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Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
We have picked out some of the most common woods used in woodwork, including visual...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
We check out two new publications to add to your workshop library Forest Craft Handbook,...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
John Hawkswell makes a useful, rustic-style bolt from scrap wood If you want to add...
The first workshop I spent time in was more of a dumping ground in a...
Everything you need to know about this roughing tool The tool to which we dedicate...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Derek Jones meets Jim Broughton from Alexander George Antiques to see how the Golden Age...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Some shelves need to be open, such as for books. But other items are safer...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Zoë Gertner creates a slumbering pet carving A well-meaning gift was left on my doorstep...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
Lucy Turner has carved a furniture-shaped niche for herself by adorning pieces with marquetry made...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
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...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
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...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Andy Coates creates a decorative bowl, which remains attached to its base. A while ago I...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Andrew Potocnik creates a piece inspired by a Cornish ceramicist. I’ve had an idea sitting...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
Walter Hall makes an elegant, contemporary-style desk pen The temptation when turning desk pens is...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Gary Marshall shows us how to make a traditional temporary woodsman’s working shelter – ‘a...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
Charles Mak built this saw vice for his panel saws and shows you how he...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
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