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Kevin Alviti builds a high-quality garden workstation from Scandinavian redwood Over the years I’ve built...
Kevin Alviti builds a high-quality garden workstation from Scandinavian redwood Over the years I’ve built...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
When building a woodworking toolkit, there are several essential power tools that make the process...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
The unique chair created by an automative design guru has been awarded a bespoke guild...
Timber isn’t a dead material, even though it is cut from a felled tree, because...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Molly Winton continues her exploration of how to make your mark on turned work The...
Rich Rick shows how to make a four-legged stool on a mini-lathe Mini and midi-lathes...
You can make Andy Standing’s handy storage project from just one plank of wood This...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Arris: A arris is the term for a sharp edge on wood where two edges meet....
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
The author explains how to shape, detail and colour a familiar garden bird The wood...
Duane Cartwright explains how to carve these festive cards, which make great handmade gifts As...
From unpromising student to award-winning teacher, Jamie Ward ran the gamut of woodwork teaching before...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
There is confusion around the world over what a tortoise is. In the UK, we...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Philip Greenwood looks at methods of re-chucking. In this part we look at a few...
Paul Purnell makes good use of leftover gun stock by carving this handy letter opener...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
Kurt Hertzog looks at using various types of shell in his turned work. As we’ve...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Andy Coates take a look at turning hollow forms, the simplest shape – an egg...
We wax lyrical about the sticky subject of keeping your tools shiny and running smoothly....
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Small can sometimes be very practical. Although an adage often reserved for hand tools, some...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Giacomo Malaspina goes back to basics with some old-fashioned carpentry techniques This article could start...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
Molly Winton provides some useful information to consider when burning and branding woodturned projects. This...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Don Nalezyty explores the various spoon designs and the relationship between handle and bowl The...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
In this two-part series, expert turner Kurt Hertzog shows you how to turn a segmented...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
There are many ways to create hollow woodturnings, ranging from the very traditional gouges to...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
Laurent Peacock outlines the techniques used in the joinery of his Sika console table. When...
Michael T Collins makes a useful pair of salad tongs Who doesn’t like a nice...
You can buy Simple Japanese Furniture by Group Monomo from Gifts to Me Visit giftstome.co.uk In...
Peter Benson looks at choosing a subject for carving. Try something original One of the...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Sculptor and woodworker Ross Pollard makes an Arts & Crafts-style fumed oak picture frame Arts...
If you want to make this dragon as a woodcarving, it works well in oak...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Andrew Potocnik lets nature take the lead with this project For so many of us,...
We used to regularly get hedgehogs in our garden, but sadly in recent years I...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
Anne Briggs Bohnett constructs a dovetailed writing desk with room for a few of life’s...
Alan Holtham creates an elegant project that will make life easier for parents It is...
Elizabeth Weber carves and paints flowers on Pat Carroll’s lidded vessel Pat was gracious enough...
Richard Findley takes a look at involuted turning for the first time. Involuted turning, or...
Rick Rich shares his ‘after dinner’ turning project to make a garden dibber. I know some pretty serious...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Mike Wood shows how to create one of the most exquisitely coloured birds around There...
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