Woodburning Projects and Patterns for Beginners

by Minisa Robinson

Overview

The ultimate beginner-friendly guide to pyrography, this book is the best place to start! Featuring a complete overview and introduction to woodburning, you’ll understand the tools, supplies, and safety precautions involved in this unique art. Learn basic techniques to then complete step-by-step projects – patterns included – for frames, boxes, ornaments, and coasters, as well as how to avoid and fix mistakes, and seal and finish each project.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781607657828
Publisher:	Fox Chapel Publishing Company, Incorporated
Publication date:	12/01/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	250
File size:	76 MB
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About the Author

Minisa Robinson worked as a graphic artist and publisher before becoming a self-taught pyrographic artist. Her artwork reflects her appreciation of the Rocky Mountains and the wildlife that lives there. Minisa has created four instructional pyrography DVDs, and is a frequent contributor to Pyrography magazine. Learn more about her art at www.minisapyrography.com.

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Woodburning Safety and Setup 6

Chapter 2 Tools and Equipment 8

Chapter 3 Wood Types 18

Chapter 4 Before You Burn 20

Chapter 5 Temperature Basics 26

Chapter 6 Shading Basics 29

Chapter 7 Practice the Fundamentals 32

Chapter 8 Adding Color and Finishing 44

Chapter 9 Fixing Mistakes 52

Chapter 10 Projects 55

Level 1 Projects

Bookmark 56

Welcome Sign 58

Mountain Bangle Bracelet 60

Snowflake Coasters 64

Fun and Foxy Keychain 67

Coffee Time 69

Wolf Gradient 72

Level 2 Project

Mandala 75

Adventure Key Holder 78

Always Bee Kind 81

Feather Pendants 85

Serving Tray 88

Level 3 Projects:

Family Frame 92

Country Jar 96

Memory Box 101

Follow Your Passion 106

Bon Appétit Wooden Plate 112

Gallery 118

Patterns 128

Index 143

About the Author 144