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    What is the difference between a tortillon and a blending stump?
    HeyItsLucy05
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    A tortillon is much smaller, thinner, and more precise than a blending stump.
  • Question
    How do you clean a tortillon?
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    I just use a sandpaper block. Rub a tortillon at an angle on it and you're ready to go.
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    How do I make a blending stump?
    Miracle Owens
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    Follow these instructions, but add more paper since the blending stump is much thicker. Stumps are used for thicker shading.
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    Mine won't turn pointy. Why?
    Community Answer
    Probably because you're not using fine strokes. Just slide your pencil, marker or whatever you're using across your paper and do the opposite side the same way.
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    Can I use printer paper?
    Isabella.8
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    Yes, copy paper and printer paper are the same thing!
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