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No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
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Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Stuart Thomas creates his interpretation of a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks A wonderful project...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Get ANY of these books for FREE! We are offering ALL our readers the opportunity...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
Anna Muzzolon combines traditional pyrography with colouring techniques to create a floral design In this...
Follow Steve Bisco’s advice to enrich your woodwork with gold leaf Carvers, furniture makers and...
Phil Edwards is the man behind Britain’s only commercial maker of traditional wooden planes –...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Richard Findley uses the skills from the exercises in the previous issues to make two...
Carolin Reichert describes the creative use of Valchromat in her bespoke music cabinet. I entered the...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
When embarking on a DIY project or even a professional job, selecting the right tool...
A brief history of gypsy wagon For hundreds of years, these amazing constructions have been...
Steve Bisco shows us how to make a trellis obelisk to create a focal point...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
Creating custom scales for the handle of a fixed-blade knife requires a little care and...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
Rick Rich makes wooden handles for two small turning tools Recently at my woodturning club,...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a historic woodcarving from the Viking Age. This project is...
Kevin Alviti builds a high-quality garden workstation from Scandinavian redwood Over the years I’ve built...
Andrew Potocnik creates a piece inspired by a Cornish ceramicist. I’ve had an idea sitting...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
Woodturner and fishing enthusiast Colwin Way shows how to turn fishing floats, lures and a...
Expert gilder Paul Wilson, the subject of our carving feature, shows you how to gild...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
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Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
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