Here are a few Free Christmas Stencils that you can use to pair with an image. Enjoy!
You may be curious about what type of paper works best for creating stencil art prints. You want a paper that has a smooth finish to allow the stencil to lay flat on the surface so that the edges of the painting will be clean and crisp. Also, you want a matte finish that will readily accept paint. Make sure it is heavyweight and thick so that the wet paint won’t cause the paper to bubble and stretch.
As far as paints go, I use Acrylic Craft Paints. I find that the thicker the paint the better the results. A thin paint will be more likely to run under your stencil. So don’t cheap out on paint.
I recommend Strathmore Windpower Bristol Pads (either the smooth or the vellum). Just a fun note about the Strathmore Windpower line of Artist Papers, they are made with 100% wind power – a pollution-free, renewable energy resource.
I hope that now you have some great ideas about how you can decorate with stencil Christmas art prints. You are only limited by your own imagination (and I know there is no limit there). You can choose the size, colors, theme, framing…Let’s face it – you’re in charge. I know you’ll have fun with these great Christmas projects.
