Drawing with Fire: A Beginner's Guide to Woodburning Beautiful Hand-Lettered Projects and Other Easy Artwork

by Aney Carver

Overview

Add Instant Rustic Charm to Your Home with Easy, Custom Woodburnings

Kick your crafting up a notch with incredible handmade woodburnings! Whether you want to combine inspirational hand lettering with alpine charm in the Mountain Scene woodburning or complement your farmhouse aesthetic with one-of-a-kind Deer Silhouette Wall Décor, the art of pyrography is an easy, enjoyable way to fill your home with custom art.

Aney Carver is the founder of Pyrocrafters, and in this book she shows you exactly how simple this impressive craft is. With just a wood canvas and a woodburning tool easily found at craft stores, you can make anything you can imagine! Each easy-to-follow project provides a traceable design template, then walks you through essential techniques like outlining and shading.

With a variety of pieces like the darling Keepsake Box with Ink and the majestic Eagle Eye portrait, you can hone your pyrography skills as you create your own wonderful woodburnings. So grab your canvas and woodburning tool, because it’s time to play with fire.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781624149573
Publisher:	Page Street Publishing
Publication date:	03/24/2020
Pages:	160
Sales rank:	664,249
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Aney Carver is the pyrography artist behind Pyrocrafters. Together with her husband, Clay, she creates custom-made pyrography art. She lives in Prattville, Alabama.

Table of Contents

Introduction 7

1 Setup, Safety and Equipment 9

Wood Types for Burning 10

Woodburning Equipment 12

Transferring Your Templates 13

Protecting Your Pieces 14

Safety 15

2 Beautiful Lettered Art 17

Welcome Sign 19

Inspirational Coasters 25

Wedding Gift Picture Frames 31

Family Photo Hanger 35

3 Seasonal Projects 41

Spring Is in the Air Door Sign 43

Summertime Serving Tray 49

Thanksgiving Cork Placemats 55

Mandata Ornaments 59

4 Practical Pyrography 65

Monogram Key Chains 67

Textured-Pattern Clock 71

Essential Oil Necklaces 77

Thought of the Day Chalkboard 85

Chalkboard Tile Calendar 91

5 Adding Color 97

Keepsake Box with Ink 99

Arrow Art with Acrylics 105

6 Building Your Skills with Animals and Landscapes 111

Deer Silhouette Wall Décor 113

Mountain Scene 119

Life Is Better on the Farm 125

Eagle Eye 133

7 Templates 138

Acknowledgments 155

About the Author 156

Index 157

Editorial Reviews

Saying that this book is amazing is simply not enough. It’s a fantastic resource for both beginners and more experienced woodburners. If you are looking for a fun and effective way to learn the art of pyrography, I HIGHLY recommend this book!”
—Max Juric, creator of Lettering Daily

“Aney is a leader in the woodburning community. I am so excited for this book! It’s incredibly refreshing to find a resource that encompasses the entire process from safety to great project ideas. Enjoy!”
—Megan Colwell, the Travellin’ Wood Burner

“As an experienced woodburner, I would not hesitate to pick up this book! Expect to become an expert in your craft after reading and experimenting with all these helpful tips and tricks!”
—Mallory Romportl, creator of My Art of Gold

“Drawing with Fire shows you just how versatile, relaxing and useful woodburning can be, and gives you the information you need to dive right in!”
—Rachel Strauss, of @woodburncorner, author of The Wood Burn Book

“Aney has created an excellent introduction to pyrography for anyone who wants to learn the practice. It’s easy to follow and packed with information, featuring a wide variety of protects that will help shape your pyrography skills. I’m excited for anyone who gets their hands on this book and a wood burning pen!”
—Samm Moore, SammMooreArt

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