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Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Dave Rigler explains how he made the Island Table, a stunning piece inspired by a seaside landscape...
Anna Muzzolon combines traditional pyrography with colouring techniques to create a floral design In this...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
Thomas Eddolls Makes A Family Dining Table In Solid Oak I received an enquiry from...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
When Martin Gallen offered a lift to a traditional Irish music tutor, it opened up...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
Graham Thompson explores the use of acrylic paints in woodcarving ‘Sacrilege! Why?’ I’m all for...
Paul Purnell looks at selection, storage, seasoning and straightening. When making your own walking stick,...
Janice Levi decorates Mark Palma’s platter with a Zentangle-inspired design When selecting pyrography as an...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
Neil Lawton creates an easy-to-make trug project, so there’s no excuse for vegetating… I’ve been...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Kevin Ley takes the time to construct a longcase clock in zebrano and oak Some...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
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...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Paul Purnell makes good use of leftover gun stock by carving this handy letter opener...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
In this extract from Pocket Hole Joinery, Mark Edmundson makes a blanket bench with a...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Hendrik Varju uses traditional butcher’s block joinery to capture the beauty of beech end grain. I’ve been...
In the woodworking shop, taking the time to make a pattern to create identical parts...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
Issue 329 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from secret mitre dovetail boxes and oak side tables to restored tea caddies and handmade lamps. Learn traditional joints like draw-bored mortise and tenon and the nejiri arigata puzzle joint, and explore award-winning designs from the Wood Awards and Bespoke Guild Mark. With maker profiles and exhibition highlights, it’s a must-read for furniture enthusiasts.
Issue 211 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Kev Alviti’s decorative axe cover and a wide range of projects—from campfires and unicorns to stylised owls and a dual-faced portrait. Learn how to create depth in relief carving, explore pyro-inspired techniques, and meet carvers like Ceini Spiller, who turned a heartfelt gift into a thriving business. A rich and engaging read for carvers of all levels.
Issue 418 of Woodturning is packed with creative projects and thoughtful insights, from Richard Findley’s thread chasing tutorial to turned cedar bowls, natural-edge goblets, and playful penguin skittles. Explore unique ideas like turning inside books and archery mops, plus techniques for pepper mills and decorative boxes. With competition highlights from Wizardry in Wood and reflections on the future of turning, it’s a rich and engaging read for turners of all levels.
Issue 98 of Woodworking Crafts is full of practical projects and creative inspiration, from carved book stands and Valentine’s lovespoons to router jigs and wooden fruit. Learn techniques including pyrography, composition ornament making, and Domino Joiner tricks, plus get expert advice on planer-thicknessers and turning tool adapters. With profiles of inspiring makers and Wood Award winners, it’s a rich and rewarding read for every woodworker.
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
