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David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Anthony Bailey shares the plans for an easy-to-make laminated sledge I can’t take the credit...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Woodcarving reader, TimMcGinn shares his experiences and inspirations My introduction to woodcarving was an exhibition...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Stuart King turns romantic as he gives you ideas for making a variety of bud...
Some shelves need to be open, such as for books. But other items are safer...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel in the strapwork style of the Jacobethan era Wooden...
Louise Biggs shows us how she made a fancy fire surround when there is no...
Guest editor Mark Palma restores a CBN wheel which has seen better days CBN wheels...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
One of the best ways to master the art of using hand tools is to use...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Richard Findley explores common catches, why they happen and how to avoid them Catches are...
We head to America’s West Coast to find out how this award-winning designer combines traditional...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
In this series, William Barnsley looks back on the journey that inspired his career change...
Kim Gowney tells us about how his experimentation led to this beautiful bowl. Kim’s ‘Opal...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
John Adamson charts the history of Birmingham’s greatest tool manufacturer and reveals the potential for...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at the myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of woodturners...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
Anthony Bailey makes a sleek media centre This media unit is designed to be a...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Peter Benson looks at carving a humorous and quirky doorstop Two of the most irritating...
Sue Harker makes a laminated open segmented bowl by gluing half rows of open segments...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
Mike Darlow turns a chess set based on a trumpet-shape design. The set shown above...
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