This is a fun and easy project that will spruce up your wardrobe, or make a fabulous gift! I purchased a Rayon scarf from a second hand shop that was solid green, w/o pattern. A little craft paint and Layers of Color art stencils added the splash of decorative color! I wear it with a turquoise blouse, either around my neck or in my hair.
Materials:
- Scarf
- Layers of Color Natural Flourish and Belle Brocade art stencils
- Acrylic craft paint (turquoise and apple green)
- Fabric medium
- Wedge make up sponge
- Newspaper or spare paper for underneath project
- Optional hairdryer
- Lay down a stack of newspapers and put the scarf flat on top of the paper. Position the Natural Flourish art stencil on top of the scarf.
- Mix craft paint and fabric medium according to medium instructions. I didn’t use medium on my scarf, but it will allow the paint to be less stiff.
- Using the wedge make up sponge, dab a light coat of mixed paint over the art stencil. Add a second layer of paint if necessary.
- Lift the scarf off of the paper and dry with a hair dryer before moving on to the next area. Don’t allow the scarf to dry on the paper or it will stick to it.
- Repeat with Belle Brocade art stencil, using a portion of the stencil design.
TIPS:
It’s best to clean the stencil between applications. It’s easier to clean the stencil when the paint is wet, and you’ll be less likely to get paint seeping under the stencil. Change paper between stencil use as well.
I wore my stenciled scarf the day I made it! Try matching jeans, a bag or a hat, too! What fun!
Have a colorful and creative day,
Laura I just love what you did with that beautiful scarf…you’ll have to show us how it looks on!
Lovely scarf — beautiful colors! I’m with Abby — you need to post a picture of you wearing your creation!
Wow Laura – this is gorgeous! I love the colour combinations and the ‘dreamy look you have achieved with the stencils – people will be ordering these next! LOL! Yes – I agree – we need a photo of you modeling it! This is fabulous and so creative Laura – your Art Stencils are a HUGE hit!! Love them – love this! {{{hugs}}}
WOW!!!! I like it!!!!
THUD…this is gorgeous and love this idea. Beautiful scarf and what a beautiful look created with these stencils
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This is fabulous!!!! Love that you used it for clothes!!!
Gorgeous scarf. Love the turquoise on the green.
Laura this is so beautiful! I’m definately going to have to try this..when I find a nice scarf!! It adds such a pretty and delicate touch to it! Just gorgeous!
TFS
Hugs,
Charlotte