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Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Taking inspiration from nature, Jack de Vos uses a variety of techniques to create this...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
Woodcarving reader, TimMcGinn shares his experiences and inspirations My introduction to woodcarving was an exhibition...
John Lloyd looks at a 15th-century technique that revolutionised furniture making. No, this has nothing...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
When Martin Gallen offered a lift to a traditional Irish music tutor, it opened up...
Firstly, welcome to the new Woodworkers Institute! It is still the same great resource of...
Ger Vervoort makes a unique implement completely out of wood without the need to buy...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
Richard Findley takes a look at the technique known as ring, or hoop, turning. I first...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
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...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
Neil Lawton creates an easy-to-make trug project, so there’s no excuse for vegetating… I’ve been...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Issue 332 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical expertise, from handcrafted chess sets and dovetailed trays to campaign furniture and workshop tools. Discover insights into Japanese saws, explore standout furniture showcased at the Smithsonian Craft Show, and meet talented designer-makers pushing the boundaries of the craft. A must-read for furniture makers seeking both inspiration and skill-building.
Issue 214 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from Cedric Boyns’ pierced bowl and bird sculpture to relief carvings, wildlife studies, and decorative panels. Learn to embrace new carving challenges with Peter Benson, discover Gary Field’s remarkable sculptures from reclaimed Australian timber, and enjoy book reviews, show reports, and a free woodworking book offer. A creative and rewarding issue for woodcarvers of every skill level.
Issue 424 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from textured square pots and elegant porringers to segmented collaborations and colour-shifting bowls. Learn more box-making skills with Richard Findley, discover creative texturing and tool-handle techniques, and meet acclaimed turner Guy du Toit. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is full of inspiration for turners of every skill level.
Issue 101 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical inspiration, from garden benches and toy aeroplanes to carved mirrors, turned candle holders, and CNC-crafted bowls. Discover clever workshop tips, improve your carving skills, and explore innovative techniques combining pyrography and watercolour. Plus, meet inspiring makers and learn how woodworking is making a positive impact in communities. A rewarding read for makers of all abilities.
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