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How do I paint nice stripes?

Masking stripes and segments

The best way to mask off a section for stripes or a framed edge is to use a low tack tape. (If you don't the tape will lift the base painting...especially if it is fresh!) My choice is scotch magic tape. Get the wide one. Lay it to your edge that you wish to mask. Gently press firmly in place along that edge only. Complete your painting and remove as soon as you can. Avoid the hair dryer. Sometimes it can be difficult to lift of...use a craft knife to lift the edge to get you started. This knife is also useful to get tape strips to fit the area you are doing.

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