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“Make it with us”
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
A circular saw is a power tool used for cutting a variety of materials, including...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Graham Thompson makes the case for unplanned carving ‘Free’ carving, means unplanned, seat- of-the-pants, without...
Michael T Collins brings us a design of chair with an intriguing past. In photographs I...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
Walter Hall describes how he brought an old ‘egg-beater’ hand drill back to working condition...
Pete Moncrieff-Jury considers the progression of turning over the last 34 years The 400th edition...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of drive types You may ask how...
Bern Chandley talks to F&C about his interpretation of a style that’s never been out...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
The first workshop I spent time in was more of a dumping ground in a...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
Kevin Ley takes the time to construct a longcase clock in zebrano and oak Some...
In this article, experienced woodworker Peter Wood takes us through this step-by-step guide on how...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Isreal Martin describes making a special box from an old European walnut tree A few...
John Hawkswell makes a useful, rustic-style bolt from scrap wood If you want to add...
Charles Mak built this saw vice for his panel saws and shows you how he...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Andy Coates looks at a commonly made object and deconstructs it to make something more...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
Dave Western carves an Art Deco style hinged spoon Although the wonderfully colourful and ornately...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Steve Bisco carves and guilds a classical acanthus swirl in sapele mahogany The classical acanthus...
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