Painting a Sisal Rug

I have seen many photos of painted and stenciled sisal rugs and read many “how to” articles, but it was not until just recently that I actually tried doing a project. A client asked if I could paint a geometric design she had seen in a magazine. I read up on the technique and materials used, […]...
Designer Profile: Jeff Raum

Jeff Raum Jeff Raum Stencils Moorpark, CA Stencil designer Jeff Raum has followed a colorful career path. After receiving a B.F.A. in commercial design, he worked as a scenic artist for animated TV commercials in New York City, eventually becoming an art director. He later became a Broadway make-up designer, working with such stars as […]...
Stencil 101 Décor
Ed Roth’s latest book, Stencil 101 Décor, has been released. Inside are 10 washable, reusable and recyclable plastic precut stencils in various motifs from geometric to nature inspired. The designs are meant to be tiled, for an allover wallpaper effect. Use them to add style to walls, floors, and furniture in your own home. Stencil […]...
Silhouette Stencils
I recently stumbled upon the wonderful website of the Artful Stencil. They feature a Silhouette Family that would be great to stencil and frame. This site also offers a pdf you can download which features some clever project ideas. The Stencil Library is also a great source to find a wide variety of silhouette stencils. […]...
TV Alert: Extreme Makeover Home Edition

Don’t miss ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home Edition tomorrow night. StencilTalk contributor Debra Campbell, owner of Wallartistry and the Midwest School of Italian Plasters, was chosen to take part in the home for this Sunday’s episode. Details about the show have to be kept under wraps until it airs, but Debra tells us they worked on […]...