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Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Mike Stafford turns a bowl that is neither round nor square A lot of us...
When Martin Gallen offered a lift to a traditional Irish music tutor, it opened up...
Such is the temptation of repeating tasks in woodworking, that I was encouraged by my...
Two French friends are bridging the divide between furniture and art with their unique pieces...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Master decorator and special effects expert Martin Green is the Master of Illusion who knows a...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
Colwin Way provides a plan to make a festive queen nutcracker, and gives a guide...
Thomas Eddolls Makes A Family Dining Table In Solid Oak I received an enquiry from...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Molly Winton explains how you can use pyrography and homemade brands to embellish your projects...
We’re going to go back to southeastern Germany and the Erzgebirge Mountain area, famed for...
Firstly, welcome to the new Woodworkers Institute! It is still the same great resource of...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of drive types You may ask how...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Although woodturning lathes vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, the basic requirements of the lathe dictate...
Alan Wasserman looks at using imperfect wood, starting with the implications and things to consider...
Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Dave Western carves an Art Deco style hinged spoon Although the wonderfully colourful and ornately...
Having cleaned up and checked the knives on our used DeWalt 735 planer, we put...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
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...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Having cleaned up and checked the knives on our used DeWalt 735 planer, we put...
Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
Israel Martin makes a small chest of drawers to store a pen collection At the...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
Mark Baker reimagines a vase in the flowing style of Ancient Rome The shape of...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
Issue 330 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring craftsmanship, from a cherry chest of drawers and a Shaker-style wall shelf to a striking triangular display cabinet rich in symbolism. Discover clever workshop modifications, elegant designs made from offcuts, and expert restorations, plus features on London’s Fallen and Felled initiative and highlights from the Texas Furniture Show. An essential read for passionate furniture makers.
Issue 212 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Steve Bisco’s ancient-style bog oak figure to carvings of wildlife, masks, portraits, and tactile natural forms. Learn how to avoid common mistakes when carving faces, explore the history of netsuke, and discover the intricate work of Jonathan Bayes. With exhibition highlights and community news, it’s a rich and engaging issue for carvers of all levels.
Issue 420 of Woodturning is packed with inventive projects and expert techniques, from multi-centre boxes and yew lanterns to copper-embellished pots and stone-effect finishes. Discover creative methods like magnetic closures and polymer clay inlay, and meet makers such as Elise McLauchlan, blending geometry with woodturning. With practical tips, inspiration, and community updates, it’s a must-read for turners of all levels.
Issue 99 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical know-how, from pantry door shelving and a solid workbench to scrollsawn candle holders, carved frames, and pyrographed bowls. Learn techniques for flooring, drilling jigs, grinding tools, and mortising, and find inspiration in Thomas Dambo’s giant recycled-wood troll sculptures. A varied and engaging issue 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