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When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
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...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Anne Briggs Bohnett meets the man who helped kick-start the hand tool revival Few people...
Guest editor Pat Carroll introduces artist Elizabeth Weber and her beautiful work American woodturner Elizabeth...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
We visit one of the world’s leading art and design museums. One of London’s best-known...
Colwin Way takes the mechanism made by Richard Findley and adds his woodturner automaton I...
From tree to finished table – John Bullar describes the complete process of making an...
Dave Western shows the techniques required to create a double-ended spoon. A couple of years ago...
In the previous article we looked at how to fix a bowl to a lathe...
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Rita Duxbury turns a natural-edge lighthouse ornament The fascination with lighthouses throughout the world is...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Alan Wasserman looks at using imperfect wood, starting with the implications and things to consider...
Giacomo Malaspina makes a portable workbench that is ideal for working in small spaces While...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
The unique chair created by an automative design guru has been awarded a bespoke guild...
Vintage furniture is increasingly popular but often has surface-level damage. Amber Bailey explains how to...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words that...
Vic Tesolin takes you through the building of a tool box design that is millennia...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
Bridle joints are common in frame construction because of their strength. The wide mortise and...
Ramon Valdez upgrades his belt sander to tackle concave curves with ease and precision. Sanding...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Have you ever stood in a room and considered how many joints you are surrounded...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
We show you how to do it right! Marking out components for cutting and shaping...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
In the previous article, we took a detailed look at the various hollowing rigs available,...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
This article is an extract from Chip Carving You can buy Chip Carving from Gifts to...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
In an abridged extract taken from Turned Toys, the author turned a toy for a...
There is a yew (Taxus baccata) tree growing in the churchyard at Fortingall in Perthshire...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Ian Woodford takes on his woodturning club’s challenge and creates something with a hole in...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
Michael T Collins shows you how to make a simple Shaker bench, with a different...
In an extract from Woodturning: A Craftsman’s Guide, Mark Baker makes an elegant candlestick Candlestick...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
Andy Coates transforms a purely decorative object into a functional box The esteemed Editor of...
Colwin Way creates a beautifully-designed rice bowl with the added features of a lid to...
Sue Harker pens a piece describing how to turn a paper holder It is amazing...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Peter Benson looks at choosing a subject for carving. Try something original One of the...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
Guest editor Pat Carroll makes a three-sided bow This project was inspired by Australian woodturner...
Oh crumbs! The Editor nearly ‘did his crust’ when we told him to ‘use his...
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
