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Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
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No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Dave Western shows how to carve a Celtic knot pendant I love Celtic knotwork and...
Get ANY of these books for FREE! We are offering ALL our readers the opportunity...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Steve Bisco looks at the man and the book that transformed 18th-century cabinetmaking and carved...
What have you been turning? Please email your images to WTEditorial@thegmcgroup.com Wedding goblet My granddaughter,...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
You can buy Whittling Wildlife for only £12/ $16 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.99 🇬🇧 For...
Dan Cherry explains how to get started collecting wooden and ivory rules. Warning: this article...
Jim Broughton explains why there’s no real alternative to using traditional techniques when it comes...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Anne Briggs Bohnett finds new life in her grandfather’s old Stanley planes with some elbow...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
Graham Thompson makes the case for unplanned carving ‘Free’ carving, means unplanned, seat- of-the-pants, without...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Nic Westermann explores the issue of green wood shrinkage The main rule I have as...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Mark Palma introduces you to the world of miniature woodturning Woodturning is wonderful hobby that...
Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Accurately transferring the location of a hole from one workpiece to another can be a...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Charles Mak built this saw vice for his panel saws and shows you how he...
Why you need an axe block Carving spoons from green wood using hand tools is...
Alan Holtham builds a folding bench for a part-time carver. The brief for this project...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Colwin Way shows how to turn a selection of bowls, bases and columns that can...
Stuart King turns romantic as he gives you ideas for making a variety of bud...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
The author explores the spacing of letters, the different methods of carving them and some...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Alan Holtham creates an elegant project that will make life easier for parents It is...
Issue 333 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from a Craftsman-style cherry table and a classic rocking chair to floating shelves, a period garden gate, and workshop mallets. Sharpen your skills with expert advice on saw sharpening and working with solid wood, discover outstanding student craftsmanship, and meet talented designer-makers from around the world. Plus, enjoy a special woodworking book giveaway in this inspiring issue.
Issue 215 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Green Men and carved penguins to personalised serving boards and intricate sculpted heads. Learn practical carving skills with Peter Benson, explore the work of acclaimed wildfowl artist Pat Godin, and discover the beauty of foliate carving. With exhibition highlights, community news, and a free woodworking book offer, it’s an inspiring issue for carvers of every level.
Issue 425 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from elegant lamps and sculptural boxes to miniature turnings and segmented vases. Discover advanced skills like buffalo horn inlay, explore the art of basket illusion turning, and gain insights into world-class woodturning demonstrations. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is a must-read 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