Custom Monogram Stenciled Cornhole Boards
Follow the rules of fun to the letter with this Custom Monogram Stenciled Cornhole Boards Project from Oak Lane Studio!
What are the types of stencils?
At Oak Lane Studio, we make stencils for a variety of purposes, from interior design to home décor to personalizing unique gifts!
What to use for stenciling?
We have everything you need to for your stenciling project, including an incredible selection of stencils for all occasions and tastes, brushes, rollers, paints, adhesives, etc.
What paint to use for stenciling?
The type of paint you need depends on the application. We offer acrylic paints for indoor projects and patio paints for outdoor use. For fabrics, just mix a little Fabric Medium (available on our website) with the acrylic paint. Acrylic paint can also be for glass and whiteboards by mixing it with household dish soap.
Do you pull stencil off wet or dry?
It’s best to remove your stencil while the paint is wet. This will prevent dry, peeling paint from ruining the crisp, clean lines created by utilizing proper stenciling techniques.
How do you keep paint from bleeding under stencils?
It’s easy to prevent paint from bleeding underneath your stencil. Simply ensure that your brush or roller is barely wet with paint. This is achieved, after soaking the foam or bristles, by repeatedly swirling or rolling it onto a stack of paper towels prior to applying the paint through the stencil. Layer the color using numerous light coats.
Here's what you'll need:
- Custom Designer Holmby Hills Monogram and Name Cornhole Board Stencils
- Americana Acrylic Paint
- Kelly Green
- Navy Blue
- Titanium White
- Repositionable Spray Adhesive
- High Density Foam Roller
- Craft Stencil Brush
- Paint Tray
- Frog Tape
- Paper Plates
- Paper Towels
- Electric sander / sandpaper (if needed to remove old paint)
- White primer / paint combo
- Flat or angle paint brushes
- Rust-Oleum Marine Coatings Spar Varnish
Instructions for building your own cornhole board can be found via a simple Google or YouTube search. In lieu of this, you can take a pair of old cornhole boards and refinish them.
First, sand down the top and sides of the boards using an electric sander (or sandpaper, if you want the exercise), removing as much paint or damage from wear and tear as possible.
Next, give the boards a couple of coats of a white primer/paint combination and allow to dry completely.
Next, take your custom stencil, flip it over, and spray the underside with Repositionable Spray Adhesive. Wait at least 30 seconds for it to cure.
Use Frog Tape to carefully mask the areas of the design that will later be painted green.
Thoroughly shake your bottle of Navy Blue Americana Acrylic Paint and pour out a small amount onto a paper plate.
Take your high density foam roller and repeatedly roll it partially into the paint to gradually and evenly soak the foam.
Remove excess paint by rolling it a couple of times on a stack of paper towels.
Too much paint on the roller or brush can result in bleeding underneath the stencil.
Apply the color using numerous light coats.
Use a stencil brush to touch up areas that are tighter where the roller can't get as well.
Be sure to remove excess paint by swirling the bristles on the paper towels, as you did with the roller.
Use the same swirling motion to apply the color.
When finished with the blue, carefully remove the Frog Tape. If needed, try using a pair of tweezers to help lift a corner of each piece of tape.
The next paint color is Kelly Green.
Use a brush for smaller areas where more control is needed - especially if you haven't waited for the blue to dry and then masked the areas surrounding what will be the green elements.
Apply the green color again using light coats.
Once completed, and before the paint has dried completely, pull the stencil straight up and peel it away.
To protect your cornhole board from wear and weather, add a couple of coats of marine varnish!
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