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We bring you the very best of woodworking!
“Make it with us”
There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
There are times when you can get in a bit of a spin trying to...
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Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Matt Estlea identifies a few ground rules to ensure your layout lines are ones you...
Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
Browse our collection available online and treat yourself! Browse our collection available online and treat...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
Hand planes are essential tools for woodworking, designed to shape, smooth, and flatten wood surfaces....
Ever peered into the miniature world of a dollhouse and pondered how on earth anyone...
Kurt Hertzog gives his best advice on drilling better holes. As woodturners we are often...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Zoë Gertner shows how to have some fun by carving a delightful trio of hens...
Inspired by a Korean TV drama, Mitch Peacock builds a hanging birdhouse for his garden...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Kurt Hertzog talks about the skew chisel. Of the many tools in a woodturner’s kit,...
Lucy Turner has carved a furniture-shaped niche for herself by adorning pieces with marquetry made...
Chris Grace makes some replica Tudor trenchers for a community museum. A history society that runs...
You don’t have to suffer from a bad back to realise that our handy kneeler...
Andy Coates looks at a commonly made object and deconstructs it to make something more...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
Rob Porcaro shares some handy tips for tuning your jointer. Jointer parallelism After writing blog...
Dave Western shows how to create some wintery Celtic decorations. With wood bins bursting with all...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Chris Prior clarifies the mysteries of taxonomy and sheds some light on why we use...
Peter Benson begins his series by telling us the processes, start to finish, in carving…...
Peter Benson carves a stylised Christmas Angel Every Christmas tree should, traditionally, have an angel....
We visit one of the world’s leading art and design museums. One of London’s best-known...
As we transition from winter to spring, it seems only appropriate to move the workshop...
We explain the importance of jigs for routing. Routers only work safely and accurately because...
We show details of the essential housing jig that you will need in your collection....
The notion of saving and reusing things goes back to the dawn of time. But...
Dovetails. A byword for carpentry perfection. Mastering them has long been considered a rite of...
When winter is over it is the time to look at the state of all...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
In this two-part series, experienced turner Richard Findley looks into the techniques of turning bowls...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Andrew Thomas looks at using wood finishes Wood finishing is an important and extremely enjoyable...
Richard Findley takes a look at the best way to part off your spindle work...
Philip Greenwood talks about how to sand work to a fine finish. For such a...
I have been aware of the use of pewter in turning for a number of...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
Peter Clothier introduces the humble gouge and how best to use one. For the beginner...
Jason Townsend looks at knife skills in the context of working in-the-round. Knife carving is...
Frustrated with the lack of inexpensive options, yet with a pressing need to have a...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
The author looks at the core tools used in woodturning. There are many turning tools...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Having you recently got into woodcarving, or are considering doing so? Read on to learn...
Kurt Hertzog puts a gloss on things Finishing is an incredibly open-ended topic so even...
Jim Hooker raises the issue of identifying wood species by common and Latin names The...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
Michael T Collins looks at making a steam bending box Several years ago a friend...
The final in our series on making a custom knife handle, Randy Maxey shows an...
I never realised that stands for jigsaw puzzles were a thing until I was asked...
Israel Martin describes the process of making a side cabinet with drawers using hands tools...
Peter Benson investigates sources of inspiration There is a common belief that there are only...
Tatiana Baldina explains how carving simple practice boards can take your skills to a higher...
Sue Harker shows how to make a create a textured bowl using a long-neck grinder,...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Louise Biggs fixes and restores a wall clock case. I was originally called in to assess...
Paul Purnell carves this distinctive river bird in a moment of stillness to create a...
You can buy Whittling Wildlife for only £12/ $16 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.99 🇬🇧 For...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
From the height of art deco sophistication and through the mixed up seventies a nicely...
Oliver Waters and Jim Cooper share a few techniques for establishing reliable layout lines for...
Fred and Julie Byrne bring some festive cheer with this puzzle that doublesas a Christmas...
Peter Benson looks at choosing a subject for carving. Try something original One of the...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
With more than a nod towards mid-century modern style, Charles Mak finds a simple way...
The author shows how to carve this beautiful bird of prey. The bearded vulture (Gypaetus...
David Barron does battle with a 2.4m long slab of oak to create a bench...
From hand-cut grooves and stopped dados to decorative dovetail joints, Charles Mak covers the trusted techniques used to build this...
ANDRES CARBONELL BUILDS A HARD-WEARING OUTDOOR TABLE After moving from Argentina to the US, I...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
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.
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