Stenciling is a fun, simple, and affordable way to decorate any sort of space or item. Those interested in using stencils in their home décor are encouraged to buy professionally designed stencils or develop their own.
“It’s become more of a decorator statement,” said Jane Gauss, a nationally recognized stenciling expert.
Stencils can be used in interior decorating, such as pastel colored chandeliers on a wall for an elegant focal point in a child’s room. Other designers and homeowners alike use stencils to dress up old furniture
“I’d like to do some more,” artisan Sandra Camp said. “It was so much fun.” She bought secondhand furniture and stenciled highly geometric shapes on the surface for a brand new look.
Others use stencils to create glazes over walls instead of committing to wallpaper.
“It’s really very livable,” said Melanie Royals, founder of stencil maker Royal Design Studio.
Interested in stenciling? Take a class today in the subject of decorative painting to learn more about the newest interior trend. Classes will help all students understand their own personal tastes in stenciling, such as patterns and textures versus recognizable images. Teachers will also cover how to use different techniques to create the most successful stenciling, including using a special brush or a paint roller. Students will also have the opportunity to cut and use their own personal stencils.