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Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
Zoë Gertner shows how to create a relief-carved owl Some years ago I was given,...
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Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Zoë Gertner shows how to create a relief-carved owl Some years ago I was given,...
Sometimes it’s good to take it back to basics. As with many interests, there are...
Sue Harker makes a laminated open segmented bowl by gluing half rows of open segments...
Emiliano Achaval collaborates with Troy Grimwood to make a beautiful drinking vessel For this months’...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
Mark Palma compares and tests a variety of beading tools My skew and I have...
For more than 70 years, Blum has collaborated with designers and furniture makers worldwide to...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Andrew Thomas shows how to carve your own wonderful, decorative seashore shell. Ever since I...
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Hendrik Varju uses traditional butcher’s block joinery to capture the beauty of beech end grain. I’ve been...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
Michael Perkovich adds bold curves and subtle tapers to this elegant design This entry table...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
Make a quick and useful key rack, perfect for a gift! Sometimes you just want...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
Lee Stoffer saddles up and rides his newest project, a shave horse. My first proper green...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Carolin Reichert describes the creative use of Valchromat in her bespoke music cabinet. I entered the...
Gary Marshall shows us how to make a traditional temporary woodsman’s working shelter – ‘a...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
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 423 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from elegant long-neck vases and wave bowls to Viking games, flower goblets, and a handcrafted milking stool. Follow Richard Findley’s box-making series, discover the creative journey of turner Paul Hilton-Tapp, and enjoy expert advice from Kurt Hertzog. With woodworking book giveaways and community updates, it’s an engaging issue for turners of all skill levels.
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