How to Create a Logo & Print a Stencil

Create a logo and print a stencil of it yourself.

Logos are used to brand a business, service, product line or anything that you wish. In order to have a real logo, it must be the exact same each time it is used or transferred. The best way to ensure that your logo is always the exact same is to print a stencil of it. You don't have to pay a professional to draft or print a stencil of your logo. With the appropriate computer software, you can create a logo and print a stencil of it yourself.

Things You'll Need

• Image-editing software
• Printer
• Utility knife

Instructions

1. Open your image-editing software. Most computers come pre-installed with image-editing software like Microsoft Paint. Utilize the tools provided within the software to create a logo. Click on the "Text Tool" to format and type text, or draw your own with the pen, paint and spray paint tools provided.

2. Select a font style and weight that portrays a logo style that coincides with your vision. For instance, thin, script font might be appropriate for a wedding business logo.

3. Consider the size your stencil should be, and adjust your font size accordingly. You might want to create several sizes. For instance, a larger font size would be ideal for a logo that will be imprinted on a T-shirt or vehicle, but a smaller one would be ideal for paper documents and stamps.

4. Print the logo by clicking the "Print" button in the toolbar at the top of the image-editing screen.

5. Cut out your logo from the paper with a utility knife to make a stencil. Simply trace the lines of the stencil image to cut.

Tips & Warnings

• Laminate the stencil of your logo to make it sturdy so that it lasts longer.

• Images with less detail make easier stencils.

• Save a backup copy of your logo on your computer hard drive so that you can print an additional stencil if need be.