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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...
Phil Edwards is the man behind Britain’s only commercial maker of traditional wooden planes –...
Chris Grace cuts to the chase with some safe and useful advice on using a...
Welcome to the Woodworkers Institute Newsletter! Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting...
Anthony Bailey introduces rotary power carving, with tips on choosing tools and getting the most...
Giacomo Malaspina makes a portable workbench that is ideal for working in small spaces While...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
We decided to go looking for interesting and more obscure facts and useful working information...
Alexander Thomson investigates the life and work of this German sculptor Veit Stoss (born before...
Inspired by the world’s biggest bike race, Rick Uttley recreates a classic cycle in wood...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Richard Findley sets his first skew chisel skill-building practice exercises Last week I introduced my...
The author opens up the world of freeform chip carving, introducing a new tool and...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
In this article, experienced woodworker Peter Wood takes us through this step-by-step guide on how...
Now you should be ready to finish of your sphere. However, a sphere is only...
Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
Woodcarving is arguably the most artistic of the woodworking disciplines. Basic woodworking skills will be...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Kurt Hertzog looks at reactive finishes such as epoxies, cyanoacrylates, oils, varnishes, and oil/varnish blends...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Matt Estlea continues his practice frame series by cutting the lap joints In a previous...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Accurately transferring the location of a hole from one workpiece to another can be a...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
The author provides a guide for carving a trio of Wilson’s birds of paradise. Wilson’s...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Mark Baker shows how to make a simple, decorative tealight holder Tealight holders may seem...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Sue Harker makes a laminated open segmented bowl by gluing half rows of open segments...
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