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Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
Zoë Gertner shows how to create a relief-carved owl Some years ago I was given,...
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Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Zoë Gertner shows how to create a relief-carved owl Some years ago I was given,...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Alan Holtham builds a folding bench for a part-time carver. The brief for this project...
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...Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
Lee Stoffer weaves the seat for his stool. To ensure the seat weave was of...
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
Vintage furniture is increasingly popular but often has surface-level damage. Amber Bailey explains how to...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
A simple shooting board is an accessory for a hand plane used for squaring the...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Fred & Julie Byrne use their scrollsaw to make a useful but attractive item for...
Dave Western carves his take on a multi-bowled spoon When I carve, some seriously wild...
Louise Briggs archly describes how she made a oak screen for a very particular client....
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
We look at some of the best lots from a Bonhams auction of Asian art...
Kevin Alviti builds a high-quality garden workstation from Scandinavian redwood Over the years I’ve built...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
In the latest in our tool collecting series, John Adamson looks at gimlets David Garrick,...
Gary Marshall takes a look at the lime tree, whose history lies back in ancient...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Rob Porcaro shares his shop-proven techniques for producing accurate joint surfaces and aligning them for...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
Faceplates still have a place in every wood turner’s workshop. I remember this was once...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Ger Vervoort makes a unique implement completely out of wood without the need to buy...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
The author takes you from sharpening your knives to making your first triangular chip cut....
Andy Coates makes a table lamp from a reclaimed oak post. Every once in a...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
Peter Benson looks at choosing a subject for carving. Try something original One of the...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Pat Carroll uses a classic design feature that looks great and also disguises the join...
Charles Mak shares some of his beading techniques while adding an ornamental detail to his...
Emiliano Achaval collaborates with Troy Grimwood to make a beautiful drinking vessel For this months’...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
From hand-cut grooves and stopped dados to decorative dovetail joints, Charles Mak covers the trusted techniques used to build this...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
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 423 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and practical techniques, from elegant long-neck vases and wave bowls to Viking games, flower goblets, and a handcrafted milking stool. Follow Richard Findley’s box-making series, discover the creative journey of turner Paul Hilton-Tapp, and enjoy expert advice from Kurt Hertzog. With woodworking book giveaways and community updates, it’s an engaging issue for turners of all skill levels.
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