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When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
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...We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
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...Colin Sullivan looks at the power drillās manual predecessors The wheel brace or hand drill...
From tree to finished table – John Bullar describes the complete process of making an...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Hendrik Varju builds an oak urn with deep family meaning My father, also named Hendrik...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
Richard Findley uses the skills from the exercises in the previous issues to make two...
William Barsley talks about the progress of his final year and the transition from student...
Chris West looks at getting started with turning a mill, using a CrushGrind Shaft mechanism....
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Woodturning is alive and well. There is a fabulous selection of tools and equipment available...
Dave Bates reports on the Dalmann Tool Appeal At a time when charities are increasingly...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
We look at an 18th-century carving by Masanao of Kyoto This wooden netsuke of a...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Ray Winder discusses his miniature carvings and the Royal Society of Miniature Painters, Sculptors &...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
Michael Perkovich adds bold curves and subtle tapers to this elegant design This entry table...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldnāt have a...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls āthe biggest winsāā¦ If youāve been turning...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape ā an egg...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Anyone can drill a hole ā but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carvingā¦...
There isnāt much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they arenāt set...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studioās student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Rick Rich shares his āafter dinnerā turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storagerack...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
Iāve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god āThothā in spalted sycamore The...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Andy Coates looks at a commonly made object and deconstructs it to make something more...
Walter Hall Makes Two Boxes for Garden Birds The numbers of garden birds have declined...
Traditional seating in a simple, rustic style Making furniture doesnāt have to be difficult or...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
The author explores the spacing of letters, the different methods of carving them and some...
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 Westernās 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 Newtonās Cradles to magical toys and miniature furniture. Learn new techniques, follow Richard Findleyās apple-shaped box, and meet inspiring maker Mark Sutton. A varied and engaging issue for woodturners of all levels.
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 projectsāfrom folding stands and loveseats to carved spoons, knife racks, and pyrography artāplus 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 projectsāincluding a stool, table, bench, and two armchairsāwith 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 boxesāfrom small ring boxes to multi-drawer designsāusing 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 boardāperfect 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