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“Make it with us”
There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
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,...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
Browse our collection available online and treat yourself! Browse our collection available online and treat...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Sue Harker makes a laminated open segmented bowl by gluing half rows of open segments...
The author explores the spacing of letters, the different methods of carving them and some...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
John Hawkswell makes a useful, rustic-style bolt from scrap wood If you want to add...
Andrew Potocnik explores turning a multi-part display vessel Goblets are a popular topic for turners...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Derek Jones meets Jim Broughton from Alexander George Antiques to see how the Golden Age...
Jim Broughton explains why there’s no real alternative to using traditional techniques when it comes...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Zoë Gertner creates a slumbering pet carving A well-meaning gift was left on my doorstep...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
Dave Western carves his take on a multi-bowled spoon When I carve, some seriously wild...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Firstly, welcome to the new Woodworkers Institute! It is still the same great resource of...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Anne Briggs Bohnett finds new life in her grandfather’s old Stanley planes with some elbow...
Vic Tesolin takes a detailed look at bevel-up bench planes in the shop. Often misunderstood...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Dave Western carves a pin brooch inspired by Welsh mythology My wife is fond of...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Make a quick and useful key rack, perfect for a gift! Sometimes you just want...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Andy Coates creates a decorative bowl, which remains attached to its base. A while ago I...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
Mike Stafford turns a bowl that is neither round nor square A lot of us...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
Alan Holtham builds a folding bench for a part-time carver. The brief for this project...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
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Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
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