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Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Graham Thompson pays homage to those he admires by carving their faces People portrait in...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
A 300-year-old Polish beech has won the annual competition that highlights significant trees A beech...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Dan Cherry explains how to get started collecting wooden and ivory rules. Warning: this article...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Sue Harker pens a piece describing how to turn a paper holder It is amazing...
Cedric Boyns uses his scrollsaw to carve out an intricate box This project was inspired...
Derek Jones takes F&C to the sales for a quick lesson in dating A sale...
Lee Stoffer weaves the seat for his stool. To ensure the seat weave was of...
If you have ever dreamt of building your own boat from a kit, then take...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
From unpromising student to award-winning teacher, Jamie Ward ran the gamut of woodwork teaching before...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
From plain shabby to ‘shabby chic’. I had the offer of some free-to-use pine tongue...
Graham Thompson explores the use of acrylic paints in woodcarving ‘Sacrilege! Why?’ I’m all for...
Dave Western explores the meanings behind the signs and symbols used in lovespoons. Understanding lovespoon...
We look at some of the best lots from a Bonhams auction of Asian art...
Mark Palma looks at expanding the use of wax in woodturning. Wax has been used...
Gary Marshall takes a look at the lime tree, whose history lies back in ancient...
Michael T Collins talks us through making this spacious corner cabinet. Things you will need...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
Steve Bisco carves and guilds a classical acanthus swirl in sapele mahogany The classical acanthus...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
Michael T Collins brings us a design of chair with an intriguing past. In photographs I...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
From the height of art deco sophistication and through the mixed up seventies a nicely...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
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 213 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Dave Western’s decorative bowl and traditional Welsh lovespoon alongside projects from beach scenes and optical illusions to birds, brushes, and sculpted portraits. Learn how to capture character in portrait carving, gain insights from experienced tutors, and discover fresh artistic perspectives from makers like Lara Reisigl Domeneghetti. A vibrant and engaging issue for carvers of all levels.
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