How to Make Stencils with Dollar Tree Cutting Mats

How to Make Stencils with Dollar Tree Cutting Mats! Make the perfect paint stencils using chopping mats from Dollar Tree. I love making my own reusable stencils, but stencil material can get pricy--Dollar Tree crafts are the BEST! I love finding things at the dollar store that I can use for something entirely different than its intended purpose--plus, they are nearly free crafts! Supplies Needed for DIY Stencils: affiliate links Set of 2 Flexible Chopping Mats from Dollar Tree  (you can buy these online if you buy 4 packages) Cricut Maker Deep Point Blade + Housing Strong Grip Mat Painters Tape Plaid Craft Paint Plaid Stencil Paint Brush Step 1: Set Up First things first. Begin by selecting a stencil image in Cricut Design Space. I just typed in "stencil" and picked one of the first few pictures I found, it's important that the images are designed for stencils so they translate better. Stencils are made so that you can paint or draw in the space that is cut out and then t...

How to Make a Back-to-School Tote bag: 2 COOL 2 BE 4 GOTTEN

How to Stencil and Paint a Back-to-School Tote bag: 2 COOL 2 BE 4 GOTTEN    Make the coolest painted tote bag for back-to-school, a trip to the library or to carry all your after school club stuff. This cute tote is decorated with the ever efficient math formula for school yearbook signing.    2 COOL + 2 BE    4 GOTTEN Raise your hand if you signed a yearbook, cast or some other autographed piece with this little equation! Supplies Needed for the 2 COOL Tote Bag: Plaid Acrylic Craft Paint (any variety works great!) Freezer Paper Cricut Machine Canvas Tote Bag Cricut EasyPress Mini or Household Iron Cricut Design Space Project file designed by me! Cricut 12x24 Mat Stencil Brush Cardboard Piece Step 1: Cut Freezer Paper Stencil Begin by typing out the text in Cricut Design Space. It's easy to use, but if it's a little intimidating to layout a design, you can make mine--link above in the supplies list. Lay the Freezer Paper on the 12x24 mat with the waxy si...