Nautical ink

All words relate to the concept of 'Nautical ink'

Think about what these words have in common

The Spangram is a longer word (12 letters) that ties the theme together

Theme words range from 4 to 7 letters long

Watch for words starting with A, C, E

The Spangram might be a compound or phrase (12 letters total)

One word: A______ (6 letters, starts with 'A')

Another word: C______ (7 letters)

Also look for: E______ (5 letters)