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Friday, October 12, 2001

Soda Pop Pens: Make Your Own and Discover New Marks
with Susan Richardson
1. Cut out pen shape using a pattern supplied by Susan.

Susan Richardson demonstrating how to cut the soda can,
then helping Phyllis Miller cut hers.
2. Wrap the can around a bamboo chopstick, then secure with duck tape.
3. Staple just inside the edge to help the nib hold more ink.

By Janet Paulus
4. Anneal the nib over a candle until it is very black. This strengthens the nib.
5. Make wonderful marks!

By Joyce McCarthy

By Janet Paulus

Art items were for sale at our first Members’ Store.

Marilyn Dailey and Gretchin Lair at the Membership Table