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Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Steve Bisco makes a lime wood foliage carving in the style of Grinling Gibbons. Grinling...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti introduces the craftsman, teacher and author known only as Barn the...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
I hope you enjoyed the first part of our French inspired ‘leaning jar spice rack’. If...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Richard Findley looks at how to identify different shapes commonly found in turning. Today’s furniture...
In an abridged extract from All New Turning Projects, Richard Raffan makes these simple handled...
Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a shallow maple leaf dish. This project is aimed...
Louise Briggs archly describes how she made a oak screen for a very particular client....
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Vintage furniture is increasingly popular but often has surface-level damage. Amber Bailey explains how to...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
“One of my greatest learned experiences from woodturning is that the object’s form is always...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
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Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Michael T Collins talks us through making this spacious corner cabinet. Things you will need...
Charles Mak built this saw vice for his panel saws and shows you how he...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Mike Wood gets to grips with this magnificent bird As its name suggests, the black...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
You can buy Wooden Jewellery Boxes for only £13.50/ $21.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £16.99 / $26.99 🇬🇧...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
Accurately transferring the location of a hole from one workpiece to another can be a...
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