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Woodcarving is arguably the most artistic of the woodworking disciplines. Basic woodworking skills will be...
Woodcarving is arguably the most artistic of the woodworking disciplines. Basic woodworking skills will be...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Cedric Boyns carves unusual jewellery display stands Following a trip to the Antarctic at the...
John Hawkswell turns a beautiful spalted beech and yew box with a curved support arm...
Carolin Reichert describes the creative use of Valchromat in her bespoke music cabinet. I entered the...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Last month we looked at peeling cuts and planing cuts with the skew chisel. Hopefully,...
Dave Wilkins walks guest editor Peter Benson through his journey from stick head making to...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
Mark Palma turns a piece to accentuate its natural beauty I am always troubled when...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
Paolo Frattari combined two skill sets in one when he collaborated with fellow craftsman Dario...
In the latest in our tool collecting series, John Adamson looks at gimlets David Garrick,...
Sue Harker makes a laminated open segmented bowl by gluing half rows of open segments...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
Minis, a speciality of maker Molly Goodfellow Winton, was inspired by ancient, and prehistoric art...
Colwin Way makes the kite for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
The author explores the spacing of letters, the different methods of carving them and some...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Five easy steps to finishing your woodturning projects. We all know that no matter how much...
Mark Dunning makes the ideal bench for his workshop with twin screw vices and multiple...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Andrew Thomas shows how to carve your own wonderful, decorative seashore shell. Ever since I...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Andy Coates looks at a commonly made object and deconstructs it to make something more...
Sue Harker pens a piece describing how to turn a paper holder It is amazing...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
Issue 329 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from secret mitre dovetail boxes and oak side tables to restored tea caddies and handmade lamps. Learn traditional joints like draw-bored mortise and tenon and the nejiri arigata puzzle joint, and explore award-winning designs from the Wood Awards and Bespoke Guild Mark. With maker profiles and exhibition highlights, it’s a must-read for furniture enthusiasts.
Issue 211 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Kev Alviti’s decorative axe cover and a wide range of projects—from campfires and unicorns to stylised owls and a dual-faced portrait. Learn how to create depth in relief carving, explore pyro-inspired techniques, and meet carvers like Ceini Spiller, who turned a heartfelt gift into a thriving business. A rich and engaging read for carvers of all levels.
Issue 418 of Woodturning is packed with creative projects and thoughtful insights, from Richard Findley’s thread chasing tutorial to turned cedar bowls, natural-edge goblets, and playful penguin skittles. Explore unique ideas like turning inside books and archery mops, plus techniques for pepper mills and decorative boxes. With competition highlights from Wizardry in Wood and reflections on the future of turning, it’s a rich and engaging read for turners of all levels.
Issue 98 of Woodworking Crafts is full of practical projects and creative inspiration, from carved book stands and Valentine’s lovespoons to router jigs and wooden fruit. Learn techniques including pyrography, composition ornament making, and Domino Joiner tricks, plus get expert advice on planer-thicknessers and turning tool adapters. With profiles of inspiring makers and Wood Award winners, it’s a rich and rewarding read for every woodworker.
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
