Stencils are one of my most reached for tools and I’m always looking for new and inspirational designs.\u00a0 Enter Margaret Applin and the sixteen\u00a0styles debuting today.\u00a0 All but two are 6″ x 9″, so perfect for many types of projects.<\/p>\n
The other two are unique in that they were designed to\u00a0fit the 8″ Round Gel Press Plate and are named Plated Floral #1 and Plated Flora #2.\u00a0 With them you can create pretty floral prints that take advantage of the round plate shape.\u00a0 Of course you’re not limited to working in the round; they’re useful for all kinds of square or rectangular projects too.<\/p>\n
Not to be left out of the spotlight, there are also rectangular designs that are similar to the Plated Florals.\u00a0 We named the Floral Frame #1-4 and as you’ll see they’re pretty awesome too.<\/p>\n
You’ll also notice that the imagery in some of the others coordinate.\u00a0 There’s Bud Toss, Bud Vines, and Bud Variety that all feature very similar shaped flowers and leaves, allowing you to maximize your creative options.\u00a0 Having elements that are similar means you create continuity with no real effort.<\/p>\n
Check out the two named Rosettes #1 and #2 for mandala-like deigns.\u00a0 Spray and outline.\u00a0 Trace with a pen and color, or do what Margaret has been experimenting with: spritz color through the round shape onto fabric, let it dry, then stitch the shapes.\u00a0 If you can think it, you probably can do it!<\/p>\n