Project: Painting a Sign with a Stencil

Choose the size of your board.  

My local Lowes, cut it for me at no additional charge.

Lowes will create a sample size of any color that they mix, for approximately $3.00

Carefully place your stencil, smoothing any air bubbles.

I like to cut my stencils about an inch larger than my sign, to help protect the background color.

Using a bone folder, credit/gift card or a spatula, smooth out the bubbles.

You want a nice seal of the stencil to the wood.

Gently pull off the stencil backing, repress the stencil if necessary

I like to use a make up sponge.  they are inexpensive and can be thrown away when done.

Using an up down motion, not a side ways motion, apply your paint.

Swiping side to side can cause paint to leak under your stencil.

Apply a second coat if needed, to get the color you want.

When dry, gently peal away your stencil.

Use a tooth pick or a straight pin to remove the stencil from the inner lettering or design.

Use a small brush or pick to help you touch up areas needed.

A small eye make up brush works well, to help fill in areas.

Finished project below.