Why is basswood considered the best species for painting, woodburning and carving?
• Basswood is evenly grained, it sands easier, it is white in color, and it is the softest of all hardwoods. Back to top Woodburning Tips: • The Woodburner Pen is a very hot tool. Never touch the top or metal parts. • Always unplug the Woodburner Pen and let cool before replacing points. • Practice safety. Tape the holder on a table or other flat surface to hold Woodburner Pen when not in use. • Always turn the wood as needed so that your hand and arm are comfortable while woodburning. • Use sandpaper to clean off the point as needed. • After woodburning is complete, seal wood. You can fix paint or oil pencil mistakes easier if wood is sealed. • Let the heat from the pen do the work. Don’t use pressure. • The slower you move the pen points on the wood, the darker the woodburning will be. • It’s easier to woodburn by pulling the pen towards your body. • Use the back or bottom of your wood piece to practice. Transferring Patterns: • Place pattern on wood. Slip transfer paper (shiny side
