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Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
Dennis Zongker talks you through the steps for bending wood for curved furniture Furniture makers have...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Louise Biggs restores her client’s faith in her much-used family dining chairs. My client’s father...
We look at an 18th-century carving by Masanao of Kyoto This wooden netsuke of a...
Lucy Turner has carved a furniture-shaped niche for herself by adorning pieces with marquetry made...
Mike Stafford turns a bowl that is neither round nor square A lot of us...
Graham Thompson attempts a royal portrait and suggests you try something similar It was going...
The author provides a guide for carving a trio of Wilson’s birds of paradise. Wilson’s...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Ray Winder discusses his miniature carvings and the Royal Society of Miniature Painters, Sculptors &...
As we transition from winter to spring, it seems only appropriate to move the workshop...
Richard Findley sets his first skew chisel skill-building practice exercises Last week I introduced my...
FOLLOW JOHN BULLAR’S EXPERT GUIDE TO PREPARING YOUR OWN VENEERS It is extremely useful to...
A 300-year-old Polish beech has won the annual competition that highlights significant trees A beech...
Steve Bisco carves a solid block of oak into a medieval ‘mercy seat’ Our Gothic...
Anna Muzzolon combines traditional pyrography with colouring techniques to create a floral design In this...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Follow Steve Bisco’s advice to enrich your woodwork with gold leaf Carvers, furniture makers and...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Isreal Martin describes making a special box from an old European walnut tree A few...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Kurt Hertzog looks at reactive finishes such as epoxies, cyanoacrylates, oils, varnishes, and oil/varnish blends...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
Carolin Reichert describes the creative use of Valchromat in her bespoke music cabinet. I entered the...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Having cleaned up and checked the knives on our used DeWalt 735 planer, we put...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Louise Briggs archly describes how she made a oak screen for a very particular client....
Michael T Collins talks us through making this spacious corner cabinet. Things you will need...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
Issue 332 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical expertise, from handcrafted chess sets and dovetailed trays to campaign furniture and workshop tools. Discover insights into Japanese saws, explore standout furniture showcased at the Smithsonian Craft Show, and meet talented designer-makers pushing the boundaries of the craft. A must-read for furniture makers seeking both inspiration and skill-building.
Issue 214 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from Cedric Boyns’ pierced bowl and bird sculpture to relief carvings, wildlife studies, and decorative panels. Learn to embrace new carving challenges with Peter Benson, discover Gary Field’s remarkable sculptures from reclaimed Australian timber, and enjoy book reviews, show reports, and a free woodworking book offer. A creative and rewarding issue for woodcarvers of every skill level.
Issue 424 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from textured square pots and elegant porringers to segmented collaborations and colour-shifting bowls. Learn more box-making skills with Richard Findley, discover creative texturing and tool-handle techniques, and meet acclaimed turner Guy du Toit. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is full of inspiration 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