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Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
Anthony Bailey fixes the water damage to this wooden draining board This ash draining board...
Anna Muzzolon combines traditional pyrography with colouring techniques to create a floral design In this...
Barry Robbins shares his passion for a tool that most of us take for granted...
Dennis Zongker talks you through the steps for bending wood for curved furniture Furniture makers have...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Rita Duxbury turns a natural-edge lighthouse ornament The fascination with lighthouses throughout the world is...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Dave Wilkins walks guest editor Peter Benson through his journey from stick head making to...
In the latest in our tool collecting series, John Adamson looks at gimlets David Garrick,...
Kim Gowney tells us about how his experimentation led to this beautiful bowl. Kim’s ‘Opal...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
You can make Andy Standing’s handy storage project from just one plank of wood This...
Beatriz Zuazo uses reclaimed wood from her own workshop to make a pair of jewellery...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
If you have ever dreamt of building your own boat from a kit, then take...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Graham Thompson attempts a royal portrait and suggests you try something similar It was going...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at the myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of woodturners...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Mike Stafford turns a bowl that is neither round nor square A lot of us...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Expert gilder Paul Wilson, the subject of our carving feature, shows you how to gild...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
From hand-cut grooves and stopped dados to decorative dovetail joints, Charles Mak covers the trusted techniques used to build this...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
Steve Bisco shows us how to make a trellis obelisk to create a focal point...
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
Steve Bisco carves a solid block of oak into a medieval ‘mercy seat’ Our Gothic...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Issue 331 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert craftsmanship, from a Craftsman-style highboy dresser and live-edge cabinet to a rotating display cabinet and sofa table with a foldable game board. Discover traditional techniques like butterfly keys, explore innovative joinery, and meet outstanding makers and award-winning designs. A rich and rewarding read for furniture makers at every level.
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 422 of Woodturning is packed with inspiration and expert guidance, featuring Andrew Potocnik’s striking wall art and projects ranging from bolo ties and ebony boxes to a miniature Windsor chair and wing-handled bowl. Learn more about box lids, drill bit storage, and sharpening techniques, while discovering the work of Irish turner Richard West. Plus, enjoy exclusive woodworking book giveaways and the latest turning community updates.
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