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Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
Randy Maxey shows all about combination planes and the differences between old ones and new...
The author opens up the world of freeform chip carving, introducing a new tool and...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
Now you should be ready to finish of your sphere. However, a sphere is only...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
Showcasing over 50 traditional and contemporary techniques, this book provides a visually rich and technically...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Fred & Julie Byrne use their scrollsaw to make a useful but attractive item for...
Louise Biggs shows us how she made a fancy fire surround when there is no...
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Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
FOLLOW JOHN BULLAR’S EXPERT GUIDE TO PREPARING YOUR OWN VENEERS It is extremely useful to...
Franciszek de Sage puts a William-and-Mary-style chest back on its feet This is a walnut...
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This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at the myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of woodturners...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
Mike Darlow turns a chess set based on a trumpet-shape design. The set shown above...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
Israel Martin makes a small chest of drawers to store a pen collection At the...
Michael T Collins shows you how to make a simple Shaker bench, with a different...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
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Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
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