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Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
Paolo Pozzi builds a rustic-style door for a gazebo Having recently built a wooden gazebo,...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
The unique chair created by an automative design guru has been awarded a bespoke guild...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Continuing from Back to Basics – Types of Hardwood, this week we will look at...
The author gives a brief history of chip carving and describes the tools and equipment...
John Hawkswell looks at some eye catching handles and makes a magic wand, plus a...
Richard Findley sets his first skew chisel skill-building practice exercises Last week I introduced my...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Gary Marshall shows us how to make a traditional temporary woodsman’s working shelter – ‘a...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Paul Purnell makes good use of leftover gun stock by carving this handy letter opener...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Paolo Frattari combined two skill sets in one when he collaborated with fellow craftsman Dario...
Richard Findley uses the skills from the exercises in the previous issues to make two...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at the myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of woodturners...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
You can buy Whittling Wildlife for only £12/ $16 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.99 🇬🇧 For...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Michael T Collins brings us a design of chair with an intriguing past. In photographs I...
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Israel Martin makes a jewellery box using secret mitre dovetails and maple edge inlays When...
Charles Mak shares some of his beading techniques while adding an ornamental detail to his...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
Issue 330 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring craftsmanship, from a cherry chest of drawers and a Shaker-style wall shelf to a striking triangular display cabinet rich in symbolism. Discover clever workshop modifications, elegant designs made from offcuts, and expert restorations, plus features on London’s Fallen and Felled initiative and highlights from the Texas Furniture Show. An essential read for passionate furniture makers.
Issue 212 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Steve Bisco’s ancient-style bog oak figure to carvings of wildlife, masks, portraits, and tactile natural forms. Learn how to avoid common mistakes when carving faces, explore the history of netsuke, and discover the intricate work of Jonathan Bayes. With exhibition highlights and community news, it’s a rich and engaging issue for carvers of all levels.
Issue 420 of Woodturning is packed with inventive projects and expert techniques, from multi-centre boxes and yew lanterns to copper-embellished pots and stone-effect finishes. Discover creative methods like magnetic closures and polymer clay inlay, and meet makers such as Elise McLauchlan, blending geometry with woodturning. With practical tips, inspiration, and community updates, it’s a must-read for turners of all levels.
Issue 99 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical know-how, from pantry door shelving and a solid workbench to scrollsawn candle holders, carved frames, and pyrographed bowls. Learn techniques for flooring, drilling jigs, grinding tools, and mortising, and find inspiration in Thomas Dambo’s giant recycled-wood troll sculptures. A varied and engaging issue 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