The Woodworkers Institute
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We bring you the very best of woodworking!
“Make it with us”
Colin Sullivan looks at the power drill’s manual predecessors The wheel brace or hand drill...
Colin Sullivan looks at the power drill’s manual predecessors The wheel brace or hand drill...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Peter Benson looks at carving a humorous and quirky doorstop Two of the most irritating...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
In an extract from his book Green Wood Carving, Harald Lamon carves a wooden mug...
Sue Harker pens a piece describing how to turn a paper holder It is amazing...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
You can make Andy Standing’s handy storage project from just one plank of wood This...
Chris West looks at getting started with turning a mill, using a CrushGrind Shaft mechanism....
We have picked out some of the most common woods used in woodwork, including visual...
Alan Wasserman looks at using timber with small cracks and similar imperfections. I am constantly searching...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Firstly, we wish you all a very Merry Christmas, and we hope that Santa brings...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Arris: A arris is the term for a sharp edge on wood where two edges meet....
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Inspired by the world’s biggest bike race, Rick Uttley recreates a classic cycle in wood...
Many woodworkers cite a bandsaw as the first ‘proper’ machine purchase. What do you need...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
I hope you enjoyed the first part of our French inspired ‘leaning jar spice rack’. If...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
The author explores the spacing of letters, the different methods of carving them and some...
Dave Western carves his take on a multi-bowled spoon When I carve, some seriously wild...
Richard Findley looks at how to identify different shapes commonly found in turning. Today’s furniture...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Creating custom scales for the handle of a fixed-blade knife requires a little care and...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Neil Lawton creates an easy-to-make trug project, so there’s no excuse for vegetating… I’ve been...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Charles Mak shares some of his beading techniques while adding an ornamental detail to his...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
Steve Bisco carves and guilds a classical acanthus swirl in sapele mahogany The classical acanthus...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
Issue 330 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring craftsmanship, from a cherry chest of drawers and a Shaker-style wall shelf to a striking triangular display cabinet rich in symbolism. Discover clever workshop modifications, elegant designs made from offcuts, and expert restorations, plus features on London’s Fallen and Felled initiative and highlights from the Texas Furniture Show. An essential read for passionate furniture makers.
Issue 212 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Steve Bisco’s ancient-style bog oak figure to carvings of wildlife, masks, portraits, and tactile natural forms. Learn how to avoid common mistakes when carving faces, explore the history of netsuke, and discover the intricate work of Jonathan Bayes. With exhibition highlights and community news, it’s a rich and engaging issue for carvers of all levels.
Issue 419 of Woodturning is brimming with creativity, from Mark Palma’s red oak bowls to projects including spinning tops, burr bowls, iridescent vases, and a traditional Scottish quaich. Learn threading techniques for an acorn box, find inspiration in rescued timber transformations, and catch up on competition highlights and community news. A vibrant and varied issue for woodturners of every level.
Issue 99 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical know-how, from pantry door shelving and a solid workbench to scrollsawn candle holders, carved frames, and pyrographed bowls. Learn techniques for flooring, drilling jigs, grinding tools, and mortising, and find inspiration in Thomas Dambo’s giant recycled-wood troll sculptures. A varied and engaging issue 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
