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26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
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...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Stuart Thomas creates his interpretation of a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks A wonderful project...
Frederick Wilbur carves a traditional foliage design The ubiquitous acanthus motif has been stylised more...
In the latest in our tool collecting series, John Adamson looks at gimlets David Garrick,...
We are pleased to present the new Woodworkers Institute website, which is being launched alongside...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
We check out two new publications to add to your workshop library Forest Craft Handbook,...
From unpromising student to award-winning teacher, Jamie Ward ran the gamut of woodwork teaching before...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
Discover the products that bring function and creativity to your drawers For more than 70...
Why you need an axe block Carving spoons from green wood using hand tools is...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Richard Findley explores the causes of catches on endgrain work and how to avoid them...
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...Andy Coates looks at what is it, why is it important and how do we...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
Scott Horsburgh shares a technique for creating piston fit drawers. I have many woodworking heroes and...
In an abridged extract from All New Turning Projects, Richard Raffan makes these simple handled...
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
We decided to go looking for interesting and more obscure facts and useful working information...
Paul Purnell looks at selection, storage, seasoning and straightening. When making your own walking stick,...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Having cleaned up and checked the knives on our used DeWalt 735 planer, we put...
In part one of a new project, Colwin Way makes a spice rack. As I’ve...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Creating custom scales for the handle of a fixed-blade knife requires a little care and...
Charles Mak shares some of his beading techniques while adding an ornamental detail to his...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
Mark Dunning makes the ideal bench for his workshop with twin screw vices and multiple...
Mark Ivan Fortune guides us through the steps to create this unusual miniature decorative frame....
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Terry Nokes shows how to carve some fun-to-make bookends The wood selected for this tutorial...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesn’t have to be difficult or...
You can buy Whittling Wildlife for only £12/ $16 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.99 🇬🇧 For...
Steve Bisco makes a lime wood foliage carving in the style of Grinling Gibbons. Grinling...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Why you need an axe block Carving spoons from green wood using hand tools is...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Hendrik Varju uses traditional butcher’s block joinery to capture the beauty of beech end grain. I’ve been...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
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