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Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
Two French friends are bridging the divide between furniture and art with their unique pieces...
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...Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
You can buy Scrollsaws A Woodworker’s Guide from Gifts to Me for only £13.50 (+P&P)! Usual...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
Richard Findley sets his first skew chisel skill-building practice exercises Last week I introduced my...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Jim Broughton explains why there’s no real alternative to using traditional techniques when it comes...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Lucy Turner has carved a furniture-shaped niche for herself by adorning pieces with marquetry made...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
A brief history of gypsy wagon For hundreds of years, these amazing constructions have been...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Mark Palma compares and tests a variety of beading tools My skew and I have...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
BRIAN HOLCOMBE’S CONSTRUCTION IS ALL ABOUT THE FINELY CREATED JOINT WORK I recently made a...
Mark Dunning makes the ideal bench for his workshop with twin screw vices and multiple...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Tatiana Baldina explains how carving simple practice boards can take your skills to a higher...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Peter Benson looks at carving a humorous and quirky doorstop Two of the most irritating...
Make a quick and useful key rack, perfect for a gift! Sometimes you just want...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Mark Baker shows how to make a simple, decorative tealight holder Tealight holders may seem...
Exploring the styles of ornament If there were some workshops producing high quality carving and...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
Gary Marshall shows us how to make a traditional temporary woodsman’s working shelter – ‘a...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
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