Coastal DIY: How to Stencil a Sea Turtle on a Blended Stain Canvas

Create a Stunning Sea Turtle Stenciled Canvas

Hey friends! Amanda Dillon of Mettle Modern Design brought ocean-inspired calm to her latest Essential Stencil live by blending gorgeous stain colors and layering in our Sea Turtle Stencil. Whether you’re dreaming of coastal decor or want to try your hand at creative stain blending, this project is beginner-friendly and super satisfying!

Table of Contents

• Materials
• Step-by-Step Instructions
• Helpful Tips
• Final Look

Materials

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare and Stain the Background

Start with a clean 12x12" wood canvas. Paint the entire surface with white stain as a base coat and let it dry completely.

Apply navy stain to the bottom portion of the board.

Add Oasis Blue above the navy section and spritz lightly with water.

Blend the colors to create a subtle ombré ocean effect. Once dry, gently sand the surface.

2. Stencil the Sea Turtle

Position the stencil and tape it securely. Start stenciling with Deep Turquoise, then layer Viridian Blue for depth.

Blend in Iridescent Fluorescent Green and a pop of Yellow Ochre to complete the look.

Helpful Tips

Final Look

Here’s the final result—an ocean-inspired turtle design with soft, blended color and just a touch of shimmer. Amanda suggests adding resin to elevate the final finish even more!

Grab the Sea Turtle Stencil and start creating your own beachy masterpiece!

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