How to Stencil the Alphabet on a Wall

The alphabet makes a cute designed border for a child's room, play room or class room. Using stencils to create the alphabet makes the work go a lot easier, and allows creative designs and colors. Stenciling is fun and adds an educational flare to the wall.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Pick a font and design for the alphabet stencils. Compare options at a local craft store or online store. Take into account the size of the letters.

2. Decide on a design for your stencil project. Stencil letters around the ceiling edge or mid-section of the walls.

3. Clean and dry walls before starting.

4. Line up all letters on a straight line by first measuring all the way around the room and drawing a straight line with light pencil that can be erased later. Use a level or measuring tape to draw your guide line. If you don't want the letters in a straight line, consider putting them in a curved pattern that's easier to stencil.

5. Place the first letter stencil where you want it. Hold it in place with painters tape. Use a stencil paint brush, and paint over the first letter until it is done. Remove the stencil, and repeat the process for each letter.

6. Add a line under the letters by painting freehand, or use the letters as part of a bigger project or mural on the wall.

7. Consider covering the finished alphabet with a clear sealer if it is near the bottom of the wall. This protects it from stains, and allows the wall to be washed without affecting the stenciled work.

Tips & Warnings

• Use a paint close to your wall color to fix any bad lines you get on the letters.
• Don't get your brush too wet. The paint will run under the stencil.
• Clean paint off stencil so it doesn't build up and affect the finished product.

Resources

• Find alphabet stencils at Primitive Stenciling.
• Find more alphabet letters at Stencil Planet.