ANIMALS & INSECTS- not cats or dogs

This page does not include birds, cats, or dogs. They have their own pages

Click on an image to open the corresponding blog. The blog will have a free pattern (if available), video tutorial link (if available), and the written tutorial.

This tutorial explains how to create short fur texture using the zigzag burn stroke. Even though I used cat faces for the demo, the information can be used on any animal with short fur. Zigzag Cat Tutorial

This video goes into great detail on the zigzag burn stroke that I use to create short fur texture. You might find the information it contains helpful.

This was created a few years later than the previous tutorial, so there might be things I’ve learned since the previous tutorial was created.

Click on the video thumbnail or this link to watch: https://youtu.be/yaYSqp1Ebyo

Anaconda pattern

The anaconda was something I tried that didn’t turn out well. Regardless, if you like snakes, you will probably enjoy creating the artwork.

Pattern for the Bighorn Sheep is for sale on my Etsy page. https://www.etsy.com/listing/696981937/bighorn-sheep-pyrography-pattern-wood

I do have a video tutorial that explains how to create the background: https://youtu.be/J4cb-V43rao

The black rabbit explains how to create both short fur and semi-long fur that curves and bends. Black Rabbit tutorial

Butterfly book is a beginner friendly project. There is minimal wood burning, but lots of colored pencil work. The artwork was burned onto a wood box shaped like a book. There is a front and back side to the book. Butterfly book tutorial

The chipmunk pattern is available on my Etsy page. https://www.etsy.com/listing/749249415/chipmunk-pyrography-pattern-wood-burning

YT tutorial video link: https://youtu.be/0dwjk977Ni0

Deer pattern

I do not have a tutorial or blog for this one.

I do not have a corresponding blog or video tutorial for the Dragonfly artwork. The dragonfly pattern is available on my Etsy page: https://www.etsy.com/listing/937123267/dragonfly-pyrography-pattern-wood

The Easter chick tutorial will show you how to create the artwork using just a writer nib. Easter Chick Tutorial

Goldfish pattern I do have a youtube video tutorial for this one. Here’s the link: https://youtu.be/6yXfeuf_luw

The horse tutorial explains how to burn the different parts of the horse. Plus it covers the grass and simple background.

I should mention that the techniques work for any color of horse. If the horse is really dark, then burn the horse to a darker color than I did. The opposite is also true.

Horse Tutorial

The mandala dragonfly is a fun project that combines pyrography and colored pencil for a rather eye catching piece of art. Mandala Dragonfly tutorial

This tutorial explains how to create a simple sea turtle. Sea Turtle tutorial

Abstract Dragonfly pattern

Abstract dragonfly features a small dragonfly in each corner. This is part mandala and part whimsy. It’s a fun design to play around with, and would probably look great with some added color.

Hooded Merganser duck pattern is available on my Etsy page: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1275722295/hooded-merganser-duck-pyrography-pattern

Koala pattern

There isn’t a blog or a video tutorial for the Koala artwork.

I do have a tutorial explaining how to create the fur on found on the Koala’s arm. Link below

Click on the video thumbnail to watch a tutorial explaining how to create the dense fur on a Koala’s arm. Or you can click on this link: https://youtu.be/Bi_sC63R-gY