Best video I've seen. Good detail, great technique, and good quality video. Not trying to sell me anything, no annoying music, and not showing me your pet.
Hi. Thanks for the tips. I haven’t an artistic bone in my 62 yr old body, but I do like to sew…I recently discovered stencils to embellish some of the bags I make. It’s been amazing to find I can do this! But any help I can get is most welcome. Cheers from England xxx
Great tutorial! I'll be stenciling two Adirondack chairs I painted a few weeks ago. I'll be using exterior acrylic paint so it won't be as thick. But I'll be mindful of dry brush (less is better) technique. All great points, learned a lot and I'm ready now to start my project. Let the stenciling begin!😊
Thanks for the helpful "how to" and "what not to do" pointers. I feel much better prepared now to have my first stenciling project be a successful one. Much appreciated!
That was really helpful! Thank you!! My first stencil came out like a blob, so I had to look up how to do it. I surely did all the mistakes I possibly could make....
Im a amateur artist that had the same idea...I follow you because you are inspiring!!! I hope and pray to have my own stencil business as well... just have to find my way...
Thanks so much, very important step 0 is use quality stencil 1 products not printed paper stencils. I’ve been doing this for years and really never thought not to use spray paint. Now I understand why my stencils are always so sloppy. Thanks again for the tips.
Great tips for stenciling! Thanks for sharing. What is the best way to clean the paint from your brushes, stencils and sponges before storing them? 🎨🖌️🤔❓
@@mlabash the black Brushes that you see in my video are semi created but discontinued, but I do sell some decent brushes on my website which is stencil1.com
Thank you for clear, concise tips delivered without a bunch of mindless jabbering...😁 Now, I seem to always be trying to stencil PART of a vertical surface with stencils that are bigger than the area I want to stencil... So I'm thinking I need 5o practice the dry brush techniques... Layering, and maybe get the repositionable "spray" adhesive. I bought some adhesive for stencils that has a sponge -like applicator and that was a bit of a shyt show. Well, I guess I'm learning..😂😂😂 if I get better that is. Sigh. Good tips!
Thank you. Im building a cabinet for the wife, trying to put the kids names on it and found out a stencil isn't just slap and brush the hard way. Im starting over and buying a new brush for it lol.
Good day, THANK YOU, the best about perfect stenciling I have seen. Do you have to prime raw wood before stenciling? I searched to find a video about stenciling with modeling paste but I didn't find, do you have one? If not, will you please consider doing one PLEASE? Thank you in advance for your effort, help and reply.
@@Amah-Lady it is not a must to prime Wood before you stencil it. It really just depends on how you want it to look. I do have some videos on modeling paste. Also referred to as molding paste.
Do you use baby wipes to clean your stencils? How about your brushes? How do you clean your materials used could have been a great idea for #10. Absolutely love this tutorial and now I know how to use my stencils for bullet journal! Thank you!!!
@@nildaluzrodriguez I missed this comment so I apologize for the delay in replying, but I washed my stencils with a spray soap and a sponge or sometimes a wet paper towel. When I’m at Event and I don’t have a sink I do use wipes for my brushes, rinse them and clean them with sponges and then let them soak a little more and clean them againagain, dish soap
@@kpr20001 I apologize for the late reply to your inquiry. That sounds like you were going to do a dusk scenery with an animal silhouette in black so you can paint the background maybe some pinks and purples and then the deer is in silhouette at nightfall usually don’t give suggestions and let the artist think of some thing, but that’s just what came to mind!
Thank you for the tips! I def did everything wrong 🤣🤦🏾♀️ but now I'm on the right track! Great work! May GOD continue to bless you in JESUS name amen! 🙏🏾🙌🏾✝️
I use a hair dryer to quickly dry layers in minutes! I don’t use MP - I use paint to stencil. I do use quality decoupage product for other collage art etc
I currently use the stencil brushes. I saw a lady using makeup wedges! So I want to try that and see how it works! When I'm doing letters I noticed that I always have to have a fine tipped paint brush to smooth the edges out. Maybe I'm a little heavy handed when tapping my brush on the stencil? Anyways, Thank you for the video:-)
Thanks! I use makeup wedges when I use specialty inks and my stencils, nice even look. With pointy letter shapes go light on the paint and try swirling motion - practice to see best way, it will happen!
Oh, I buy mini brands and I have seen that some brands. I truly liked have diminished in quality so I am not certain about a brand that is best, but do you want that brush to have a flat head and when you pull at the bristles they don’t come out, I also have noticed that the shorter the bristles are the better. I hope this helps.
@@stencil1 Sometimes that actually can warp or melt even the most expensive stencils. I "schmurdered" a painting that I worked SO hard on.....even when at a distance on low heat.
Thank you for the good advices! I would like to ask about modeling paste before you use the paint on the painting, you didn't do that, is the adhesive spray instead of using the paste?
I am not sure if I understand but to clarify, you can use a low tack adhesive spray to hold the stencil down while painting. Modeling paste on the other hand is something like plaster, and you can spread it over a stencil to create dimensional looks.
Can I put a stencil on top of a dried but painted surface without damaging the already painted but fully dried objects if I spray the recommeneded glue on the stencil?
If the surface has dried for a few days it should be ok. The low tack spray adhesive is not that sticky. You must also be aware of taping the stencil with painters tape, sometimes tape can pull fresh paint off a wall so I always wait 4-5 days and test an area.
If you used a low tack spray adhesive the best thing that breaks down that type of glue is an orange solvent some thing like goo gone or other orange cleaners
Oh, if you buy the right spray adhesive, it will not stick to any clothing or leave any residue. And to wash it off of the stencil is a little trickier, but sometimes orange oil cleaners will work.
I have tried many, we sell some good basic ones on our website Stencil1.com I like to feel brushes in the art stores for ones that don’t shed and are firm
You can definitely use spray paint with our stencils! The only thing is they will be harder to clean but it is very fun to use spray paint with our stencils
@@stencil1 Thanks for the info, I guess if maybe you get clean the stencil pretty fast it might be easier. I just bought some lunar paste, it is amazing on stencils. :)
It would have been nicer if you had shown what the techniques look like on an actual stencil. Showing us the different ways to put the paint on the brush. I don’t find very helpful. Without seeing it working the way you’re describing.
constructive-to the point-informative demonstration. Thank you for not wasting my time with rambling. Well done.
Finally, someone showing the dry brush stenciling, how it was originally done, thank you.
Best video I've seen. Good detail, great technique, and good quality video. Not trying to sell me anything, no annoying music, and not showing me your pet.
Haha thanks, I try to keep it simple and informative !
YES! Thank you for not adding music! Why do people do that? It's SO annoying and such a distraction.
We're brand new to stencilling, to create some items for tradeshows - total newbies. Your video was exactly what we needed. Thank you!
actually dome brushes work So much Better than flat
I think they do too...
I am so glad that I ran across this! Great tips! I am so glad I didn't start my project until I viewed this. I also bought my brushes!
Hi. Thanks for the tips. I haven’t an artistic bone in my 62 yr old body, but I do like to sew…I recently discovered stencils to embellish some of the bags I make. It’s been amazing to find I can do this! But any help I can get is most welcome. Cheers from England xxx
Great tutorial! I'll be stenciling two Adirondack chairs I painted a few weeks ago. I'll be using exterior acrylic paint so it won't be as thick. But I'll be mindful of dry brush (less is better) technique.
All great points, learned a lot and I'm ready now to start my project. Let the stenciling begin!😊
Would love to see the chairs! Please send to @stencil1 on Instagram
Thank you for getting right to the point. I truly appreciate it.
Thankyou. Best tutorial out there for stencils. I was about to give up.
Thanks, Ed. A really helpful demonstration.
Thanks for the helpful "how to" and "what not to do" pointers. I feel much better prepared now to have my first stenciling project be a successful one. Much appreciated!
That was really helpful! Thank you!! My first stencil came out like a blob, so I had to look up how to do it. I surely did all the mistakes I possibly could make....
Glad it was helpful!
Im a amateur artist that had the same idea...I follow you because you are inspiring!!! I hope and pray to have my own stencil business as well... just have to find my way...
Good luck! 👍🏻
Amazing, so simple, can't wait to start stenciling
Thanks so much, very important step 0 is use quality stencil 1 products not printed paper stencils. I’ve been doing this for years and really never thought not to use spray paint. Now I understand why my stencils are always so sloppy. Thanks again for the tips.
Great video to perfect your stenciling projects. Thanks!
Great tips for stenciling! Thanks for sharing. What is the best way to clean the paint from your brushes, stencils and sponges before storing them? 🎨🖌️🤔❓
Love these tips. I miss being able to decorate with stencils. Thanks for the great tips as these work on cardstock and in card making, also.
Fantastic advice, wonderfully clear video. I was wondering where you got your brushes from. Haven't been able to find ones like that online. Thanks!
@@mlabash the black Brushes that you see in my video are semi created but discontinued, but I do sell some decent brushes on my website which is stencil1.com
You've reignited my desire to stencil!
Very informative tips... thank you!
awesome advice, thanks a million - best regards from Zürich, Switzerland
My pleasure!
Thank you for this. You have no idea how much you've helped me.
Awesome tutorial ! Thank you!
You are welcome!
Great tips I have been doing mine wrong water had been my enemy.
Thanks for your video😊
Thank you for clear, concise tips delivered without a bunch of mindless jabbering...😁
Now, I seem to always be trying to stencil PART of a vertical surface with stencils that are bigger than the area I want to stencil... So I'm thinking I need 5o practice the dry brush techniques... Layering, and maybe get the repositionable "spray" adhesive. I bought some adhesive for stencils that has a sponge -like applicator and that was a bit of a shyt show. Well, I guess I'm learning..😂😂😂 if I get better that is. Sigh.
Good tips!
Very nice guidance
Thank you. Im building a cabinet for the wife, trying to put the kids names on it and found out a stencil isn't just slap and brush the hard way. Im starting over and buying a new brush for it lol.
Good day,
THANK YOU, the best about perfect stenciling I have seen.
Do you have to prime raw wood before stenciling?
I searched to find a video about stenciling with modeling paste but I didn't find, do you have one? If not, will you please consider doing one PLEASE?
Thank you in advance for your effort, help and reply.
@@Amah-Lady it is not a must to prime Wood before you stencil it. It really just depends on how you want it to look. I do have some videos on modeling paste. Also referred to as molding paste.
Thank you for your wonderful and informative video. I'm very excited to go to the next step and I will be watching all your videos that appear. 🌺🌻🤗
Fabulous tips. THANKYOU
Do you use baby wipes to clean your stencils? How about your brushes? How do you clean your materials used could have been a great idea for #10. Absolutely love this tutorial and now I know how to use my stencils for bullet journal! Thank you!!!
@@nildaluzrodriguez I missed this comment so I apologize for the delay in replying, but I washed my stencils with a spray soap and a sponge or sometimes a wet paper towel. When I’m at Event and I don’t have a sink I do use wipes for my brushes, rinse them and clean them with sponges and then let them soak a little more and clean them againagain, dish soap
@stencil1 thank you for that information!! Where could I find out about events?
Great vid, really informative and helpful!
so helpful! thanks for the tips.
Thank you for the tips. Everything you said not to do, I was doing,
Glad I could help!
Thank you! What are your recommendations to do stencils on painted basement walls?
Are they Sheetrock ? Brick? Concrete?
Some very handy information, thanks for sharing this with us 😊
What brand spray adhesive you recommend? Aleenes was very globby and the spots stayed on my project after removing the stencil!
This was awesome! Thank you! You really helped me because today I violated 4 of those rules and was ready to walk away. I will give this a try.
hi ty its nice to be organized and will help. How do you wash off the adhesives off the fabric after finished? ty i appreciate.
If you spray lightly with a repositionable adhesive, it will not leave glue on the fabric
Great tips. I have a picture I'm wanting to do. A dear & mountains. I want to do a color background with stencil in black. Any ideas? Thanks
@@kpr20001 I apologize for the late reply to your inquiry. That sounds like you were going to do a dusk scenery with an animal silhouette in black so you can paint the background maybe some pinks and purples and then the deer is in silhouette at nightfall usually don’t give suggestions and let the artist think of some thing, but that’s just what came to mind!
Great video, thank you
Really useful video thanks alot
Do you have a specific brand of paint that you use? If so, could you share it. I hate waisting money. Thank you
And how do you remove the spray adhesive?
To remove the adhesive I have used an orange oil based cleanser, soap and water won’t do it
Very nice! Great tips! Thank you
Great video! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for the tips! I def did everything wrong 🤣🤦🏾♀️ but now I'm on the right track! Great work! May GOD continue to bless you in JESUS name amen! 🙏🏾🙌🏾✝️
Excellent tips thank you for the tips!
What is typical dry time between layers? I noted you don't use Mod Podge,any reason why not? I 3njoyed your logical and patient demonstration.
I use a hair dryer to quickly dry layers in minutes! I don’t use MP - I use paint to stencil. I do use quality decoupage product for other collage art etc
@@stencil1 thank you for clarification. Makes a lot of sense.
Very helpful tips. Thank you!
What's the no.5 ...? What's that sprey called couldn't understand?
low tack spray adhesive on our site stencil1.com
Thanks for the tips!!!
I’ve seen so many how tos on stencil ling and yours is by far the very best one! Thank you 😊
Wow you made my day! I’m glad you liked the video!
@@stencil1 😊
@@stencil1 how about getting those sharp lines/details using stencil on a curved surface? (Terracotta planter)
Very useful. Many thanks
You are welcome
That was a great tip
Can these kind if stencils,be used with pencils or common pens? Please?
@@greekveteran2715 yea
Great video man, very helpful and succinct. Thanks for the tips. 🙏
I currently use the stencil brushes. I saw a lady using makeup wedges! So I want to try that and see how it works! When I'm doing letters I noticed that I always have to have a fine tipped paint brush to smooth the edges out. Maybe I'm a little heavy handed when tapping my brush on the stencil? Anyways, Thank you for the video:-)
Thanks! I use makeup wedges when I use specialty inks and my stencils, nice even look. With pointy letter shapes go light on the paint and try swirling motion - practice to see best way, it will happen!
Thanks, great video
@stencil1 how about getting those sharp details with stencil on a curved surface? (Terracotta planter)
For that I would use low tack spray adhesive on the back and tape it down in sections, slowly doing area by area
what brand of brushes are the best for stencils
Oh, I buy mini brands and I have seen that some brands. I truly liked have diminished in quality so I am not certain about a brand that is best, but do you want that brush to have a flat head and when you pull at the bristles they don’t come out, I also have noticed that the shorter the bristles are the better. I hope this helps.
Great Video!
Very nice job. So how long do you wait to dry in between layering coats ?
Are use a hairdryer to dry my layers, so that just takes like one to two minutes
@@stencil1 Sometimes that actually can warp or melt even the most expensive stencils. I "schmurdered" a painting that I worked SO hard on.....even when at a distance on low heat.
@@pagalmasala I am talking about drying the paint once you lift the stencil, not putting heat or drying the stencil itself
Very useful tips👌
Thank you for the good advices!
I would like to ask about modeling paste before you use the paint on the painting, you didn't do that, is the adhesive spray instead of using the paste?
I am not sure if I understand but to clarify, you can use a low tack adhesive spray to hold the stencil down while painting. Modeling paste on the other hand is something like plaster, and you can spread it over a stencil to create dimensional looks.
Can I put a stencil on top of a dried but painted surface without damaging the already painted but fully dried objects if I spray the recommeneded glue on the stencil?
If the surface has dried for a few days it should be ok. The low tack spray adhesive is not that sticky. You must also be aware of taping the stencil with painters tape, sometimes tape can pull fresh paint off a wall so I always wait 4-5 days and test an area.
@@stencil1 Thank you!
How do you make your own stencils?
How do you clean the stencil after you spray the back???
If you used a low tack spray adhesive the best thing that breaks down that type of glue is an orange solvent some thing like goo gone or other orange cleaners
@@stencil1 thank you
How do you get the glue off..
I asked him that too.🤔
Oh, if you buy the right spray adhesive, it will not stick to any clothing or leave any residue. And to wash it off of the stencil is a little trickier, but sometimes orange oil cleaners will work.
Glass is a great idea! Less waste.
What paint do you use please? Is it waterbased acrylic paint
I use specialty fabric paint for t-shirts, water based acrylics for art/crafts
Informative! Thanks!
Nice 👍🏾
Which aclylic paint do you use? Thanks!
I don't have a favorite acrylic paint but here I am using Pebeo brand
Thanks so much!
Thank you!
Does this techniques work on a Canvas? Will the adhesive work on a canvas which is not something flat.
Works on canvas yes
Very helpful. Thank you
Any suggestions on brush brand?
I have tried many, we sell some good basic ones on our website Stencil1.com I like to feel brushes in the art stores for ones that don’t shed and are firm
What kind of spray u using ???
Repositionable scotch brand
What paint are you using?
Fabric paint
What about stenciling using paint spray cans? Can this be done?
You can definitely use spray paint with our stencils! The only thing is they will be harder to clean but it is very fun to use spray paint with our stencils
@@stencil1 Thanks for the info, I guess if maybe you get clean the stencil pretty fast it might be easier. I just bought some lunar paste, it is amazing on stencils. :)
you have a store in Brooklyn what is you location please
Just online at stencil1.com
I am a newbie to stenciling- This was an amazing video - Thanks ❤
Thanks for that! Glad it helps!
Thank you
Do you wash your stencils or no?
Yes soapy warm water and sponge the sooner the better
Another tip would be:
Remove the paint from the stencil...
Would you be so kind to share your opinion?
Nice point! We started with new stencils but great point to not let stencils cake up with old paint to keep the design clean. Guess we need tip 11!
@@stencil1 I am waiting... :-)
تحياتي : لو كتبت كلامك بنفس اللغة حتى يستطيع الجميع متابعة الدرس ! لو كانت الكتابة امامي لفهمت ما تقوله جيدا .
👍✌🤟
Hah! 30years ago I stenciled the top wall border of every bedroom in my home. Now? Lol can’t stencil a sign. WTF! Help
Haha what changed? You can do it!
Tip number 10 wash your stencils immediately after using them rather than taping them to the wall
How to stencil on clothes?
You never said clean your stencils
It would have been nicer if you had shown what the techniques look like on an actual stencil. Showing us the different ways to put the paint on the brush. I don’t find very helpful. Without seeing it working the way you’re describing.
You’re cute
Very helpful. Thank you