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Andrew Potocnik shows the stages involved in making a modern hallway table When asked by...
Andrew Potocnik shows the stages involved in making a modern hallway table When asked by...
Nic Westermann explores two fundamental cuts and the differences between them We have completed a...
Martin Harvey explains how he developed the key features of his crockery cabinet When I...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Robert Sorby is generously offering a bundle of tools from their new Robert Sorby Select...
Martin Harvey explains how he developed the key features of his crockery cabinet When I...
Nic Westermann explores two fundamental cuts and the differences between them We have completed a...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
We review the updated edition of this classic timber guide Wood Identification & Use has...
Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a shallow maple leaf dish. This project is aimed...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Lee Stoffer weaves the seat for his stool. To ensure the seat weave was of...
Kurt Hertzog talks about the skew chisel. Of the many tools in a woodturner’s kit,...
A 300-year-old Polish beech has won the annual competition that highlights significant trees A beech...
Kim Gowney tells us about how his experimentation led to this beautiful bowl. Kim’s ‘Opal...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Cutting large round holes in wood can be done effectively with several tools, depending on...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Taking inspiration from nature, Jack de Vos uses a variety of techniques to create this...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
By Doug Stow. Published by Taunton Press Available for purchase at giftstome.com Box-making expert Doug...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Chris Grace improves the effectiveness and ease of use of his extraction system. Having a...
Wayne Bennett makes an oak box to store watches and cufflinks I was commissioned to...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
Nic Westermann explores two fundamental cuts and the differences between them We have completed a...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
Derek Jones looks at a few techniques to help tone down the appearance of new...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
Martin Harvey explains how he developed the key features of his crockery cabinet When I...
Peter Benson considers how repeated application improves our carving When I was a small child,...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Richard Findley looks at what is needed to turn for furniture I trained as a...
If you need to get a grip on your woodworking we have some good advice…...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
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Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
Exploring the styles of ornament If there were some workshops producing high quality carving and...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
From the height of art deco sophistication and through the mixed up seventies a nicely...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Andrew Potocnik explores turning a multi-part display vessel Goblets are a popular topic for turners...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Mark Dunning makes the ideal bench for his workshop with twin screw vices and multiple...
Lee Stoffer saddles up and rides his newest project, a shave horse. My first proper green...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
Louise Biggs describes how she made a oak screen for a very particular client. I have...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Issue 334 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from elegant oak display boxes and splayed-leg tables to restored furniture and handcrafted scrub planes. Learn how to achieve precision with machine tools, explore the restoration of a classic Finn Juhl chair, and discover outstanding designs nominated for the Wood Awards. With talented maker profiles and book recommendations, it’s an inspiring read for furniture makers of all levels.
Issue 216 of Woodcarving is packed with festive inspiration and creative projects, from Peter Benson’s snowboarding Santa to Gothic tracery, decorative signs, and intricate restoration work. Learn how to carve figures in motion, explore the fascinating craftsmanship of Armenian woodcarver Georgy Metichian, and discover Nik Keevil’s unique wood art. With book recommendations and the latest carving community news, it’s an inspiring issue for carvers of all skill levels.
Issue 428 of Woodturning is packed with creative projects and practical techniques, from festive snowman music boxes and unusual sphere boxes to decorative platters and split-turned bowls. Learn workshop photography tips, explore twisted box-making with Richard Findley, and discover the work of French woodturner Olivier Fillot. With book recommendations, community news, and a special Robert Sorby giveaway, there’s plenty to inspire woodturners of all skill levels.
Issue 103 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with festive inspiration and creative projects, from carved turkeys and turned penguin decorations to handmade gifts including toy shops, sewing tidies, and pyrography clocks. Discover expert tips on rust prevention, fitting hinges, and traditional joinery, explore the restoration of a classic Mogens Koch chair, and meet inspiring makers Andrew Potocnik and Ben Willis. With Wood Awards highlights, book reviews, and a free book offer, it’s a must-read for woodworking enthusiasts of all levels.
Masterpiece Chairs presents an in-depth study of 18 iconic 20th-century chair designs, revealing the construction, materials, and design thinking behind some of the most important furniture pieces in modern design history. This unique book goes beyond aesthetics to explore what makes a chair truly exceptional: structure, engineering and craftsmanship. Each featured chair has been carefully disassembled and restored, offering a rare, close-up look at how these design classics are built and assembled. With over 1,000 step-by-step photographs, the book provides a detailed visual record of every stage of disassembly and reconstruction, making it an essential reference for designers, woodworkers and furniture enthusiasts.
Willow Weaving is a collection of 10 contemporary hand-woven projects, inspired by traditional woven baskets. Weaving willow to make baskets and containers is a historic art that has been passed down through generations, and in this book, Eddie Glew continues the tradition, introducing techniques he has learnt from experts in the field and perfected. The book starts with a brief history of basketmaking, before moving on to guide the practical details of willow growing and preparation, choosing the right tools for the workshop and a guide to the techniques needed to make the projects. The ten projects that form the main part of the book cover a wide variety of different makes, from a simple Catalan tray to a lavish picnic hamper. The book features full-colour photographs throughout every stage of each project, and clear, colour-coded diagrams.