Pyrography Pattern Book: A Sourcebook for Woodburners by Woodburners

Commonly known as woodburning, pyrography is the process of printing, ornamenting, or carving materials through the application of heated instruments to a surface. Featuring patterns and designs by a renowned global team of pyrographers and pattern designers, this sourcebook provides patterns for projects at a variety of skill levels and detailed information for enjoying the craft. In addition to a brief discussion of the equipment involved, how techniques vary with different materials (including wood, bark, gourds, leather, and paper), the methods for transferring the pattern or design to the work surface, and how to use color to add another dimension to the work, patterns ranging from simple line images to intricately shaded drawings are also included. Patterns for animals, including a polar bear, eagle, horse, and giraffe; dragons; flowers; landscapes; and portraits from noted pattern designers such as Nedra Denison and Cheryl Dow are among those included, along with a full range of colored designs for beginning and advanced skill levels.