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In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
We learn about the remarkable life and work of carver Ronald Ellis. Ronald Ellis’ journey...
In the latest in our tool collecting series, John Adamson looks at gimlets David Garrick,...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Janice Levi decorates Mark Palma’s platter with a Zentangle-inspired design When selecting pyrography as an...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Louise Biggs restores her client’s faith in her much-used family dining chairs. My client’s father...
Paolo Frattari combined two skill sets in one when he collaborated with fellow craftsman Dario...
Giacomo Malaspina makes a portable workbench that is ideal for working in small spaces While...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
We review a new woodworking book Routing Router trimmers are smaller, more manoeuvrable and cheaper...
From tree to finished table – John Bullar describes the complete process of making an...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Alexander Thomson investigates the life and work of this German sculptor Veit Stoss (born before...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
How many different jaws are there? There are many, but here we will look at the...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
Three brothers in the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia have teamed up to create a business...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Charles Mak walks you step-by-step through the making of a batch of sleek tongs I...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
Chris Grace makes an improvement to his banjo and tailstock. Have you ever suffered a...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
In an extract taken from The Complete Illustrated Guide to Joinery, Gary Rogowski looks at...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Lee Stoffer saddles up and rides his newest project, a shave horse. My first proper green...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Andrew Potocnik creates a piece inspired by a Cornish ceramicist. I’ve had an idea sitting...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
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
