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🍉 Sweet Summertime Stencil Projects – Watermelon & Popsicle Wood Signs 🌸🍧
Hi friends! 🌸
Sharon Hankins from I Restore Stuff is back with the March 2026 Stencil of the Month Club — and this one is full of bright, cheerful summer vibes!
In this tutorial, Sharon created two adorable seasonal pieces using the March 2026 Stencil of the Month:
- 🍉 A layered Watermelon “Slice of Summer” sign (Premium Set)
- 🍧 A Sweet Summertime Popsicle sign (Basic Set)
Let’s jump into both projects!
Table of Contents
🍉 Watermelon “Slice of Summer” Sign (Premium Set)
Materials:
- March 2026 Stencil of the Month – Premium Set
- Stencil Brush Set | Pure Natural Bristle Brushes
- Wood board (pre-painted off-white)
- Bright pink paint
- Bright green paint
- Black paint
- Light grey paint
- Stencil tape
Step 1: Prep & Background
Start with your board pre-painted in off-white. Make sure the surface is clean and completely dry before stenciling.
Position the polka dot stencil from the Premium Set onto the board. Using a stencil brush, fill the dots with light grey paint. Repeat until the entire board is covered. Let dry.
Step 2: Stencil the Watermelon
Center the Slice of Summer stencil on your board and tape it down securely.
Using a clean stencil brush, fill the watermelon flesh using bright pink paint. Allow to dry, then apply a second coat for full coverage.
With another stencil brush, fill in the watermelon rind using bright green paint. Apply a second coat for a bold finish.
Stencil the wording and ants using black paint. Let dry, then apply a second coat for a crisp look.
Step 3: Add the Layered Seeds
Position the seed stencil inside the watermelon and stencil using black paint.
The layered stencil makes it incredibly easy to get crisp, two-tone details with dimension.
Helpful Tips:
- Use very little paint on your brush to prevent bleed-through.
- Offload excess paint onto a paper towel before stenciling.
- Apply thin coats and build color gradually.
🍧 Sweet Summertime Popsicle Sign (Basic Set)
Materials:
- March 2026 Stencil of the Month – Basic Set
- Stencil Brush Set | Pure Natural Bristle Brushes
- Wood chunky board (pre-painted off-white)
- Bright pink paint
- Bright green paint
- Black paint
- White paint
Step 1: Prep Your Board
Start with a clean, dry chunky wood board painted off-white.
Step 2: Stencil the Popsicle
Position the Sweet Summertime stencil from the Basic Set onto the board.
Fill in the popsicle and flowers using bright pink paint.
Using a dome brush, fill the popsicle stick with bright green paint.
Stencil the wording using black paint. Apply a second coat for fuller coverage.
Once dry, align the seed layer stencil. Fill the seeds with black and add white paint for the lace detail accents.
Domed brushes are fantastic for tight areas and small details.
Helpful Tips:
- Use a smaller brush for detailed lettering.
- Light pressure helps avoid paint seepage.
- Let each layer dry before adding the next.
Join the Stencil of the Month Club
If you join now, you'll receive this March set mid-month.
Use Sharon’s code IRESTORESTUFF to save on your first month!
👉 Join the March 2026 Stencil of the Month Club here
Watch the Full Tutorial
Want to see Sharon create both projects step-by-step?
Grab your supplies and craft along with her here:
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