The Best Stencils for Kids

Mr. Pen Letter and Numbers Stencils, Pack of 5

Stencil in style

Offering five different fonts and sizes, this pack from Mr. Pen is perfect for stencilers of all ages.

Best Overall

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This 5-pack from Mr. Pen has all the features that we look for in a stencil set. It also comes at a bargain price point. Made out of slightly flexible plastic, these stencil kits are built to last through countless crafts. The different sizes and font styles are also a nice way to spice up your projects. Thoughtfully designed, these stencils don’t slip around while you trace your letters and they’re even slightly transparent to allow you to see your work.

Pros:

• Great price
• Easy to use for kids and adults alike
• Comes in a pack of five

Cons:

• The smaller stencils are thick, so you can only use them with a very fine, thin pencil or pen

DEPEPE 12 pcs Plastic Stencil Kit

Let your brush guide you

These elegant stencils offer a variety of images for artists looking to add some beautiful dreamy images to their world.

Best For Painting

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This stencil kit is perfect if you are redoing or painting a wall, set of drawers, or anything else that needs some sprucing. The plastic is eco-friendly and paint comes off easily with water and a towel. The edges are rounded so you aren’t going to poke yourself which is a nice design touch.

Pros:

• Great for painting and safe
• Safe for kids

Cons:

• Not a ton of animal shapes

Ozziko Stencils for Kids Kit

Perfect for the crafty kid

This complete stencil set has everything you need, including stencils, pencils, and a nifty carrying case.

Best Complete Set

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Young kids can get lost in creative thoughts for hours with this stencil kit from Ozziko. The kit includes 20 colored pencils, paper, a pencil sharpener, a variety of stencils, and even a carrying case. Trust us, the carrying case is important for tidying up after the youngsters splay everything out across the floor. The stencils themselves are easy to use and features a wide range of shapes and letters, including dinosaurs and other cool animals. If you get this set as a gift, it’s sure to be a hit.

Pros:

• Ready to go, right out of the bag
• Makes for a great gift

Cons:

• Some of the smaller stencil shapes are too small for large pencils to fit through

Zonon 20 Pieces Sea Ocean Creatures Stencils

Perfect for the crafty kid

This complete stencil set has everything you need, including stencils, pencils, and a nifty carrying case.

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Stencils help us bring our fantasies to life. This 20-piece variety pack from Zonon is replete with magical mermaids, friendly jellyfish, and crabs that don’t pinch. It’s a big hit for fans of mermaid movies, as well as those that love zoology. We also love how these stencils, though durable, are quite thin. That means you can use just about any drawing instrument you please to carve along the lines. You can also use these for paints.

Pros:

• Easy to use with a variety of drawing utensils
• Available in several different sizes
• The images are detailed and beautiful
• the slightly flexible material means you can apply these to some curved surfaces

Cons:

• Due to the thinness, these aren’t very durable

Czong 21 Pieces Stencils Set

Variety is the spice of life

With over 300 patterns, this 21-piece stencil set from Czong never goes stale.

Best Variety

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This stencil set has so many different patterns, it would take hours just to trace them all. It’s a great way to keep a couple of kids occupied for a long time since the creative combinations are nearly endless. From dinosaurs to unicorns, this set offers so much variety that even picky kids will find something worth tracing. And although they’re slightly flexible, these stencils are the perfect thickness for long-lasting artistic fun.

Pros:

• Great for those shopping on a budget
• Includes a storage bag
• With 21 stencils, it’s a great set for entertaining multiple kids

Cons:

• The stencils are opaque, so you can’t see your drawing until you lift the stencil from the paper

Frequently Asked Questions

Will hot water melt my stencil?

Over time the use of hot water could melt or dent a stencil kit. Stick with lukewarm to cold water. If you have an annoying stain gently rub with a towel or a sponge and if necessary, soak the stencil in lukewarm to coldish water for a little while.

Can I tape my stencil to the wall or a piece of furniture?

Yes. If you’re painting, use painter’s blue tape when sticking a stencil to a wall or piece of furniture. Be careful not to bend and flex your stencil too much to furniture because it can break.