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Richard Findley looks at what is needed to turn for furniture I trained as a...
Richard Findley looks at what is needed to turn for furniture I trained as a...
Dave Western hops into action with this frog face For many years I have been...
Derek Jones assesses the risks Based on information collected by the HSE in relation to...
Michael T Collins shows how to make one of the oldest woodworking joints that cabinetmakers...
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...Derek Jones assesses the risks Based on information collected by the HSE in relation to...
Dave Western hops into action with this frog face For many years I have been...
Michael T Collins shows how to make one of the oldest woodworking joints that cabinetmakers...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Nic Westermann demystifies sharpening carving knives and chisels A few years back the (now ex)...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Steve Bisco looks at the man and the book that transformed 18th-century cabinetmaking and carved...
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...In this series, William Barnsley looks back on the journey that inspired his career change...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
We are pleased to present the new Woodworkers Institute website, which is being launched alongside...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
Woodturning is alive and well. There is a fabulous selection of tools and equipment available...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Guest editor Pat Carroll introduces artist Elizabeth Weber and her beautiful work American woodturner Elizabeth...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
Anthony Bailey researches the history of ration-era furniture and restores a 1950 stable. In the...
We meet carver, green woodworker, teacher and author Harald Lamon Harald Lamon has a passion...
Neil Scobie shows us how to make a window bowl design derived from nature This...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Derek Jones weighs up the cost for a small-scale batch production run of octagonal components ...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as a finish...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using waterborne finishes Coalescing finishes are waterborne finishes and they cure...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
If you need to get a grip on your woodworking we have some good advice…...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
Hendrik Varju uses traditional butcher’s block joinery to capture the beauty of beech end grain. I’ve been...
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Andy Coates makes a table lamp from a reclaimed oak post. Every once in a...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Andrea Zanini shows how to make an ancient Italian drinking vessel The latest in ancient...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel in the strapwork style of the Jacobethan era Wooden...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Michael T Collins shows you how to make a simple Shaker bench, with a different...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Woodturner and fishing enthusiast Colwin Way shows how to turn fishing floats, lures and a...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
You can buy Routing for only £20/ $28 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £25 / $35 🇬🇧...
Pat Carroll shows how to make an acorn-style box with the addition of hand-cut threads...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
Issue 334 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from elegant oak display boxes and splayed-leg tables to restored furniture and handcrafted scrub planes. Learn how to achieve precision with machine tools, explore the restoration of a classic Finn Juhl chair, and discover outstanding designs nominated for the Wood Awards. With talented maker profiles and book recommendations, it’s an inspiring read for furniture makers of all levels.
Issue 216 of Woodcarving is packed with festive inspiration and creative projects, from Peter Benson’s snowboarding Santa to Gothic tracery, decorative signs, and intricate restoration work. Learn how to carve figures in motion, explore the fascinating craftsmanship of Armenian woodcarver Georgy Metichian, and discover Nik Keevil’s unique wood art. With book recommendations and the latest carving community news, it’s an inspiring issue for carvers of all skill levels.
Issue 427 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from Richard Findley’s multi-axis twisted box to oval bowls, petal-rimmed designs, and practical workshop accessories. Discover clever methods for replicating balusters, explore creative box-making with Andrew Potocnik, and meet rising woodturning talent Tom Windross. With expert advice, fresh ideas, and the latest community news, it’s an engaging read for turners of all skill levels.
Issue 103 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with festive inspiration and creative projects, from carved turkeys and turned penguin decorations to handmade gifts including toy shops, sewing tidies, and pyrography clocks. Discover expert tips on rust prevention, fitting hinges, and traditional joinery, explore the restoration of a classic Mogens Koch chair, and meet inspiring makers Andrew Potocnik and Ben Willis. With Wood Awards highlights, book reviews, and a free book offer, it’s a must-read for woodworking enthusiasts of all levels.
Masterpiece Chairs presents an in-depth study of 18 iconic 20th-century chair designs, revealing the construction, materials, and design thinking behind some of the most important furniture pieces in modern design history. This unique book goes beyond aesthetics to explore what makes a chair truly exceptional: structure, engineering and craftsmanship. Each featured chair has been carefully disassembled and restored, offering a rare, close-up look at how these design classics are built and assembled. With over 1,000 step-by-step photographs, the book provides a detailed visual record of every stage of disassembly and reconstruction, making it an essential reference for designers, woodworkers and furniture enthusiasts.
Willow Weaving is a collection of 10 contemporary hand-woven projects, inspired by traditional woven baskets. Weaving willow to make baskets and containers is a historic art that has been passed down through generations, and in this book, Eddie Glew continues the tradition, introducing techniques he has learnt from experts in the field and perfected. The book starts with a brief history of basketmaking, before moving on to guide the practical details of willow growing and preparation, choosing the right tools for the workshop and a guide to the techniques needed to make the projects. The ten projects that form the main part of the book cover a wide variety of different makes, from a simple Catalan tray to a lavish picnic hamper. The book features full-colour photographs throughout every stage of each project, and clear, colour-coded diagrams.