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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...
Cutting large round holes in wood can be done effectively with several tools, depending on...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
In this series, William Barnsley looks back on the journey that inspired his career change...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Chris Grace builds a screen and blind to protect his tools from shavings and dust....
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Mark Baker reimagines a vase in the flowing style of Ancient Rome The shape of...
We visit one of the world’s leading art and design museums. One of London’s best-known...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Kim Gowney tells us about how his experimentation led to this beautiful bowl. Kim’s ‘Opal...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Louise Biggs shows us how she made a fancy fire surround when there is no...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Mark Palma explores methods to deter bleed through Adding colour or a decorative element to...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Anthony Bailey introduces rotary power carving, with tips on choosing tools and getting the most...
Pete Moncrieff-Jury considers the progression of turning over the last 34 years The 400th edition...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
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This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
From hand-cut grooves and stopped dados to decorative dovetail joints, Charles Mak covers the trusted techniques used to build this...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
You can buy Whittling Wildlife for only £12/ $16 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.99 🇬🇧 For...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Colwin Way provides a plan to make a festive queen nutcracker, and gives a guide...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
You don’t have to suffer from a bad back to realise that our handy kneeler...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
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In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
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