Description
Book SynopsisIn The Wood Burn Book, Rachel Strauss (@woodburncorner) teaches you everything you’ll need to know to master pyrography, whether you’re brand new to the hobby or you’ve been “writing with fire” for years. This essential guide opens with a brief background to the art of wood burning, a list of
tools and how to use them,
basic techniques that can be used over and over again, and even
what to burn and
how to be safe doing it. You will also find a
detailed explanation of the process from start to finish, with patterns, techniques for lettering and adding color, as well as dozens of projects ready for gifting, including
picture frames,
cutting boards,
coasters,
cards,
wooden spoons, and
jewelry.
Above all, Strauss has created the book she wished she had when she first discovered pyrography:
a simple guide that quickly gets the reader successfully burning. With the right tools and a little time, you’ll be able to create meaningful handmade gifts without breaking the bank. Whether it’s to create a family
name sign as a housewarming gift for newlyweds, or customize
baby blocks for a new little one, wood burning is the versatile hobby that can be used time and time again to
create memorable gifts for all of life’s occasions.
In addition, wood burning is
a practice in mindfulness, requiring patience and focus to awaken the senses and calm the mind.
Mastering the art of writing with fire begins with the ability to follow a line. If you can trace, you can burn.
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Safety
PART I:TOOLS & TECHNIQUES
Essential Tools
Choosing a Burner
Surfaces
Transfer Techniques
The Process from Start to Finish
Adding Texture
Adding Color
Finishes
PART II: PROJECTS & INSPIRATION
Wood Surfaces
Wood Alternatives
Adding Color
Frames
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Index
