The Woodworkers Institute
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We bring you the very best of woodworking!
“Make it with us”
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Frederick Wilbur carves a traditional foliage design The ubiquitous acanthus motif has been stylised more...
You can learn a range of skills and enjoy the great outdoors at this week-long...
Dave Western carves a pin brooch inspired by Welsh mythology My wife is fond of...
Last month we looked at peeling cuts and planing cuts with the skew chisel. Hopefully,...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I use Forstner bits to drill my blanks when making...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Andrew Thomas shows how to carve your own wonderful, decorative seashore shell. Ever since I...
Giacomo Malaspina makes a portable workbench that is ideal for working in small spaces While...
Peter Benson explores size and scale of carvings In this world where fashions seem to...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
We’re going to go back to southeastern Germany and the Erzgebirge Mountain area, famed for...
The Oseberg ship, built around 820AD, is one of three magnificent Viking ships preserved in...
Vintage furniture is increasingly popular but often has surface-level damage. Amber Bailey explains how to...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Wayne Bennett makes an oak box to store watches and cufflinks I was commissioned to...
We meet carver, green woodworker, teacher and author Harald Lamon Harald Lamon has a passion...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Accurately transferring the location of a hole from one workpiece to another can be a...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Three brothers in the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia have teamed up to create a business...
Steve Bisco carves a solid block of oak into a medieval ‘mercy seat’ Our Gothic...
Guest editor Emiliano Achaval talks to woodturning video creator Mike Peace When I accepted this...
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 211 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Kev Alviti’s decorative axe cover and a wide range of projects—from campfires and unicorns to stylised owls and a dual-faced portrait. Learn how to create depth in relief carving, explore pyro-inspired techniques, and meet carvers like Ceini Spiller, who turned a heartfelt gift into a thriving business. A rich and engaging read 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
