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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...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Molly Winton explains how you can use pyrography and homemade brands to embellish your projects...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Anthony Bailey researches the history of ration-era furniture and restores a 1950 stable. In the...
Richard Findley uses the skills from the exercises in the previous issues to make two...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
One of the best ways to master the art of using hand tools is to use...
Nic Westermann gets to grips with an edge-damaged tool This month, in the absence of...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
Vintage furniture is increasingly popular but often has surface-level damage. Amber Bailey explains how to...
Nic Westermann explores the issue of green wood shrinkage The main rule I have as...
Furniture maker Dorian Bracht tell us about his love of joints and his new book...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Randall A Maxey shares his expert advice cor choosing and using honing guides Many beginners...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
BRIAN HOLCOMBE’S CONSTRUCTION IS ALL ABOUT THE FINELY CREATED JOINT WORK I recently made a...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Gerald is a well-established professional carver, who remains as devoted as ever to his craft....
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
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John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
Sue Harker pens a piece describing how to turn a paper holder It is amazing...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Ger Vervoort makes a unique implement completely out of wood without the need to buy...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
Make a quick and useful key rack, perfect for a gift! Sometimes you just want...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
Peter Benson looks at carving a humorous and quirky doorstop Two of the most irritating...
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