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Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Mike Wood gets to grips with this magnificent bird As its name suggests, the black...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
We give you the plane facts about machining timber flat and square, safely Planer/thicknessers, surface...
Mike Wood gets to grips with this magnificent bird As its name suggests, the black...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Robinson House Studio’s Theo Cook demonstrates how you can bring a little ray of sunshine...
Vintage furniture is increasingly popular but often has surface-level damage. Amber Bailey explains how to...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
A brief history of gypsy wagon For hundreds of years, these amazing constructions have been...
Graham Thompson explores the use of acrylic paints in woodcarving ‘Sacrilege! Why?’ I’m all for...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Andrew Thomas demonstrates how to carve a shallow maple leaf dish. This project is aimed...
Nic Westermann makes a Welsh take on a spoon knife I grew up in Surrey...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
Murray Taylor looks at some different ways of carving letters and introduces a new font...
Giacomo Malaspina makes a portable workbench that is ideal for working in small spaces While...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Chris Grace builds a screen and blind to protect his tools from shavings and dust....
Geoffrey Laycock visits renowned gunmakers Holland & Holland of London, and discovers a world not...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
A revolutionary advancement The Gothic style started around 1150 in France with the cathedral of...
Richard Findley turns his first hollow form. You would think that, at some point, I...
In this except from Wood Joints By Machine & By Hand, expert woodworker Randall A....
Mark Gough carves this unusual statue The statues of Easter Island, or Moai, have fascinated...
Woodcarving reader, TimMcGinn shares his experiences and inspirations My introduction to woodcarving was an exhibition...
Anthony Bailey puts his router to good use with this design for an unusual storage...
Chris Grace cuts to the chase with some safe and useful advice on using a...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
This month, Matt Long shows you the cuts you need to make when creating a...
Murray Taylor gives you a brief history of the origins of the Celtic alphabet; plus...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
The author doesn’t get his fingers burnt with his latest router jointing jig Finger joints...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Peter Benson looks at keeping tools sharp for carving figures. For this article on queries...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
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Ramon Valdez makes some custom holding accessories for his new sliding tablesaw When I finally...
Israel Martin makes a jewellery box using secret mitre dovetails and maple edge inlays When...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
Michael T Collins makes a Shaker candle stand What you will need Tools Wood For...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Jason Townsend shows us the meaning of KISS (Keep It Simple Stupid) – with his...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
In his book 30-minute Woodturning, Mark Baker tackles this challenging project Goblets are fun things...
An ‘open and shut’ installation job that definitely needed closure. The space in question was...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
If you want good strong joints the traditional mortise and tenon is the way to...
Alan Holtham makes a wooden toy that generations of children can enjoy This wooden bike...
Jason Townsend talks us through making a useful sanding bow. Sanding is a job that...
Peter Wood uses cleft timber to create a stylised rustic gate For this article I’ve...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Andy Coates creates a decorative bowl, which remains attached to its base. A while ago I...
Leaves and woodturning combine to create Sue Harker’s metal leaf platter. You can open up...
In the woodworking shop, taking the time to make a pattern to create identical parts...
Guest editor Pat Carroll makes a three-sided bow This project was inspired by Australian woodturner...
I’ve looked at a couple of variations of the Moxon vice in the last couple...
Dave Western explores carving a stylised Celtic crow Although I am a massive fan of...
Make a quick and useful key rack, perfect for a gift! Sometimes you just want...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
Anthony Bailey tries his hand at making a traditional board game Solitaire is just that...
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