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Who are Magnolia Print Design Co?

Magnolia Design Co.'s mission is to uplift, empower, and encourage everyone to design and share fun, beautiful crafting creations, while building relationships and opening doors for personal growth and financial opportunities.

Have a look at their website, www.magnoliadesignco.com

 

What are Magnolia Reusable Stencils?

Magnolia stencils are reusable silk screen stencils with an adhesive backing.

They allow you to create crisp, detailed designs using chalk paste, ink, bleach art gel, or other mediums.

Each stencil can typically be reused 8–10 times depending on care and cleaning.

 

How Do I Care for My Stencils?

After each use:

  1. Rinse the stencil with cool water.

  2. Remove excess paste or ink.

  3. Lay the stencil sticky side up to air dry.

  4. Once dry, place it back on the backing sheet.

Tips:

• Do not soak stencils in water
• Avoid baby wipes (they can damage adhesive)
• Disinfecting wipes can help restore stickiness

 

What Surfaces Can Magnolia Stencils be used on?

Magnolia stencils can be used on a wide variety of surfaces including:

• Wood
• Glass
• Chalkboards
• Mirrors
• Ceramic
• Fabric
• Metal
• Canvas

For best results, surfaces should be clean, dry, and smooth before applying the stencil.

 

Do I Need Special Tools to Use Magnolia Stencils?

No complicated tools are required.

Most projects use:

• A Magnolia stencil
• Chalk paste or ink
• A squeegee or applicator tool

These simple tools allow you to create professional-looking designs quickly and easily.

 

Can Magnolia Stencils be reused?

Yes.

Magnolia stencils are designed to be reused multiple times when properly cleaned and cared for.

Typical lifespan is 8–10 uses, depending on how they are used and maintained.

 

Why does my stencil lose stickiness?

Stencil adhesive can weaken over time due to:

• Dust or lint buildup
• Excess paste or ink residue
• Improper cleaning

Cleaning the back of the stencil with a disinfecting wipe can often help restore some tackiness.

 

What is Chalk Paste?

Chalk paste is a soft crafting paste that dries to a smooth, chalk-like finish.

It works best on non-porous surfaces such as chalkboards, glass, mirrors, and sealed wood.

On non-porous surfaces, designs can often be removed with water.

 

How long does Chalk Paste last?

When stored properly, chalk paste typically lasts around 6 months.

To extend its life:

• Store below 80°F
• Clean jar rims before sealing
• Lightly mist the surface with distilled water before closing


What is Permanent Ink?

Magnolia Permanent Ink creates long-lasting designs on fabrics and heat-safe surfaces.

After drying, the design must be heat set to become permanent.

Ink is commonly used on:

• T-shirts
• Tote bags
• Pillows
• ceramics and glassware

 

How do I Heat Set Ink on Fabric?

After the design dries for 24 hours:

Iron method

• Medium heat
• No steam
• 2 minutes front and back
• Use parchment paper barrier

Heat press

• 305°F
• 30 seconds front and back

 

What is the difference between Chalk Paste and Ink?

Both Chalk Paste and Permanent Ink are designed to be used with Magnolia reusable silk screen stencils, but they are intended for different types of surfaces.

Chalk Paste

• Best for hard surfaces such as chalkboards, wood, glass, mirrors, and metal
• Dries to a soft, chalk-like finish
• On non-porous surfaces it can often be removed with water
• Great for seasonal décor or designs you may want to change later

Permanent Ink

• Designed for fabrics and heat-safe surfaces
• Creates a permanent design once heat set
• Commonly used on items like t-shirts, tote bags, pillows, and ceramics

If you want a removable décor design, use Chalk Paste.
If you want a permanent fabric or heat-set design, use Ink.

 

Bleach Art Gel

  1. Bleach Art Gel allows you to create bleached stencil designs on fabric.

    It works best on cotton or blended fabrics like T-shirts, sweatshirts, tote bags, and banners.

    The gel lightens the fabric color rather than adding pigment, creating a vintage distressed effect.

    Use in a well-ventilated area and always rinse fabric after the bleaching process is complete.

Scorch Paste

  1. Scorch Paste creates a wood-burned look using heat.

    After applying through a stencil and allowing the paste to dry, heat activates the burning effect to create a permanent engraved style design.

    Best used on:

    • unfinished wood
    • natural fabrics

    Avoid using on sealed or painted surfaces.