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Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
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Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
We are pleased to present the new Woodworkers Institute website, which is being launched alongside...
Colwin Way provides a plan to make a festive queen nutcracker, and gives a guide...
Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
Although woodturning lathes vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, the basic requirements of the lathe dictate...
Anthony Bailey introduces rotary power carving, with tips on choosing tools and getting the most...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Guest editor Mark Palma restores a CBN wheel which has seen better days CBN wheels...
Mark Palma turns a piece to accentuate its natural beauty I am always troubled when...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Firstly, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas, and we hope that Santa brings...
Alan Holtham builds a folding bench for a part-time carver. The brief for this project...
John Lloyd looks at a 15th-century technique that revolutionised furniture making. No, this has nothing...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
Lucy Turner has carved a furniture-shaped niche for herself by adorning pieces with marquetry made...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
Anthony Bailey shares the plans for an easy-to-make laminated sledge I can’t take the credit...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Mark Baker reimagines a vase in the flowing style of Ancient Rome The shape of...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Steve Bisco makes a lime wood foliage carving in the style of Grinling Gibbons. Grinling...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
In the woodworking shop, taking the time to make a pattern to create identical parts...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
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 423 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from elegant long-neck vases and wave bowls to Viking games, flower goblets, and a handcrafted milking stool. Follow Richard Findley’s box-making series, discover the creative journey of turner Paul Hilton-Tapp, and enjoy expert advice from Kurt Hertzog. With woodworking book giveaways and community updates, it’s an engaging issue for turners of all skill levels.
Celebrate the milestone 100th issue of Woodworking Crafts with exclusive giveaways from Makita and BeaverCraft Tools, free woodworking books, and a special look back at memorable covers from the past 100 issues. Packed with inspiring projects—from folding stands and loveseats to carved spoons, knife racks, and pyrography art—plus expert techniques on veneer repair, sharpening, moulding planes, and bandsaw troubleshooting, this landmark edition is a must-read for every woodworking enthusiast.
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