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Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
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This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
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Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
Looking for a fun woodcarving project for the weekend? Johan Roudy carves a ready-to-leap mouse...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Inspired by the world’s biggest bike race, Rick Uttley recreates a classic cycle in wood...
In this article I will cover choosing wood and the best way to use the...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Graham Thompson pays homage to those he admires by carving their faces People portrait in...
I hope you enjoyed the first part of our French inspired ‘leaning jar spice rack’. If...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Guest editor Andy Coates interviews artistic woodturner Tic Challis Tic Challis is an artist and...
Richard Findley explores common catches, why they happen and how to avoid them Catches are...
How many different jaws are there? There are many, but here we will look at the...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Alexander Thomson investigates the life and work of this German sculptor Veit Stoss (born before...
We review the updated edition of this classic timber guide Wood Identification & Use has...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
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In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
Tatiana Baldina explains how carving simple practice boards can take your skills to a higher...
Exploring the styles of ornament If there were some workshops producing high quality carving and...
Steve Bisco carves a solid block of oak into a medieval ‘mercy seat’ Our Gothic...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
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Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
Andrew Potocnik creates a piece inspired by a Cornish ceramicist. I’ve had an idea sitting...
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