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Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Graham Thompson makes the case for unplanned carving ‘Free’ carving, means unplanned, seat- of-the-pants, without...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I’m thinking about pressure pots. Suggestions for someone new to...
Graham Thompson pays homage to those he admires by carving their faces People portrait in...
Maurice Tebbutt and Keith Drew talk us through the maths and making of a segmented...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
Guest editor Pat Carroll makes a three-sided bow This project was inspired by Australian woodturner...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Robert Paul Gurney explains how to use ordinary tools to get extraordinarily accurate layouts. The...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Molly Winton explains how you can use pyrography and homemade brands to embellish your projects...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
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Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
We learn about the remarkable life and work of carver Ronald Ellis. Ronald Ellis’ journey...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
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If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel in the strapwork style of the Jacobethan era Wooden...
Mike Darlow turns a chess set based on a trumpet-shape design. The set shown above...
Steve Bisco shows us how to make a trellis obelisk to create a focal point...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Lee Stoffer saddles up and rides his newest project, a shave horse. My first proper green...
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 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 423 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from elegant long-neck vases and wave bowls to Viking games, flower goblets, and a handcrafted milking stool. Follow Richard Findley’s box-making series, discover the creative journey of turner Paul Hilton-Tapp, and enjoy expert advice from Kurt Hertzog. With woodworking book giveaways and community updates, it’s an engaging issue for turners of all skill 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 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