How to Make a Blending Stump

Sep 24, 2026

Learn how to make a homemade blending tool, aka blending stump using materials you already have around the house. This tool helps you smudge/blend graphite, charcoal, pastel and more!

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✏️❤️ TOOLS I USED
- Tape
- Scissors
- Razor

⏰ SKIP TO TIMESTAMP ⏰
Intro - 0:00
What is a blending stump - 0:07
Tools - 0:31
How to make a blending stump - 0:51
Test it out - 5:02
How to customize yours - 6:51

🧰 MY CAMERA EQUIPMENT
Camera (Sony a 5000):
Portrait Lens:
Macro (Closeup) Lens:
Lights:
Light Bulbs:
Microphone:

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