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Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Wayne Bennett makes an oak box to store watches and cufflinks I was commissioned to...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
Scott Horsburgh shares a technique for creating piston fit drawers. I have many woodworking heroes and...
Israel Martin Describes The Process Of Making A Small Cabinet Hand I love using quartersawn...
Robert Paul Gurney explains how to use ordinary tools to get extraordinarily accurate layouts. The...
In an abridged extract from All New Turning Projects, Richard Raffan makes these simple handled...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
Michael T Collins makes a useful pair of salad tongs Who doesn’t like a nice...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
If you have ever dreamt of building your own boat from a kit, then take...
In this article, experienced woodworker Peter Wood takes us through this step-by-step guide on how...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Anthony Bailey explains the key features of Japanese pullsaws and demonstrates how to use them...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Andy Coates makes a table lamp from a reclaimed oak post. Every once in a...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Colwin Way continues his turnings with a set of table skittles. This project sprang to...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Michael T Collins talks us through making this spacious corner cabinet. Things you will need...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
Louise Briggs archly describes how she made a oak screen for a very particular client....
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Terry Nokes carves a baby rabbit This rabbit project was inspired by Easter, has minimal...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Issue 331 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert craftsmanship, from a Craftsman-style highboy dresser and live-edge cabinet to a rotating display cabinet and sofa table with a foldable game board. Discover traditional techniques like butterfly keys, explore innovative joinery, and meet outstanding makers and award-winning designs. A rich and rewarding read for furniture makers at every level.
Issue 213 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Dave Western’s decorative bowl and traditional Welsh lovespoon alongside projects from beach scenes and optical illusions to birds, brushes, and sculpted portraits. Learn how to capture character in portrait carving, gain insights from experienced tutors, and discover fresh artistic perspectives from makers like Lara Reisigl Domeneghetti. A vibrant and engaging issue for carvers of all levels.
Issue 422 of Woodturning is packed with inspiration and expert guidance, featuring Andrew Potocnik’s striking wall art and projects ranging from bolo ties and ebony boxes to a miniature Windsor chair and wing-handled bowl. Learn more about box lids, drill bit storage, and sharpening techniques, while discovering the work of Irish turner Richard West. Plus, enjoy exclusive woodworking book giveaways and the latest turning community updates.
Celebrate the milestone 100th issue of Woodworking Crafts with exclusive giveaways from Makita and BeaverCraft Tools, free woodworking books, and a special look back at memorable covers from the past 100 issues. Packed with inspiring projects—from folding stands and loveseats to carved spoons, knife racks, and pyrography art—plus expert techniques on veneer repair, sharpening, moulding planes, and bandsaw troubleshooting, this landmark edition is a must-read for every woodworking enthusiast.
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