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We bring you the very best of woodworking!
“Make it with us”
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
Zoë Gertner shows how to create a relief-carved owl Some years ago I was given,...
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Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Zoë Gertner shows how to create a relief-carved owl Some years ago I was given,...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Mark Palma explores methods to deter bleed through Adding colour or a decorative element to...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Dr Helen Wilson imagines a conversation with carver Violet Pinwill (1874-1957) to guest editor John...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
John Adamson charts the history of Birmingham’s greatest tool manufacturer and reveals the potential for...
Andrew Potocnik makes a decorative box out of pallet wood. So often one encounters timber...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Fred & Julie Byrne use their scrollsaw to make a useful but attractive item for...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
Amber Bailey reflects on the benefits of adding decorative metalwork to wood. Natural glue for...
Colwin Way takes the mechanism made by Richard Findley and adds his woodturner automaton I...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
Wayne Bennett makes an oak box to store watches and cufflinks I was commissioned to...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Sue Harker pens a piece describing how to turn a paper holder It is amazing...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
Louise Briggs archly describes how she made a oak screen for a very particular client....
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
The author provides a guide for carving a trio of Wilson’s birds of paradise. Wilson’s...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
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 423 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from elegant long-neck vases and wave bowls to Viking games, flower goblets, and a handcrafted milking stool. Follow Richard Findley’s box-making series, discover the creative journey of turner Paul Hilton-Tapp, and enjoy expert advice from Kurt Hertzog. With woodworking book giveaways and community updates, it’s an engaging issue for turners of all skill levels.
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