Care must be taken to avoid creating bulk and stiff layers that can crack and peel if bent or over time, as a good medium for stenciling with is acetic paint.If you keep the layers thin and light, you can use acrylic paint for stenciling and get a clear stencil.
Step 1: Put the canvas you want to print on down.
If you want a colored background on the canvas, paint it first.
Step 2: You can choose a stencil.
The design needs to fit on the canvas.Plan this out in advance if you're doing stenciling.The edges of your stencil should be cut precisely if it is made from a thinner material.To avoid paint bleeding over the edges, use thin slices of tape under any edges that may fold over or stick up during the paint application.
Step 3: A little bit of paint can be squeezed onto a foam plate.
It is always better to add less than more.
Step 4: Use a brush.
The trick is to dip the edge of the brush into the paint and not apply too much.Thin layers are the best for stenciling.Rub off any excess paint with a paper towel or rag.A stencil brush has a flat surface.It's great for picking up paint.A soft stencil brush with natural bristles is the best choice; do not use synthetic ones or any other type of paintbrush.Use a large stencil brush for large canvas areas and a small one for smaller areas.
Step 5: The brush should be placed over the canvas.
Don't push the brush under the stencil, take a lot of care at the edges.
Step 6: Continue until you've covered the stenciling area.
The brush needs to be removed.
Step 7: Allow it to dry completely.
If you want to avoid accidental smudges from your hand movements, apply other colors after the first has dried.Fortunately, they dry quickly.
Step 8: When the work is done, remove the stencil.
Carefully pull away.The print will be stenciled.
Step 9: Pick a stencil.
The design needs to fit on the fabric.Plan this out in advance if you're doing stenciling.The edges of your stencil should be cut precisely if it is made from a thinner material.To avoid paint bleeding over the edges, use thin slivers of tape under any edges that may fold over or stick up during the paint application.
Step 10: Use a sponge instead of a brush.
Sponging will cover more of the area.All types of sponge works.
Step 11: The sponge needs to be lightly pressed onto the paint.
Don't apply a lot of layers.The bulky stiffness is caused by the application of acrylic.
Step 12: Wait until you're satisfied with the coverage and apply the sponge.
Step 13: Let it sit.
Once you're stencil has dried completely, run through the quick cycle in your washing machine for extra softness.