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The word pyrography literally means “writing with fire,” and it is a tradition that dates back hundreds of years. Luckily, the people who still practice the craft today are not termed pyromaniacs! There is something very raw about creating images from heat or fire: the first few strokes I made burning patterns into wood when I was at school reminded me of cavemen painting crude images onto rocks with burned twigs.

The following pages will fill you in on the options available in pyrography machines and how to choose the right one for you. Also covered are types of materials that will (and won’t!) take well to being decorated with pyrography work. Safety, maintenance, finishes, and more—it’s all here.

Pyrography is a rewarding craft to learn, regardless of your previous experience or artistic ability. With practice, you will be able to create beautiful gifts and items, such as this wooden plate decorated with a Celtic knot design.