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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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Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Nic Westermann demystifies sharpening carving knives and chisels A few years back the (now ex)...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at essential topics, myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I’ve been smitten by pen turning. Easily done, small size...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Ger Vervoort makes a unique implement completely out of wood without the need to buy...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
Exploring the styles of ornament If there were some workshops producing high quality carving and...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Richard Findley explores common catches, why they happen and how to avoid them Catches are...
Steve Bisco carves a stylised piece, inspired by the Arts & Crafts movement The thistle is...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Chris Grace improves the effectiveness and ease of use of his extraction system. Having a...
Gerald is a well-established professional carver, who remains as devoted as ever to his craft....
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of drive types You may ask how...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
In the woodworking shop, taking the time to make a pattern to create identical parts...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
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Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Israel Martin makes a small chest of drawers to store a pen collection At the...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
BRIAN HOLCOMBE’S CONSTRUCTION IS ALL ABOUT THE FINELY CREATED JOINT WORK I recently made a...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Anthony Bailey makes a sleek media centre This media unit is designed to be a...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
You don’t have to suffer from a bad back to realise that our handy kneeler...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
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