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My First Brush With Stencils - From Curb Painting Business To Stencil Store Serving Millions

My first exposure to stencils came in the summer between my sophomore and junior years of high school. I failed to land a job. I’d be lying if I said I tried very hard to find one. I was pretty sh...

How to Make a DIY Wedding Welcome Sign

My friend Taylor got married a few weekends ago. Naturally, being the kind stencil-company-running gentleman I am, I asked what I could do to help make his wedding more beautiful, awesome, and may...

The Story of Stencil Stop

Since we started Stencil Stop 3 years ago, I have strived for transparency for our employees and customers. If you work for me, I try my best to always give my honest thoughts and opinions. Custom...

Choosing The Best Stencil Material - 10 Crucial Factors To Consider

14 mil Mylar Plastic 3 mil Adhesive Matte Polyester Types of Projects Sidewalk painting, shipping crates, cornhole boards, signage, tables Interior decorating, fingernails, mugs, glas...

New Year, New Me, New Masterpieces...

We all love a good redemption story- I mean truly love it! Every human I know has a soft heart for a tragedy turned around whether it's a relationship restored, a huge mistake at work somehow reco...

DIY Wrapping Paper

For all those times when PRESENT-ation is everything, this DIY is a must! It's so easy, simple and really a nice personal touch to add a little extra to gift giving. The holidays are generally pre...

7 Steps To Make Your Own DIY Serving Tray

Gear up for the holiday season by creating a DIY serving tray that embodies the spirit of the holidays - gathering together with loved ones!

Back-To-School Chalkboard Lunchbox DIY

Your child will have the coolest lunchbox around after you're done with this DIY! Using chalkboard spray paint, a tin lunchbox and a stencil, a star (well okay, a chalkboard lunchbox) is born.

Top 10 University of Georgia Bulldogs DIY Projects

We've collected the top University of Georgia Bulldogs DIY projects for the ultimate Dawg fanatics! Get ready for Saturdays in the South by putting your spin on these fun projects!

10 Awesome Father's Day DIY Gifts (That Aren't For Kids)

I love giving homemade gifts, especially for Father's Day, but struggled to find many options online that weren't crafts for children. My dad loves me, but I really don't think he wants a paper tie...

DIY Nautical Crab Stencil Wall Art

Wanting to capture the warm, beachy feel of my grandma's house on the water, I used shades of blue, white and metallic gold to make this nautical crab DIY wall art. Done within 15 minutes, this pro...

Top 10 Clemson Tigers DIY Projects

We've rounded up the top Clemson Tigers DIY projects on the web today. From home decor to tailgate must-haves. You'll feel the Tiger pride in every project! 

Create a DIY Etched Glass

DIY custom etched glass is inexpensive and achievable by following our simple tutorial! This entire project only costs $10 and is super easy!

How to Use a Stencil to Burn Letters on Wood (Step-By-Step)

Burning your team's logo onto wood is the hottest way to incorporate your faves into your decor. No pun intended. Check out the DIY tutorial here!

Use a Stencil to Create a Hand-Carved Logo Sign

Don't waste money on other people's carved wooden signs! Make exactly what you want by following this step-by-step tutorial.

How to Stencil Easter Eggs

Step up your Easter egg decorating game this year by stenciling on designs! Learn from our mistakes and read the full tutorial here.