Saturday, October 14, 2017

How to achieve CRISP lines using vinyl stencils


(Want to skip the reading portion and go right to the video tutorial? Just click here


Several times over the years I've changed the way I stencil while making my wood signs for my Etsy shop. I am always searching for new techniques and tools for making the job cleaner and easier. 

What didn't work:
There are tons of posts on the internet where people are using Modpodge but that didn't work well for me. 

What does work? 
This excerpt found on Suganbeecrafts.com is the key. Here is what she says,
"Next up, the SEAL LAYER – THIS is the secret trick to those crisp lines.  I use this trick all. the. time. when working with wood signs, so I wanted to try it out with a canvas.  And it worked!!  You paint the base layer that is under your stencil (in my case, the white) OVER your stencil.  The idea is that all stencils will bleed a little, but this way what bleeds will match the background.  Then it will seal the crack.  So the next layer, which will be color, won’t go under the stencil.

Let that dry.  Then go ahead with your main color.  Let dry.  I did 2 coats."

Thursday, October 12, 2017

INTRODUCING all-new Sign Making Kits!

Home decor wood signs are 'All the Rage' aren't they? I now offer most all of my beautiful sign designs in a easy to use kit. So guess what?! You can save money and make them yourself and the bonus is...you can say, "I MADE IT MYSELF".

Sign Painting Kits are great for 1st time sign makers because I've included simple to follow instructions and also links to videos so you can watch before you try it. They are also great for the seasoned sign makers because the hard part is done and you are ready to paint as soon as your kit arrives.

Included is the ready to paint board, the stencil of your choice, stenciling sponges and the instructions. You need only add the paint color of your choice.

Great News!
Most of my designs can be purchased in a kit so if there is one you'd like to have but you don't see it, just message me.

Custom Designs?
Well Sure! (well sort of) That is I do custom designs as time allows and most importantly if the quote or subject matter meets with the approval of my Lord and Savior.

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How to achieve CRISP lines using vinyl stencils ( Want to skip the reading portion and go right to the video tutorial? Just click here )...