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Reddit mentions of X-ACTO Designer Series #1 Hobby and Craft Knife (X3254)

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X-ACTO Designer Series #1 Hobby and Craft Knife (X3254)
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Premium, soft grip and an ergonomic handle to provide extra comfortRear blade release allows for easy and safe blade changingIncludes #11 Classic Fine Point Blade
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ColorBlack
Height1 Inches
Length3.06 Inches
Number of items1
Size1 Pack
Weight0.1 Pounds
Width8.62 Inches
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Found 2 comments on X-ACTO Designer Series #1 Hobby and Craft Knife (X3254):

u/10101042101010 ยท 5 pointsr/howto

That version comes with a "rear blade release" tool.

Unsure how to use it, but that's what my limited google search found.

http://www.amazon.com/X-ACTO-Designer-Hobby-Craft-X3254/dp/B002A2QTGK

u/dialtoneplus ยท 1 pointr/stencils

There's a lot of ways to approach stenciling. I just started about 5 months ago and have a decent number of pieces completed, but i'm still learning each time I cut and paint.

I'll be happy to share a list of what I use, but just keep an open mind and remember that there's not just a single way to do this.

[] Materials []

  • I use #11 blades [Link]
  • I alternate between these two knives [[link]
    (https://www.amazon.com/X-ACTO-Designer-Hobby-Craft-X3254/dp/B002A2QTGK/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&qid=1501185899&sr=8-22&keywords=xacto+11+knife)    ] [link]
  • Painters tape [Link]
  • Spray Mount (Not spray adhesive - I just learned this last week) [link]
  • 110lb cardstock paper
  • Clear scotch tape

  • As for paint I just started using Montana, which is a nice-to-have but definitely not necessary. I did a lot of my first pieces with Rusto - in general just stay away from gloss, super gloss, high gloss (it can work, but in general you will have an easier time with flat/mattes.) I went through a lot of trial and error with paint - I bought some Krylon paint which was at a higher price point and it was absolute shit (very watery and runny no matter how long I shook my cans.)


    [] General Tips []

  • Making your stencils is definitely a part where people's methods differ (specifically in photoshop and breaking up your layers.) Just search YouTube and find a method that works with you.

  • For larger pieces I use rasterbator. Stich them together with clear scotch tape and cut as usual. I tape both sides of the seams/edges.

  • Take your time with your cuts
  • Make sure your workspace is clean
  • Let your layers dry
  • Make sure your stencils are laying flat
  • shake the shit outta your cans (especially with cheaper paint.) When you think you've shaken enough, shake for another 60 seconds.
  • Mind the distance between your cans and the canvas (or whatever medium you're painting on)
  • Take it easy on the paint, you don't need much to create a solid layer.


    Hope this is helpful, remember to share your pieces!