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If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayersā¦...
Terry Nokes carves a baby rabbit This rabbit project was inspired by Easter, has minimal...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
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...Terry Nokes carves a baby rabbit This rabbit project was inspired by Easter, has minimal...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayersā¦...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Colwin Way makes another dining table piece. This oneās a real favourite of woodturners and...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
The author opens up the world of freeform chip carving, introducing a new tool and...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Mark Beckett explains how woodturning helped bring him back from the brink of death Where...
Frederick Wilbur carves a traditional foliage design The ubiquitous acanthus motif has been stylised more...
Dave Western researches the history of this traditional Welsh craft The lovespoon has become something...
Designer-maker Brendan Devitt-Spooner has a love of home-grown timber, as expressed in this beautiful waney...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
Chris Grace builds a screen and blind to protect his tools from shavings and dust....
We meet Victoria Walpole, a Northumberland- based marquetry artist Victoria Walpole has had a varied...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Although the art of chequering has been around for many hundreds of years, it was first seen...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool thatās found a use in every trade....
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Arris: A arris is the term for a sharp edge on wood where two edges meet....
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Woodworking, an age-old craft, offers a unique blend of mental and physical benefits that make...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
If youāve ever had a wobble when youāre routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool thatās found a use in every trade....
In the first article of this two-part series, I showed you how to take a...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect āpaintā design every time...
Mark Ivan Fortune takes you through the steps to carve this beautiful decoration. All things...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
After a visit to Colombia to visit her family, a friend brought back a wooden...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Andrew Thomas shows how to carve your own wonderful, decorative seashore shell. Ever since I...
Andy Coates looks at a commonly made object and deconstructs it to make something more...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
If you need to reach up higher, make this handy hop-up! The fixing method for...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Steve Bisco makes a lime wood foliage carving in the style of Grinling Gibbons. Grinling...
Dave Western researches the history of this traditional Welsh craft The lovespoon has become something...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsmanās Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
With the aid of a few machines, Anne Briggs Bohnett and Steve Dando solve a...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
Peter Wood archly weaves his willowy way through another satisfying technique. In this article I...
Jim Bennett follows traditional shaker design principles to make a special desk for a poet...
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