GLUE, BUBBLES, BROOMS & brushes, RULERS (Instruments), PENCILS, PAPER
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The article offers information on several materials required in using the glue Mod Podge and offers step-by-step instructions to use it with paper. It states that brayer is needed to eliminate air bubbles and suggests to select the one which is suitable in size for one's projects. It mentions that foam brushes are best to apply the glue as they don't leave brushstrokes. It highlights that a scale and pencil can be used to measure and make mark on fabric or paper.
The article offers suggestions for using basic layouts in calligraphic writing, and cites tips like writing a paragraph using a pencil in copperplate style while working on a dark or thick paper, and lines lightly in pencil and then erase the pencil marks while addressing envelops.
The article offers suggestions for troubleshooting in calligraphy. Topics include tips like dealing with pen snagging by writing on smooth paper; preventing ink bleeding by leaving the cap off overnight to allow the excess water to evaporate; managing the problem of flowing of ink by dipping the pen correctly; and preventing shaky writing by writing in a smooth, fluid motion.
The article presents art materials used in the making of Victorian blue Christmas tree including Turquoise dot patterned paper, resin wreath and scoring board.