SARAH M DORSEY DESIGNS
STEP ONE: Create a template
of your design using a drawing
computer program such as
Illustrator. Print on several pieces
of 8.5 x 11 paper and tape
together. Map out your pattern
on your rug using tape. Run tape
down the middle of the points of
your shape so they line up.
STEP TWO: Trace the pattern
onto the plywood.
STEP FOUR: Lay your plywood template on your
rug, remove tape in the area you are about to
paint. Using a small gun lightly spray the edges. If
you don’t have a spray gun can you use a brush,
however you may get feathered edges. Press firmly
on the plywood to prevent underspray.
Tip: Use some old paper or something similar
around the edges to prevent overspray landing on
your rug outside your shape.
STEP THREE: Cut out the pattern
using a jigsaw.
WHAT YOU NEED:
Plywood for stencil
Fabric medium: I
recommend Simple
spray upholstery
fabric paint.
Paint brush
Paint sprayer
Rug 5’11” x 8’2”
Jigsaw
Tape
STEP FIVE: Using a small good quality brush
paint the interior of your shape. Leave to dry.
Once dry apply a second even coat. You may
need to apply a further coat depending upon on
the material of rug.
Tip: Use a matt paint to reduce the sheen. Also a
lighter paint color will require less coats.
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