Using Transfer Paper for Stencils |
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You'll need just a few simple supplies to make stencils.
Spirit Transfer Paper, available here
Speed Stick Gel deodorant or
Alcohol Swabs
Pen or Pencil |
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Start with the image you want to use. Make a xerox copy of the image the size you'd like.
Remove the interleaving tissue in the Spirit Paper Set.
Tape the image to the transfer paper so it doesn't slip around as you trace over the lines.
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Using a ball point pen or hard pencil trace the image. Press firmly to ensure you transfer the image through all the layers of paper. |
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When you have completed tracing the image, cut around the stenciled area. |
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The skin needs to be moist for the stencil to transfer.
Using a gel based deororant such as speedstick or an alcohol swab to moisten the skin. |
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Gently place the transfer on the skin in the desired location.
Rub the paper across the skin transfering the image from the paper onto the body. Peel the paper off to reveal the image n the skin.
Transfers may be used several times. |
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The purple transfer is easy to follow. Just trace over the lines. |
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The completed pattern after following the stencil transfer. |
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Small details, bolder lines and additions to the design can be made easily once the initial design is applied.
This Thai mythological dog creature, "Loto" was applied in less than 30 minutes. |
