Weekly discussion thread #4, What got you into Woodburning?

Welcome to weekly discussion thread #4!

This week I'd love to have a conversation about how you personally got into the world of pyrography. What circumstances led to your discovery of woodburning, and what keeps bringing you back? I'd love to hear your perspective on woodburning, as well as any tips you have for beginners thinking about getting started.

Here are some topics to consider;

• When did you start woodburning?
• What appeals woodburning appealing to you?
• How did you get started, what tools did you use?
• What are some materials you would recommend other woodburners try out?
• What is something you wish you knew when you first started woodburning?
• General advice on getting started?

I hope this topic is interesting enough to prompt some good discussions. If not, let me know! If you have a topic you're interested on learning about/discussing, please don't hesitate to let me know.

Past discussions:

Discussion #1, Wood Grain

Discussion #2, Finishes

Discussion #3, Pyrography kits and tools