –
Bought this to brighten up a dull kitchen window. The finish is smooth and catches light from every angle. It’s a calm, repetitive hobby and that’s exactly what I wanted. The festive motif makes it feel special. It makes washing dishes a little nicer. A few drills had rough edges that needed picking off. Small issues, but nothing that would stop me ordering again.
Monica Leach (verified owner) –
I’ve done a handful of these now and this one is up there with the best. The edges are smooth, no sharp bits. The backing held up fine and didn’t peel anywhere. The hanging string is a little short. Surprisingly calming, even for someone with a short attention span. I’m really proud of how it turned out. Worth it despite the small things.
Wei J. (verified owner) –
So glad I added this one to my cart. Looks lovely hanging in the front window. Some colors came with barely any extras, though I didn’t run out. Good kit overall, just a couple of small things.
Willa Booth (verified owner) –
Ordered this for a quiet weekend and it delivered. Light enough that it won’t strain a curtain rod. The sparkle on these drills is genuinely nice. I worked on this with my mother and we both got absorbed in it. Took a bit longer to arrive than I expected. I’ll be buying more from this shop. The festive artwork comes together beautifully as you work. A solid purchase with a couple of notes.
Lillie Epps (verified owner) –
Bought a few to hang along the porch. The finish is even across the whole piece. One edge was slightly rough before I sanded it. I found the whole thing very easy to settle into. Happy with it, with one small caveat.
Veronica Franklin (verified owner) –
The sunlight through the drills is gorgeous in the morning. Colors are distinct enough that I never mixed two shades up. I like having something mindful to do that doesn’t need a screen. The finished piece gets compliments from everyone who visits. The drill coverage near the hanging hole is a little sparse. Still a good kit overall.
Wei Boyd (verified owner) –
Really charming little project with a big payoff. It hangs straight without twisting to one side. It hangs by the back door and gets noticed by everyone. One edge needed a light sanding. Still a good kit overall.
PrincipalCrafts (verified owner) –
So much prettier in person once you get it up in a window. If this style appeals to you, it delivers. I’ll be ordering from this shop again. The adhesive picked up a bit of dust while I was working over several days. Happy with it, with a few caveats.