How To Use A Wood Burner To Cut Deco Mesh

My favorite project using it so far has been these Christmas Sparkle Balls They are gorgeous.

How to use a wood burner to cut deco mesh. Kelly Wallace Shoemaker on Oct 21 2018. How to cut deco mesh to keep it from fraying. We are frequently asked by wreath making customers what they can do to reduce fraying.

It resembles burlap in its texture and thickness. I saw this idea but I just saw a lady saying while you use a wood burning tool and inhaling the burning plastic is not good. Youll want to add some kind of ruler to your frame.

It helps to reduce th. Wood burning tools are all different so you will have to experiment with heat settings andor tips. Well on Deco poly burlap mesh you can use a hot knife otherwise ca.

Let it dry completely before using it. Paper mesh has a unique look with its thick weave. Mine seem to work best on high heat and keeping the belly of the blade in contact with the.

A quick video on using the wood burner to cut your material. Wait for it to dry then flip it over and spray the other side. Hairspray will dry the fastest.

After your project is done spray edges with hairspray. Cut your deco mesh to the length you want it between 2 widthwise fibers. Something to think about.