Crafts: Stenciling

  • Freezer Paper Stenciled Pyjamas! (And A Fun DIY Hanger Idea…)

    And now, for some more snowflake crafting! How about stenciling snowflakes on long underwear with freezer paper? This is one great idea for those men/teenage boys that are nearly impossible to craft for, dont you think? Or how about a fun gift for those five nephews……or dress your own kids up in matching custom family…

  • Recycle Plastic Bottles & Make Super Cute Apple Shaped Boxes!

      Apparently I have apples on the brain, which is not surprising given that Rosh HaShana is just over a week away! Last week I was looking at a plastic bottle and realized that the bottom of those that I have look very much like apples! After some complicated ideas involving spray paint, and only…

  • Make A Fun DIY Stenciled Coat Rack (For Kids?)

        Why not encourage your kids to hang up their stuff by providing them with a fun coat rack hung at their level! You may even have the supplies for this project hanging around collecting dust, like I did! And in case you’re wondering, I really am not all that handy, it’s just that I…

  • Make A Fun Freezer Paper Stenciled Pillowcase For Pesach!

    Have you discovered the joys of freezer paper stenciling? There are so many wonderful ways to use this simple technique I see lots more of it in my future! As part of the Pesach Seder, we use pillows at the table to “recline” while drinking the four cups of wine (grape juice for some) during…

  • Want Stencil Patterns With Depth? Use Joint Compound!

    A post or so ago, I spoke about using stencils to create decorative interest in your home. Now I want to let you in another simple decorating tip that is quite easy to do yet can be stunning. Instead of stenciling flat patterns on your walls, you can stencil something that will have both depth…

  • Revive Your Surfaces With Stenciling!

    A vintage metal cabinet gets a new look with a coat of paint and a stencil. The world of stenciling is vast, and there are so many ways to use this decorative technique that it could indeed boggle the mind. But in fact is stenciling is a relatively easy and simple way to add some…