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One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
What is a shooting board? If not already familiar with the term, you have probably...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Caroline Pattenden hears how former accountant Iain Stirling made the leap from corporate to creative...
Tatiana Baldina explains how carving simple practice boards can take your skills to a higher...
William Barsley talks about the progress of his final year and the transition from student...
Louise Biggs shows us how she made a fancy fire surround when there is no...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Richard Findley uses the skills from the exercises in the previous issues to make two...
We visit a British museum devoted to American decorative and folk art. You don’t have...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
Isreal Martin describes making a special box from an old European walnut tree A few...
Three brothers in the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia have teamed up to create a business...
Mark Palma looks at expanding the use of wax in woodturning. Wax has been used...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
One of the best ways to master the art of using hand tools is to use...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
Giacomo Malaspina makes a portable workbench that is ideal for working in small spaces While...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Expert gilder Paul Wilson, the subject of our carving feature, shows you how to gild...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Issue 330 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring craftsmanship, from a cherry chest of drawers and a Shaker-style wall shelf to a striking triangular display cabinet rich in symbolism. Discover clever workshop modifications, elegant designs made from offcuts, and expert restorations, plus features on London’s Fallen and Felled initiative and highlights from the Texas Furniture Show. An essential read for passionate furniture makers.
Issue 212 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Steve Bisco’s ancient-style bog oak figure to carvings of wildlife, masks, portraits, and tactile natural forms. Learn how to avoid common mistakes when carving faces, explore the history of netsuke, and discover the intricate work of Jonathan Bayes. With exhibition highlights and community news, it’s a rich and engaging issue for carvers of all levels.
Issue 420 of Woodturning is packed with inventive projects and expert techniques, from multi-centre boxes and yew lanterns to copper-embellished pots and stone-effect finishes. Discover creative methods like magnetic closures and polymer clay inlay, and meet makers such as Elise McLauchlan, blending geometry with woodturning. With practical tips, inspiration, and community updates, it’s a must-read for turners of all levels.
Issue 99 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical know-how, from pantry door shelving and a solid workbench to scrollsawn candle holders, carved frames, and pyrographed bowls. Learn techniques for flooring, drilling jigs, grinding tools, and mortising, and find inspiration in Thomas Dambo’s giant recycled-wood troll sculptures. A varied and engaging issue 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