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Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
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No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
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Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
Hendrik Varju uses traditional butcher’s block joinery to capture the beauty of beech end grain. I’ve been...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
Zoë Gertner creates a slumbering pet carving A well-meaning gift was left on my doorstep...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Derek Jones makes a birdhouse for the garden. The design This little bird box is...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
From hand-cut grooves and stopped dados to decorative dovetail joints, Charles Mak covers the trusted techniques used to build this...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Dave Bates reports on the Dalmann Tool Appeal At a time when charities are increasingly...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
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...Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Matt Estlea continues his practice frame series by cutting the lap joints In a previous...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Why you need an axe block Carving spoons from green wood using hand tools is...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
Ger Vervoort makes a unique implement completely out of wood without the need to buy...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Stuart Thomas creates his interpretation of a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks A wonderful project...
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 425 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from elegant lamps and sculptural boxes to miniature turnings and segmented vases. Discover advanced skills like buffalo horn inlay, explore the art of basket illusion turning, and gain insights into world-class woodturning demonstrations. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is a must-read for turners of every skill level.
Issue 101 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical inspiration, from garden benches and toy aeroplanes to carved mirrors, turned candle holders, and CNC-crafted bowls. Discover clever workshop tips, improve your carving skills, and explore innovative techniques combining pyrography and watercolour. Plus, meet inspiring makers and learn how woodworking is making a positive impact in communities. A rewarding read 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