Customization is king. With this awesome, entirely original stencil collection anyone can learn to make their mark. Our handy portfolio format includes 25 reusable stencils along with tips and tricks for stenciling on all sorts of surfacesfrom walls and furniture to T-shirts, cards, and even cake! Stencil maverick Ed Roth has chosen his favorite designs, ranging from urban-cool boom boxes and power lines to naturally fanciful sparrows and branches. Simple instructions take readers step-by-step through the process while photographs provide ample inspiration. Best of all, these stencils can be used over and over again. Simply clean, dry, and store them in the pocket glued at back!
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Graphic designer Ed Roth founded the business Stencil1 in Brooklyn in 2005. His iconic reusable stencils have been praised by many, including Martha Stewart, ReadyMade, and the New York Times.
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Ed Roth is a designer and artist who lives in Brooklyn, NY. Ed founded the business Stencil1 in 2004 after running an art gallery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Ed is the author of several books published by Chronicle Books: Stencil 101, Stencil 101 Decor, Stencil 201, Stencil 101 Stationery, and Stencil Style 101. His iconic stencil illustrations have been used and praised by many including Martha Stewart, coolhunting.com and The New York Times. While Ed runs Stencil1 he also consults with design companies and ad agencies on creating custom stencils for large brands such as the Gap and also advises on strategic guerrilla marketing. He has also done large scale stencil installations for the Ace Hotel NYC and Benjamin Moore headquarters. More projects with Chronicle Books are in the works as well as licensing of designs to home goods companies.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Stencil 101 by Ed Roth is one of those books that encourages you to tear out its pages. It contains 25 reusable stencils on glossy cardstock. And the very day it came in the mail my son was already pulling out the stencils and using them on a wooden case that was just screaming out for customization. And, hey, if something passes the teen boy test for coolness it must be pretty special. And he must be somebody special, too, because I let him use the book before I did.
I know it's been said so many times that it's ridiculous but really... these aren't your granny's stencils. You won't find any English ivy or country geese here. We're talking muscle cars and luchadores.
At the beginning is a brief history of stenciling and then a nice chapter on the basic stuff needed to get started. Then the author shows several projects using the stencils in the book. I wanted the book just for my journal pages but now I'm thinking my kitchen cabinets need an edgier look to them.
The book has a nice expandable pocket in the back to keep your used stencils in. As I mentioned earlier the stencils are on cardstock, glossy on both sides so you can flip them either way. They should hold up to many many sprays. Even after you pull out the stencil there is a page left in the book that shows the design so you can still flip through the book to know what designs you have without digging them all out of the pocket. Or if it came down to it and you lost your stencil and were too cheap to buy another you could scan the image and cut another.
Speaking of buying stencils, Ed has lots of them available at his website, Stencil [...] He also has his own line of spray inks. And don't forget to check out the awesome how-to videos while you're there.
I know it's been said so many times that it's ridiculous but really... these aren't your granny's stencils. You won't find any English ivy or country geese here. We're talking muscle cars and luchadores.
At the beginning is a brief history of stenciling and then a nice chapter on the basic stuff needed to get started. Then the author shows several projects using the stencils in the book. I wanted the book just for my journal pages but now I'm thinking my kitchen cabinets need an edgier look to them.
The book has a nice expandable pocket in the back to keep your used stencils in. As I mentioned earlier the stencils are on cardstock, glossy on both sides so you can flip them either way. They should hold up to many many sprays. Even after you pull out the stencil there is a page left in the book that shows the design so you can still flip through the book to know what designs you have without digging them all out of the pocket. Or if it came down to it and you lost your stencil and were too cheap to buy another you could scan the image and cut another.
Speaking of buying stencils, Ed has lots of them available at his website, Stencil [...] He also has his own line of spray inks. And don't forget to check out the awesome how-to videos while you're there.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By J. Chen
Format:Paperback
i made a stenciled tote bag with Ed's face on it! i love ED! and i love STENCILS! and everything just looks so cute and creative and personalized, it's alot cheaper and way more fun. especially if you wanna find something to bond with your kids, or a fun group project for a class of children, or a crafty pastime to share with some old lady at the Senior Citizen home who has no family or friends- GO volunteer to brighten up their day!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I've been a fan of Stencil1 stencils long before this book came out, and was absolutely delighted to see this collection in one handy set. The ideas are endless and the designs clean and classic. I love how the stencils are glossy so they wipe clean and can be used repeatedly. I recently took the book on my annual craft cruise and the cruisers LOVED them too. We used them on everything from fabric books to shrines and clothing. Excited to see what Ed comes up with next!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
Too big
Stencils are way bigger than they appear. They are a great size if you have a lot of space or area surface that needs covered.
Published 1 month ago by Bethany Green
4.0 out of 5 stars
great stencils
nice stencils and sizes. the stencils are make of a hard paper so you have to be extra careful when using them
Published 1 month ago by Maggi
5.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT BOOK & STENCILS!!
First,in the world of airbrushing,you can't go wrong with this book. It has some easy to understand instructions and tips. Some of the stencils,Iwas like.. Read more
Published 2 months ago by cmfd88
4.0 out of 5 stars
love these stencils
Ed Roths designs are amazing. I use then mostly for home decor, but i have been inspired to add some to t shirts and pillows... Read more
Published 2 months ago by chuckles n grins
4.0 out of 5 stars
Bad Ass
The info in the book is super helpful. I did not expect instructions for making your own stencils in photoshop or instructions on t-shirts and upholstery.
Published 2 months ago by Shawn
5.0 out of 5 stars
DIY stenciling... the basics
This is a fun book from Ed Roth, one of the daddy's of the DIY stencil movement. A basic but clear overview of how-to leads into page after page of detailed stencils. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jane Healy
3.0 out of 5 stars
It was okay
Very bland book. I expected more info on how to create your own spencils. The stencils included are pretty awesome though. I have come up with many uses for them.
Published 5 months ago by Bonnie Moore
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it!
I loved this book. We did the sparrows in our room and the roommates had a blast making t-shirts, pillow cases, and lots more!
Published 5 months ago by Km230
4.0 out of 5 stars
I wish the stencils were plastic, not paper!
We used these stencils to decorate onesies for my sister's baby shower. They turned out so cute!!! I tried to wash one of the stencils and it just got water logged and fell... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Becky
2.0 out of 5 stars
outdated images....disappointed
I just received this book, so haven't read it yet. BUT looking through the stencils, I am very disappointed. While the quality seems okay, the images are so outdated. Read more
Published 11 months ago by clarber
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