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Walter Hall makes an elegant, contemporary-style desk pen The temptation when turning desk pens is...
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...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
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...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Richard Findley takes a look at an area of turning that he has never explored...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Les Symonds makes a popular item using a series of jigs and aids to simplify...
We look at some of the best lots from a Bonhams auction of Asian art...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Steve Bisco shows us how to make a trellis obelisk to create a focal point...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
Founded in 1952 by Julius Blum in Höchst, Austria, Blum has grown from a small...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Dave Western carves a pin brooch inspired by Welsh mythology My wife is fond of...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Franciszek de Sage puts a William-and-Mary-style chest back on its feet This is a walnut...
We decided to go looking for interesting and more obscure facts and useful working information...
Dr Helen Wilson imagines a conversation with carver Violet Pinwill (1874-1957) to guest editor John...
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
We meet carver, green woodworker, teacher and author Harald Lamon Harald Lamon has a passion...
Mark Palma turns a piece to accentuate its natural beauty I am always troubled when...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a historic woodcarving from the Viking Age. This project is...
Walter Hall makes an elegant, contemporary-style desk pen The temptation when turning desk pens is...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Charles Mak built this saw vice for his panel saws and shows you how he...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
From the height of art deco sophistication and through the mixed up seventies a nicely...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Hendrik Varju uses traditional butcher’s block joinery to capture the beauty of beech end grain. I’ve been...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
Mark Dunning makes the ideal bench for his workshop with twin screw vices and multiple...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
You can buy Wooden Jewellery Boxes for only £13.50/ $21.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £16.99 / $26.99 🇬🇧...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost 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