Stencil Vinyl or Reusable: Which One is Better? Story

Stencil Vinyl or Reusable: Which One is Better?

Stencils are a great way to add detail and dimension to your Cricut projects.

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In this tutorial, I will teach you how to use both vinyl stencils and reusable stencils.

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Supplies

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Choose a design for your stencil and upload it to Cricut Design Space.

Scale the design to your preference. Then choose your material.

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In my case, I chose acetate, but mylar works too. Cut the stencil with your Cricut machine.

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Lift your stencil from your Cricut mat. Place your stencil onto the surface you are painting and tape down the edges with painter’s tape.

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Tap the link below to see the full instructionS.

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