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Nic Westermann explores two fundamental cuts and the differences between them We have completed a...
Nic Westermann explores two fundamental cuts and the differences between them We have completed a...
Martin Harvey explains how he developed the key features of his crockery cabinet When I...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Robert Sorby is generously offering a bundle of tools from their new Robert Sorby Select...
Richard Findley looks at what is needed to turn for furniture I trained as a...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Martin Harvey explains how he developed the key features of his crockery cabinet When I...
Robert Sorby is generously offering a bundle of tools from their new Robert Sorby Select...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Caroline Pattenden hears how former accountant Iain Stirling made the leap from corporate to creative...
Chris Grace improves the effectiveness and ease of use of his extraction system. Having a...
Guest editor ZoëGertner is lured by the siren song into creating this deep-sea beauty I...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I’ve been smitten by pen turning. Easily done, small size...
Paolo Frattari combined two skill sets in one when he collaborated with fellow craftsman Dario...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
Abrasives need to work well to do their job, so we have some useful tips...
Michael Perkovich adds bold curves and subtle tapers to this elegant design This entry table...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Molly Winton explores embellishing a turned project with home-made brands using nichrome wire Designs can...
From plain shabby to ‘shabby chic’. I had the offer of some free-to-use pine tongue...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Matt Estlea completes the final joints on his practice frame I previously explained how to...
Geoffrey Laycock takes a look at impact risk It doesn’t matter whether you are working...
There is more than one way to carve a spoon, as Ben Law explains Materials...
Zoë Gertner gets her daily greens Among the entries in the Veg Growers’ Competition at...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Gerald is a well-established professional carver, who remains as devoted as ever to his craft....
Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
Peter Wood looks at using mortises to make chairs Making slab and stick seating, as...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
The author takes a look at holding work on the lathe securely. Holding work securely...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
Andy Coates looks at turning hollow forms with a modest shoulder In the first part...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Ramon Valdez builds a custom adjustable fence The router is undoubtedly one of the most...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Matt Estlea continues his practice frame series by cutting the lap joints In a previous...
Mark Baker explores creating that elusive perfect cut The perfect cut is something every turner...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Murray Taylor looks at the Ambrosia, Versal and Asian fonts, a method of carving handwriting...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Murray Taylor looks at the planning, layout and carving of these attractive items The thinking...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
Charles Mak shares a few ideas for preventing an angled jaw, which can cause your...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Kev Alviti takes inspiration for his latest project from the history of milling Bread is...
Plane maker Oliver Sparks explains how the use of soot helps to seat an iron...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Steve Bisco has been saving a special piece of mahogany for a project to do...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Tusked Ocean Wonder: Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a bull walrus. Carving a realistic...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
For her cycling-mad godparents’ anniversary, Louise Biggs decided only one type of decoration would be...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
From hand-cut grooves and stopped dados to decorative dovetail joints, Charles Mak covers the trusted techniques used to build this...
Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Kevin Alviti builds a high-quality garden workstation from Scandinavian redwood Over the years I’ve built...
A coffee table restoration project is a great way to enjoy the practical benefits of...
Grinding carbon steel gouges and blades can be tricky, so Chris Grace opts for a...
Guest editor Pat Carroll makes a three-sided bow This project was inspired by Australian woodturner...
You can buy Carved Lovespoons for only £13.50/ $23.99 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £16.99 / $29.99 🇬🇧 For...
The wheels definitely didn’t come off this project created by Michael Essam In an age...
Issue 334 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from elegant oak display boxes and splayed-leg tables to restored furniture and handcrafted scrub planes. Learn how to achieve precision with machine tools, explore the restoration of a classic Finn Juhl chair, and discover outstanding designs nominated for the Wood Awards. With talented maker profiles and book recommendations, it’s an inspiring read for furniture makers of all levels.
Issue 216 of Woodcarving is packed with festive inspiration and creative projects, from Peter Benson’s snowboarding Santa to Gothic tracery, decorative signs, and intricate restoration work. Learn how to carve figures in motion, explore the fascinating craftsmanship of Armenian woodcarver Georgy Metichian, and discover Nik Keevil’s unique wood art. With book recommendations and the latest carving community news, it’s an inspiring issue for carvers of all skill levels.
Issue 427 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from Richard Findley’s multi-axis twisted box to oval bowls, petal-rimmed designs, and practical workshop accessories. Discover clever methods for replicating balusters, explore creative box-making with Andrew Potocnik, and meet rising woodturning talent Tom Windross. With expert advice, fresh ideas, and the latest community news, it’s an engaging read for turners of all skill levels.
Issue 103 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with festive inspiration and creative projects, from carved turkeys and turned penguin decorations to handmade gifts including toy shops, sewing tidies, and pyrography clocks. Discover expert tips on rust prevention, fitting hinges, and traditional joinery, explore the restoration of a classic Mogens Koch chair, and meet inspiring makers Andrew Potocnik and Ben Willis. With Wood Awards highlights, book reviews, and a free book offer, it’s a must-read for woodworking enthusiasts of all levels.
Masterpiece Chairs presents an in-depth study of 18 iconic 20th-century chair designs, revealing the construction, materials, and design thinking behind some of the most important furniture pieces in modern design history. This unique book goes beyond aesthetics to explore what makes a chair truly exceptional: structure, engineering and craftsmanship. Each featured chair has been carefully disassembled and restored, offering a rare, close-up look at how these design classics are built and assembled. With over 1,000 step-by-step photographs, the book provides a detailed visual record of every stage of disassembly and reconstruction, making it an essential reference for designers, woodworkers and furniture enthusiasts.
Willow Weaving is a collection of 10 contemporary hand-woven projects, inspired by traditional woven baskets. Weaving willow to make baskets and containers is a historic art that has been passed down through generations, and in this book, Eddie Glew continues the tradition, introducing techniques he has learnt from experts in the field and perfected. The book starts with a brief history of basketmaking, before moving on to guide the practical details of willow growing and preparation, choosing the right tools for the workshop and a guide to the techniques needed to make the projects. The ten projects that form the main part of the book cover a wide variety of different makes, from a simple Catalan tray to a lavish picnic hamper. The book features full-colour photographs throughout every stage of each project, and clear, colour-coded diagrams.