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Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
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For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
Mark Palma looks at expanding the use of wax in woodturning. Wax has been used...
Graham Thompson pays homage to those he admires by carving their faces People portrait in...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Terry Nokes carves a baby rabbit This rabbit project was inspired by Easter, has minimal...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
Firstly, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas, and we hope that Santa brings...
Such is the temptation of repeating tasks in woodworking, that I was encouraged by my...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Rita Duxbury turns a natural-edge lighthouse ornament The fascination with lighthouses throughout the world is...
Anthony Bailey introduces rotary power carving, with tips on choosing tools and getting the most...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
We look at some of the best lots from a Bonhams auction of Asian art...
A revolutionary advancement The Gothic style started around 1150 in France with the cathedral of...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Michael T Collins makes a useful pair of salad tongs Who doesn’t like a nice...
Accurately transferring the location of a hole from one workpiece to another can be a...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
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Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Murray Taylor looks at the Ambrosia, Versal and Asian fonts, a method of carving handwriting...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
BRIAN HOLCOMBE’S CONSTRUCTION IS ALL ABOUT THE FINELY CREATED JOINT WORK I recently made a...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Mike Darlow turns a chess set based on a trumpet-shape design. The set shown above...
Steve Bisco carves and guilds a classical acanthus swirl in sapele mahogany The classical acanthus...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
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