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Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Mike Wood gets to grips with this magnificent bird As its name suggests, the black...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Janice Levi decorates Mark Palma’s platter with a Zentangle-inspired design When selecting pyrography as an...
In part one of a two-part series, guest editor Nic Westermann covers the basics of...
You can learn a range of skills and enjoy the great outdoors at this week-long...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
Different countries use different measuring systems and typically the USA uses the standard/English/Imperial system and...
The author shows how to carve this striking member of the thrush family. The fieldfare...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Sometimes it’s good to take it back to basics. As with many interests, there are...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
Dan Cherry explains how to get started collecting wooden and ivory rules. Warning: this article...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Cedric Boyns uses his scrollsaw to carve out an intricate box This project was inspired...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Dennis Zongker talks you through the steps for bending wood for curved furniture Furniture makers have...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
Kurt Hertzog provides his top tips on using your lathe to make jewellery. Most woodturners...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
Mike Wood gets to grips with this magnificent bird As its name suggests, the black...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Make a quick and useful key rack, perfect for a gift! Sometimes you just want...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
The author makes a kitless Ebonite rollerball pen The kitless fountain pen I made in...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This one’s a real favourite of woodturners and...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Steve Bisco shows us how to make a trellis obelisk to create a focal point...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
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