Includes applicator, two sponges to start working. size D. 2.9cm . Glue the pad to the velcro base, soak the ink pad, remove the excess and apply the ink. To from outside to inwards, in circles. For effects with different inks, apply the lightest shades first and use one sponge for each color. Replacement: use the artis decor foam refill to work with different colors. Ref 0901000428