![DIY Etched Wooden Spoons (via Design Mom)](https://www.handmadecharlotte.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Etched-Spoons-5.jpg)
Everything old is new again, and wood hasn’t escaped that particular cliché. I remember wood-burning kits from way back in my early childhood. I always wanted to try them, but for some reason (I think maybe my father’s concern for my safety?) I never got the chance. Maybe that explains why all of us 30-something craft-obsessed types are now giving it a go?
The most popular thing to do with wood-burning tools – aka pyrography, if you’re cool like that – is to decorate some regular old wooden spoons. I hear they’re a great handmade gift for the holidays. I have to agree – and the kids could help with the design ideas too. But there are lots of other options. Take a look at some of my favorites.
![DIY Wood Burned Blocks (via Alisa Burke)](https://www.handmadecharlotte.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/woodblocks.jpg)
DIY Wood Burned Blocks
See the tutorial at Alisa Burke.
I just love this idea for personalizing your kiddo’s blocks – so much more permanent than paint. And I think it’s a classier look too. For the older kids, they could help design the homes, then you just fill them in.
![DIY Wood Burned Bracelets (via Happiness Is Creating)](https://www.handmadecharlotte.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/popsiclestickbracelets.jpg)
DIY Wood Burned Popsicle Stick Bracelets
See the tutorial at Happiness Is Creating.
Does anyone else save popsicle sticks from the summer? Ok, maybe you could splurge and get a bag of fresh ones from the craft store, I won’t tell. These bracelets look like a cinch to make – with a very upscale result.
![DIY Wood Burned Doll Blocks (via Made by Joel)](https://www.handmadecharlotte.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Made-by-Joel-Wood-Burned-Doll-Blocks-1.jpg)
DIY Wood Burned Doll Blocks
See the tutorial at Made by Joel.
What a perfect way to personalize your dollhouse play. Each block features your child’s imagination, and a unique family that mirrors your own. Or, maybe it’s a fantastical fairy robot family – whatever floats their boat!
![DIY Wood Burned Boxes (via Alisa Burke)](https://www.handmadecharlotte.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/woodboxes2.jpg)
DIY Wood Burned Boxes
See the tutorial at Alisa Burke.
For those of you with a steady hand and some basic drawing skills, these wood boxes are stunning. I can think of several vintage fabric prints that I would love translated onto wood.
![DIY Etched Birch Snowflake Ornaments (via Design Mom)](https://www.handmadecharlotte.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Etched-Birch-Ornaments-10.jpg)
DIY Etched Birch Snowflake Ornaments
See the tutorial at Design Mom.
No, it’s not too early to think about handmade holiday ideas – since they take longer to prepare than stopping by Target. These would be a great project to celebrate the first big snowfall. (let’s just pray it waits a couple more months).
Pictured at the top of this post: Etched Wooden Spoons, see the tutorial at Design Mom.