HOW TO STENCIL ANYTHING: 3 SECRETS TO PERFECT RESULTS EVERY TIME

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I’m sharing the 3 secrets you need to know to get perfect stencil lines every time.

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STENCIL SECRET 1:

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The adhesive is strong enough to hold the stencil in place while you work

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STENCIL SECRET 2:

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The key is to get very little paint on the sponge. Extra paint will just squish under the stencil and make a mess.

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STENCIL SECRET 3:

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Use it like a paintbrush to fill in the letters. It’s easy and it works beautifully.

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HOW TO STENCIL ANYTHING: 3 SECRETS TO PERFECT RESULTS EVERY TIME

I’m sharing the 3 secrets you need to know to get perfect stencil lines every time.

STENCIL SECRET 1:

STENCIL SECRET 1:

THE ADHESIVE

I use repositionable spray adhesive instead of tape and it is amazing.

The adhesive is strong enough to hold the stencil in place while you work

The adhesive is strong enough to hold the stencil in place while you work

STENCIL SECRET 2:

STENCIL SECRET 2:

Makeup sponges are the perfect tool for stenciling

THE PAINTBRUSH

The key is to get very little paint on the sponge. Extra paint will just squish under the stencil and make a mess.

The key is to get very little paint on the sponge. Extra paint will just squish under the stencil and make a mess.

STENCIL SECRET 3:

STENCIL SECRET 3:

Just take a toothpick and lightly dip it in your paint.

Just take a toothpick and lightly dip it in your paint.

Use it like a paintbrush to fill in the letters. It’s easy and it works beautifully.

Use it like a paintbrush to fill in the letters. It’s easy and it works beautifully.

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