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Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
Mark Palma introduces you to the world of miniature woodturning Woodturning is wonderful hobby that...
Sue Harker pens a piece describing how to turn a paper holder It is amazing...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Taking a look at a clear-sighted charity that cares for the environment I wrote a...
Murray Taylor looks at the Ambrosia, Versal and Asian fonts, a method of carving handwriting...
Guest editor Mark Palma restores a CBN wheel which has seen better days CBN wheels...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Mark Ivan Fortune takes you through the steps to carve this beautiful decoration. All things...
Kevin Ley takes the time to construct a longcase clock in zebrano and oak Some...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
Israel Martin makes a jewellery box using secret mitre dovetails and maple edge inlays When...
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Richard Findley explores common catches, why they happen and how to avoid them Catches are...
Phil Edwards is the man behind Britain’s only commercial maker of traditional wooden planes –...
Pete Moncrieff-Jury considers the progression of turning over the last 34 years The 400th edition...
In the latest in our tool collecting series, John Adamson looks at gimlets David Garrick,...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
Hendrik Varju uses traditional butcher’s block joinery to capture the beauty of beech end grain. I’ve been...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Stuart King turns romantic as he gives you ideas for making a variety of bud...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Issue 332 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical expertise, from handcrafted chess sets and dovetailed trays to campaign furniture and workshop tools. Discover insights into Japanese saws, explore standout furniture showcased at the Smithsonian Craft Show, and meet talented designer-makers pushing the boundaries of the craft. A must-read for furniture makers seeking both inspiration and skill-building.
Issue 214 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from Cedric Boyns’ pierced bowl and bird sculpture to relief carvings, wildlife studies, and decorative panels. Learn to embrace new carving challenges with Peter Benson, discover Gary Field’s remarkable sculptures from reclaimed Australian timber, and enjoy book reviews, show reports, and a free woodworking book offer. A creative and rewarding issue for woodcarvers of every skill level.
Issue 424 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from textured square pots and elegant porringers to segmented collaborations and colour-shifting bowls. Learn more box-making skills with Richard Findley, discover creative texturing and tool-handle techniques, and meet acclaimed turner Guy du Toit. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is full of inspiration 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