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Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
February 20th to 22nd, 2026, Lakeland FL – Florida’s largest woodturning event
...Barry Robbins shares his passion for a tool that most of us take for granted...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Barry Robbins shares his passion for a tool that most of us take for granted...
February 20th to 22nd, 2026, Lakeland FL – Florida’s largest woodturning event
...When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Kevin Alviti makes a wand appear out of a plank of sycamore I have to...
Colwin Way provides a plan to make a festive queen nutcracker, and gives a guide...
The famous dovetail is well used for its sharp finish and practical strength, making it...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
In an extract taken from The Complete Illustrated Guide to Joinery, Gary Rogowski looks at...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
Guest editor Pat Carroll makes a three-sided bow This project was inspired by Australian woodturner...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
Philip Greenwood looks at methods of re-chucking. In this part we look at a few...
Colwin Way makes the kit for this traditional summer game Before we start looking at...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
In this extract from Pocket Hole Joinery, Mark Edmundson makes a blanket bench with a...
Mark Beckett explains how woodturning helped bring him back from the brink of death Where...
Derek Jones takes F&C to the sales for a quick lesson in dating A sale...
Mark Palma turns a piece to accentuate its natural beauty I am always troubled when...
Some shelves need to be open, such as for books. But other items are safer...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
One sign of professional work on a project is the precision of the fastening, whether...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
What have you been turning? Please email your images to WTEditorial@thegmcgroup.com Wedding goblet My granddaughter,...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun cherry greenman The greenman as a carving subject is more...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
No guillotine? No problem. Ramon Valdez uses a dedicated crosscut jig to trim square edges...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
We turn to those routing difficulties that keep coming around again and again. We turn to...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
Alan Holtham creates an elegant project that will make life easier for parents It is...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Charles Mak built this saw vice for his panel saws and shows you how he...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Israel Martin makes a small chest of drawers to store a pen collection At the...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Before laying out joinery and assembling a project, it’s important to ensure the ends and...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
ANTHONY BAILEY AND MICHAEL HUNTLEY JOIN FORCES TO DESIGN AND BUILD THE ONLY WORKBENCH YOU’LL...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
Mark Ivan Fortune takes you through the steps to carve this beautiful decoration. All things...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a shallow maple leaf dish. This project is aimed...
Issue 329 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from secret mitre dovetail boxes and oak side tables to restored tea caddies and handmade lamps. Learn traditional joints like draw-bored mortise and tenon and the nejiri arigata puzzle joint, and explore award-winning designs from the Wood Awards and Bespoke Guild Mark. With maker profiles and exhibition highlights, it’s a must-read for furniture enthusiasts.
Issue 211 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Kev Alviti’s decorative axe cover and a wide range of projects—from campfires and unicorns to stylised owls and a dual-faced portrait. Learn how to create depth in relief carving, explore pyro-inspired techniques, and meet carvers like Ceini Spiller, who turned a heartfelt gift into a thriving business. A rich and engaging read for carvers of all levels.
Issue 418 of Woodturning is packed with creative projects and thoughtful insights, from Richard Findley’s thread chasing tutorial to turned cedar bowls, natural-edge goblets, and playful penguin skittles. Explore unique ideas like turning inside books and archery mops, plus techniques for pepper mills and decorative boxes. With competition highlights from Wizardry in Wood and reflections on the future of turning, it’s a rich and engaging read for turners of all levels.
Issue 98 of Woodworking Crafts is full of practical projects and creative inspiration, from carved book stands and Valentine’s lovespoons to router jigs and wooden fruit. Learn techniques including pyrography, composition ornament making, and Domino Joiner tricks, plus get expert advice on planer-thicknessers and turning tool adapters. With profiles of inspiring makers and Wood Award winners, it’s a rich and rewarding read for every woodworker.
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
