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Stencils have been used for ages; they were made from leather, metal and oiled papers. The process has not changed over the years, and there are many variations on the basic technique that can be employed to create different effects.
Materials:Reference materialTracing paper Adhesive contact/shelf paper or .003 prepared clear acetate Xacto knife or utility knife Acrylic paint, textile pigments, or liquid watercolors, (Luma dye or Dr. Martins) Assorted fabrics and papers Jars for water and color mixing Spackling compound
Tools:Stencil brushesSponges Felt pad for surface to work on for fabric T pins or staple gun Fabric markers (optional) Colored pencils Sharpie (fine pt)
Directions:1. Gather reference material. 2. Trace or draw image onto tracing paper. 3. Trace images onto the acetate with the sharpie, or if using adhesive contact paper, transfer drawing to the contact paper by rubbing the back of the tracing with pencil then trace the image (face up) onto the contact paper. 4. Cut stencil with blade. 5. Mix colors to match color reference material. 6. Tape, pin or staple paper or fabric to work surface. 7. Tape or pin acetate stencil or peel adhesive contact paper stencil onto the paper or fabric. 8. Fill in shapes with stencil brushes, sponges, markers. 9. Impasto technique: mix spackling compound with the liquid watercolor and apply with a putty knife through the stencil. 10. Let dry, then remove stencil. 11. Iron fabric to set textile pigments.
There are many comprehensive books on stenciling available at libraries and book stores.
Special Thanks: Jacquard Products
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