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Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Kurt Hertzog looks at reactive finishes such as epoxies, cyanoacrylates, oils, varnishes, and oil/varnish blends...
Terry Nokes shows how to carve some fun-to-make bookends The wood selected for this tutorial...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
Kurt Hertzog looks at reactive finishes such as epoxies, cyanoacrylates, oils, varnishes, and oil/varnish blends...
Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Terry Nokes shows how to carve some fun-to-make bookends The wood selected for this tutorial...
We’re going to go back to southeastern Germany and the Erzgebirge Mountain area, famed for...
Mark Beckett explains how woodturning helped bring him back from the brink of death Where...
Walter Hall describes how he brought an old ‘egg-beater’ hand drill back to working condition...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
Graham Thompson makes the case for unplanned carving ‘Free’ carving, means unplanned, seat- of-the-pants, without...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Founded in 1952 by Julius Blum in Höchst, Austria, Blum has grown from a small...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
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...Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Andrew Thomas shows how to carve your own wonderful, decorative seashore shell. Ever since I...
Mark Baker shows how to make a simple, decorative tealight holder Tealight holders may seem...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
Terry Nokes carves a baby rabbit This rabbit project was inspired by Easter, has minimal...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Exploring the styles of ornament If there were some workshops producing high quality carving and...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Peter Wood archly weaves his willowy way through another satisfying technique. In this article I...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Michael T Collins shows you how to make a simple Shaker bench, with a different...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Tatiana Baldina explains how carving simple practice boards can take your skills to a higher...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
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 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.
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