How to use stencils properly! 🦋 Mixed media techniques

You told me you wanted to know the secrets to using your stencils properly, sweet Butterfly, and I listened! Here it is, in video!

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Harlequin, Epicycle, Driving me circles, Honeycomb

[HeatherMaderArt]

Um.... blown away by the "up" and "down" side of the stencil. Never considered that!!! thank you.

[Danielle-nztn]

I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone explain that stencils are actually beveled cuts!! Wow—that makes a lot of sense as to why your media sometimes bleeds underneath the cut, even when being super careful. Thanks so much!!

[gaildoughty]

I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this tutorial! I’ve struggled and struggled with stencils, but now I see exactly what to do. Thank you so much!

[b-Maker-Street]

Aside from the sublime techniques on display, may I compliment your stunning nails in this video, France? 🖤

[trishlanza]

I have been stenciling for two years, mostly on wood, fabric and now trying canvas. No one has ever mentioned that the stencils are beveled!! This may explain why I can use the same stencil and sometimes it comes out great and sometimes it's smudged. THANK YOU!! I am taking a new class in January, signed up for Mixed Media and I am really looking forward to it. Thank you for a very nice introduction to mixed media. I will be looking for more of your videos.

[Cyrilmc]

Thank you so much France, I really really enjoyed watching you create this pretty card, and how to use stencils properly. Please stay safe and well too xxxx Mags ❤❤❤❤

[jlmrocks]

Wow!! I had no clue, wouldn't have thunk to look or see which side went down first. Scrape in one direction, light pressure, right product...ty x 70

[KDubTwin]

I know this video is a year old, but I just came across it. I’ve been using stencils for years and never knew about the upside and downside. Thank you for such wonderful information. I love your videos. Stay safe and well.

[UARELOVE]

I am glad I came across your video. I could not believe I was using it upside down all this time!!

[gerrieswartz]

France ... I recently watched an interview you did a few years ago where you discussed your accident and how you got into mixed media. What a lovely, talented and inspiring lady you are. You are so talented and make everything you do look so easy. You are a great teacher. Watching your videos is somehow soothing ... love your voice. Thank you so much for sharing.

[victoriabergesen]

I have seen so many stencil tutorials and this is the first time that I learned about the wrong side and right side of the stencil. Thank you for sharing your time and talent with us.

[lindadunstall]

Thank you! I appreciate your comments on How to use stencils.
I like to use 2 shades of one colour (1st & 2nd generation stamping) on stencils & add a silhouette. Very pleasing results.
I will mark my stencils as you recommended! Gr8 tips. Happy 2023!
🦋 from Australia 🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘🦘

[tealwingz]

This was so helpful & informative. I'm going to try all of them after dinner! And your voice is so calm & comforting. I'm definitely saving this video in my Stenciling Techniques playlist. Thanks for sharing with your butterflies!

[wonderwend]

Superb tutorial. Thanks for posting 💜💛💙

[allthumbs]

What GREAT tips! I had no idea there was an up and down side to stencils. That alone is going to better my chance for a cleaner sharper pattern. Thanks SO much!

[AbiNomac]

I’m at the start of this video and I’m commenting now because I’m very excited to watch this. Thank you for posting in advance.

[jocelynannmc]

Great info. I did not realize the front and back were different. It makes total sense.

[sislertx]

I had no idea about the cutting and been using them and homemade ones for decades..doing walls..collages...mixed media...lol..sure explains a lot .THANKS..

[arnerose]

Sometimes common sense is not so common - i am refering to myself. i just grab the stencil and lay it down /sometimes lucky sometimes not. thank you so much for this and making the adorable card.

[julia_l-c]

Oh this was great and so informative! Now I have to go back and check the fronts and backs of my stencils!!
My first learning hurdle with stencils was to not have a heavy hand with how much product I use!! Investing in the little daubers has helped me a lot (for me they've had better help with controlling how much paint I'm picking up than makeup sponges).