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Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Taking inspiration from nature, Jack de Vos uses a variety of techniques to create this...
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Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Taking inspiration from nature, Jack de Vos uses a variety of techniques to create this...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
William Barsley talks about the progress of his final year and the transition from student...
Barry Robbins shares his passion for a tool that most of us take for granted...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Bern Chandley talks to F&C about his interpretation of a style that’s never been out...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Mark Beckett explains how woodturning helped bring him back from the brink of death Where...
Firstly, welcome to the new Woodworkers Institute! It is still the same great resource of...
John Hawkswell turns a beautiful spalted beech and yew box with a curved support arm...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
When you are demonstrating you need to show off your talents so David Barron’s toolbox...
Steve Bisco looks at the man and the book that transformed 18th-century cabinetmaking and carved...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Mark Palma looks at expanding the use of wax in woodturning. Wax has been used...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
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Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
This month, Kurt Hertzog talks about epoxy and the correct way to use it as...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Colin Sullivan digs deep into his collection for three tools to make furniture beads by...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
John Adamson traces the origins of a tool that’s found a use in every trade....
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
Most modern clocks use a battery-operated quartz movement. When the clock quits working and a...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
Philippa Lobb takes us through the manufacture of a bar stool that champions wood joints...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
Mark Baker reimagines a vase in the flowing style of Ancient Rome The shape of...
Cutting joints by hand challenges your skills. Charles Mak illustrates the technique of cutting a...
The author explores the spacing of letters, the different methods of carving them and some...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Andrew Potocnik reveals the negatives and positives of two processes of creating winged forms This...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
Dave Western researches the history of this traditional Welsh craft The lovespoon has become something...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
David Waite uses his new skills to make an Arts & Crafts-style cabinet. Having completed...
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