Harlequin Argyle Stencils, set of 2 stencil sheets

Create harlequin or argyle backgrounds for your greetings cards with this pair of pattern stencils.

Two sheets of A5 stencils, one is the classic diamond or harlequin pattern, and the second features a design which enables you to add the classic argyle criss cross lines, use this stencil with a smaller soft brush or even use a gel pen for speed.

You can get a two tone harlequin effect by using the diamond stencil once, with one colour, or you can add more tones by rotating the stencil 180˚ and using another colour.

These stencils are beautifully sized to work with card fronts that are 4.25 by 5.5 inches which is the most commonly used USA card size. 

They can of course be used on European A6 or any card size, but just be aware that the size of the diamonds means that on a US card front, you can get 3 full diamonds across by three full diamonds up and down, - see card samples, all the samples are US sized cards. On A6 size cards which are a slightly different proportion the diamonds may appear differently.

The proportions of these diamonds work well with dies already on the market, such as Spellbinders diamond shaped dies.

Highly detailed designs, for best results use soft brushes and stamping inks. I cut these stencils myself in house and so please allow an extra few days for delivery. You may find a small amount of 'tack' on the reverse of these stencils when you first receive them, the making process involves using sticky carrier sheets. It will come off easily when you wash them, but I like to leave it on for the first couple of used as it helps the stencil stay put while I practice the new image.

These stencils themselves are each A5 size - which is 5.8 by 8.3 inches in size (148 by 210 mm) and are made from Mylar plastic. There are 2 stencil sheets in this set.

They are semi opaque and you can see through them to position them exactly where you want. 

Very easily cleaned with baby wipes or water and a little soap if necessary. They are perfect for creating backgrounds and focal points. 

We design detailed stencils and some of them can be quite delicate so take care when handling.

Use soft brushes to colour the open spaces and achieve complex patterns by layering, using in sequence or stencilling the same design again in a different position. See the pics for ideas.

Sponges may be used but you should use an up and down daubing motion for best results, dragging a sponge across a detailed stencil could result in damage to the stencil.