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Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
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...
Mark Baker turns a natural edge vase At some time or other every turner wants...
Ramon Valdez’s auxiliary router fence comes with accuracy, safety and extraction built in There is...
Geoffrey Laycock looks at some of the issues turners face when working with wood Woodturners...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
This small, low-angle block plane from Veritas is the answer to a trim carpenter’s prayers…...
Nic Westermann gets to grips with an edge-damaged tool This month, in the absence of...
Tatiana Baldina explains how carving simple practice boards can take your skills to a higher...
Brian Kawal introduces a decorative technique that can really make your work standout At its...
Steve Bisco carves a Norman Romanesque corbel with an 11th-century figure When William the Conqueror,...
A circular saw is a power tool used for cutting a variety of materials, including...
Ever peered into the miniature world of a dollhouse and pondered how on earth anyone...
Randall A Maxey shares his expert advice cor choosing and using honing guides Many beginners...
Whether you have loose drawers or none fitted at all, here is some useful advice...
What is a shooting board? If not already familiar with the term, you have probably...
Howard Butler uses hand cut dovetails for a traditional joint with contemporary appeal My inspiration...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
For those of you familiar with turning, you will likely be aware of its addictive...
Planning a woodworking project involves several key steps to ensure that the final product meets...
There isn’t much point in using machines to produce accurate results if they aren’t set...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a historic woodcarving from the Viking Age. This project is...
Oz Hassan builds a multifunctional piece of furniture At the end of a tough day,...
Guest editor Kevin Alviti shows how to adorn furniture with hand-carved decorations Carving strapwork is...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Anne Briggs Bohnett emphasises the importance of using truly square stock and offers a few...
Randy Maxey shows all about combination planes and the differences between old ones and new...
A brief history of gypsy wagon For hundreds of years, these amazing constructions have been...
Richard Findley continues his skew chisel series by making a wooden mallet for use around...
Amber Bailey likes to make sure her veneers are in a respectable condition. As anyone...
Richard Findley looks at the difficulties surrounding faceplate work. So, what is faceplate work? Essentially...
Recently I have become less dependent on making measurements and marking cut lines on boards....
Over the years, I have used or developed many tricks or shortcuts on my shop...
It’s amazing what you can achieve with a lathe. Intricate dishes for jewellery, to ornate...
If you’ve ever had a wobble when you’re routing, the editor knows exactly why! One...
Ramon Valdez has a solution for clamping longer boards With the ever-growing popularity of the...
Amber Bailey offers a multi-layered approach to the restoration of a 19th-century lacquered panel. Several years ago,...
What is a travisher? In this article, I’m going to show you how to make...
Josh Brower uses the shou sugi ban wood burning technique to make the two tablets...
Gary Marshall looks at small scale willow growing Have you got a soggy bottom (of...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
You may look at this article and think ‘Oh no, another article on sanding!’, or...
Anyone can drill a hole – but there are right ways and wrong ways to...
Andy Coates says it is time to bring the versatile scraper back in from the...
Ramon Valdez makes a handy jig for shaping curved crest rails I recently created templates,...
Are you struggling to plane a straight edge? Is your wood plane ‘biting’ the wood?...
Richard Findley tackles natural edge work. What is natural edge work? Natural edge work, sometimes...
One of the skills that has rather got lost is planing accurately by hand, we...
Philip Greenwood looks at the pros and cons of different ways to form a spigot. Cutting...
If having a little bit of knowledge is a dangerous thing, could knowing too much be...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Philip Cooke demonstrates the use of a hand-drawn rod and hand tool skills to create...
What to do about router cutter burns Burning tends to happen more on end grain...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
Kevin Alviti makes a simple storage box with carved detail Being organised in the workshop...
Amber Bailey goes more or less round in circles to produce a simple fun jigsaw. Rather than...
The author provides a guide for carving a trio of Wilson’s birds of paradise. Wilson’s...
James Duxbury turns a kit for making paper planting pots In addition to woodturning my...
Michael T Collins brings us a design of chair with an intriguing past. In photographs I...
The Peacock bedroom will be much tidier now that Mitch has made a pair of...
Ian Woodford shares some ideas for designing and making a nutcracker. Since the early days,...
Steve Bisco carves a jewellery dish in the Arts & Crafts style The craftsmen and...
Mitch Peacock recreates a set prop from Akira Kurosawa’s film Sanjuro Do you ever hit...
David Ritchie shows how to create a nest of segmented bowls – but without segments...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Charles Mak hand cut the wedged variant of a classic joint to build a pair...
Alan Holtham builds a sturdy and spacious hen house The idea of keeping a few...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
From the depths of France, Wilf Milton shows us his solution to chill winds coming...
I often joke that I run on oats. All through the cold months of winter,...
Richard Findley shares a simple technique for turning a perfect sphere. Turned wooden spheres hold...
Steve Bisco is inspired by a medieval dragon in Christchurch Priory. Christchurch Priory in Dorset,...
Zoë Gertner nestles into a project that will put a feather in your carving cap...
Johan Roudy shows two different ways to carve a Louis XVI Rosette. To illustrate Louis...
Fatigued by metal clamps? Derek Jones builds a set of wooden sash clamps and puts...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
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