Pre-Cut Plastic Stencils Are Just That…Already Cut!

When you purchase pre-cut plastic stencils, you are ready to apply paint. Actually, I refer to them as plastic, but stencils can be made of a large variety of materials (cardboard, mylar, polyethylene). However, since they are most commonly made of plastic, I will refer to them that way. It helps to keep things simple.

There is an endless selection of pre-cut stencils available. I cannot say enough about the talented stencil artisans and designers that are out there creating projects that allow all of us to become artists!

The drawback of a pre-cut stencil is that the size of the image is not negotiable. In other words, whatever the size of the stencil will be the size of your image. You can’t change that. Luckily some designers offer a couple of different sizes on their designs. The key to remember is to find the right design and make sure the size fits your project area.

You may here the term laser cut stencil. Recent technology has allowed some companies to use lasers to cut stencils. This creates a precision edge and helps to eliminate bridging (paint smudging under the stencil edges). It also improves consistency across the stencil.

This site mostly deals with the arts and crafts side of stenciling but they have other functions. Architects and Engineers use pre-cut stencil templates to place common elements on drawings. These stencils are usually not used with paint. Normally, a pencil is used to outline around the edge of an opening (island) thereby transferring that image onto the drawing. An architect might use a stencil template with bath and plumbing fixtures. This saves time and keeps the drawing consistent. Think about it. If the architect had to draw three toilets in one house plan it might take him a while to hand draw each one and they could end up looking a little different. But with a stencil template that’s not the case.

Well, generally that’s pre-cut stencils and stencil templates in a nutshell.

So, you're in the market for pre-cut plastic stencils? Here are a couple of sources offering a wide variety of designs. Then again, if you are looking for books about stenciling, Amazon.com has a couple of suggestions for you. And if you still need more information, Google Search provides a box for you to add the topic of your choice.

At The Stencil Library , you will have 3000 stencils to choose from plus everything you will need to get the job done. They have paint applicators, paint, adhesives, cutting supplies and instructional books and videos. You’ll also find some great information and tips.

Stencil Ease offers some great pre-cut stencil designs for home decorating, alphabets and industrial uses. You will find Americana Acrylic line of paints and fabric paints. Of course, if you can't find the stencil you need, they can custom make one for you.

Royal Design Studio has a beautiful line of decorative stencils. You'll even love the web site. It's packed with great how to information and inspiration rooms that have been transformed with stencils. But it doesn't stop there. They also carry many of the supplies that you will need.

Mister Art.com has a section dedicated to stenciling with a variety of pre-cut stencils. They carry a large selection of acrylic paints and fabric paints by DecoArt and others. You will find a nice line up of stencil brushes.

If it's the bargain that you are looking for then try CreateForLess . They have the Delta Ceramacoat and DecoArt acrylic paints, plus a few pre-cut stencil designs.

S&S Worldwide is a great place to go if you are looking to get the kids involved in arts and crafts. It's a fun spot for summer projects or any time. You'll find some applicators, paints (for fabric too) and even some pre-cut plastic stencils.

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