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We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
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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Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Zoë Gertner shows how to create a relief-carved owl Some years ago I was given,...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
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Anthony Bailey explains the key features of Japanese pullsaws and demonstrates how to use them...
Furniture maker Dorian Bracht tell us about his love of joints and his new book...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Carolin Reichert describes the creative use of Valchromat in her bespoke music cabinet. I entered the...
Andrew Thomas explores making a stylised reef-dwelling fish. During my teenage years, I spent most...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Derek Jones meets Jim Broughton from Alexander George Antiques to see how the Golden Age...
You can buy The Art of Chairmaking for only £20/ $28 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £25 / $35...
Dr Helen Wilson imagines a conversation with carver Violet Pinwill (1874-1957) to guest editor John...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
Israel Martin makes a small chest of drawers to store a pen collection At the...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
Welcome to the Woodworkers Institute Newsletter! Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting...
Hone your marking and measuring skills with Ian Parker’s box project. There can be no better...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
We visit one of the world’s leading art and design museums. One of London’s best-known...
Vic Tesolin explains how a few extra steps will guarantee centuries of strength In medieval...
Peter Benson looks at selecting the perfect carving knife. The most common questions I am asked...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Andrew Potocnik makes a decorative box out of pallet wood. So often one encounters timber...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
Ramon Valdez has a solution for making quick, accurate veneers I love my bandsaws: I...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
In the first of a two-part article, Colwin Way looks at supporting and giving lift...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Yannick Chastang investigates 18th-century finishing techniques. Introduction The following two-part series examines the details of...
Louise Biggs shows us you can have your cake and eat it too. This cake...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A. Maxey...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at the myths and misunderstandings affecting the safety and health of woodturners...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Vic Tesolin makes a simple bench with rock-solid joinery that won’t cause you to lose...
Mark Dunning describes building his Corona Cabinet After years working as a landscaper, tree surgeon...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel in the strapwork style of the Jacobethan era Wooden...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Andrew Potocnik explores turning a multi-part display vessel Goblets are a popular topic for turners...
Janice Levi enjoys turning wearable art, so here she turns an artistic and functional piece....
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
Paul Purnell makes a lyre-shaped thumstick. Following on from last month’s article on joining a...
Have you ever looked at a sketch or painting of an animal and marvelled at...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Andy Coates makes a table lamp from a reclaimed oak post. Every once in a...
You can buy Whittling Wildlife for only £12/ $16 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.99 🇬🇧 For...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
Theo Cook shares one of the Robinson House Studio’s student projects. (First published in 2017)...
Andrew Thomas shows how to carve your own wonderful, decorative seashore shell. Ever since I...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
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