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“Make it with us”
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Stuart Thomas creates his interpretation of a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks A wonderful project...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Stuart Thomas creates his interpretation of a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks A wonderful project...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
For more than 70 years, Blum has collaborated with designers and furniture makers worldwide to...
Make a quick and useful key rack, perfect for a gift! Sometimes you just want...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
Lee Stoffer saddles up and rides his newest project, a shave horse. My first proper green...
We learn about the remarkable life and work of carver Ronald Ellis. Ronald Ellis’ journey...
Alan Holtham builds a folding bench for a part-time carver. The brief for this project...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
Guest editor Emiliano Achaval talks to woodturning video creator Mike Peace When I accepted this...
Andy Coates looks at what is it, why is it important and how do we...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Rita Duxbury turns a natural-edge lighthouse ornament The fascination with lighthouses throughout the world is...
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
Andrew Potocnik makes a decorative box out of pallet wood. So often one encounters timber...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
You don’t have to suffer from a bad back to realise that our handy kneeler...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
Inspired by the world’s biggest bike race, Rick Uttley recreates a classic cycle in wood...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Charles Mak shares some of his beading techniques while adding an ornamental detail to his...
There is confusion around the world over what a tortoise is. In the UK, we...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Dave Western researches the history of this traditional Welsh craft The lovespoon has become something...
Michael T Collins makes a useful pair of salad tongs Who doesn’t like a nice...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
There is more than one way to carve a spoon, as Ben Law explains Materials...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Peter Benson looks at carving a humorous and quirky doorstop Two of the most irritating...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Charles Mak shares some of his beading techniques while adding an ornamental detail to his...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
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