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Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
Woodturner and fishing enthusiast Colwin Way shows how to turn fishing floats, lures and a...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Guest editor Les Symonds takes on an unusual heritage project One of the many advantages...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
In the latest in our tool collecting series, John Adamson looks at gimlets David Garrick,...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Pete Moncrieff-Jury considers the progression of turning over the last 34 years The 400th edition...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
Walter Hall makes an elegant, contemporary-style desk pen The temptation when turning desk pens is...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
Mike Darlow turns a chess set based on a trumpet-shape design. The set shown above...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
We meet carver, green woodworker, teacher and author Harald Lamon Harald Lamon has a passion...
Andrew Potocnik explores turning a multi-part display vessel Goblets are a popular topic for turners...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Taking inspiration from nature, Jack de Vos uses a variety of techniques to create this...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Steve Bisco makes a lime wood foliage carving in the style of Grinling Gibbons. Grinling...
Mark Baker reimagines a vase in the flowing style of Ancient Rome The shape of...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a historic woodcarving from the Viking Age. This project is...
Andy Coates looks at a commonly made object and deconstructs it to make something more...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Issue 332 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical expertise, from handcrafted chess sets and dovetailed trays to campaign furniture and workshop tools. Discover insights into Japanese saws, explore standout furniture showcased at the Smithsonian Craft Show, and meet talented designer-makers pushing the boundaries of the craft. A must-read for furniture makers seeking both inspiration and skill-building.
Issue 214 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from Cedric Boyns’ pierced bowl and bird sculpture to relief carvings, wildlife studies, and decorative panels. Learn to embrace new carving challenges with Peter Benson, discover Gary Field’s remarkable sculptures from reclaimed Australian timber, and enjoy book reviews, show reports, and a free woodworking book offer. A creative and rewarding issue for woodcarvers of every skill level.
Issue 424 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from textured square pots and elegant porringers to segmented collaborations and colour-shifting bowls. Learn more box-making skills with Richard Findley, discover creative texturing and tool-handle techniques, and meet acclaimed turner Guy du Toit. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is full of inspiration for turners of every skill level.
Issue 101 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical inspiration, from garden benches and toy aeroplanes to carved mirrors, turned candle holders, and CNC-crafted bowls. Discover clever workshop tips, improve your carving skills, and explore innovative techniques combining pyrography and watercolour. Plus, meet inspiring makers and learn how woodworking is making a positive impact in communities. A rewarding read for makers of all abilities.
The Art of Chairmaking is a step-by-step guide to building elegant Windsor chairs and other classic furniture. It covers tools, techniques, and five projects—including a stool, table, bench, and two armchairs—with clear photos and diagrams for all skill levels.
Release dates: UK 08/2025 | US 09/2025
Seasoned woodcarver Peter Benson introduces the basics of whittling with safety tips, essential tools, and clear, progressive projects. With step-by-step guidance, readers build skills as they carve a dolphin, polar bear, kingfisher, and more.
Release dates: UK 06/2025 | US 10/2025
This book features detailed projects for crafting decorative boxes—from small ring boxes to multi-drawer designs—using techniques like dovetailing, inlay, and veneering with fine woods like walnut and sycamore. With step-by-step photos and personalization tips, readers can create meaningful keepsakes or gifts. Projects include a ring box, wedding box, jewellery box, and heirloom Bible box.
Release dates: UK: 06/2025 | US 10/2025
Routing is a complete guide to using router trimmers and tables, featuring 16 accessible projects. Compact and affordable, trimmers handle most routing tasks, from cutting to joining. With clear tutorials and tips, projects include a storage box, photo frame, and chopping board—perfect for all skill levels.
Release dates: UK 05/2025 | US 08/2025
Wood Identification & Use is a comprehensive guide to over 200 wood species, with detailed descriptions, colour photos, and information on properties, uses, and safety. Aimed at small-scale woodworkers, it covers everything from cabinetmaking to carving, with sections on defects, figuring, health risks, and inspiring finished pieces.
Release dates: UK 05/2025 | US 09/2025