3 Easy Pyrography Ideas for the Creative Minds

One of the wonderful things about pyrography is that there are so many things to try. This article sheds some light on some easy pyrography ideas. It’s not only the variety of designs available but also the many products and differing materials you can work with. When it comes to pyrography ideas, there’s no reason to focus on only one lane.

Pyrography has been practiced as an art form for hundreds of years. It recently became a popular craft to take up during the pandemic. People like it mostly due to its methodical and artistic nature. 

While it might be a bit tricky as a beginner, the potential is endless once you have understood the basics. You can find plenty of pyrography projects around. But, you might also want to do something worthwhile and learn a few new things.

Well, today’s blog post is all about fun things to do with pyrography. Take a look! 

So You Can Do Pyrography– What Now?

If you’re trying out a new medium, check your pyrography kit first. How many mediums can it be used for?

Not all tips or nibs are commonly suitable for every medium. It is also important to practice on some scrap pieces first to get a feel of the material. 

After you’ve learned the basics of pyrography or wood burning and can safely burn some patterns on scraps of your medium of choice, you can move forward. I suggest starting with small projects that are useful to you but aren’t too complicated.

Here are some simple, but beautiful and practical ideas for you to consider.

Easy Pyrography Ideas

Wooden Objects

• You can easily transform everyday wooden objects into pieces of décor with pyrography. Look around your home or office space, you’ll find many plain wooden items that could use a little something extra. 
• With a simple pattern or a group of silhouettes, you can transform a wooden clock face or the sides of a tissue box. If you have more time and patience, you can try decorating the sides of a wooden storage box as well.  [Note: Here are some pattern transfer ideas]
• It could be aesthetic scribbles on the handles of your wooden chair or sofa, or even numbers or letters on your wooden door. 
• If you’re looking for something smaller, you can pick thin pieces of wood and turn them into bookmarks, greeting cards, or hanging ornaments. These types of projects also make for great personalized gifts!

A small video in this connection may help you.

Pyrography on Leather Pieces

• Leather pyrography developed a life of its own throughout pyrography history. Leather is softer than wood and burns easier, so working on it is much smoother.
• Unlike some wood, they do not produce any toxic fumes, so it is much safer to work on.
• You should also be able to control the temperature of the burning pen you use, or invest in a leather burning kit. There are burning tools available in the market with dual modes. They work for both leather and wood burning.
• You can work on natural vegetable-tanned leather for pyrography. Such leathers are not flammable. Artificial leathers are a no-go as they burn too well and produce toxic fumes.
• You can try your hand at leather pyrography with small purses, keychain tags, pendants, and any such items. Remember that leather burning cannot be reversed. So, it is important to be steady and accurate.

Pyrography on Bamboo Items 

• There are several important differences between pyrography on bamboo and pieces of wood. Features like texture, shape, and burnability are different in case of wood and bamboo.
• Pyrography on bamboo needs more patience and finesse since the material is softer. So, it also takes more time to finish.
• Like leather, bamboo pyrography needs temperature control on the burning tool.
• Bamboo is also much cheaper than wood and safer for pyrography than a lot of wood. So, a good strategy is to get your hands on some scrap pieces and practice well before starting a project.
• A beginner might need a lot of practice to get the hang of the right combination of pressure and speed needed.
• You can design bamboo utensils, boxes, bookmarks, and handheld folding fans. Perhaps the easiest project, in this case, would be decorating a handful of bamboo chopsticks. You can play with patterns all you want on these tiny objects. 
• After gaining more experience, you can move onto wall decors and bigger surfaces such as bamboo screens. 

How About a Bigger Challenge?

• So far, all the ideas I have mentioned are for those who are just getting the hang of pyrography. But what about people who are at a more advanced level?
• It is my understanding that once you become a seasoned pyrographer, you become more confident. You would know how to navigate the curves and corners of a more complex surface, and how to deal with textures and details. 
• Once you have such confidence, you’d be able to take on larger projects. Decorating whole doors, furniture, and even mixed medium pieces all by yourself becomes possible. The inspiration and ideas would flow naturally, without any outside prompt.

Conclusion

The world of pyrography is vast and full of possibilities. When it comes to pyrography ideas, imagination is the limit. As long as you grasp the basics of burning and safety, it’s cool. 

With the right tools and available surface, you will have no shortage of projects. But as with all new ventures, it is important to have patience and not give up if the first few tries don’t come out the way you hoped. Have fun and happy pyrography!