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...We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Click here or on the events image below for more details
...Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Have you now stood in your kitchen an considered how many joints you are surrounded...
ZoĆ« Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growersā Competition at...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Lee Stoffer weaves the seat for his stool. To ensure the seat weave was of...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Derek Jones makes a birdhouse for the garden. The design This little bird box is...
Andy Coates looks at what is it, why is it important and how do we...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
Terry Nokes carves a baby rabbit This rabbit project was inspired by Easter, has minimal...
Mike Stafford turns a bowl that is neither round nor square A lot of us...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
Chris Prior clarifies the mysteries of taxonomy and sheds some light on why we use...
What is a shooting board? If not already familiar with the term, you have probably...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
Robert Paul Gurney explains how to use ordinary tools to get extraordinarily accurate layouts. The...
Richard Findley continues his skew chisel series by making a wooden mallet for use around...
Guest editor Les Symonds takes on an unusual heritage project One of the many advantages...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls āthe biggest winsāā¦ If youāve been turning...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As weāve...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carvingā¦...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ābitingā the wood?...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
There isnāt much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they arenāt set...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harkerās metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Andrew Potocnik creates a piece inspired by a Cornish ceramicist. Iāve had an idea sitting...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As Iāve...
Woodturner and fishing enthusiast Colwin Way shows how to turn fishing floats, lures and a...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carrollās lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Steve Bisco carves and guilds a classical acanthus swirl in sapele mahogany The classical acanthus...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
Colwin Way provides a plan to make a festive queen nutcracker, and gives a guide...
Having cleaned up and checked the knives on our used DeWalt 735 planer, we put...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOUāLL...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
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 Westernās 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 421 of Woodturning is packed with creativity and expert advice, with Mike Stafford sharing tips to avoid dye disasters and projects ranging from floating-lid boxes and Newtonās Cradles to magical toys and miniature furniture. Learn new techniques, follow Richard Findleyās apple-shaped box, and meet inspiring maker Mark Sutton. A varied and engaging issue for woodturners of all 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 projectsāfrom folding stands and loveseats to carved spoons, knife racks, and pyrography artāplus 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 projectsāincluding a stool, table, bench, and two armchairsāwith 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 boxesāfrom small ring boxes to multi-drawer designsāusing 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 boardāperfect 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