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David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
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...
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Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Gary Marshall takes a look at the lime tree, whose history lies back in ancient...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Colwin Way takes the mechanism made by Richard Findley and adds his woodturner automaton I...
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We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Chris West looks at getting started with turning a mill, using a CrushGrind Shaft mechanism....
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Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I use Forstner bits to drill my blanks when making...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
Philip Greenwood looks at methods of re-chucking. In this part we look at a few...
Graham Thompson pays homage to those he admires by carving their faces People portrait in...
The team at Tree Tents International build extraordinary structures that reconnect people to nature Tree...
Randall A Maxey shares his expert advice cor choosing and using honing guides Many beginners...
As we transition from winter to spring, it seems only appropriate to move the workshop...
Paolo Frattari combined two skill sets in one when he collaborated with fellow craftsman Dario...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at the myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of woodturners...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Steve Bisco shows us how to make a trellis obelisk to create a focal point...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
Mark Ivan Fortune takes you through the steps to carve this beautiful decoration. All things...
Lee Stoffer saddles up and rides his newest project, a shave horse. My first proper green...
Anthony Bailey makes a sleek media centre This media unit is designed to be a...
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