Basic Consumables, ContinuedErasing shieldsErasing shields protect areas of a drawing that you do not want to erase.They are made of a light gauge, spring metal with numerous openings invariegated shapes and sizes.Figure 2-73 shows an erasing shield.Figure 2-73. —Erasing shield.Stumps andStumps and tortillons blend pencil, charcoal, pastels, and crayons together intortillonsa drawing. They are made of kraft paper twisted tightly into blunt andpointed ends. When they are dirty, throw them away and get a clean one.Figure 2-74 shows stumps and tortillons.Figure 2-74. —Stumpsand tortillons.Cutting matsUse a cutting mat to cut out items with a blade. They are self-sealing andstabilize the blade during cutting. Keep the cutting mat clean and remove thewax or adhesive buildup often.Continued on next page2-67
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