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David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
Derek Jones makes a birdhouse for the garden. The design This little bird box is...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
From the height of art deco sophistication and through the mixed up seventies a nicely...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Pete Moncrieff-Jury contemplates woodturning as an art form I have recently had the privilege of...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a historic woodcarving from the Viking Age. This project is...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Emiliano Achaval collaborates with Troy Grimwood to make a beautiful drinking vessel For this months’...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Richard Findley continues his skew chisel series by making a wooden mallet for use around...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Dave Western researches the history of this traditional Welsh craft The lovespoon has become something...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
I hope you enjoyed the first part of our French inspired ‘leaning jar spice rack’. If...
Steve Bisco carves and guilds a classical acanthus swirl in sapele mahogany The classical acanthus...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Andy Coates makes a table lamp from a reclaimed oak post. Every once in a...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
Steve Bisco carves a solid block of oak into a medieval ‘mercy seat’ Our Gothic...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
Dennis Zongker explains how to carve decorative scrolls on table legs Carving scrolls into furniture...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Issue 331 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert craftsmanship, from a Craftsman-style highboy dresser and live-edge cabinet to a rotating display cabinet and sofa table with a foldable game board. Discover traditional techniques like butterfly keys, explore innovative joinery, and meet outstanding makers and award-winning designs. A rich and rewarding read for furniture makers at every level.
Issue 213 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Dave Western’s decorative bowl and traditional Welsh lovespoon alongside projects from beach scenes and optical illusions to birds, brushes, and sculpted portraits. Learn how to capture character in portrait carving, gain insights from experienced tutors, and discover fresh artistic perspectives from makers like Lara Reisigl Domeneghetti. A vibrant and engaging issue for carvers of all levels.
Issue 422 of Woodturning is packed with inspiration and expert guidance, featuring Andrew Potocnik’s striking wall art and projects ranging from bolo ties and ebony boxes to a miniature Windsor chair and wing-handled bowl. Learn more about box lids, drill bit storage, and sharpening techniques, while discovering the work of Irish turner Richard West. Plus, enjoy exclusive woodworking book giveaways and the latest turning community updates.
Celebrate the milestone 100th issue of Woodworking Crafts with exclusive giveaways from Makita and BeaverCraft Tools, free woodworking books, and a special look back at memorable covers from the past 100 issues. Packed with inspiring projects—from folding stands and loveseats to carved spoons, knife racks, and pyrography art—plus expert techniques on veneer repair, sharpening, moulding planes, and bandsaw troubleshooting, this landmark edition is a must-read for every woodworking enthusiast.
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