Bleach stencils

[Joe Hillmann]

I just stumbled across a new use for the laser, making stencils for bleaching shirts. It leaves a very distinctive look. I would put a link but it is to another forum. Do a search for "Guide on How to Bleach Fabric stencil revolution" and it should be the first result. I think the stencils could cut with the laser, the only thing you have to keep in mind is you are working in negative.

[Henri Sallinen]

Thanks for the hint Joe!

You can also find some useful tutorials if you find yourself to the correct stencil-website.

[Dave Sheldrake]

Thanks Joe,

As it happens I have just been asked about shirt stencils so very useful info,

best wishes

Dave

[Dan Hintz]

The guy gave a nice write-up on the entire process, too.

[Joe Hillmann]

I would assume the same stencil process could be used with the same paints that are used for air brushing on shirts. Although I don't think you could get the same effect as with bleach. For someone who already owns a laser to make the stencils it is a cheap way to get in to shirt decorating without the expense of screen printing equipment.