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For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
We look at some of the best lots from a Bonhams auction of Asian art...
Nic Westermann demystifies sharpening carving knives and chisels A few years back the (now ex)...
Anna Muzzolon combines traditional pyrography with colouring techniques to create a floral design In this...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
William Barsley talks about the progress of his final year and the transition from student...
Lucy Turner has carved a furniture-shaped niche for herself by adorning pieces with marquetry made...
Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
When embarking on a DIY project or even a professional job, selecting the right tool...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
We learn about the remarkable life and work of carver Ronald Ellis. Ronald Ellis’ journey...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Andy Coates makes a table lamp from a reclaimed oak post. Every once in a...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Nick Pedullá of Pedullá Studio makes custom furniture and woodworking videos in Sydney, Australia Sydney,...
Founded in 1952 by Julius Blum in Höchst, Austria, Blum has grown from a small...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Kurt Hertzog looks at reactive finishes such as epoxies, cyanoacrylates, oils, varnishes, and oil/varnish blends...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
In an extract from his book Green Wood Carving, Harald Lamon carves a wooden mug...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
Colwin Way provides a plan to make a festive queen nutcracker, and gives a guide...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
Alan Holtham creates an elegant project that will make life easier for parents It is...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
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