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Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
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Colwin Way shows how to turn a selection of bowls, bases and columns that can...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
Get ANY of these books for FREE! We are offering ALL our readers the opportunity...
What is a shooting board? If not already familiar with the term, you have probably...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
Richard Findley uses the skills from the exercises in the previous issues to make two...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Anthony Bailey fixes the water damage to this wooden draining board This ash draining board...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
A revolutionary advancement The Gothic style started around 1150 in France with the cathedral of...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
Ray Winder discusses his miniature carvings and the Royal Society of Miniature Painters, Sculptors &...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Don’t do a ‘bodged’ chair repair – Ian Whittington shows you the correct way. Chairs...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Graham Thompson attempts a royal portrait and suggests you try something similar It was going...
Graham Thompson pays homage to those he admires by carving their faces People portrait in...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Bob Chapman experiments with turning pencils to make various forms Making objects from glued-together pencils...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
Derek Jones looks at the origins of Arts & Crafts to build a tool box...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Andrea Zanini brings order out of chaos with a useful storage cabinet for all your...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
In an extract from his book Green Wood Carving, Harald Lamon carves a wooden mug...
Hendrik Varju combines simple robust joinery and a few minimalist details to complete the work on...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
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