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Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
Amber Bailey reflects on the benefits of adding decorative metalwork to wood. Natural glue for...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
There is confusion around the world over what a tortoise is. In the UK, we...
Wood, a material from trees, grown by the energy of the sun, is the beginning...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
Expert gilder Paul Wilson, the subject of our carving feature, shows you how to gild...
Carolin Reichert describes the creative use of Valchromat in her bespoke music cabinet. I entered the...
When Martin Gallen offered a lift to a traditional Irish music tutor, it opened up...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
Graham Thompson pays homage to those he admires by carving their faces People portrait in...
In the woodworking shop, taking the time to make a pattern to create identical parts...
Graham Thompson attempts a royal portrait and suggests you try something similar It was going...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
Minis, a speciality of maker Molly Goodfellow Winton, was inspired by ancient, and prehistoric art...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
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...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Hendrik Varju uses traditional butcher’s block joinery to capture the beauty of beech end grain. I’ve been...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
In the woodworking shop, taking the time to make a pattern to create identical parts...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
Dennis Zongker explains how to carve decorative scrolls on table legs Carving scrolls into furniture...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
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 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 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