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Colwin Way shows how to make a bradawl, marking gauge and a mallet I think...
Colwin Way shows how to make a bradawl, marking gauge and a mallet I think...
Amber Bailey restores a delightful antique spirit level back to its former glory Any woodworker...
Mike Wood provides a step-by-step guide to carving this distinctive large bird Introduced into the...
Bob Jubb shells out some top tips for carving this charming creature There is confusion...
Dan Schwank demonstrates his method for producing batches of accurate winding sticks One of the...
Mike Wood provides a step-by-step guide to carving this distinctive large bird Introduced into the...
Amber Bailey restores a delightful antique spirit level back to its former glory Any woodworker...
Bob Jubb shells out some top tips for carving this charming creature There is confusion...
We’ve all struggled with a job and wished we had a better way of doing...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Peter Benson looks at carving a humorous and quirky doorstop Two of the most irritating...
Phil Edwards is the man behind Britain’s only commercial maker of traditional wooden planes –...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Paolo Pozzi builds a rustic-style door for a gazebo Having recently built a wooden gazebo,...
Gary Marshall takes a look at the lime tree, whose history lies back in ancient...
Founded in 1952 by Julius Blum in Höchst, Austria, Blum has grown from a small...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I’m thinking about buying a chainsaw to cut wood for...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
We learn about the remarkable life and work of carver Ronald Ellis. Ronald Ellis’ journey...
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
Sometimes it’s good to take it back to basics. As with many interests, there are...
Derek Jones makes a birdhouse for the garden. The design This little bird box is...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Lucy Turner has carved a furniture-shaped niche for herself by adorning pieces with marquetry made...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
Alan Holtham builds a folding bench for a part-time carver. The brief for this project...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
Emiliano Achaval collaborates with Troy Grimwood to make a beautiful drinking vessel For this months’...
Mike Darlow turns a chess set based on a trumpet-shape design. The set shown above...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Woodturner and fishing enthusiast Colwin Way shows how to turn fishing floats, lures and a...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Having cleaned up and checked the knives on our used DeWalt 735 planer, we put...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Mike Stafford turns a bowl that is neither round nor square A lot of us...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Ger Vervoort makes a unique implement completely out of wood without the need to buy...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
Bob Jubb shells out some top tips for carving this charming creature There is confusion...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Issue 333 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from a Craftsman-style cherry table and a classic rocking chair to floating shelves, a period garden gate, and workshop mallets. Sharpen your skills with expert advice on saw sharpening and working with solid wood, discover outstanding student craftsmanship, and meet talented designer-makers from around the world. Plus, enjoy a special woodworking book giveaway in this inspiring issue.
Issue 215 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Green Men and carved penguins to personalised serving boards and intricate sculpted heads. Learn practical carving skills with Peter Benson, explore the work of acclaimed wildfowl artist Pat Godin, and discover the beauty of foliate carving. With exhibition highlights, community news, and a free woodworking book offer, it’s an inspiring issue for carvers of every level.
Issue 426 of Woodturning is packed with inventive projects and expert techniques, from a walnut phone amplifier and hot-melt glue decorated bowl to shifted forms and unusual turned boxes. Explore basket illusion work, follow Richard Findley’s box-making series, and discover the craftsmanship behind James Carter’s signature Christmas ornaments. With highlights from the AAW Symposium and the latest turning community news, it’s an inspiring read for woodturners of all levels.
Issue 102 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with inspiring projects, from key cabinets and canvas deck chairs to pallet-wood furniture, carved pendants, and handcrafted planes. Sharpen your skills with expert advice on segmented turning, pocket hole joinery, and choosing a tablesaw, then discover innovative makers, modern marquetry, and the next generation of furniture craftsmanship. With a free woodworking book offer, it’s an essential 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