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Charles Mak’s handmade paper roll holders transform note-jotting chores into delightful acts of efficiency marked...
Charles Mak’s handmade paper roll holders transform note-jotting chores into delightful acts of efficiency marked...
It’s very easy to become unhinged if you don’t know the right way to hang...
Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
It’s very easy to become unhinged if you don’t know the right way to hang...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Chris Grace cuts to the chase with some safe and useful advice on using a...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Mark Harrell reveals the three backsaws you really need in your tool kit. We all...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
Emiliano Achaval collaborates with Troy Grimwood to make a beautiful drinking vessel For this months’...
Giacomo Malaspina makes a portable workbench that is ideal for working in small spaces While...
John Lloyd looks at a 15th-century technique that revolutionised furniture making. No, this has nothing...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
We visit a British museum devoted to American decorative and folk art. You don’t have...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Zoë Gertner shows how to create a relief-carved owl Some years ago I was given,...
Andy Coates looks at what is it, why is it important and how do we...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Ever peered into the miniature world of a dollhouse and pondered how on earth anyone...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Anthony Bailey gives you the best practice for getting to grips with your bandsaw 1....
Everything you need to know about this roughing tool The tool to which we dedicate...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Paul Purnell looks at selection, storage, seasoning and straightening. When making your own walking stick,...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
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Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
In an extract from his book Green Wood Carving, Harald Lamon carves a wooden mug...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
Emiliano Achaval collaborates with Troy Grimwood to make a beautiful drinking vessel For this months’...
Mark Ivan Fortune takes you through the steps to carve this beautiful decoration. All things...
Michael T Collins talks us through making this spacious corner cabinet. Things you will need...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Charles Mak’s handmade paper roll holders transform note-jotting chores into delightful acts of efficiency marked...
Terry Nokes shows how to carve some fun-to-make bookends The wood selected for this tutorial...
BRIAN HOLCOMBE’S CONSTRUCTION IS ALL ABOUT THE FINELY CREATED JOINT WORK I recently made a...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
You can buy Wooden Jewellery Boxes for only £13.50/ $21.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £16.99 / $26.99 🇬🇧...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
Issue 333 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from a Craftsman-style cherry table and a classic rocking chair to floating shelves, a period garden gate, and workshop mallets. Sharpen your skills with expert advice on saw sharpening and working with solid wood, discover outstanding student craftsmanship, and meet talented designer-makers from around the world. Plus, enjoy a special woodworking book giveaway in this inspiring issue.
Issue 215 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Green Men and carved penguins to personalised serving boards and intricate sculpted heads. Learn practical carving skills with Peter Benson, explore the work of acclaimed wildfowl artist Pat Godin, and discover the beauty of foliate carving. With exhibition highlights, community news, and a free woodworking book offer, it’s an inspiring issue for carvers of every level.
Issue 425 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from elegant lamps and sculptural boxes to miniature turnings and segmented vases. Discover advanced skills like buffalo horn inlay, explore the art of basket illusion turning, and gain insights into world-class woodturning demonstrations. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is a must-read 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