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...We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
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...Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Follow Steve Biscoās advice to enrich your woodwork with gold leaf Carvers, furniture makers and...
We check out two new publications to add to your workshop library Forest Craft Handbook,...
Les Symonds makes a popular item using a series of jigs and aids to simplify...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over Ā£500! Makita is generously offering...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
Barry Robbins shares his passion for a tool that most of us take for granted...
Minis, a speciality of maker Molly Goodfellow Winton, was inspired by ancient, and prehistoric art...
Paolo Frattari combined two skill sets in one when he collaborated with fellow craftsman Dario...
BRIAN HOLCOMBEāS CONSTRUCTION IS ALL ABOUT THE FINELY CREATED JOINT WORK I recently made a...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Richard Findley uses the skills from the exercises in the previous issues to make two...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) ā with his...
Richard Findley sets his first skew chisel skill-building practice exercises Last week I introduced my...
Timber isnāt a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
From tree to finished table – John Bullar describes the complete process of making an...
As we transition from winter to spring, it seems only appropriate to move the workshop...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
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Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
There isnāt much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they arenāt set...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Never heard of the āGottshall Block Testā? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect āpaintā design every time...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Rick Rich shares his āafter dinnerā turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Steve Bisco carves a solid block of oak into a medieval ‘mercy seat’ Our Gothic...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
A beginnerās guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Exploring the styles of ornament If there were some workshops producing high quality carving and...
Dave Western researches the history of this traditional Welsh craft The lovespoon has become something...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsmanās Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
You can buy Wooden Jewellery Boxes for only Ā£13.50/ $21.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP Ā£16.99 / $26.99 š¬š§...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
Mike Stafford turns a bowl that is neither round nor square A lot of us...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
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 Westernās 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 421 of Woodturning is packed with creativity and expert advice, with Mike Stafford sharing tips to avoid dye disasters and projects ranging from floating-lid boxes and Newtonās Cradles to magical toys and miniature furniture. Learn new techniques, follow Richard Findleyās apple-shaped box, and meet inspiring maker Mark Sutton. A varied and engaging issue for woodturners of all levels.
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 projectsāfrom folding stands and loveseats to carved spoons, knife racks, and pyrography artāplus 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 projectsāincluding a stool, table, bench, and two armchairsāwith 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 boxesāfrom small ring boxes to multi-drawer designsāusing 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 boardāperfect 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