Large-scale stencils are a great way to add a focal point to your wall. We took this stenciled look even further by adding a pattern within the stencil.
Layered Patterns. It may look like the work of pros, but it's easy to achieve these results with large masking patterns and traditional Mylar stencils.
Masking patterns come with three layers: the actual pattern, backing paper, and transfer paper. Be sure to follow the included instructions for removing the backing paper and transferring the pattern to the wall.
Once our pattern was in place, we were ready to add paint. We started in the center of each opening and worked toward the edges with a “dabbing” motion.
When we were finished painting the larger form, we left the masking pattern on the wall. After the paint was dry, we positioned a Mylar stencil on the section we wanted to overlay. Then we used paint thinned with extender to fill in the openings in the stencil.
This layered pattern technique adds unexpected interest to a project. You can stencil different patterns over every part of your design, or apply them selectively like we did on this wall.
