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No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
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Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Stuart Thomas creates his interpretation of a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks A wonderful project...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Get ANY of these books for FREE! We are offering ALL our readers the opportunity...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Gary Marshall shows us how to make a traditional temporary woodsman’s working shelter – ‘a...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Israel Martin Describes The Process Of Making A Small Cabinet Hand I love using quartersawn...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Wayne Bennett makes an oak box to store watches and cufflinks I was commissioned to...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
John Lloyd looks at a 15th-century technique that revolutionised furniture making. No, this has nothing...
Kevin Alviti unearths an archaeopteryx ‘Your boy likes dinosaurs, think you could carve a fossil?’...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
Chris Grace cuts to the chase with some safe and useful advice on using a...
Over the course of his career, Hampshire-based has moved from machine making to more of...
Israel Martin makes a small chest of drawers to store a pen collection At the...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves an unusual decorative oak coat hook The creative process of wood...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
Matt Estlea continues his practice frame series by cutting the lap joints In a previous...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Mark Baker shows how to make a simple, decorative tealight holder Tealight holders may seem...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
I am going to demonstrate the techniques necessary to carve the human ear. Ears are arguably...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
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Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Stuart King turns romantic as he gives you ideas for making a variety of bud...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Issue 332 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and practical expertise, from handcrafted chess sets and dovetailed trays to campaign furniture and workshop tools. Discover insights into Japanese saws, explore standout furniture showcased at the Smithsonian Craft Show, and meet talented designer-makers pushing the boundaries of the craft. A must-read for furniture makers seeking both inspiration and skill-building.
Issue 214 of Woodcarving is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from Cedric Boyns’ pierced bowl and bird sculpture to relief carvings, wildlife studies, and decorative panels. Learn to embrace new carving challenges with Peter Benson, discover Gary Field’s remarkable sculptures from reclaimed Australian timber, and enjoy book reviews, show reports, and a free woodworking book offer. A creative and rewarding issue for woodcarvers of every skill level.
Issue 424 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from textured square pots and elegant porringers to segmented collaborations and colour-shifting bowls. Learn more box-making skills with Richard Findley, discover creative texturing and tool-handle techniques, and meet acclaimed turner Guy du Toit. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is full of inspiration for turners of every skill level.
Issue 101 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with creative projects and practical inspiration, from garden benches and toy aeroplanes to carved mirrors, turned candle holders, and CNC-crafted bowls. Discover clever workshop tips, improve your carving skills, and explore innovative techniques combining pyrography and watercolour. Plus, meet inspiring makers and learn how woodworking is making a positive impact in communities. A rewarding read 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