How Do You Make Freezer Paper Stencils?
Crafters everywhere know that stenciling is a creative way to add a special touch to an everyday item like an apron or t-shirt. Sometimes, though, the perfect stencil isn’t available. Solve that problem by making unique and inexpensive freezer paper stencils by following these directions. Buy freezer paper. Most grocery stores carry it. Then select a stencil design. They can be found free online by searching for stencil images or can be traced out of books. Wash any item that is going to be stenciled. This will allow for any sizing to be removed from the fabric as well as do any shrinking the garment may undergo before the stencil is applied. Change the stencil size if necessary. If doing baby clothes, the stencil needs to be small. Adjust the image size on the computer or use a photocopier. Trace the desired pattern onto the freezer paper. Make sure the paper is placed wax side down before tracing. Cut out the stencil design with scissors or an X-Acto knife. Cut out any part of the de