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  • When were stencils invented?
    Hossein Hashemi

    When were stencils invented?

    Stenciling, an artistic technique that has stood the test of time, has a history spanning over 37,000 years. From its humble beginnings in the depths of prehistoric caves to its contemporary use in fashion and design, stenciling has evolved into...

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  • DIY Wood Tray with a Compass Stencil
    Hossein Hasheminiasari

    DIY Wood Tray with a Compass Stencil

    Looking for a unique and thoughtful DIY gift idea? A recent customer sent us this image of a rather charming project they created that inspired me to write about it. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a beginner, painting a...

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  • Back to the Basics: How to Stencil
    Christina Leone

    Back to the Basics: How to Stencil

    After doing some big projects and small projects in 2021, I think it's time to go back to the basics of stenciling to refresh our minds! Today I'll be going over my tips to avoid bleed through, how to get...

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  • Design a Room with Stencils!
    Christina Leone

    Design a Room with Stencils!

    Designing a room with stencils is always a fun project and today I am going to walk you through this look using the Scattered Polka Dot Dust Stencil. I will be linking similar items to this look so you could...

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  • Easy Christmas Craft Anyone Can do!
    Christina Leone

    Easy Christmas Craft Anyone Can do!

    Out of all the Christmas crafts I created this season, this one has to be the easiest and has the most beautiful outcome. No power tools or saws; just paint and stencils! What you will need: Blank wood letters from...

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  • 5 Quick & Easy Wall Stencils!
    Christina Leone

    5 Quick & Easy Wall Stencils!

    Being at home so much this passed year can really make you start thinking about the design of your home more than usual and sometimes you just cant put your finger on what exactly you want to add or change....

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  • Dollar Tree DIY : Christmas Edition!
    Christina Leone

    Dollar Tree DIY : Christmas Edition!

    I love making all of my Christmas decorations into a DIY so I am going to show you an easy and inexpensive DIY from the Dollar Tree using stencils! So let's get started: What you will need: Red oven mitts...

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  • 3 DIY Wooden Christmas Trees
    Christina Leone

    3 DIY Wooden Christmas Trees

    As you guys might know by now, I LOVE getting hands on and making my own Christmas Decor for the holidays and one of my favorite projects is making wooden Christmas Trees! Today I am going to be sharing 3...

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  • How to: DIY Christmas Ornaments!
    Christina Leone

    How to: DIY Christmas Ornaments!

    Decorating the tree is always such a fun activity to do with family and friends and it can be even more fun making a couple ornaments yourself! Today I am sharing 2 different styles of Christmas ornaments that can be...

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