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This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
Michael T Collins makes a useful pair of salad tongs Who doesn’t like a nice...
Mark Baker shows how to make a simple, decorative tealight holder Tealight holders may seem...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
Mark Baker shows how to make a simple, decorative tealight holder Tealight holders may seem...
Michael T Collins makes a useful pair of salad tongs Who doesn’t like a nice...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Zoë Gertner creates a slumbering pet carving A well-meaning gift was left on my doorstep...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I’ve been smitten by pen turning. Easily done, small size...
Although woodturning lathes vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, the basic requirements of the lathe dictate...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
Franciszek de Sage puts a William-and-Mary-style chest back on its feet This is a walnut...
The unique chair created by an automative design guru has been awarded a bespoke guild...
Andy Coates makes a table lamp from a reclaimed oak post. Every once in a...
Kim Gowney tells us about how his experimentation led to this beautiful bowl. Kim’s ‘Opal...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti introduces the craftsman, teacher and author known only as Barn the...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Graham Thompson attempts a royal portrait and suggests you try something similar It was going...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Continuing on from 10 Tips for Drilling Better Holes, Part One, Kurtz Hertzog shares his...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Colwin Way provides a plan to make a festive queen nutcracker, and gives a guide...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
Israel Martin makes a jewellery box using secret mitre dovetails and maple edge inlays When...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
Andy Coates creates a decorative bowl, which remains attached to its base. A while ago I...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
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 212 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert guidance, from Steve Bisco’s ancient-style bog oak figure to carvings of wildlife, masks, portraits, and tactile natural forms. Learn how to avoid common mistakes when carving faces, explore the history of netsuke, and discover the intricate work of Jonathan Bayes. With exhibition highlights and community news, it’s a rich 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 Newton’s Cradles to magical toys and miniature furniture. Learn new techniques, follow Richard Findley’s apple-shaped box, and meet inspiring maker Mark Sutton. A varied and engaging issue for woodturners of all levels.
Issue 99 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical know-how, from pantry door shelving and a solid workbench to scrollsawn candle holders, carved frames, and pyrographed bowls. Learn techniques for flooring, drilling jigs, grinding tools, and mortising, and find inspiration in Thomas Dambo’s giant recycled-wood troll sculptures. A varied and engaging issue 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