Art For Everyone: Make Your Own Reusable Interfacing Stencils!

[@ladytiedi]

Brilliant!

[@JaneDunnewold]

thanks!

[@PeaceCreek1]

The net in the middle is a game changer for stenciling fine details. No more issues figuring out where to leave "bridges". Thank you!!

[@JaneDunnewold]

You are so welcome. I was thrilled when i realized how this could work!!

[@soulfairysecrets618]

Just thinking about your stencil with the silk organza, it isn’t useless.. you could use your squidgee and push silk screen inks through it. ;) might be an option.

[@JaneDunnewold]

Yes, that could have worked! I didn't think of it but you are right.

[@moragfrew4958]

Wow! What a great idea. I hope I can get the fabrics here in Brisbane. Thank you.

[@patbishop6864]

Thank you Jane, you are so generous with your knowledge.

[@JaneDunnewold]

You are very welcome, Pat.

[@conniegoman5673]

Thanks Jane!! You explained the process very well and I am mother!

[@anncorsaro224]

FYI. I believe that kind of tulle is called “English Tulle”. Way back when they made it from silk for wedding veils, but I’m sure now it’s mostly made of polyester. I’m new to your channel and I think Im already addicted🤣. You are a wonderful teacher and I’m so excited to try your ideas. Thank you!! Have a great day.❤

[@JaneDunnewold]

That's so interesting. Thanks for making time to write to me and welcome!!I LOVE finding out new tidbits of information.

[@CoveMermadame]

Brilliant! Thank you 🙏

[@beverleyfirth348]

Thankyou.. I have just bought interfacing for sewing and then saw this... hmmm maybe not use it all for sewing.. love it

[@stitchn4yourkitchn729]

Jane, you are absolutely astounding! I learn so much from you. Thank you. --- Ginger

[@JaneDunnewold]

Thank you so much!

[@dawnarobertson9577]

Before abandoning the idea of silk organza . . . Perhaps wrinkled, it might print like a batik background??

[@JaneDunnewold]

No, not really. Sometimes ideas seem good, but then just don't work out the way we imagined, unfortunately.

[@merylhayes2227]

This is amazing, I can now design my own stencils. Thank you so much for sharing

[@JaneDunnewold]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bethmarkus7346]

Thank you, Jane! So clear and informative, as usual. I appreciate your direct teaching style.

[@JaneDunnewold]

You are so welcome, Beth.

[@zholzknecht312]

Brilliant as always, Jane! Lots of new ideas from this. Thank you!

[@JaneDunnewold]

You are so welcome!

[@MissIdolize]

Honestly, what a genius idea!! Well done! Regarding paint applicators.. The stipple/stencil brush could be used to go around the shape/s for sharp, clean edges and detail and use the roller to fill in the rest.

[@JaneDunnewold]

That's a great idea!

[@angieweisswange5873]

Genius. Thanks

[@JaneDunnewold]

You're welcome!

[@alicejones314]

Thanks, Jane. It's great to have a new tool to try out. You explain everything so clearly.

[@JaneDunnewold]

Glad you think so!

[@theflamingpearl]

Thank you, very useful technique!

[@JaneDunnewold]

You're very welcome!

[@AinoShperber]

That is so clever!!! 👏👏👏👏

[@JaneDunnewold]

Thanks!

[@shawndelker291]

Fantastic Idea Jane!

[@lindalacampagne5436]

I’ve been waiting for this one! What a great idea. Clear, simple instructions. Like. that they are long-lasting. Thanks, Jane.

[@stephanieshore2532]

What a terrific idea! I am definitely going to try it

[@barbclark69]

Great idea, thank you.

[@JaneDunnewold]

You are so welcome!

[@sherylesp2272]

this looks like an awesome idea! Thank you for sharing!

[@JaneDunnewold]

You are so welcome!

[@phushwinderdhaliwal8206]

I tried to make this stencil it’s close to perfect. I will try again 👍

[@JaneDunnewold]

You can do it!

[@sarahdoyle7438]

interesting idea - thanks Jane!

[@primrose62]

awesome - thank you !

[@JaneDunnewold]

You're welcome!

[@jeraldbaxter3532]

Thank you!

[@JaneDunnewold]

You're welcome!

[@margaretgorski7947]

How cool! Thanks for sharing i amointo try it.

[@margaretgorski7947]

I am going to try it. I need to read what i type before i enter

[@CJoyArt]

Hi Jane! I just found your channel and subbed. Have you ever tried this on a gel plate? I'd love to try that!!! Your stencils are brilliant!

[@JaneDunnewold]

Hi Carole! I haven't used a stencil like this on a gel plate, but I have used other stencils and I'm sure this would work too!! Let me know if you try it!

[@jillwood161]

Hi Jane…thanks for the tutorial. I was wondering if the stencil you made of the little squares was a double layer of interfacing. And if so, did it have the tulle between the layers?

[@JaneDunnewold]

No tulle but yes, doubled.

[@sharongardiner5076]

I have been waiting for this video. I really like the option of creating my own stencils. Did you try cutting the interfacing with a Circut?

[@JaneDunnewold]

I haven't but I am sure it would work.

[@janeweagant7376]

Yaroo!!Thanks

[@kathiallen2858]

Terrific method and video, thanks! Do you think these stencils could be used with thickened dyes and a squeegee?

[@JaneDunnewold]

Yes, absolutely.

[@sarawelder1]

you said you had to heat set the house paint ... how do you do that? Also do you use straight acrylic or mix with Fabric extender for a softer feel? Thanks... I really enjoyed the video.

[@JaneDunnewold]

Treat it just like any acrylic textile paint. Cover with parchment and iron it on high for 30 seconds, on both sides, once it is dry. No need to make softer. A stencil needs to be slightly stiff so you can move it around!

[@sarawelder1]

@@JaneDunnewold thank you.

[@Layeredworld]

Surly it’s cheaper using paper?

[@JaneDunnewold]

You might be surprised. But these are definitely long lasting and will never disinetgrate.

[@lindageiger321]

Have you tried running the interfacing through a Cricut or similar cutter? I imagine you would have to do it twice, once in reverse, to have two pieces to fuse together. Might be fun to try....research!!!!

[@JaneDunnewold]

That's exactly how you would do it but I am sure it could be done.

[@53abest]

Hi Jane! Thank you for this video and all your teaching! I have 2 questions. The first one is that I am not quite sure I understand why the interface should not be of the type of small dots of glue. I am not sure I can find such a fusible interface here in Spain. The second question is whether I could use non fusible interface and Mistyfuse or Steam a Seam, or any other cheaper fusible web to glue them together. Thanks a lot! Arielle

[@JaneDunnewold]

In general, the little dots don't melt into an even coating so they don't hold that well, compared to the interfacing with a continuous coating of adhesive on it. You could try fusible but then you would have to fuse it to the interfacing first - using a teflon sheet, I think. And that's because you have to cut through the fusible too - when you cut out the open areas of the stencil. It would be really hard to cut the fusible to match if it wasn't already fused to the interfacing!

[@53abest]

@@JaneDunnewold thank you, it helps me to find alternatives to your products here in Euros, or to work with what I have at hand.

[@joannehoffman4396]

Great technique! Question: with the checkerboard stencil you said you used a heavier interfacing. Was that the Craftfuse brand also? Thanks!

[@JaneDunnewold]

Yes it was!

[@electrichen6243]

This is great. I've been looking for different ways of making stencils. Do you have the details of the thicker interfacing and did you fuse 2 pieces together?

[@JaneDunnewold]

Craft Fuse and yes, they were fused together.

[@QuilteronFire]

OMGosh Jane! I absolutely LOVE you. Hot dog! 😂

[@ingridwilkins3886]

what if you can not draw like me so how will I😄 make stencils

[@JaneDunnewold]

You can trace basic shapes or possibly use a machine to cut like a CriCut?

[@carolbarnes7520]

During the pandemic I used my Cricut to make lots of stencils using old xray plates donated by friends. They have been very successful and hard-wearing. I love being able to make things for myself at minimal outlay and the lockdowns we had in the UK gave me the time to explore and lrearn new skills. This video has given me a new skill to add to my arsenal. Thank you Jane for sharing your excellent idea. It takes stencil making to a new level! Carol UK

[@needadhdgluetherapy]

What do you set your iron at? Thanks for the idea!

[@JaneDunnewold]

Cotton, with steam.

[@needadhdgluetherapy]

You didn’t tell us what the heavier fuse name was. The one with the squares. And we don’t know how to wash them out. I’m thinking submerging them isn’t a good idea? You did say brushing them off would work when you are making them. Is that how you always clean the,? Doesn’t the paint stick on the interfacing?

[@JaneDunnewold]

Craft Fuse. And once these have been coated with acrylic paint, they are waterproof so you can rinse them off in the sink.