Though this is often extremely efficient, it can be easy to go overboard with the power and accidentally cut too much wood out.<\/strong> In addition, certain woods can be burnt by the Dremel\u2019s spinning. Take it slow while using a Dremel, especially as you get used to the power. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDespite all the power, dremels are still wonderful tools for engraving small letters. To engrave, all you need is the Dremel and a sufficiently small bit. Be sure that the bit is made for carving wood. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Take the Dremel while it is already spinning and touch it to the wood. It will immediately start carving in a sort of circle shape. Once you are happy with the depth, move the Dremel along the letter and try to even out the letter and get a smooth finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you notice the wood begins to get burr marks, take the Dremel away for a short while and let it cool down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Woodburning Tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Finally, woodburning is a great way to get shallow, dark engravings in wood. These tools are perfect for achieving a truly rustic look that can also create a large variety of designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many woodburning tools and kits come in the shape of a pen, allowing users to simply drag the woodburning tool along the wood and burn the letters into the surface. This is extremely intuitive and great for intricate designs or scrawling text. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As you become more advanced in woodburning, it is even possible to introduce shading and various levels of burning to letters and designs to create intricate work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One thing to note when woodburning small letters is that the engraving will never be very deep. While woodburning does naturally take away the wood where the letters are, dremels and chip carving are best for projects that require deep letters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To woodburn letters, start with a fine tip on the pen. Be sure to let the woodburning kit heat up fully before starting to get consistent depth and coverage from the burn. Then, trace the letters slowly and carefully. Do not let the woodburning pen sit in place for long. <\/strong>This can create a blob of burnt wood in that spot and ruin the look. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAs you are moving the woodburning pen along the surface, note the direction of the grain. It is easiest to move with or across the grain, not against it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Creating Beautiful Wood Letterings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Now you\u2019re all set to start engraving small letters into wood. Each way may have a few different pros and cons, but you\u2019ll be able to mix and match them to create just the design you\u2019re hoping for. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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