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Tea box with wooden burning

Instructions No. 3446

Instructions No. 3446

Difficulty: Beginner

Working time: 2 Hours

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Imagine holding a customised tea box in your hands, the surface of which is adorned with your personal design ideas. The technique of wooden burning opens up endless possibilities for you to express your creativity and create functional works of art. These step-by-step instructions will guide you through the process of transforming a simple wooden tea box into a unique masterpiece that will not only inspire you, but will also catch the eye of every visitor. Learn how to transform your tea box into a work of art with just a few simple steps and the right materials, making it the perfect gift or decorative eye-catcher for your home.
Creative wooden burning on a tea box: your personal guide
Step 1: Selecting and preparing the design

Start by printing out any lettering and graphics that you would like to immortalise on your tea box. Choose patterns and motifs that you particularly like or that fit well in your kitchen or living room. Make sure that the size of the graphics and lettering harmonises with the surface of your tea box.

Step 2: Transferring the design

Now use graphite paper to transfer your chosen lettering and graphics to the wooden tea box. To do this, place the graphite paper on the surface of the box with the coated side facing down and place your printed design on it. Carefully trace the contours with a pencil. Be careful not to press too hard so as not to damage the surface of the box.

Step 3: Wooden burning - contours and filling in

Now pick up the branding pen. You can use this tool to slowly trace the transferred lines. The branding pen heats up and gently burns the lines into the wood. Proceed slowly and evenly to achieve clean lines. If you wish, you can also colour in the outlined areas to add depth and character to your design.

Step 4: Add colour accents

Once the wooden burning is complete and the surface has cooled, you can paint the drawers of the tea box with VBS acrylic paints. These bright colours will add life to your design and allow you to add certain accents. Make sure that you apply the colours evenly and allow them to dry completely before moving on to the next step.

Step 5: Varnish for a glossy finish

Once the colours have dried well, it's time for the final touch: coat the coloured areas with VBS acrylic varnish. The varnish not only protects the colours, but also gives the entire surface a beautiful shine and increases the longevity of your artwork.

Completion and conclusion

Congratulations! You have just created your own artistic tea box. Using the technique of wooden burning, you have enriched your home with a unique and handmade piece of decor.

Are you looking for the perfect materials to realise further projects? Visit our online shop, discover our versatile range of branding tips, acrylic paints, varnishes and much more and let your creativity run wild! With each new project, create beautiful unique pieces that bear your artistic signature.

Must Have

Branding set
27,99 €
RRP 29,95 €
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Material list

Branding set
27,99 €
RRP 29,95 €
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VBS Tea box with 3 drawers and viewing window
22,95 €
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You need these articles in addition:

Graphite paper
5,49 €
(1 m2 = 8,71 €)
RRP 5,99 €
Quantity:
VBS Brush assortment "BASIC", set of 5
5,69 €
Quantity:
VBS acrylic varnish, Matt
3,29 €
(1 l = 65,80 €)
Quantity:
VBS Craft paint set "Pastel"
12,89 €
(1 l = 107,42 €)
Quantity:
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