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Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
In the first of two articles, Tatiana Baldina demonstrates how to lay out some basic...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Randall A Maxey shares his expert advice cor choosing and using honing guides Many beginners...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Andrew Thomas shows how to carve your own wonderful, decorative seashore shell. Ever since I...
Mark Harrell reveals the three backsaws you really need in your tool kit. We all...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Dave Western carves a pin brooch inspired by Welsh mythology My wife is fond of...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Many woodworkers cite a bandsaw as the first ‘proper’ machine purchase. What do you need...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
Anthony Bailey shares the plans for an easy-to-make laminated sledge I can’t take the credit...
Arris: A arris is the term for a sharp edge on wood where two edges meet....
Chris Grace builds a screen and blind to protect his tools from shavings and dust....
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
We look at an 18th-century carving by Masanao of Kyoto This wooden netsuke of a...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
This new series was inspired by an article published last year in Woodturning by my...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
Make a quick and useful key rack, perfect for a gift! Sometimes you just want...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Gary Marshall shows us how to make a traditional temporary woodsman’s working shelter – ‘a...
Ger Vervoort makes a unique implement completely out of wood without the need to buy...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
Accurately transferring the location of a hole from one workpiece to another can be a...
Having cleaned up and checked the knives on our used DeWalt 735 planer, we put...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Colwin Way continues his turnings with a set of table skittles. This project sprang to...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Issue 331 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert craftsmanship, from a Craftsman-style highboy dresser and live-edge cabinet to a rotating display cabinet and sofa table with a foldable game board. Discover traditional techniques like butterfly keys, explore innovative joinery, and meet outstanding makers and award-winning designs. A rich and rewarding read for furniture makers at every level.
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 422 of Woodturning is packed with inspiration and expert guidance, featuring Andrew Potocnik’s striking wall art and projects ranging from bolo ties and ebony boxes to a miniature Windsor chair and wing-handled bowl. Learn more about box lids, drill bit storage, and sharpening techniques, while discovering the work of Irish turner Richard West. Plus, enjoy exclusive woodworking book giveaways and the latest turning community updates.
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