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Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
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...There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
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Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
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Amber Bailey reflects on the benefits of adding decorative metalwork to wood. Natural glue for...
We are pleased to present the new Woodworkers Institute website, which is being launched alongside...
Continuing from Back to Basics – Types of Hardwood, this week we will look at...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Zoë Gertner creates a slumbering pet carving A well-meaning gift was left on my doorstep...
Terry Nokes carves a baby rabbit This rabbit project was inspired by Easter, has minimal...
Follow Steve Bisco’s advice to enrich your woodwork with gold leaf Carvers, furniture makers and...
Jim Broughton explains why there’s no real alternative to using traditional techniques when it comes...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
Derek Jones makes a birdhouse for the garden. The design This little bird box is...
Welcome to the Woodworkers Institute Newsletter! Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting...
Anne Briggs Bohnett finds new life in her grandfather’s old Stanley planes with some elbow...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Mike Stafford turns a bowl that is neither round nor square A lot of us...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Dave Western carves an Art Deco style hinged spoon Although the wonderfully colourful and ornately...
Dave Western explores the meanings behind the signs and symbols used in lovespoons. Understanding lovespoon...
We head to America’s West Coast to find out how this award-winning designer combines traditional...
Anthony Bailey explains the key features of Japanese pullsaws and demonstrates how to use them...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Michael T Collins shows you how to make a simple Shaker bench, with a different...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
Creating custom scales for the handle of a fixed-blade knife requires a little care and...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Steve Bisco makes a lime wood foliage carving in the style of Grinling Gibbons. Grinling...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
You can buy Routing for only £20/ $28 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £25 / $35 🇬🇧...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Tatiana Baldina explains how carving simple practice boards can take your skills to a higher...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a historic woodcarving from the Viking Age. This project is...
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.
Celebrate the milestone 100th issue of Woodworking Crafts with exclusive giveaways from Makita and BeaverCraft Tools, free woodworking books, and a special look back at memorable covers from the past 100 issues. Packed with inspiring projects—from folding stands and loveseats to carved spoons, knife racks, and pyrography art—plus expert techniques on veneer repair, sharpening, moulding planes, and bandsaw troubleshooting, this landmark edition is a must-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