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Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
Walter Hall makes an elegant, contemporary-style desk pen The temptation when turning desk pens is...
Murray Taylor looks at the Ambrosia, Versal and Asian fonts, a method of carving handwriting...
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
Murray Taylor looks at the Ambrosia, Versal and Asian fonts, a method of carving handwriting...
Walter Hall makes an elegant, contemporary-style desk pen The temptation when turning desk pens is...
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
John Hawkswell makes a useful, rustic-style bolt from scrap wood If you want to add...
Alexander Thomson investigates the life and work of this German sculptor Veit Stoss (born before...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
The Oseberg ship, built around 820AD, is one of three magnificent Viking ships preserved in...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
How many different jaws are there? There are many, but here we will look at the...
Master decorator and special effects expert Martin Green is the Master of Illusion who knows a...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
Guest editor Les Symonds takes on an unusual heritage project One of the many advantages...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
The first workshop I spent time in was more of a dumping ground in a...
Terry Nokes shows how to carve some fun-to-make bookends The wood selected for this tutorial...
Walter Hall makes an elegant, contemporary-style desk pen The temptation when turning desk pens is...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
Anthony Bailey gives you the best practice for getting to grips with your bandsaw 1....
Scott Horsburgh shares a technique for creating piston fit drawers. I have many woodworking heroes and...
In an extract from his book Green Wood Carving, Harald Lamon carves a wooden mug...
When working with wood, router bits are essential for shaping, trimming, and detailing wood. Here...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
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...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Wayne Bennett makes an oak box to store watches and cufflinks I was commissioned to...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Israel Martin makes a small chest of drawers to store a pen collection At the...
Charles Mak shares some of his beading techniques while adding an ornamental detail to his...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
From the height of art deco sophistication and through the mixed up seventies a nicely...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
Peter Benson looks at choosing a subject for carving. Try something original One of the...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
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