The Wood Burn Book: An Essential Guide to the Art of Pyrography - Rachel Strauss

In 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.