ABOUT US

Founded in February 2008 by sisters Nichola Kent and Clare Bareham, the Stencil Studio design and cut stencils for home and business. Our fresh approach to stencilling is reflected in our signature collection of large, bold and in-your-face Funky Flowers.

Custom stencil cutting is our speciality, custom requests are often hand cut, allowing The Stencil Studio to offer a truly individual service with no costly laser set up and super quick dispatch. The stencil is a versatile thing, as a means of applying design to almost any surface it's uses are endless, and customers never fail to inspire and amuse us with their creative use of it.

Based at the edge of the Cotswold Hills in beautiful Gloucestershire, England, The Stencil Studio send stencils all over the world, offering a fast, friendly and individual service.

Our aim is simple, to promote stenciling as fun, versatile and contemporary.

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MEET THE TEAM

NIKKI KENT - Creative Director

Nikki is co-founder of The Stencil Studio, the only UK stencil business offering a hand cut custom stencil cutting service.  With over 16 years experience in the stencilling industry there is nothing Nikki doesn't know about stencilling.

When not creating and designing stencils Nikki loves socialising with her fiends and is a fabulous cook. She enjoys walking Jazz the dog and finding great country pubs.

Nikki can always be found on her laptop looking something up on Google. Her favourite thing in the whole world is Google Earth. She is always researching where in the world she would like to visit next.

CLARE BAREHAM - Technical Director

Clare is the other co-founder of The Stencil Studio and little sister to Nikki.

When not in the office she can be found on the tennis courts. She loves playing tennis with her friends but doesn't seem to get any better no matter how hard she tries. Maybe the new tennis raquet will help!

Clare enjoys socialising with friends and once a month attends her local pub quiz. Her team, "The Dumb Blondes" last won the pub quiz in October 2007, an amazing feat that has not yet been repeated. Luckily her team don't take the quiz seriously, it's just an excuse to get together. 

SALLY TIMPSON - Production Manager

Sally joined The Stencil Studio in July 2009.  At first she found stencil cutting impossible but after expert tuition soon got the hang of it. 

When not working Sally loves nothing better than going camping with her family. However you can always guess the weather when Sally goes camping - it always rains!

She loves animals and has a range of animals at her home, everything from chickens, cats, goldfish and a gecko. She has recently added a very cute puppy to the menagerie called Bart Timpson.  

JELENA KUKLENKO - Production Support

Jelena is our most recent recruit but she definately has the knack of stencil cutting already. Jelena's boys keep her very busy but she still manages to fit running, aerobics and other athletic activities into her hectic life! Jelena frequently pops over to France for a spot of skiing or just to relax at her house in the country. We think Jelena's assets will greatly benefit The Stencil Studio in the future!

SUE WAITE - Stencil Cutter

Sue joined The Stencil Studio in April 2009 and loves her role as stencil cutter extraordinaire. When not cutting stencils Sue can be found at home in the kitchen making fabulous cakes. She is so good at making and decorating cakes that she often gets commissioned by family and friends to create the odd masterpeice.

Sue has two daughters and is always doing her bit by helping out at school either in the classroom or outside on playground duty. She loves the great outdoors and dreams of retiring to Scotland in the future.


ANNE CHAPLIN - Stencil Cutter

Stencil cutting is relaxing compared to Anne's other job as primary school teaching assistant. Anne can also boast interior design amongst her interests and enjoys cooking up a feast in her brand new kitchen for her family and friends.

MARK BAREHAM - Technical Support

Mark is married to Clare. Mark graduated from the University of Gloucestershire with a degree in "Business Computer Systems and Financial Services". His love of all things technical and his extreme patience make him the perfect candidate to keep The Stencil Studio's computer systems up and running.

When not doing technical stuff he enjoys playing golf, football and tennis. He is a loyal fan of Tottenham Hot Spurs and occasionaly gets to see them in action when he attends the odd match.

NEIL TOWNSEND - Maintenance

Neil has been with The Stencil Studio since its early days. With a background in the building trade his skills have been utilised recently when he expertly built the extra space needed for expansion. b

Neil loves all things to do with art and design and when not working can be found creating various works of art on his computer. He loves fishing and being by the sea.

JAZZ - Mascot

Part Jack Russell, part Shih Tzu, Jazz is a constant companion at The Stencil Studio. The window ledge is her favourite place, allowing for great views over the lawns and a look out post in case the neighbourhood cat should come by. Jazz would like to cut stencils but she doesn't have time!

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