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Dave Western hops into action with this frog face For many years I have been...
Dave Western hops into action with this frog face For many years I have been...
Derek Jones assesses the risks Based on information collected by the HSE in relation to...
Michael T Collins shows how to make one of the oldest woodworking joints that cabinetmakers...
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...Andrea Zanini turns a typical Italian goblet, known as a grolla. What is a grolla?...
Michael T Collins shows how to make one of the oldest woodworking joints that cabinetmakers...
Derek Jones assesses the risks Based on information collected by the HSE in relation to...
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...Andy Coates creates a decorative bowl, which remains attached to its base. A while ago I...
When embarking on a DIY project or even a professional job, selecting the right tool...
A collector’s guide to the Stanley Yankee pump action screwdriver It may seem odd to...
Louise Biggs repairs a broken handle This repair to a finger-pull handle of a Chinese...
John Swinkels and Bernie Leadbeatter make wooden train whistles on a lathe. Bernie brought some...
Chris West looks at getting started with turning a mill, using a CrushGrind Shaft mechanism....
Dennis Zongker talks you through the steps for bending wood for curved furniture Furniture makers have...
In woodworking, quality screwdrivers are crucial for driving screws cleanly, securely, and precisely without damaging...
Richard Findley continues his skew chisel series by making a wooden mallet for use around...
Each week we bring you a round-up of interesting and entertaining woodworking content from the...
Colin Sullivan looks at making rope. Both Chatham and Portsmouth dockyards have massive purpose built...
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Liam Thomas uses the Festool Domino to seamlessly reduce the height of a rare mid-century...
We look at a tree that is more universally useful than any other tree on...
Dan Schwank demonstrates his method for producing batches of accurate winding sticks One of the...
Mark Gough makes a carver’s vice that will be excellent in any workshop A good vice...
Chris Grace builds a screen and blind to protect his tools from shavings and dust....
Kev Alviti builds a new bin to help turn garden waste into useful compost I...
Les Symonds makes his interpretation of a drinks canteen, or trails flask As a young...
Thomas Eddolls Makes A Family Dining Table In Solid Oak I received an enquiry from...
Gary Ramsden recycles the wood from an old chest of drawers to make a brand...
Peter Wood archly weaves his willowy way through another satisfying technique. In this article I...
Derek Jones put a combination of old and new tools to the test to create...
This nest of tables was made some years ago to complement a client’s existing furniture....
Richard Findley looks at common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge...
Never heard of the ‘Gottshall Block Test’? It is an exercise for beginning woodworkers included...
Edward Wild shares his technique for creating deceptively simple but perfectly stunning sunburst panels from...
As a woodturner, we are often in pursuit of swift gratification. We like to create...
Louise Biggs gives a much-loved early Georgian oak table some vital restoration This oak table...
Matt Estlea continues his practice frame series by cutting the lap joints In a previous...
Peter Benson suggests ways of dodging unpredictable problems in your work. No matter how careful...
Even in the modern world – with every conceivable tool with a plug on it,...
James Bowyer unlocks the methods behind the stack laminated, coopered and shaped backrest on the...
Derek Jones demonstrates a few techniques for adding a period-style gallery to your worktops Gallery...
Dave Western explores carving commemorative spoons When I first began carving lovespoons professionally, among...
After a weekend forging adzes, Nic Westermann sharpens a Crown Gooseneck scraper I have just...
Here are some tasty jointer tricks to get your teeth into… Biscuit jointing is so...
Peter Wood guides us through the techniques for Windsor chairs, paying special attention to getting...
Kurt Hertzog has some tips for success with shellac and lacquer For the woodturner seeking...
Nic Westermann shares his simple two-point approach to sharpening curved spoon blades and scorps. In...
Peter Benson shares some invaluable carving advice These tips are what, in my opinion, are...
We always need to hold things together – but should it be screws or nails?...
Could your workshop use a bit of a tidy up? Well, the Editor talks us...
John Bullar takes a look at traditional joinery for rustic woodworking Green wood joinery, including...
A decent quality tablesaw is incredibly useful. Just being able to do accurate rip cuts...
Over the years turners usually gather a host of tips and tricks for the ’shop....
Kurt Hertzog talks us through what he calls ‘the biggest wins’… If you’ve been turning...
Using a biscuit jointer in static mode has many advantages Biscuit jointing has to be...
Colwin Way makes an out of this world moonlight bowl. So we are in the...
In an extract from his new book Whittling Walking Sticks, Peter Benson carves a topper...
Given their natural affinity, it somehow feels appropriate to carve an owl from wood. With...
In my experience, there is no better finish for small to medium sized turned objects...
Colin Burlton carves a spring favourite This project is intended to be a snapshot in...
Cedric Boyns carves a stylised raven spirit from the Russian Far East Things you will...
Amber Bailey is definitely ‘a lady of letters’ as she proves with this gripping little...
Steve Bisco carves an oak panel with authentic Viking decoration When I take a walk...
Michael T Collins makes and elegant cherrywood box, fitted with plenty of drawers and compartments...
Steve Bisco turns and carves a Classical vase of fruit and flowers Vases and baskets...
Charles Mak shows step-by-step how to make to a sculpture that will impress all your...
Key considerations and making a modified basic mallet with Andy Coates. Bench mallets are a...
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You can buy Pen Turning for only £12.00/ $15.96 (+P&P)! Usual RRP £14.99 / $19.95 🇬🇧 For...
Dave Western carves an Art Deco style hinged spoon Although the wonderfully colourful and ornately...
How do we duplicate the bevels on the original knife handle so they are identical...
Steve Bisco delves into the dark art of fuming oak There is something about the...
Derek Jones investigates the origins of this quintessentially English vernacular style of table In this...
Steve Bisco carves a pierced panel in the popular style Art Nouveau – literally ‘new...
A continuing series looking at trees, timber and their uses. This time we look at...
Cedric Boyns whittles a magnificent bird in courting pose I have had an interest in...
Peter Wood archly weaves his willowy way through another satisfying technique. In this article I...
Colwin Way shows how to turn a selection of bowls, bases and columns that can...
Dave Western creates from scrapwood a killer whale that is based heavily on a dramatic form...
Issue 334 of Furniture & Cabinetmaking is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from elegant oak display boxes and splayed-leg tables to restored furniture and handcrafted scrub planes. Learn how to achieve precision with machine tools, explore the restoration of a classic Finn Juhl chair, and discover outstanding designs nominated for the Wood Awards. With talented maker profiles and book recommendations, it’s an inspiring read for furniture makers of all levels.
Issue 216 of Woodcarving is packed with festive inspiration and creative projects, from Peter Benson’s snowboarding Santa to Gothic tracery, decorative signs, and intricate restoration work. Learn how to carve figures in motion, explore the fascinating craftsmanship of Armenian woodcarver Georgy Metichian, and discover Nik Keevil’s unique wood art. With book recommendations and the latest carving community news, it’s an inspiring issue for carvers of all skill levels.
Issue 427 of Woodturning is packed with inspiring projects and expert techniques, from Richard Findley’s multi-axis twisted box to oval bowls, petal-rimmed designs, and practical workshop accessories. Discover clever methods for replicating balusters, explore creative box-making with Andrew Potocnik, and meet rising woodturning talent Tom Windross. With expert advice, fresh ideas, and the latest community news, it’s an engaging read for turners of all skill levels.
Issue 103 of Woodworking Crafts is packed with festive inspiration and creative projects, from carved turkeys and turned penguin decorations to handmade gifts including toy shops, sewing tidies, and pyrography clocks. Discover expert tips on rust prevention, fitting hinges, and traditional joinery, explore the restoration of a classic Mogens Koch chair, and meet inspiring makers Andrew Potocnik and Ben Willis. With Wood Awards highlights, book reviews, and a free book offer, it’s a must-read for woodworking enthusiasts of all levels.
Masterpiece Chairs presents an in-depth study of 18 iconic 20th-century chair designs, revealing the construction, materials, and design thinking behind some of the most important furniture pieces in modern design history. This unique book goes beyond aesthetics to explore what makes a chair truly exceptional: structure, engineering and craftsmanship. Each featured chair has been carefully disassembled and restored, offering a rare, close-up look at how these design classics are built and assembled. With over 1,000 step-by-step photographs, the book provides a detailed visual record of every stage of disassembly and reconstruction, making it an essential reference for designers, woodworkers and furniture enthusiasts.
Willow Weaving is a collection of 10 contemporary hand-woven projects, inspired by traditional woven baskets. Weaving willow to make baskets and containers is a historic art that has been passed down through generations, and in this book, Eddie Glew continues the tradition, introducing techniques he has learnt from experts in the field and perfected. The book starts with a brief history of basketmaking, before moving on to guide the practical details of willow growing and preparation, choosing the right tools for the workshop and a guide to the techniques needed to make the projects. The ten projects that form the main part of the book cover a wide variety of different makes, from a simple Catalan tray to a lavish picnic hamper. The book features full-colour photographs throughout every stage of each project, and clear, colour-coded diagrams.