1) Peel the stencil and applicator material from the paper backing. 2) Apply the stencil, sticky side down, to your CLEAN surface. 3) Rub down GENTLY 4) Remove the transparent applicator tape GENTLY 5) Do your painting in whatever way you like 6) Wait for the paint to be completely DRY 7) Peel off the stencil and any remnant parts GENTLY 8) Enjoy your masterpiece!