These soft compressed paper nibs and twist stumps are made from high quality soft compressed paper. They can be ground with sandpaper blocks and wiped with a napkin to shape and clean edges. Available in various sizes, these stumps can be sharpened with sanding blocks to keep a pointed tip for precise blending. Multifunctional design with a tapered end provides control for creating shadows and dark areas, drawing patterns and textures, and achieving hazy effects. They can also be used like a soft brush in light painting or sketch work. Wide compatibility and practical use: - Smudging and blending pastel, charcoal, chalk, and pencil artwork - Smoothing transitions and building depth in drawings - Creating textures and patterns, then softening with controlled strokes A thoughtful gift for painters and art lovers.