Read the following paragraph and answer the question. Give ONLY the answer, no other words or explanation.

For example:

Answer: <most likely answer, as short as possible>.

Paragraph: I sponged the edges and set them aside . I used Scotch tacky adhesive and applied a generous amount ( not too much , not too little ) to the front on the frame , lined up the cardstock and gently pressed it to the frame . Allow a few minutes to dry .

Question: What may have happened before I did this ?
I found cardstock I like .
I sponged the edges and set them aside.