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A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
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...Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
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...Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
John Adamson charts the history of Birmingham’s greatest tool manufacturer and reveals the potential for...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a historic woodcarving from the Viking Age. This project is...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Rita Duxbury turns a natural-edge lighthouse ornament The fascination with lighthouses throughout the world is...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
You can buy Scrollsaws A Woodworker’s Guide from Gifts to Me for only £13.50 (+P&P)! Usual...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
When embarking on a DIY project or even a professional job, selecting the right tool...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Why you need an axe block Carving spoons from green wood using hand tools is...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of drive types You may ask how...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Andy Coates makes a table lamp from a reclaimed oak post. Every once in a...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
You can buy Routing for only £20/ $28 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £25 / $35 🇬🇧...
Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
Michael T Collins talks us through making this spacious corner cabinet. Things you will need...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
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