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Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Accurately transferring the location of a hole from one workpiece to another can be a...
We are pleased to present the new Woodworkers Institute website, which is being launched alongside...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
John Hawkswell makes a useful, rustic-style bolt from scrap wood If you want to add...
Firstly, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas, and we hope that Santa brings...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Israel Martin describes the process of making a wall cabinet with two side drawers using...
Steve Bisco looks at the man and the book that transformed 18th-century cabinetmaking and carved...
Last month we looked at peeling cuts and planing cuts with the skew chisel. Hopefully,...
Chris Grace builds a screen and blind to protect his tools from shavings and dust....
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Derek Jones uncovers some of the basics of router joinery For several years, I shared...
Richard Findley uses the skills from the exercises in the previous issues to make two...
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Nick Pedullá of Pedullá Studio makes custom furniture and woodworking videos in Sydney, Australia Sydney,...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
Creating custom scales for the handle of a fixed-blade knife requires a little care and...
Neil Lawton creates an easy-to-make trug project, so there’s no excuse for vegetating… I’ve been...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Anna Muzzolon combines traditional pyrography with colouring techniques to create a floral design In this...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
Michael T Collins shows you how to make a simple Shaker bench, with a different...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
Peter Benson looks at choosing a subject for carving. Try something original One of the...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus) is a mid-sized bird typically found in heather moorland and...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
Charles Mak built this saw vice for his panel saws and shows you how he...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
Carving scrolls into furniture is a technique that has been around for many centuries –...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
Carolin Reichert describes the creative use of Valchromat in her bespoke music cabinet. I entered the...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
The author provides a guide for carving a trio of Wilson’s birds of paradise. Wilson’s...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Issue 329 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from secret mitre dovetail boxes and oak side tables to restored tea caddies and handmade lamps. Learn traditional joints like draw-bored mortise and tenon and the nejiri arigata puzzle joint, and explore award-winning designs from the Wood Awards and Bespoke Guild Mark. With maker profiles and exhibition highlights, it’s a must-read for furniture enthusiasts.
Issue 211 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Kev Alviti’s decorative axe cover and a wide range of projects—from campfires and unicorns to stylised owls and a dual-faced portrait. Learn how to create depth in relief carving, explore pyro-inspired techniques, and meet carvers like Ceini Spiller, who turned a heartfelt gift into a thriving business. A rich and engaging read for carvers of all levels.
Issue 418 of Woodturning is packed with creative projects and thoughtful insights, from Richard Findley’s thread chasing tutorial to turned cedar bowls, natural-edge goblets, and playful penguin skittles. Explore unique ideas like turning inside books and archery mops, plus techniques for pepper mills and decorative boxes. With competition highlights from Wizardry in Wood and reflections on the future of turning, it’s a rich and engaging read for turners of all levels.
Issue 98 of Woodworking Crafts is full of practical projects and creative inspiration, from carved book stands and Valentine’s lovespoons to router jigs and wooden fruit. Learn techniques including pyrography, composition ornament making, and Domino Joiner tricks, plus get expert advice on planer-thicknessers and turning tool adapters. With profiles of inspiring makers and Wood Award winners, it’s a rich and rewarding read for every woodworker.
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
