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Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Many woodworkers cite a bandsaw as the first ‘proper’ machine purchase. What do you need...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Many woodworkers cite a bandsaw as the first ‘proper’ machine purchase. What do you need...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
You can buy Wooden Jewellery Boxes for only £13.50/ $21.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £16.99 / $26.99 🇬🇧...
Janice Levi decorates Mark Palma’s platter with a Zentangle-inspired design When selecting pyrography as an...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Different countries use different measuring systems and typically the USA uses the standard/English/Imperial system and...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Amber Bailey reflects on the benefits of adding decorative metalwork to wood. Natural glue for...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
Using a static sander needs grit and determination – we have both! Once you have...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Cedar is a catch-all name for many different species of often unrelated tree – we...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Kevin Alviti unearths an archaeopteryx ‘Your boy likes dinosaurs, think you could carve a fossil?’...
Lucy Turner has carved a furniture-shaped niche for herself by adorning pieces with marquetry made...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Derek Jones takes F&C to the sales for a quick lesson in dating A sale...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
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...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Louise Briggs archly describes how she made a oak screen for a very particular client....
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
There is more than one way to carve a spoon, as Ben Law explains Materials...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
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 419 of Woodturning is brimming with creativity, from Mark Palma’s red oak bowls to projects including spinning tops, burr bowls, iridescent vases, and a traditional Scottish quaich. Learn threading techniques for an acorn box, find inspiration in rescued timber transformations, and catch up on competition highlights and community news. A vibrant and varied issue for woodturners of every level.
Issue 98 of Woodworking Crafts is full of practical projects and creative inspiration, from carved book stands and Valentine’s lovespoons to router jigs and wooden fruit. Learn techniques including pyrography, composition ornament making, and Domino Joiner tricks, plus get expert advice on planer-thicknessers and turning tool adapters. With profiles of inspiring makers and Wood Award winners, it’s a rich and rewarding read for every woodworker.
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
