Make a Reusable Stencil with Cricut & Apply to Wood Signs & Towels!
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Have you ever made something you really loved and thought to yourself, I wish there was an easy way to replicate that without having to start from scratch. OR maybe you sell your crafts and you’ve wondered if there was an easier way to make the design in bulk to save time. Well I have some great news, there is! And I’m going to show you exactly how to do it by making a reusable stencil with Cricut!
The secret to being able to replicate your designs without having to start from scratch is a little tool called a reusable stencil. You can cut your favorite design once or even cut a few of your favorites all at the same time and then reuse the DIY stencils over and over again to make beautiful things and gorgeous home decor! And the best part is, you can use the stencil on all sorts of blanks: wood signs, tea towels, t-shirts, tote bags, you name it! And did I mention how big of a time-saver this is? Seriously, this is a must for every craft lover!
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MATERIALS LIST (contains my affiliate links):
View my Amazon shopping list with the exact items we used to make this custom stencils project at www.amazon.com/shop/jennifer....
* Craft Plastic (.007 thick) - amzn.to/3BKgQcu
* Krylon Easy-Tack Repositionable Spray - amzn.to/3AWJze3
* Wood Board/Sign - amzn.to/3zOFEyE
* White Flat Flour Sack Embroidery/Craft Towels - amzn.to/3ojs04t
* Fabric Paint - Assorted Colors - amzn.to/3oeSzYC
* Chalk Paint - I used Black, White, Grotto (Teal), Imperial (Red) , Java, Irish, Parisian Grey, Summer Porch (Yellow) - you can use acrylic paint instead if you prefer
* Mod Podge Matte - amzn.to/3j8RgHm
* Dawn Dish Soap - amzn.to/3nLQ7Id
* A way to cut your stencil material - I used the amazing Cricut Maker but you can also use the Cricut Maker 3, Cricut Explore 3, Cricut Explore Air, or Cricut Joy machines -- see jennifermaker.com/which-cricu...
* Cricut Green StandardGrip Mat OR Cricut Purple StrongGrip Mat
* Brayer
* Cricut XL Scraper
* Small Paint Brush - amzn.to/2Z1VuJN
* Round Foam Brushes - amzn.to/3DOGTQU
* Baby Wipes
* Paint Tray (Optional) - amzn.to/3mXvYO1
* Butcher Paper (To Protect Work Area)
* Painter’s Tape (Optional)
* Gloves
* Kitchen Timer (Optional). - amzn.to/3FptEqr
* Stencil fonts (Optional)
* Design # 349 - My free stencil designs SVG/DXF/PDFs are available in my free resource library - get the password by filling out the form at the bottom of this page
* My free SVG cut file (available in my free resource library at jennifermaker.com/library )
Topics covered in this video:
00:00 - Make a Reusable Stencil with Cricut
01:31 - Supplies & Tools
03:54 - Prepare Your Wood Sign
04:57 - Get Free Stencil Design SVG Files
05:32 - (Learn How to Upload SVG Files to Cricut Design Space)
06:00 - Prepare Reusable Stencil Designs
11:37 - Create a Custom Material Setting & Cut Your Design
14:26 - Use Reusable Stencils on Wood Blank or Tea Towel
14:38 - Important Safety Info
16:07 - Tip: Getting the Best Painting Results
19:32 - Closing Notes and Link to More Information
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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my child!)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer Marx on Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K cameras
Design: A Jennifer Maker original! - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
Hi Jennifer, All I can say is Wow. I have watched perhaps 5 or so of your videos now and not only are they amazing in regard to teaching, instruction, and production values but I've realized that there is something bigger to you. You remind me of some titanic figures: Richard Proennecke, Sir David Attenborough, Bob Ross, Julia Child, and of course Mr. Rogers. All of these people brought their viewers on journeys of discovery and learning. When I watched each one of them, I felt as though he or she were talking directly to me and that I was special, that there was nothing else in the world that I should be doing but listening and learning at that moment and for however long I watched. You also achieve this with a genuine thoughtful approach and a kindness that makes it through the TH-cam screen. Jennifer Maker comes at very important moment in our time. During this time of uncertainty with parents stretched so thinly, stressed, concerned and afraid, and with families suffering the effects of school lock down, so many children have been left adrift in a sea of instability. I wonder if you would ever consider creating some short videos for Children? I remember when I would watch Mr. Rogers as a child. I was held captivated by his kind demeanor and the short adventures that he would bring me on to meet new people and characters on his show. Tying my sneakers was monumental but Mr. Rogers helped me. Mr. Rogers provided a safe haven for children. Mr. Rogers was on my side. I think that you could do the same. He had his icon red sweater and blue sneakers, you have your wonderful aprons - I have noticed them! Anyway, what do I know, but I think that if you made a craft video for children (something as simple as cutting out paper figures with little girl/boy scissors), with your kind hearted narration.... well, I think that you would become as important as Mr. Rogers. And I think that you would break the Internet. I wish you all the success in the world and I will be watching more of your videos. Thank you for all you do!
Jamie, I am humbled by your comment! What a sweet and thoughtful thing to write to me. THANK YOU!
I also adored Mister Rogers and when I first began making videos here on TH-cam a little over three years ago, he was the first thought in my head and I looked to his own programs for inspiration. He was likely the first person who taught me in this way as a child (ie, a broadcast video), which is why I thought of him when it was my turn to teach others in a similar way. TH-cam is today's PBS in many ways. :)
And while I have thought many times of specifically teaching children, I continue to choose to primarily teach adults instead. But I try to teach and guide the INNER CHILD in adults. I don't say this out loud, but this indeed is my focus. Adults are just big kids, after all, and in many ways I am just as careful in how I teach adults as I would be with how I teach kids -- using intentional, non-confusing words and techniques that are clear and easy to understand and learn, and full of positive messages.
And as it turns out, children also watch my videos and I love that. I've met many children who watch my channel -- I met one just the other day and it was such a treat! And because I am already talking to the inner child in adults in my videos, I also think this makes me able to talk to children like I would talk to an adult and give them the same respect they deserve.
Thank you again, Jamie, for the wonderful note! And thank you for watching my videos! It brings me great joy to know I am helping others do more, be more, and craft a life they love.
Wow, your ‘counters’ tip is amazing! I made earrings following the Maker Academy Weekend instructions and just last night while making the gift tag I had to carefully place the counters from the letter B. Now I learned how to prevent that going forward. Thanks so much!!
Thanks for watching!
as a husband of a crafting wife thank you, it was so easy to figure it out with you help, I'm making stencils for my yard signs. thank you.
Wonderful! I'm so happy I could help! 😊🌻
Very helpful, thank you! I appreciate the time you take to explain all the steps.
Thank you for this information! The custom cut information about how to set it correctly is going to save a lot of frustration I'm sure! And creating the custom cut tab will save me from trying to remember how to set it anytime I want to cut a new stencil!
You are so welcome! 💜
I've just started following you and you've really eased my mind and made me feel more confident when wanting to try things on my Cricut. Your tutorials are amazing!
Thanks so much!
Thank you ao much, I was looking for a way to make the reusable stencils. Thanks to your tutorial you saved me all of the time and cost of the trial and error process.
God Bless you, Keep doing what your doing!
Thank you so much! 😃
I bought my Cricut over a year ago and am still trying to figure it out. Finding all your videos has been such a blessing, Thank you.
Here is the place to stratify you are having trouble. makeracademy.com/cricutkickoff/
I knew it!!!! That I never make mistake in choosing and purchasing your book as my guide to learn how to use my Cricut Explorer. Thank you so much for very gentle teaching. God bless you always for sharing your great ideas!
You are so welcome! 💜 Thank you!
You are amazing!! I purchased the same materials you used and watched this tutorial and executed all the steps and I have successfully created my first stencil!! Thank you so so much!!
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This is where those packs of paint palettes from Dollar Tree come in handy.I was using a heated stencil cutter to make custom stencils. This method with a Cricut is a lot quicker. Thanks for the tutorial Jennifer!
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Thanks so much for your generosity and detailed tutorials Mrs. Maker🥰
Thanks for watching!
All my grands have gone home now. I'm so excited to sit here and watch this video and learn exactly how to do this! WOOHOO!!!!!
You're going to have SO much fun!! Happy Holidays! 😊🌻
I can't wait for this tutorial! This is something I have wanted to try since I bought my Explore!!!
Awesome!! Thanks for watching! 😊🌻
This has definitely helped me! I'm going to also use this method on my glass etchings :) TYSVM for all of your tutorials and all that you do. You are a BLESSING!
Oh good, I'm so glad to hear! And thank you for the kind words! 💗
I always wanted to learn how to make a reusable stencil! Thank you sooo much 🤗
Thanks for watching!
Wow! I cannot wait to do this! Thank you so much!!!
Thank you for all you and your team do for us to learn all these amazing crafts🌻❤🌻❤🌻❤🌻
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Just love everything you do. Your tutorials make it easy.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks so much for your awesome videos and designs!! I have alot of blank stencil sheets from quilting, I am going to give one of them a try. Happy Holidays!
Thanks so much Jennifer, I ave used so many of your videos to get me going with my cricut maker. You are so clear and step by step, and so very useful.
You are so welcome! Thank you!
THANK YOU for this video!! I was wondering how to make stencils and ah, the craft plastic! You are AMAZING!!
Glad it was helpful!💗
Thank you so much for this GREAT tutorial. Awesome. Right to the point and very easy to follow!!! I am in the process of purchasing a Cricket to create reusable stencils, so this has been very helpful. So happy I came across your channel!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Oh so helpful!! No more "counters" falling out!! Thank you!!
Happy to help!
Awesome idea I was working with the vinyl but it's time-consuming and I need something a bit straightforward on the garment. Now, I am going to trial and error with a drawing design I converted to an svg. Thank you!
Thank you for this tutorial💕 I definitely learned a lot and look forward to creating my own stencils!!!
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What a great video. Always thought there SHOULD be a way to create a reusable stencil. Thank you!!!!
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Excellent tips, thank you Jennifer Maker.
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❤️❤️❤️These are beautiful! Excited to try these! 😊
Glad you like them!
Thanks for the tip about how to deal with counter letters in stencils. That was a big help!!
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I just got cricut maker 3 gifted to me by my husband and i am still learning to use it 😅 happy to be part of your subscribers ❤
Oh how fun! What a great gift! I'm so glad you are tuning in! ❤️
This was a great tutorial. Learned so much. For now I only have the Joy but with the money I spend on stencils maybe I need to upgrade!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks a lot Jennifer - I can't wait to try this method
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A great video as usual!!! Thank you Jennifer!
Thank you so much! 🌸
Such great info…clear, concise but all tested…appreciate ya!
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Wonderful teacher. Your voice makes it easy!
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I am new to circuit. You are a great teacher. Thank you.🇨🇦❤
Aw! Thank you so much! I'm so happy you're here crafting with us! 😊🌻
Learning some new skills…thank you Jennifer😃
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Love all your videos. You alway make it so easy to understand.
Thank you so much for watching!
I so need this! Can't wait for this!
Glad to hear that! 😃
Lol I just got my Cricut yesterday. And you have got me wanting to do so many projects. Lol I’m over whelmed. I do not have Svgs File. Hopefully when I get to that point I can figure that out! Thanks so much for being so inspirational! 😊. Love the videos and please don’t stop. I am sure you have taught so many out of there doubts. And that’s where I am and again I haven’t even powered it up. Haha. James Barlow!
You can do it! Here is the place to start! We have a free series of online classes that show you how to set up and begin creating with your machine as a new Cricut owner! Here's the link to sign up: makeracademy.com/cricutkickoff 💜
I've been trying to figure out a way to do that! You are right on time. I so hope my local Hobby Lobby stocks that special plastic. THANK YOU SO MUCH! 😊
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Love these signs.
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You really rocked this one! Thank you! Marti
So glad you enjoyed it! 💗
Jennifer This was an awesome video I am so glad I found you Cannot wait to practice. You really explained this excellently!!!!! I will be definitely following you!!!!!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for following me! 😃❤️
Thank you for doing this tutorial!
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Love your videos very easy to follow thank you for all you do for us beginners😃
Glad you like them! I'm so happy you're crafting with us! 😊🌻
Love the towels!
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Thank you so much for sharing so much :) Love it!!
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I loved this Tutorial!! So informative
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Jennifer, you are an amazing teacher. Thank you so much for taking your time to explain the process and for providing step by step instructions on how to make the project simple. I have a Silhouette so the machine cutting technic didn't help, but I was able to get the idea of how the process goes. I was wondering if you could provide guidance on what type of flexible , reusable vinyl I can use for glass etching to be designed and cut in my silhouette. Thank you again for being such an amazing instructor and for providing such detailed and great videos. Love it
I use permanent vinyl but it is not reusable. Here is a one of my tutorials on etching. jennifermaker.com/how-to-etch-glass-vinyl-cricut/
Thanks for another wonderful tutorial.
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Thank you, so much for these awesome tips.
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Loved this video. Thank you💕💕
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Thank You, this tutorial was very informative and enjoyable
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This was such a great video. Thank you for sharing.
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So informative! Thank you!
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Thank you Jennifer, you nake this look easy to do
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THANK YOU for this! You are a genius 💕💕💕💕
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Great job. Excellent teacher
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Great tutorial! Thank you
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Thanks for another great tutorial
My pleasure!💗
Can't wait to try and make some of these
Have fun! 💗
Thanks for another great tutorial. I am learning so many new things with this series. Now I just need to have some time!
You are so welcome! I'm so happy you're here crafting with us! 😊🌻
i feel you everyday i am learning some things but cant start cant find some free time
Another great video! Thank you
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Very informative on making stencils!
Glad it was helpful for you! ❤️
Great tutorial!!! Thank you!! 😆💖
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I’m looking forward to this, I hope it works on my Explorer Air 2! 🤞🤞
Finally the video I wanted to see. Thank you
You are so welcome!
I am going to use the monogam on some glasses with vinyl thank you for sharing once again😀
Oh good, have fun! 💗
I’ll have to give this a try!
You totally should! 😊🌻
Can’t wait to try this
Thanks for watching!
Newbie here ✌️and enjoying everything you create “Merry Christmas”
I'm so happy we've inspired you! Happy holidays! 😊🌻
Can't wait to do my first stencil.
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So cool. Thank you.
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Thank you so much for making this video. Well done. Now I just have to figure out how to apply this to barn quilt design SVG files I have purchased. not so easy I know, but at least I have a place to start now.
You are so welcome!
I am THANKFUL YOU check all the types of things and we can take your advice! ❤️
I'm so glad!
Thank you, Jennifer.
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Yay! More fun!
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Hi Jennifer! Thank you for another wonderful tutorial! I only have a Cricut Explore 2. Can I use Explore and just adjust the pressure to 350 x 4 (which you did), will this work? Or does this only work for Cricut Maker? Thank you in advance!
Such good information!
Glad it was helpful!💗
I love your tutorials! You are amazing! I have never heard of Craft Plastic, I guess I can find it at any hobby store or Amazon? Thank you so much!
You are so welcome!
Thanks for the video love it
Glad you enjoyed it💗
I can’t wait to purchase the craft plastic sheets!!
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Thanks a lot had no clue on how to do Take care
Glad to help 😊🌻
Great tutorial!
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Thank you! Again!!!
You are so welcome!
Hello Jennifer. I haven't been able to watch your videos for a few days. I had a 2 day craft show event. Now I can check out what I missed and catch up.
Awesome! I hope you did well at your craft show! 💜
Thanks great video.
Thanks for watching!
Great tutorial. Just wondering if you seal the sign for outdoor use?
Have ordered supplies for this!
Yay! Have fun! 💗
Thank you for the great directions. I have been wanting to make stencils so I was glad to see this!
Glad it was helpful!
I love your channel
Thank you, Dana!
thank you!
You're welcome!
What a smart idea.
Thank you for watching!
I love you, Jennifer but following this video ruined a brand new green Cricut mat.I loved the tips on custom material setting but will never use this setting again. I wound up trying several settings and followed a few videos but What worked for me was deep blade on Transparency material-default setting with 1 pass with purple mat. Didn’t even leave any marks on my mat. Still a huge fan and you will always be the first place I go for tutorials.
Oh no!
great idea
Glad you think so!💗
Great video! Thank you! Two quick questions: 1) I watched the single use vinyl stencil video also. In that one, you seemed to paint the modpoge on the open spaces that would eventually get my paint. In this one, it looked like you started the same way, but on the big M in the middle and maybe some other leaves, maybe you only did the perimeter of the open spaces? Or it might be an illusion as modpodge was drying. 2) I'm going to use the stencil on one of those wood slice ornaments (over and over for party favors) not the kind with bark edges, just the simpler ones. Will I need to apply that tacky spray every time? Any other tips for doing a whole bunch of something? TIA!!