Easy tip to stencil with clean lines

I will share with you my paint hack on how I get clean stencil results every time. Nothing fancy or expensive either.
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[@louislandi938]

At 78 I’m a beginning woodworker. Intend to use stencils on my craft projects this Spring. Really appreciate your help!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

That’s awesome. Glad it was helpful.

[@aerialarboreal9005]

I use a childs round sponge (dollar store) in one hand and a flat head screw driver in the other... The screw driver works amazing at holding down the smaller, more flimsy areas of the stencil while still letting you see where you are going... It's like a long finger you don't mind getting paint on!!

[@patriciamoney4310]

Great idea! Thanks!

[@williamculotta7385]

Thank You so much! I am in the middle of a metal sculpture project and I have to do some stenciling and you have done a perfect job of teaching this 79 year old fool the easy tricks of the trade! Great Work Bill Culotta

[@PaintedbyDenell]

So glad this could help.

[@janicekellerkimball4596]

Not 79 yet, but almost 70 now. Never stop learning new things, ever... it's the secret to a youthful mind and heart in my humble opinion.

[@samanthawhite3500]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thanks

[@robinruby3156]

I’m just starting out with stencils. I had the idea to paint and stencil a wildflower boarder around the top of the wood planter boxes my neighbor built for me. I practiced on a small balsa wood box but it didn’t work well. This video is probably the best I’ve seen yet. I’ve learned a lot! I think my next foray into stenciling will go much better. Thanks!!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Awesome, glad it could help.

[@ginaoberste6367]

Thank you! I stenciled last night for the first time. I did not have good luck with it. It bled under the stencil, and was sloppy. But I rushed through it and kept forgetting to dab each time I loaded up. So I searched you tube and found your video. I subscribed and selected “ all”. So hopefully in a few months stenciling will be second nature to me as well. Thanks again. ❤

[@PaintedbyDenell]

So glad you found this video and it could help. Good luck with your future stenciling.

[@beansrgd]

New to stencil - ty for not rushing and no music ! I really like a lesson that’s a great reference: Ty for posting real life 😂 with stencils.

[@stoneman28]

Thank you very much for the tips. You're restoring the internet's bad reputation.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Glad I could help.

[@ezmailer04]

Looks good!

[@Brunse61]

I really enjoyed this video! Thank you for sharing!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

You are welcome. Thanks for tuning in.

[@mrninja2000]

Thank you - the most useful video I found on stencilling 😊

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Glad it could help!

[@ayame5887]

I love your idea

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thank you.

[@melaniemccann1484]

Thank you for your wonderful tips. I’m a beginner and was having trouble.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

You are very welcome!

[@cathyayers3988]

I'm watching. Thanks for the tips!! Keep up the good work!!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thanks for watching!

[@mollyford7273]

Just what I needed. Thanks!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Glad it could help!

[@lynngilman1402]

Hi! So happy to find this! I needed help!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Glad I could help!

[@kathleenriley5002]

Hi First time ! Have stenciled but enjoyed you instructions! Very helpful.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Glad you found them helpful.

[@7oclockmiracles88]

Perfect Love it!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thanks!

[@cynthiawelch8450]

Just found on YT this evening while looking up FMP tips on crackle and stenciling. I have subbed to your channel, liked your FB. Looking forward to learning more!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thank you so much!

[@williamparham474]

I’ve never stenciled before but have gotten into furniture customization and want to do a Star Wars themed end table for my gaming setup. I was going to use rattle cans for the stenciling part itself but I feel like I can do a better job with the makeup sponges! Thank you for showing us all of this!

[@natalielakins6i794]

Great idea thank you

[@rosymccain4663]

Beautiful

[@janicekellerkimball4596]

Thank you!! This was enormously helpful!!! I kept wondering what the heck I was doing wrong, always had bleed through with my stencils.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

You’re welcome. Glad it helped.

[@galewhite8101]

I enjoy your videos and tips... 🇨🇦

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thanks!

[@vincecolanardi6125]

Thank you for the tips. Going to look into makeup sponges. And try it Thanks again

[@PaintedbyDenell]

You are welcome. Glad the tips could help you.

[@jayneallsop3644]

Hi, first timer here!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thanks for joining!

[@abigailfaiivae4661]

I have not done this before. I'm learning to do garments

[@user-mh8lx6rz8s]

Omg!!! I have been battling a stencil all night!! Horrible results. Thank you for sharing!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

You are welcome. Glad it helped.

[@HardKnocksTime]

I am going to try the makeup sponge method. I am using stencils on wood I have done the Shou Sugi Bon method on which pops the grain out. It has been horribly difficult with bleeds when using a cheap paint brush. I hope this method you demonstrated works for my projects as I am running low on time to get them finished and to the Marines who they belong to. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!!!

[@cahillsonia0245615]

Looking good

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thanks!

[@carrlisamartin3381]

Hello yes I stencil and it does go under my stencil so the makeup sponge will be my next GO TOO❤️.Thank you

[@CarlottaART]

Awesome!! Thank you

[@PaintedbyDenell]

You’re welcome. Thanks for tuning in.

[@kayliadams6153]

I tried to use stencils on my son's new toddler bed and book shelf but they bled🥴 so I'm going to start over but definitely using these tips🩷

[@PaintedbyDenell]

@@kayliadams6153 I hope this helps!

[@carrlisamartin3381]

Very nice

[@Professional_ProCraftinator]

I like doing raised stencils with either vinyl spackle or glass bead gel!!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

That sounds like fun too!

[@sandeebond4514]

I'M LEARNING...TY

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thanks for tuning in.

[@jeneendove906]

Hello 👋 thank you for sharing 😊

[@robinwolick26]

Hi there im new at this an making a mess,lol watching you for some tips,😊 im working on welcome porch signs

[@PaintedbyDenell]

My best tip is always start with a tiny bit of paint. Build up your layers. You are then more likely not to get bleeding under your stencil. Good luck!

[@lindatony9792]

Very Nice❤️

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Thanks!

[@bobedenburn1313]

I am working on a flag made out of wood I am cutting it out the shape of the United States and I got to the part where I paint the stars I put stencil down taped it then I started to paint I was using sponge brush but it bleed under so watching your video with the little tips was a big help thank you

[@PaintedbyDenell]

I'm so glad this helped you!

[@sm3296]

Just learning about the Fusion paint, and found your channel, so I’m happy to learn anything you can share. Thanks!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

So sorry that I missed this. Glad you found my channel too.

[@natalielakins6i794]

Yes it looks great i wish i could borrow you in real life lol

[@jeneendove906]

❤❤❤❤

[@beckywhitehead4871]

Yes

[@avril6529]

Long time stenciller medium results currently now I am unstoppable

[@PaintedbyDenell]

That's awesome

[@avril6529]

You are my people

[@gazsto9510]

Spray painting stencils, would work also, if the paint is thinly applied, like an air brush or lower pressure gun application.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Agree!

[@PaigeNicoleKomar]

Do you use Mod Podge or anything around the edges first? I've seen this in other videos so I'm trying to learn the best practices BEFORE my projects. I'm just starting out as a crafter and I'll be doing my first stenciling later today, so I'm trying to learn the best hacks to AVOID any issues 😁 thanks!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

No I do not. I have found when I use very little paint and the methods in the video with the make up sponge that it is unnecessary for me.

[@user-iy9ot3os8l]

I’ve been using stencil brushes but not sure of the quality. I just started stenciling again so trying to get those perfect lines. I’m going to try your make up sponge technique! Do you clean your stencils after every use and how do you clean them? I love that sign by the way!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Yes, I do clean my stencils after use. I clean while the paint is still wet and use a baby wipe. If all the paint does not come off, I will use Fusion’s brush soap too. Sometimes paint will get dried on when I had workshops in the past and those stencils I just use as-is.

[@rubyhanrahan8836]

I have tried to stencil but it blead through. So I found your video to learn the right way.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Glad it could help.

[@pattygardner231]

Yours is the ONLY stencil class I was actually able to use. You didn’t talk too much and you were very informative. Thank you! Are there any special preparations or things I should know about stenciling over a high gloss paint on an outdoor planter. I want to stencil butterflies and ladybugs and flowers on it. Thanks again!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

So sorry that I missed your question! I would recommend that you clean it well first, I would use our TSP substitute and then I would give the surface a scuff sand. If you notice the paint resisting, you may need to use a primer such as Fusion's ultra grip over a high sheen/high gloss paint but in many cases it's not necessary with good prep and a good scruff sand if you use Fusion mineral paint.

[@user-kx5xz6qy6s]

I am doing my first project. Do you use adhesive sprays?

[@jwmeyer83]

Thanks for a helpful video! I'm a newbie to stenciling. Do you always leave the connecting gaps made by the stencil, or go back and fill them in afterwards?

[@PaintedbyDenell]

I think I understand your question. The stencil on this one for example is supposed to have this design so in this case I left it as is. Most cases if a stencil has connections, it will come in layers and you have to do it in stages. I follow the stencils instructions and design. I usually never do free hand on a stencil unless I mess up.

[@silvijacikatic942]

Awesome work,what kind of color do you use and where can I buy it,thank you!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

So sorry that I missed your question. I use Fusion Mineral Paint. You can find it here: paintedgreenbay.com/buy-fusion-mineral-paint-online-color-collections/

[@shannonsawyer105]

Thanks for the tip! Where do you get stencils like the one in your video? I want to make a Vertical Welcome sign, but would love a one piece stencil instead of having to center individual letters.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

This is a funky junk stencil. I do have some remaining however I no longer stock these so the ones I have are on sale. paintedgreenbay.com/shop/funky-junk-old-sign-stencils/

[@daveymichael6891]

I'm trying to stencil very small text onto the side of a miniature barrel. The barrel is a compound curve so the vinyl is quite tricky to apply. Do you have any tips for such surfaces and very small text? I've tried foam sponges and each time have paint seep under stencil. Maybe I'm not using the correct stencil vinyl as normally use just standard application sticky vinyl... Could this be a cause? Also would you recommend investing in an airbrush instead... Could this avoid the problem of paint seeping?

[@stephaniepoteet5172]

I haven’t stenciled before and would like to know how you make sure your stencil is centered where you want and straight.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

I just eyeball it first. Then I take a tape measure and check my sides.

[@stephaniepoteet5172]

@@PaintedbyDenell Awesome! Thank you!

[@ninaobrien6248]

Hi ,I can hear you ,yes its my first time

[@ninaobrien6248]

I'm doing the tree of life and butterflies

[@juls1021]

Just learning to stencil. I have bleeding and it’s making me crazy!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Hopefully these tips will help you.

[@sm3296]

Great tip, thank you.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

You're welcome!

[@robertleechford4250]

Hi , Painted.

[@JoyEdino-vn2dq]

Thanks so much, but how do I do the cutting please?

[@PaintedbyDenell]

If you are talking about cutting the stencil, this is a premade stencil that I purchased from a company. If you are wanting to make stencils yourself, you would want to look into getting a cutting machine like a Cricut.

[@chebellissimavita]

Great idea! What tricks do you have for a really intricate stencil designs? I'm using oil paint on a very intricate stencil and I CANNOT get clean lines. It's driving me crazy!

[@PaintedbyDenell]

My guess is it still that you’re using too much paint. I would try doing multiple extremely thin coats. Make sure to blot off before application too.

[@copyjim81]

If your under surface is painted, you could try painting the under color on your stencil first, let that dry enough and then paint your final stencil color. The first painting will help seal the stencil to the surface and help prevent bleed… Not sure what to do when there is no under paint, except using less paint on your brush as she suggested , and making a light base coat first to seal the stencil to your surface. Good luck.

[@natalielakins6i794]

I am new at this and I really suck it always bleeds thru

[@faithmoore2198]

What is your opinion of silk screen stencils

[@PaintedbyDenell]

I have only used one once so I don't have a enough experience to really make an educated opinion. I just was not sure how durable the end result would be of the recommend products that needed to be used with the silk screen stencils so I chose to avoid them.

[@cathybarta8928]

Have you ever used the repositionable tacky spray to stick down stencil

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Yes, I have used that when stenciling ceilings back when I used to do faux finishing for customers. I really don’t use it any more as it can cause a resist on furniture.

[@lindadunham1362]

I am trying to stencil on an already painted board. I find when I go to remove the stencil it pulls the paint up. Do you useanything else for stencilling other than reusable ones such as one cut from oramask or vinyl?

[@PaintedbyDenell]

I do use Oracle for my cricket with stenciling over paint. A big key is to make sure that your paint is dry and the surface you were painting on was cured as well. For example if you used oil oil base stain don’t put your water base paint on prematurely. I use fusion products. I also do not use transfer tape. I use painters tape.

[@pamelamaher8442]

I am new to stenciling . And have been trying my best with a very light hand and it still bleeds . I was told to use mod Podge. But here do I put the pad podge??? Please help

[@PaintedbyDenell]

What type of application tool are you using? When they are saying modpodge, that would be to put down first so if you do have bleed it dries clear. Then after you stencil the mod podge and it’s dry, you come back with your paint.

[@sheilawixo9336]

How do u stencil 2 layers...like for a flip flop. Where u want the foot part one.color and the band a different color. My stencil does have a separate stencil for just the band. But am struggling with how to tape off.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Typically if it is a two part stencil you would do the base first and allow it to dry. Then you would do the overlay. The stencil itself should block your surface but if it’s tiny then you will need to put down some extra tape. That’s why you have to allow your first layer to dry first.

[@triciakiehne9529]

First time stencil. Trying on pottery. Stencil is hard plastic

[@stacyrussell9134]

How would I prevent a bubbling effect in my paint?

[@PaintedbyDenell]

I would maybe try using a higher quality paint. I don't have bubbling with Fusion Mineral paint and using the makeup sponge. I'm guessing you are getting a lot of air bubbles in your paint or you may have too much water in your paint. I'm not sure what you are using but I don't see bubbling ever. This is what I use. paintedgreenbay.com/buy-fusion-mineral-paint-online-color-collections/

[@lynnmosley7133]

Hey

[@ayame5887]

Hi good morning

[@johnbrowning1350]

Hi

[@karenmancuso3124]

hi

[@judystubbs7395]

Where do you get the large stencils?

[@PaintedbyDenell]

I used to retail this line. I only have one left. “Grocery”. You can view that here. You might be able to order direct too. paintedgreenbay.com/shop/funky-junk-old-sign-stencils/

[@virdiehowell6709]

Hello

[@lisab7160]

I have tried multiple times with a letter stencil and it has small details and no matter what I do it gets messed up. I think the tiny details are just too small. I even used temp spray adhesive to try and hold them down. 😰

[@PaintedbyDenell]

My best advice would be to just keep trying with less paint on your application tool. Typically it’s from overloading the paint when you get the bleed.

[@guynouri]

How to combine separate letters into a single Stencil

[@PaintedbyDenell]

I use my cricut for custom words but if you want to do that, you can either look into using transfer paper, a projector or get individual letter stencils but then you will have to tape them together. You can make guides with paint sticks so they are straight. There are also stamps now available on the market too with individual letters so you can make your own custom words.

[@melissadunavant819]

I had major bleeding under stencil, it was champaign chalk paint on dark Stained wood I can't even tell what it was suppose to be ....which was the Zodiac symbols for Gemini and Libra. looks like a big blob of paint now. I waited until the next day to remove the stencils and now I can't fix it.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

So sorry that I missed your comment. What I would do is sand off the paint, wipe down with some tsp and re-do. That is probably your only option at this point.

[@rosymccain4663]

Never tried this stenciling

[@tyealee]

I'm having lots.of problems with my paint bleeding through

[@PaintedbyDenell]

Then most likely you are using too much paint. Are you using the make up sponge and off loading before you go to your stencil? If not, try that. Thin multiple layers work best.

[@tyealee]

@@PaintedbyDenell I'm actually going out to get the make up sponge today and try it. Thank you for the advice and the tutorials on the stencils

[@PaintedbyDenell]

@@tyealee you are very welcome. Good luck.

[@nicolegrimaldo6264]

I'm looking for ideas to make art work to sell at the farmers market. My name is Nicole

[@j9s281]

Makeup sponges bled under my stencil.

[@beckywhitehead4871]

No😊

[@user-mh8lx6rz8s]

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[@debbiecaptainozzy7194]

How many layers does it usually take for good coverage

[@PaintedbyDenell]

When you are stenciling you go light with your paint. So with a dark color you will not need as many coats but I still like to do more so I don't get bleed through. I would say about 3 with a black. Less is more as I hate bleed under my stencil so I would rather do an extra coat.

[@user-mh8lx6rz8s]

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[@triciakiehne9529]

Pottery is round hard to get stencil flat on surface. Ant tip.

[@PaintedbyDenell]

When working on round surfaces, I like to use adhesive stencils so I can attach them directly to the surface and get them flat. I understand your frustration with that type of surface. You also might like stamps.

[@itsmeamanda01]

Do you have an online store??

[@PaintedbyDenell]

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[@donnalittle5546]

Yes

[@rosachism9388]

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[@rosymccain4663]

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[@user-mh8lx6rz8s]

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[@user-mh8lx6rz8s]

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[@PaintedbyDenell]

You can view my FB page here: facebook.com/paintedgreenbay/

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