Chicken Wire Stencil - Mix Media Layering Wire

Chicken Wire Stencil - Mix Media Layering WireUsing laser cut Mylar film and paint, it is very easy even for the beginner, to produce stencil work of HIGH QUALITY on Furniture, Walls, Floors, Fabrics, Windows and almost any other flat or lightly curved surfaces. If you haven't got the stamina for a whole wall a combination of similar stencils can add a bright splash of color. Large stencils make a stunning accent on an empty wall, try them near a sofa or table or even by the skirting board of

gold leaf and other decorative elements

To remove oil paint and glue from your stencils and brushes soak them in turpentine for a few minutes

Apply the paint using an up and down stippling motion

Virtually any paint can be used to stencil with but the two most popular types are Acrylic and Dry-brush Oil

start on the outside of each of the stencils cut outs and work your way in towards the middle

Stenciling is fun for the whole family but BEWARE it is very addictive

Clean-up: Wash your stencil frequently in hot soapy water

especially when changing colour

Large stencils make a stunning accent on an empty wall

The traditional technique used 30 to 40 layers of varnish which were sanded to a polished finish

If you haven't got the stamina for a whole wall a combination of similar stencils can add a bright splash of color

Coat with decoupage glue or other finishing medium and allow to dry