Look through the decorative techniques and think about the questions at the end of the slides. Write down your answers and bring to your next lesson so that you are ready to use these techniques to finish your wooden animal.

1. Decorative Techniques + Finishes
Once your pieces are cut and smoothed you will
need to think about how to apply the details of
your design.
You can choose any of the following techniques:
-Pyrography
-Felt Pieces
-Wood stain or varnish

2. Pyrography
This is a technique that uses an electric tool with a very hot point. As you press the
point against the pine, it will burn the surface and create a dark mark. You can use this
to create the effect of texture.
We only have one kit, so you will need to sign up to use this. You will need to plan
your work around this and use another technique while you are waiting.
This cannot be used if you have just varnished or stained your work as it will be wet.
If you burn yourself you must go straight to the sink and run
your hand under cold water for 10mins. Ask a friend to alert
the teacher. You will then go to pupil reception for any further
treatment and to record the accident.

3. Stain and Wax
Applying a stain or wax can add bright colour, or highlight the woods natural colour. It
also seals the wood from moisture and protects it.
When apply a finish you should brush in the direction of the wood grain. You should
use a little to start with and build up the colour. Make sure all parts are covered. You
do not want to soak the wood, only use enough to lightly cover.
You will need to leave your work to dry for up to 30mins. When waiting you can
prepare felt pieces for gluing, or go to the booklet tables to complete any
improvements. Use the time wisely!
clear
You must wear
gloves and goggles
and apron to avoid
staining your
hands or
splashing. IF you
get any in your
eye, notify your
teacher
immediately.

4. Felt Pieces
Using small pieces of felt you can make extra features for your animal. Think about
ears, tails, feet, wings…
You will have to make a template out of paper first to decide your shape. Afterwards
you will pin your template onto the felt and cut this out.
You will use a glue gun to apply the felt. The end of the glue gun is very hot. You
should hold the wood carefully underneath or to the side and apply the glue away
from your fingers. Once the glue has been applied, place the felt on top (do not press
down as it will still be hot!). Leave for 30 seconds to cools. If you are not sure it has
cooled, check with a teacher.
Again, if you burn
yourself run burn
under cold water
for 10mins and
notify the teacher
so you can visit
pupil reception.

5. Homework: visit and read through the slides. Think
about the following and make a list to bring to your
next lesson:
What techniques will you use and how will you use
them?
What will you do first, next and last?
What Health and Safety will you have to think about?
What will you do if you have run out of things to do?!
Remember, if you cannot
access the internet at home
you can go to homework
hub, the library or use the
computers in the A12 food
room. Tell your teacher in
advance if you are finding
this difficult!
It is important you have
thought about this for next
lesson.