Earlier this week we shared our first adventure in wood burning. After that project I wanted to try a second version by adding color. I chose a basic ethnic print for my shapes, but you can try any shape you like. Here's what I did...
Supplies: 1. Wood Burning Tool 2. Contact Paper (clear or otherwise) 3. Wood dish 4. All surface acrylic paint. You can also use indoor/outdoor paint from the craft section. 5. Paint brush 6. Permanent Pen 7. Scissors
First you'll need to make stencils. 1. You'll need contact paper, a pen and scissors to make your stencils. 2. Cut out a small square and fold it in half.Then, draw the shape of a boxy style pyramid. 4. Cut out your shape. You can also make smaller shapes like triangles and squares to use inside your shape, or between shapes. 4. Adhere the stencil to the outside of the bowl. Make sure to measure out the distance between each stencil so that they pattern won't run into each other once you make it all the way around. Note: I outlined the shape in step 4 so that it would be more visible to you.
Next, burn. Slowly trace the outside of the stencil with the wood burner. Repeat this process all the way around the bowl. For the inside shape, remove the stencil and adhere a second, smaller stencil. Follow the instructions that come with your wood burning tool to choose attachments and follow all safety instructions.
Last, add paint. Fill each shape with two coats of acrylic paint. Allow dry time between each coat.
Enjoy your new custom bowl. It's perfect for making centerpieces, serving salads or holding farmers' market vegetables. Emma + Kinsey
Note: I would recommend hand washing these bowls after the paint has cured. No biggie because I handwash all my wood bowls and cutting boards already!
This is too cool!
Posted by: Kady | July 18, 2012 at 06:54 PM
Beautiful work!
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Posted by: Amanda Rose | July 18, 2012 at 06:56 PM
Ooh! Love this idea. I've always been curious about wood burning. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Rachel | July 18, 2012 at 06:58 PM
Such a great idea! I even have the perfect wooden bowl to use for such a project.
Thanks doll,
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Posted by: The Glamorous Housewife | July 18, 2012 at 07:02 PM
Cute
Posted by: CHICKYTHING | July 18, 2012 at 07:05 PM
That is totally cute, I love it! Definitely makes me want to get a new woodburner...
Christen
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Posted by: Christen DeGonzague | July 18, 2012 at 07:24 PM
Your bowl is so cute! This looks like such a fun project. I can't wait to try it! I'll have to start checking the thrift stores for wood pieces to decorate. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Posted by: Kerry | July 18, 2012 at 07:24 PM
Love the addition of paint--
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Posted by: Tabetha | July 18, 2012 at 07:26 PM
I've used gouache on a project similar to this, which I like because its semi-transparent so the wood grain can still show through. It just needs to be finished with a clear spray sealer or else it will bleed when wet. Love the design!
Posted by: Kari | July 18, 2012 at 07:36 PM
that's so lovely! I'd have a fabulous time eating out of that :) xo.
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Posted by: simi | July 18, 2012 at 07:37 PM
These bowls are awesome! Love the summery designs you chose!
-Miranda
Posted by: Miranda | July 18, 2012 at 07:41 PM
Cute! I loved the doggy bowls the best, but this is adorable, too :)
xo Heather
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Posted by: Heather | July 18, 2012 at 07:42 PM
These are so cute!! i want to break out the wood burner!!!
Cheers!
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Posted by: Jillian {Her Split Ends} | July 18, 2012 at 07:58 PM
This is wonderful! Where can you get your hands on a wood burning tool (sorry if that's a totally obvious question)? I'd love to give something like this a try!
Posted by: Ashlee | July 18, 2012 at 08:53 PM
Love this idea!!!!
Posted by: Samira | July 18, 2012 at 09:40 PM
Love it!!
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Posted by: shannon | July 18, 2012 at 09:59 PM
This and the dog bowl project turned out to be adorable! I've been dying to get a wood burning tool and play around with it. Would you recommend a certain brand tool for beginner wood burners like myself?
Posted by: Laura Wilson | July 18, 2012 at 10:04 PM
Love this idea!
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Posted by: Rachel | July 18, 2012 at 10:09 PM
I haven't done anything with wood burning tools since I worked at a Girl Scout camp during the summers in high school!
Definitely forgot how much fun it was. I'll have to scout around for some inexpensive wood burning tools and get back into it now!
Posted by: Kate Severson | July 18, 2012 at 10:22 PM
You ladies are astounding! What a great idea to dressip a salad bowl! Thanks a mil :)
Brooke
Posted by: Brooke | July 18, 2012 at 11:10 PM