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Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
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...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Jim Broughton explains why there’s no real alternative to using traditional techniques when it comes...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at the myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of woodturners...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
Are the new generation of water-based lacquers really a match for old school finishes? PHOTOGRAPHS...
Giacomo Malaspina makes a portable workbench that is ideal for working in small spaces While...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Sue Harker makes a laminated open segmented bowl by gluing half rows of open segments...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Using a static sander needs grit and determination – we have both! Once you have...
Pete Moncrieff-Jury contemplates woodturning as an art form I have recently had the privilege of...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
In the latest in our tool collecting series, John Adamson looks at gimlets David Garrick,...
Thin bowls have never really done much for me. The thinnest bowl I’ve made was...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
Founded in 1952 by Julius Blum in Höchst, Austria, Blum has grown from a small...
Mark Palma describes the techniques for cleaning and repairing old tools. Let’s start with the...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
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Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
Steve Bisco carves and guilds a classical acanthus swirl in sapele mahogany The classical acanthus...
In the woodworking shop, taking the time to make a pattern to create identical parts...
Terry Nokes carves a baby rabbit This rabbit project was inspired by Easter, has minimal...
Andrew Potocnik creates a piece inspired by a Cornish ceramicist. I’ve had an idea sitting...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
Tatiana Baldina explains how carving simple practice boards can take your skills to a higher...
Sue Harker makes a laminated open segmented bowl by gluing half rows of open segments...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
Mike Darlow turns a chess set based on a trumpet-shape design. The set shown above...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
Woodturner and fishing enthusiast Colwin Way shows how to turn fishing floats, lures and a...
Andrew Potocnik explores turning a multi-part display vessel Goblets are a popular topic for turners...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
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