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Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
When embarking on a DIY project or even a professional job, selecting the right tool...
Israel Martin makes a jewellery box using secret mitre dovetails and maple edge inlays When...
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Chris West looks at getting started with turning a mill, using a CrushGrind Shaft mechanism....
Taking inspiration from nature, Jack de Vos uses a variety of techniques to create this...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Derek Jones meets Jim Broughton from Alexander George Antiques to see how the Golden Age...
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Such is the temptation of repeating tasks in woodworking, that I was encouraged by my...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Chris Grace cuts to the chase with some safe and useful advice on using a...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Nic Westermann explores the issue of green wood shrinkage The main rule I have as...
Looking for a fun woodcarving project for the weekend? Johan Roudy carves a ready-to-leap mouse...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Isreal Martin describes making a special box from an old European walnut tree A few...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
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...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
Peter Benson looks at choosing a subject for carving. Try something original One of the...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
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Dennis Zongker explains how to carve decorative scrolls on table legs Carving scrolls into furniture...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
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