Airbrush Tattoo Stencils allow us to flaunt our body art for special events but avoid permanent markings. They’re fun for all ages too!
Stencils are usually related to arts and crafts but in reality can be applied in so many other ways and appeal to a large variety of tastes and interests. At All-About-Stencils, we try to accommodate all needs for stencil designs. Below are five
free printable stencils,
some ideas about using them and a video. Plus click on any of the stencils to get more like it!
Using airbrush tattoo stencils is the best way to get an image in place with clean lines. Not only do they give you the best chance of a fool proof design over hand painting they also save loads of time. It’s up to you if you want to add more details after you remove the stencil. In the video below you’ll see how two colors were used with one stencil. Just to plant a few ideas in your imagination.
When we talk about time saving, that’s important because I know some of you have started a business with
air brushed stenciling.
It’s great for parties, festivals, sports events... anytime there are a gathering of people. And it’s great for all ages which is why you’ll see such a wide variety of
airbrush stencils
on this page.
When you buy airbrush tattoo stencils, it will come in one of two forms: an adhesive basked stencil or a mylar or plastic stencil. These
free stencils
can be worked into either form. Here’s how:
Adhesive Backed Free Airbrush Tattoo Stencils
The easiest and quickest method of making one of these free stencils an adhesive backed airbrush tattoo stencil is to print on full page labels with a sticky back. Make sure to read all packaging and make sure that the product is safe for this application.
The benefit of using adhesive airbrush tattoo stencils is that you have two free hands to apply more detail to your temporary tattoos with little to no mess at all. Plus, because the sticky back hugs the skin, you’ll get much cleaner and sharper lines with no bleeding under the stencil.
The lizard is from
Southwestern Stencils
where you can find a coyote and moon, a cactus and a horned skull.
Mylar or Plastic Stencils
These
free stencils to print
can be just like mylar or plastic stencils (except of course they’re free!). After printing the stencil on paper and before you cut out the design, cover it with a clear protective coating like clear shelf liner or strips of clear packing tape with each row slightly overlapping the previous.
Actually, because these airbrush tattoo stencils are paper thin, they tend to be easier to work with than plastic stencils which are not as flexible.
The downside of this kind of stencil is that because you have to hold it, you're limited to using one color and they are more prone to have paint bleeding underneath the stencil or shadow lines if the person moves as you are applying the tattoo.
As I said above, the goal here was to satisfy any ideas of airbrush tattoo stencils. But, the page is only so long and five stencils were pushing it.
No problem! There are many more free stencils perfect for the application as airbrush tattoo stencils. First try some of the
free stenciling patterns
listed in the right column.
This butterfly stencil is from our
Tribal Stencils.
It’s design is more suitable to girls and ladies but here you’ll find a dragon stencil which is great for the guys!
Of course, you need to check out the
body stencils
which has a number of links to appropriate airbrush tattoo stencils. Don’t miss the
graffiti art stencils
and I think you’ll get some use from the
guitar stencils.
Don’t stop there - this site is loaded with freebies!
To learn more about working with these stencils go to
Air Brushed Stenciling
where you’ll find a collection of great videos that will step you through the process of working with airbrush stencils. And keep scrolling down this page for a great video which features using an adhesive backed stencil.
Hey! Don’t forget that I (and everyone else) want to see what you have done with your airbrush tattoo stencils (make sure it’s appropriate). Just click on
Stenciling Projects
to get your masterpiece showcased here on this web site. Won’t that be exciting! Or if you have any questions or want to share information join in on the
Stencil Blog.
Well, I hope to hear from you soon.
Happy Stenciling,
Penny
Blick Art Materials has a dedicated section to airbrush stencil materials, but they also have a good selection of all stencil supplies. They carry the X-acto #1 knife with the #11 blades (my choice for stencil cutting). Check 'em out!
P.S. We are thrilled to introduce our selection of
Stencil Designs.
Instant gratification at its finest! You don't need a special printer - these designs are specially formatted to print from your home computer on standard letter sized paper. Once downloaded, you will have your complete stencil booklet with patterns and instructions. Just click, buy and print!
If you’d rather get your
Stencil Pattern Books
in Print, then visit our Printer’s Book Shop for the same designs in book format that will be mailed to you. You’ll find all of the stencils used as examples throughout this site.
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I hope you truly enjoy these Free Stencils! Thank you so much for visiting and come back soon for more Stenciling Ideas!
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