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We bring you the very best of woodworking!
“Make it with us”
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
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...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Molly Winton explains how you can use pyrography and homemade brands to embellish your projects...
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
Steve Bisco carves a solid block of oak into a medieval ‘mercy seat’ Our Gothic...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Colwin Way takes the mechanism made by Richard Findley and adds his woodturner automaton I...
Dave Rigler explains how he made the Island Table, a stunning piece inspired by a seaside landscape...
Dennis Zongker explains how to carve decorative scrolls on table legs Carving scrolls into furniture...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Kurt Hertzog looks at reactive finishes such as epoxies, cyanoacrylates, oils, varnishes, and oil/varnish blends...
Steve Bisco makes a lime wood foliage carving in the style of Grinling Gibbons. Grinling...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a shallow maple leaf dish. This project is aimed...
What you will need • 38mm twist bit or adjustable bit• Bow saw• Compass or...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Randy Maxey shows all about combination planes and the differences between old ones and new...
Minis, a speciality of maker Molly Goodfellow Winton, was inspired by ancient, and prehistoric art...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at the myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of woodturners...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Mike Wood shows how to create a delightful rock-dwelling bird The wallcreeper (Tichodroma muraria) is...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Emiliano Achaval collaborates with Troy Grimwood to make a beautiful drinking vessel For this months’...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
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