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Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Scott Horsburgh shares a technique for creating piston fit drawers. I have many woodworking heroes and...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
A brief history of gypsy wagon For hundreds of years, these amazing constructions have been...
Derek Jones describes a few options for taking the hard work out of large scale...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
We are pleased to present the new Woodworkers Institute website, which is being launched alongside...
Louise Biggs shows us how she made a fancy fire surround when there is no...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
Louise Biggs continues her series by building a decorative and intricate bookcase Having completed the...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
From unpromising student to award-winning teacher, Jamie Ward ran the gamut of woodwork teaching before...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Guest editor Emiliano Achaval talks to woodturning video creator Mike Peace When I accepted this...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Such is the temptation of repeating tasks in woodworking, that I was encouraged by my...
In this step-by-step guide, Peter wood shows us how to construct an attractive and practical...
Discover the products that bring function and creativity to your drawers For more than 70...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
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...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Derek Jones shares a few tips to make sure your hinges are always sitting comfortably...
Having cleaned up and checked the knives on our used DeWalt 735 planer, we put...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
Neil Lawton creates an easy-to-make trug project, so there’s no excuse for vegetating… I’ve been...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Expert gilder Paul Wilson, the subject of our carving feature, shows you how to gild...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
You can buy Whittling Wildlife for only £12/ $16 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.99 🇬🇧 For...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
Michael T Collins makes an easily adjustable lectern. Dale Carnegie once said ‘there are always...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
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 422 of Woodturning is packed with inspiration and expert guidance, featuring Andrew Potocnik’s striking wall art and projects ranging from bolo ties and ebony boxes to a miniature Windsor chair and wing-handled bowl. Learn more about box lids, drill bit storage, and sharpening techniques, while discovering the work of Irish turner Richard West. Plus, enjoy exclusive woodworking book giveaways and the latest turning community updates.
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