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Neil Scobie shows us how to make a window bowl design derived from nature This...
Neil Scobie shows us how to make a window bowl design derived from nature This...
Theo Cook explains how to make a plane to tame the most awkward grain I...
You can buy Pen Turning for only £12.00/ $15.96 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.95 🇬🇧 For...
Mark Baker introduces the ever-popular method of rotary power carving, with tips on choosing tools...
Pat Carroll shows how to make an acorn-style box with the addition of hand-cut threads...
You can buy Pen Turning for only £12.00/ $15.96 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.95 🇬🇧 For...
Theo Cook explains how to make a plane to tame the most awkward grain I...
Mark Baker introduces the ever-popular method of rotary power carving, with tips on choosing tools...
Graham Thompson attempts a royal portrait and suggests you try something similar It was going...
Some shelves need to be open, such as for books. But other items are safer...
How many different jaws are there? There are many, but here we will look at the...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Anna Muzzolon combines traditional pyrography with colouring techniques to create a floral design In this...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Peter Wood archly weaves his willowy way through another satisfying technique. In this article I...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
A brief history of gypsy wagon For hundreds of years, these amazing constructions have been...
Vic Tesolin takes a detailed look at bevel-up bench planes in the shop. Often misunderstood...
Richard Findley continues his skew chisel series by making a wooden mallet for use around...
A 300-year-old Polish beech has won the annual competition that highlights significant trees A beech...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
One of the best ways to master the art of using hand tools is to use...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
You can buy Wooden Jewellery Boxes for only £13.50/ $21.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £16.99 / $26.99 🇬🇧...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Mark Baker introduces the ever-popular method of rotary power carving, with tips on choosing tools...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
Mark Dunning makes the ideal bench for his workshop with twin screw vices and multiple...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Louise Biggs describes how she made a oak screen for a very particular client. I have...
Mark Ivan Fortune takes you through the steps to carve this beautiful decoration. All things...
Neil Lawton creates an easy-to-make trug project, so there’s no excuse for vegetating… I’ve been...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
I hope you enjoyed the first part of our French inspired ‘leaning jar spice rack’. If...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
Colwin Way shows how to make a bradawl, marking gauge and a mallet I think...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
Stuart King turns to inspiration from history to create a vessel with a well-worn look,...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Charles Mak’s handmade paper roll holders transform note-jotting chores into delightful acts of efficiency marked...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Issue 333 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from a Craftsman-style cherry table and a classic rocking chair to floating shelves, a period garden gate, and workshop mallets. Sharpen your skills with expert advice on saw sharpening and working with solid wood, discover outstanding student craftsmanship, and meet talented designer-makers from around the world. Plus, enjoy a special woodworking book giveaway in this inspiring issue.
Issue 215 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Green Men and carved penguins to personalised serving boards and intricate sculpted heads. Learn practical carving skills with Peter Benson, explore the work of acclaimed wildfowl artist Pat Godin, and discover the beauty of foliate carving. With exhibition highlights, community news, and a free woodworking book offer, it’s an inspiring issue for carvers of every level.
Issue 426 of Woodturning is packed with inventive projects and expert techniques, from a walnut phone amplifier and hot-melt glue decorated bowl to shifted forms and unusual turned boxes. Explore basket illusion work, follow Richard Findley’s box-making series, and discover the craftsmanship behind James Carter’s signature Christmas ornaments. With highlights from the AAW Symposium and the latest turning community news, it’s an inspiring read for woodturners of all levels.
Issue 102 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with inspiring projects, from key cabinets and canvas deck chairs to pallet-wood furniture, carved pendants, and handcrafted planes. Sharpen your skills with expert advice on segmented turning, pocket hole joinery, and choosing a tablesaw, then discover innovative makers, modern marquetry, and the next generation of furniture craftsmanship. With a free woodworking book offer, it’s an essential 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