Thread: paddle strop? confused to which side gets paste

hey guys, i'm a complete noob when it comes to straights, i just bought my first kit (Thiers Issard Complete Straight Razor Set Black, Save $35 | Fendrihan Shaving Store)

and im somewhat lost as where to start! ive shaved with it about 5 times, and its definatly getting alot less bloody! :P

ive had it maybe a month, shaved about 5 times and i'm wondering when i'm supposed to strop it, and how exactly.

it came with a generic photocopy sheet which didnt really answer anything, just made more questions.

the paddle strop has a soft black side of leather, somewhat fuzzy
a tan side which is smooth

anyways, im reading websites saying i dont need to hone, just a lightly pasted strop, but which side do i put the paste on?? how much? (paste description says :Thiers Issard sharpening paste.
The non-toxic sharpening paste is specially formulated with diamond particles and aluminum oxide to attain the sharpening properties of a 10,000 sharpening stone. Ideal for keeping your straight razor sharp and smooth.)

do i need a hone? the razors sharp, instructions say use 'palm oil', wth is that? i just want to keep it sharp.

so confused haha any help would be appreciated