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We bring you the very best of woodworking!
“Make it with us”
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
We review a new woodworking book Routing Router trimmers are smaller, more manoeuvrable and cheaper...
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
Andrew Thomas shows how to carve your own wonderful, decorative seashore shell. Ever since I...
In the first of two articles, Tatiana Baldina demonstrates how to lay out some basic...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Alexander Thomson investigates the life and work of this German sculptor Veit Stoss (born before...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Anthony Bailey fixes the water damage to this wooden draining board This ash draining board...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
Paul Purnell makes good use of leftover gun stock by carving this handy letter opener...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
From hand-cut grooves and stopped dados to decorative dovetail joints, Charles Mak covers the trusted techniques used to build this...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
From the height of art deco sophistication and through the mixed up seventies a nicely...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Wayne Bennett makes an oak box to store watches and cufflinks I was commissioned to...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
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