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26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Stuart Thomas creates his interpretation of a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks A wonderful project...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
26-31 October 2026 at London Design & Engineering UTC We’re giving away 10 marketplace tickets...
Stuart Thomas creates his interpretation of a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks A wonderful project...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a wall cabinet with two side drawers using...
In the 1970s, I attended what was then called a building school, and learned all...
Colwin Way takes the mechanism made by Richard Findley and adds his woodturner automaton I...
Dave Western carves an Art Deco style hinged spoon Although the wonderfully colourful and ornately...
Colwin Way Turns a Traditional Chair from Ash As a professional woodturner, I find chair...
Paul Purnell gets crafty with his latest walking stick project Tools Materials Fox head plan...
Wood, a material from trees, grown by the energy of the sun, is the beginning...
Johan Roudy shows how to create a small, detailed relief carving in boxwood. This 70mm...
The author takes flight with a red grouse in lime The red grouse (Lagopus lagopus)...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Philip Greenwood looks at methods of re-chucking. In this part we look at a few...
By Doug Stow. Published by Taunton Press Available for purchase at giftstome.com Box-making expert Doug...
Colwin Way turns a simple, but beautiful condiment set. This project is going to be...
Chris Grace improves the effectiveness and ease of use of his extraction system. Having a...
Dennis Zongker explains how to carve decorative scrolls on table legs Carving scrolls into furniture...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Guest editor Andy Coates interviews artistic woodturner Tic Challis Tic Challis is an artist and...
A revolutionary advancement The Gothic style started around 1150 in France with the cathedral of...
Israel Martin Describes The Process Of Making A Small Cabinet Hand I love using quartersawn...
Nic Westermann explores the issue of green wood shrinkage The main rule I have as...
Kevin Ley makes a Morris-style rocking chair. This chair was to be part of a...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
After much debate on the Woodworkers Institute forum, we put these two old rivals head-to-headin...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Deciding which joint to use in cabinet and box construction relies on a number of different...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
How often do you wish there was a better way to do something? We show...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Nancy Hiller shows how to recreate two of Davies’ decorative effects When John Ruskin enumerated...
David Springett shares his workshop know-how to help your turning 1. Foam chuck This is...
Nic Westermann looks at the methods available to sharpen these tools effectively I should start...
Woodworking is enjoyable, but it also comes with risks. It’s essential to guard your eyes,...
In Segmented Turning: How to do it. Part 1, we were introduced to segmented turning,...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Having turned a vase with a natural edge in the previous article, I am now...
Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Let’s face it, these are a fact of life; it doesn’t always go well. Still...
Jan Lennon deconstructs the creation of the curved and angled legs on her Meala table...
Richard Findley explores a traditional technique When the Editor suggested I should take a look...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
In this article we will be looking at the polissoir. These were commonly used tools...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
Charles Mak covers the basics of the router plane, also nostalgically referred to as a...
Alan Wasserman on working with less-than-perfect timber, using faults to your advantage It can be...
Michael T Collins makes a beautiful rustic-looking coffee table. I have long been a proponent of...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
KEVIN LEY CREATES A STRIKING CHEST FROM WALNUT AND CEDAR OF LEBANON Unique timbers and...
Making a small box is a good exercise for any woodworker. You get to choose...
David Barron uses two simple jigs to put a whole new slant on your dovetailing....
Over the years my off-the-shelf bench gradually had more and more bits screwed and bolted...
John A. Nelson uses an easy trick to create a perfect ‘paint’ design every time...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
Why you need an axe block Carving spoons from green wood using hand tools is...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
Mike Darlow turns a chess set based on a trumpet-shape design. The set shown above...
Mark Gough carves an Egyptian style relief of the god ‘Thoth’ in spalted sycamore The...
Andrew Potocnik explores turning a multi-part display vessel Goblets are a popular topic for turners...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel in the strapwork style of the Jacobethan era Wooden...
Pat Carroll shows how to make one of his distinctive signature pieces Brick or stone...
Zoe Gertner shows how to carve a colony of these birds in relief Every so...
Expert gilder Paul Wilson, the subject of our carving feature, shows you how to gild...
Kevin Alviti is inspired by a day trip to Warwick Castle to carve a medieval-style...
Using a pattern is the best way to create identical parts. In this video, Randy...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Colwin Way provides a plan to make a festive queen nutcracker, and gives a guide...
Andrea Zanini turns an ancient Italian pasta stamp. Italy and food are two words 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 424 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from textured square pots and elegant porringers to segmented collaborations and colour-shifting bowls. Learn more box-making skills with Richard Findley, discover creative texturing and tool-handle techniques, and meet acclaimed turner Guy du Toit. With woodworking book giveaways and the latest community news, this issue is full of inspiration for turners of every skill level.
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