How to Use Airbrush Stencils
Adhere the stencil to the surface you want to airbrush., Fill in the negative space with ink., Pull the stencil off and remove any tape that remains on the airbrushed surface.,Make sure the ink on the stencil is dry before you use it again.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Adhere the stencil to the surface you want to airbrush.
Cut a short piece of cheap masking tape and hold it by either end.
Gently press it down on your shirt or another clean surface to thin out some of the adhesive.
Tear off a 1 to 2 inch (2.5 to
5.1 cm) pieces off the tape and attach the ends to make loops with the adhesive side up.
Place the loops on the underside of the stencil.
Press the stencil gently onto the fabric. -
Step 2: Fill in the negative space with ink.
The stencil should have a wide enough border that you can ink the negative space without leaving any “blow by,” or ink outside the stencil. , Try to lift it straight off without dragging it from side to side to avoid smudges. , -
Step 3: Pull the stencil off and remove any tape that remains on the airbrushed surface.
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Step 4: Make sure the ink on the stencil is dry before you use it again.
Detailed Guide
Cut a short piece of cheap masking tape and hold it by either end.
Gently press it down on your shirt or another clean surface to thin out some of the adhesive.
Tear off a 1 to 2 inch (2.5 to
5.1 cm) pieces off the tape and attach the ends to make loops with the adhesive side up.
Place the loops on the underside of the stencil.
Press the stencil gently onto the fabric.
The stencil should have a wide enough border that you can ink the negative space without leaving any “blow by,” or ink outside the stencil. , Try to lift it straight off without dragging it from side to side to avoid smudges. ,
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