Aaah, stencils… my favorite topic! I mean, really, there are sooooo many things you can do with this “cheap & cheerful” crafting tool! A typical mixed media approach to stenciling is to use it selectively on a project. You can use this same approach for card making too! What this will do is use the pattern of the stencil to help break up a background – making the stenciling more of a supporting role in your project, instead of a front-and-center element!

supplies for selective stenciling

You don’t need much to achieve great results. In fact, you don’t need anything special! Of course, if you need to do some shopping, I always have supplies linked below and at the end of the post. But, before you shop, be sure to check out my Crafty Sales page for any deals you can take advantage of at your favorite crafting haunts.

• Stencil
• Cardstock
• Ink (any kind, and even multiple colors if you want!)
• Blending tool (foam or brush)

Looking for more specials and deals from your favorite craft stores?
Check out my Crafty Sales page – UPDATED DAILY!

steps to selective stencil

1. Secure stencil over cardstock.
2. With a very lightly loaded blending tool, apply color over the stencil in selective locations. Consider where elements will be placed over top in order to ensure that some of the stenciling will show behind.
3. If desired, shift stencil and apply another light, random layer in the same or coordinating color for added visual interest.
4. If using a layering stencil set, use the additional random layers with the same or a coordinating ink color for added visual interest.

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watch the technique tutorial

My How To tutorial videos are filmed with real-time narration. You can pull out your supplies and follow along because there’s no editing, except for drying time. Pause when you need to, but otherwise, get ready and create right along with me!