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Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Guest editor Andy Coates interviews artistic woodturner Tic Challis Tic Challis is an artist and...
Walter Hall describes how he brought an old ‘egg-beater’ hand drill back to working condition...
Jim Broughton explains why there’s no real alternative to using traditional techniques when it comes...
Michael T Collins brings us a design of chair with an intriguing past. In photographs I...
Looking for a fun woodcarving project for the weekend? Johan Roudy carves a ready-to-leap mouse...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Derek Jones uncovers some of the basics of router joinery For several years, I shared...
Showcasing over 50 traditional and contemporary techniques, this book provides a visually rich and technically...
Vintage furniture is increasingly popular but often has surface-level damage. Amber Bailey explains how to...
More than just a ‘how-to’ book, the author’s passion for wood carving as a sustainable...
Kevin Alviti builds a high-quality garden workstation from Scandinavian redwood Over the years I’ve built...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
You can buy Wooden Jewellery Boxes for only £13.50/ $21.50 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £16.99 / $26.99 🇬🇧...
When Martin Gallen offered a lift to a traditional Irish music tutor, it opened up...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at essential topics, myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of...
Dave Western researches the history of this traditional Welsh craft The lovespoon has become something...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
This new series was inspired by an article published last year in Woodturning by my...
Mark Beckett explains how woodturning helped bring him back from the brink of death Where...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Mark Palma brings a modern approach to traditional rustic furniture The five-board bench has existed...
Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Israel Martin makes a small chest of drawers to store a pen collection At the...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Charles Mak built this saw vice for his panel saws and shows you how he...
Paul Purnell makes good use of leftover gun stock by carving this handy letter opener...
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
To properly seal a bag of crisps, biscuits, coffee and the like, to keep it...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
I hope you enjoyed the first part of our French inspired ‘leaning jar spice rack’. If...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Issue 329 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from secret mitre dovetail boxes and oak side tables to restored tea caddies and handmade lamps. Learn traditional joints like draw-bored mortise and tenon and the nejiri arigata puzzle joint, and explore award-winning designs from the Wood Awards and Bespoke Guild Mark. With maker profiles and exhibition highlights, it’s a must-read for furniture enthusiasts.
Issue 211 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Kev Alviti’s decorative axe cover and a wide range of projects—from campfires and unicorns to stylised owls and a dual-faced portrait. Learn how to create depth in relief carving, explore pyro-inspired techniques, and meet carvers like Ceini Spiller, who turned a heartfelt gift into a thriving business. A rich and engaging read for carvers of all levels.
Issue 418 of Woodturning is packed with creative projects and thoughtful insights, from Richard Findley’s thread chasing tutorial to turned cedar bowls, natural-edge goblets, and playful penguin skittles. Explore unique ideas like turning inside books and archery mops, plus techniques for pepper mills and decorative boxes. With competition highlights from Wizardry in Wood and reflections on the future of turning, it’s a rich and engaging read for turners of all levels.
Issue 98 of Woodworking Crafts is full of practical projects and creative inspiration, from carved book stands and Valentine’s lovespoons to router jigs and wooden fruit. Learn techniques including pyrography, composition ornament making, and Domino Joiner tricks, plus get expert advice on planer-thicknessers and turning tool adapters. With profiles of inspiring makers and Wood Award winners, it’s a rich and rewarding read for every woodworker.
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
