Many stencils draw heavily from the 19th- and 20th-century Arts and Crafts movement, making them an ideal complement to bungalow and Craftsman Revival homes. Even homeowners with limited artistic ability can create charming decorative designs using the may styles and shapes available.
There are many ways stencils can be arranged and applied. A border of small stencils lends a subtle accent high on a wall. Repeating larger patterns creates a wallpaper effect.
Use one color for a clean and uncluttered look, or use several colors for a more elaborate design. Using textured paint or plaster instead of flat paint can give your design a three-dimensional pop.
