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James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Woodcarving is arguably the most artistic of the woodworking disciplines. Basic woodworking skills will be...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Woodcarving is arguably the most artistic of the woodworking disciplines. Basic woodworking skills will be...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
When embarking on a DIY project or even a professional job, selecting the right tool...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Graham Thompson attempts a royal portrait and suggests you try something similar It was going...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
Exploring the styles of ornament If there were some workshops producing high quality carving and...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Carolin Reichert describes the creative use of Valchromat in her bespoke music cabinet. I entered the...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Graham Thompson pays homage to those he admires by carving their faces People portrait in...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Cedric Boyns carves unusual jewellery display stands Following a trip to the Antarctic at the...
Some shelves need to be open, such as for books. But other items are safer...
Paolo Pozzi builds a rustic-style door for a gazebo Having recently built a wooden gazebo,...
Randall A Maxey shares his expert advice cor choosing and using honing guides Many beginners...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Mark Palma introduces you to the world of miniature woodturning Woodturning is wonderful hobby that...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Alan Holtham creates an elegant project that will make life easier for parents It is...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
Wayne Bennett makes an oak box to store watches and cufflinks I was commissioned to...
You can buy Wooden Jewellery Boxes for only £13.50/ $21.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £16.99 / $26.99 🇬🇧...
Anthony Bailey makes a sleek media centre This media unit is designed to be a...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture from Gifts to Me for only £13.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP...
Gary Marshall shows us how to make a traditional temporary woodsman’s working shelter – ‘a...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Accurately transferring the location of a hole from one workpiece to another can be a...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
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
