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Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
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No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
Get ANY of these books for FREE! We are offering ALL our readers the opportunity...
When working with wood, router bits are essential for shaping, trimming, and detailing wood. Here...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Welcome to the Woodworkers Institute Newsletter! Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Randall A Maxey shares his expert advice cor choosing and using honing guides Many beginners...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Paul Purnell looks at selection, storage, seasoning and straightening. When making your own walking stick,...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Peter Benson looks at choosing a subject for carving. Try something original One of the...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Rick Knopke’s rural childhood taught him a resourcefulness that later proved invaluable for his furniture-making...
You can make Andy Standing’s handy storage project from just one plank of wood This...
Peter Wood archly weaves his willowy way through another satisfying technique. In this article I...
Two French friends are bridging the divide between furniture and art with their unique pieces...
How many different jaws are there? There are many, but here we will look at the...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Meet Sawstop, The US Tablessaw Brand Using Innovative Technology to Save Fingers Across Europe A...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Kevin Alviti builds a high-quality garden workstation from Scandinavian redwood Over the years I’ve built...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
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Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
Mike Wood gets to grips with this magnificent bird As its name suggests, the black...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
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 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