Stencils are cut from clear plastic sheets that are 6 Mil thick and acid free to prevent damage to projects.Making them flexible to also use on some cylinder shapes and see through to help keep on point of projects.You can use adhesive to hold them in place when needed.They are very light weight/thin, washable, reusable, and flexible.Stencils are cut with a cutting machine not a laser cutter.Stencil shown in negative form so image will stand out better, making the dark part the stenciland the white parts what is cut out. Sometimes there is some residue left over from the adhesive used tohold the plastic down while being cut, but it can be cleaned off with some soap and water.Stencil for Creating Patterned Backgrounds and Artwork for Craft Projects.The flexible stencils can be curved when working on curved objects or surfaces like coffee mugs or walls.Enjoy creating stunning mixed-media artwork and adding wonderful details to your craft and home décorprojects with a stencil.The stencils are durable and reusable,so you can add the same design to as many items.These stencils add an intricate design that is ideal for enhancingbackgrounds, borders, scrapbook pages or layouts, card making and so much more. Easy to work withas these stencils can be used with various stamping dyes, inks, fabric pens and paints.The stencils are easy to clean, simply wash with water. Great for adding inspiring designs on gel plates,for making background artwork and for repeat patterns.