I have made up almost all of the Alabama Chanin stencils that I like, except for this one: Facets. That's because it's about an acre in size, and there's a lot (a lot) of cutting involved. I'm working on it now with my hot stencil cutter and my acrylic pennant felt. The most fun part comes afterwards, when the paint is dry.
Beautiful! I would love to know:
ReplyDeleteDo you sponge paint on or use a stencil brush? How do you clean the pennant felt afterwards? Many thanks, K.
I actually use a cheap children's paintbrush. I have used a sponge in the past before, but I tend to keep the paint pretty dry, too dry to sponge easily. Sadly, I don't know of any way to clean the stencil afterwards. Mine are messes of dried paint, but it doesn't seem to harm them.
ReplyDeleteI'm currently embroidering a small piece with this stencil on it -- to be turned into a beaded evening bag. I can't imagine cutting out all those little bits and pieces, but your labors will be rewarded. The results are lovely. I can't wait to see what you do with yours.
ReplyDeleteI noticed your comment above about not being able to clean your stencils. It may amuse you to know that the stencil pros at AC do not regularly clean their stencils either. I had the great pleasure of attending a workshop with Natalie this summer. She brought along some of the stencils they use in the workshop and they were covered in layer upon layer of paint. Theirs are plastic, so the paint can be (and eventually is) peeled off, but they don't seem to fuss much with it.
If I lived near you, I would totally beg to borrow your stencils :-)
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what gorgeousness you whip up with this one. (did you get your pennant felt from AC?)
happy stitching ~ Tracy
I cannot wait to see what you do with this!
ReplyDeleteWow - that will be beautiful! It reminds me of the Moorish inspired designed found on late 19th century American decorative tiles.
ReplyDeleteI had no idea these FREE stencil downloads from Alabama Chanin existed!! Thank you for leading me to them! They could be cut from anything-- cardstock, stencil plastic, freezer paper etc. Useful for many crafts like gelatin plate printing.
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