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We bring you the very best of woodworking!
“Make it with us”
Woodcarving is arguably the most artistic of the woodworking disciplines. Basic woodworking skills will be...
Anthony Bailey fixes the water damage to this wooden draining board This ash draining board...
Furniture maker Dorian Bracht tell us about his love of joints and his new book...
Janice Levi decorates Mark Palma’s platter with a Zentangle-inspired design When selecting pyrography as an...
Fred & Julie Byrne use their scrollsaw to make a useful but attractive item for...
We look at an 18th-century carving by Masanao of Kyoto This wooden netsuke of a...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
BRIAN HOLCOMBE’S CONSTRUCTION IS ALL ABOUT THE FINELY CREATED JOINT WORK I recently made a...
Pete Moncrieff-Jury considers the progression of turning over the last 34 years The 400th edition...
What is a shooting board? If not already familiar with the term, you have probably...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
The author explores the spacing of letters, the different methods of carving them and some...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
For more than 70 years, Blum has collaborated with designers and furniture makers worldwide to...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Anthony Bailey gives you the best practice for getting to grips with your bandsaw 1....
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
We meet Victoria Walpole, a Northumberland- based marquetry artist Victoria Walpole has had a varied...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Nic Westermann gets to grips with an edge-damaged tool This month, in the absence of...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Michael T Collins shows you how to make a simple Shaker bench, with a different...
Ever peered into the miniature world of a dollhouse and pondered how on earth anyone...
What you will need • 38mm twist bit or adjustable bit• Bow saw• Compass or...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
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
