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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...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Richard Findley sets his first skew chisel skill-building practice exercises Last week I introduced my...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I use Forstner bits to drill my blanks when making...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Chris Prior clarifies the mysteries of taxonomy and sheds some light on why we use...
Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a shallow maple leaf dish. This project is aimed...
Mark Palma introduces you to the world of miniature woodturning Woodturning is wonderful hobby that...
Paolo Pozzi builds a rustic-style door for a gazebo Having recently built a wooden gazebo,...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
Louise Biggs shows us how she made a fancy fire surround when there is no...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Guest editor Pat Carroll makes a three-sided bow This project was inspired by Australian woodturner...
Colwin Way continues his turnings with a set of table skittles. This project sprang to...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel in the strapwork style of the Jacobethan era Wooden...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Peter Benson looks at carving a humorous and quirky doorstop Two of the most irritating...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
Emiliano Achaval collaborates with Troy Grimwood to make a beautiful drinking vessel For this months’...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
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