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Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Mark Ivan Fortune carves a pierced rosewood picture frame in the Art Nouveau style This...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Dave Western learned some useful lessons when carving this seaweed Inspiration for woodcarvings can come...
Philip Greenwood looks at finding the centre of timber. People new to turning, and others...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
Winner will get a 3-Piece Combo Kit LXT worth over £500! Makita is generously offering...
Steve Bisco embraces the colourful heraldry of the Holy Roman Empire Heraldry in Britain and...
From unpromising student to award-winning teacher, Jamie Ward ran the gamut of woodwork teaching before...
Louise Biggs restores a Regency-era rosewood table. I have several clients who prefer antique furniture,...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Mark Palma compares and tests a variety of beading tools My skew and I have...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Kurt Hertzog answers readers’ questions I’ve been smitten by pen turning. Easily done, small size...
Duane Cartwright carves a fun, shelf-climbing mouse I have carved this fun little shelf-climbing/sitting mouse...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Richard Findley continues his skew chisel series by making a wooden mallet for use around...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Mark Palma looks at expanding the use of wax in woodturning. Wax has been used...
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...Mark Palma explores methods to deter bleed through Adding colour or a decorative element to...
Mark Palma describes the techniques for cleaning and repairing old tools. Let’s start with the...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
If you have ever dreamt of building your own boat from a kit, then take...
We review a new woodworking book Routing Router trimmers are smaller, more manoeuvrable and cheaper...
Paul Purnell makes coasters using pen blanks. Large end-grain projects are reasonably straightforward if you...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Duane Cartwright carves a hare in relief Intro The moon-gazing hare I have carved here...
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...Colwin Way makes three fun projects, accompanied by his son. For most of us woodturning...
Walter Hall shares some ideas for festive decorations Making your own Christmas tree decorations can...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Woodworking chisels are essential tools for shaping, carving, and cutting wood. They come in various...
We previously looked at the basics of a bandsaw in part 1. Perhaps the machine...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
Kurt Hertzog explains how to choose and use PPE. In virtually every column, after the...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
If you need to make joints or trim components to fit or chop away defective...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
James Duxbury has a gripping idea for easy component sanding. The sanding of small wooden...
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...
With more than 100,000 species of woods in the world, most turners shouldn’t have a...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Zoe Gertner carves from a log a large snail for a garden ornament. What can...
David Barron makes good use of a chestnut board with this small project I don’t usually...
Duane Cartwright carves a mythical oak leaf dragon. The leaf dragon is a mythical creature which...
A beginner’s guide to knife-carving a fish, by Terry Nokes. For this project I chose...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
By Carol and Homer Bishop These ornaments sparkle like diamonds when you light up your...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
You can buy Routing for only £20/ $28 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £25 / $35 🇬🇧...
Although I have called this a book stand, it could be multifunctional. It could be...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Sue Harker shows you how to turn an earring and ring stand pedestal bowl I...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Peter Benson carves a large sea bird on the wing The wandering albatross and other...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Alan Holtham creates an elegant project that will make life easier for parents It is...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
The author gives you a brief history of letter carving and describes the tools and...
Issue 331 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert craftsmanship, from a Craftsman-style highboy dresser and live-edge cabinet to a rotating display cabinet and sofa table with a foldable game board. Discover traditional techniques like butterfly keys, explore innovative joinery, and meet outstanding makers and award-winning designs. A rich and rewarding read for furniture makers at every level.
Issue 213 of Woodcarving is packed with creativity and inspiration, featuring Dave Western’s decorative bowl and traditional Welsh lovespoon alongside projects from beach scenes and optical illusions to birds, brushes, and sculpted portraits. Learn how to capture character in portrait carving, gain insights from experienced tutors, and discover fresh artistic perspectives from makers like Lara Reisigl Domeneghetti. A vibrant and engaging issue for carvers of all levels.
Issue 422 of Woodturning is packed with inspiration and expert guidance, featuring Andrew Potocnik’s striking wall art and projects ranging from bolo ties and ebony boxes to a miniature Windsor chair and wing-handled bowl. Learn more about box lids, drill bit storage, and sharpening techniques, while discovering the work of Irish turner Richard West. Plus, enjoy exclusive woodworking book giveaways and the latest turning community updates.
Celebrate the milestone 100th issue of Woodworking Crafts with exclusive giveaways from Makita and BeaverCraft Tools, free woodworking books, and a special look back at memorable covers from the past 100 issues. Packed with inspiring projects—from folding stands and loveseats to carved spoons, knife racks, and pyrography art—plus expert techniques on veneer repair, sharpening, moulding planes, and bandsaw troubleshooting, this landmark edition is a must-read for every woodworking enthusiast.
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