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Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Dave Western carves his take on a multi-bowled spoon When I carve, some seriously wild...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
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...Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
There is more than one way to carve a spoon, as Ben Law explains Materials...
Lee Stoffer saddles up and rides his newest project, a shave horse. My first proper green...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Anthony Bailey explains the key features of Japanese pullsaws and demonstrates how to use them...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
In the first of two articles, Tatiana Baldina demonstrates how to lay out some basic...
Scott Horsburgh shares a technique for creating piston fit drawers. I have many woodworking heroes and...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
Isreal Martin describes making a special box from an old European walnut tree A few...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Mark Baker shows how to make a simple, decorative tealight holder Tealight holders may seem...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Andrew Potocnik explores turning a multi-part display vessel Goblets are a popular topic for turners...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
You don’t have to suffer from a bad back to realise that our handy kneeler...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
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 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 423 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from elegant long-neck vases and wave bowls to Viking games, flower goblets, and a handcrafted milking stool. Follow Richard Findley’s box-making series, discover the creative journey of turner Paul Hilton-Tapp, and enjoy expert advice from Kurt Hertzog. With woodworking book giveaways and community updates, it’s an engaging issue for turners of all skill levels.
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