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We bring you the very best of woodworking!
“Make it with us”
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Mark Baker reimagines a vase in the flowing style of Ancient Rome The shape of...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
Mark Baker reimagines a vase in the flowing style of Ancient Rome The shape of...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Andy Coates looks at what is it, why is it important and how do we...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Dave Bates reports on the Dalmann Tool Appeal At a time when charities are increasingly...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Wood, a material from trees, grown by the energy of the sun, is the beginning...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Graham Thompson explores the use of acrylic paints in woodcarving ‘Sacrilege! Why?’ I’m all for...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I use Forstner bits to drill my blanks when making...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
If you have ever dreamt of building your own boat from a kit, then take...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
In this article, experienced woodworker Peter Wood takes us through this step-by-step guide on how...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Louise Biggs restores her client’s faith in her much-used family dining chairs. My client’s father...
Showcasing over 50 traditional and contemporary techniques, this book provides a visually rich and technically...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a shallow maple leaf dish. This project is aimed...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
Exploring the styles of ornament If there were some workshops producing high quality carving and...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storagerack...
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
Colwin Way continues his turnings with a set of table skittles. This project sprang to...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
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 419 of Woodturning is brimming with creativity, from Mark Palma’s red oak bowls to projects including spinning tops, burr bowls, iridescent vases, and a traditional Scottish quaich. Learn threading techniques for an acorn box, find inspiration in rescued timber transformations, and catch up on competition highlights and community news. A vibrant and varied issue for woodturners of every level.
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
