Believe it or not, our December issue is here! Featuring a good helping of festive projects and themed articles, now’s the time to get creative in the workshop and ensure you have some fun along the way. Our cover star this month is 'Caroline' the Collinson rocking horse. Join Shaun Newman as he gives this family favourite a new lease of life before handing over the reins to his young grandson.

PROJECTS & TURNING

• LATHE-TURNED INSTRUMENTS: Andrew Hall shares his take on a traditional cajón as well as the novel ‘Bowlbro’ design, based on a Dobro guitar
• POP-POP STEAM BOAT: Peter Dunsmore takes a tried and tested design and modifies it to make use of scrap timber and a few basic materials
• ROCKING HORSE RENOVATION: Shaun Newman rescues ‘Caroline – an old Collinson rocking horse  from the basement and gives her a new lease of life.
AND MUCH MORE!

TECHNICAL

• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop ploughs further on into the Ss, culminating in a monologue on shakes
• THIN END OF THE WEDGE: Andy Standing looks at the twin wedged mortise & tenon – a very secure version of an old favourite

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Searching for a practical wooden box, Robin Gates is spoilt for choice by the December 1944 issue of The Woodworker
• NORMAN MACKAY IN PROFILE: Combining his love of music and furniture making, Norman Mackay creates truly bespoke pieces that hit all the right notes
AND MUCH MORE!

ON TEST
• RYOBI R18MMS ONE+ MULTI MATERIAL SAW
• QUANGSHENG LUBAN NO.101 BLOCK PLANE
• JOURNEYMAN HANDCRAFTS TOOL ROLL & NAREX MARKING KNIFE
• WIXEY WL133 PILLAR DRILL LASER

WIN!
Ideal for bench top use, the Clarke CTS16 250mm (230V) table saw from Machine Mart is perfect for a variety of cuts in both hard- and softwoods. There’s two up for grabs, so see inside the issue for further details.

We hope you enjoy the December 2021 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale!

As the end of 2021 approaches, our November issue is sure to be a memorable one thanks to its varied selection of woodworking and woodturning projects, technical articles, features and tests on a host of new products. Focusing on the Chippendale School's 2021 Graduate Showcase, join us as we celebrate a plethora of new furniture making talent. Enjoy!

We’ve teamed up with Wood Workers Workshop to give five lucky readers the chance to win two workshop sets from AUKTools. Each set includes a set of eight contour sanding grips plus a router bit foam tray. See inside the issue for details on how to enter – good luck!

As well as all this, you can also expect to find your usual favourite pages, including news, welcome, marketplace, next month, letters and readers’ tips, plus much more.

Our October issue is here and it's just what you need to get in the mood for some autumn woodworking. From a fantastic feature on the finest bespoke hand saws, to projects including a Cheval mirror, children's playhouse and a lovely turned box, you're sure to find something that not only whets your appetite, but also inspires you to learn and grow in your hobby. Enjoy!

Whether you choose to make projects, learn from technical articles, be inspired by features, or perhaps all three, the most important thing is to ensure you’re having fun with your woodworking journey. Our September issue is packed full of fantastic content, so don’t delay in finding out what’s inside

PROJECTS & TURNING
• VIENNA WALL CLOCK – PART 2: Peter Skilton makes the backboard, under bracket, pediment, front and octagonal panels, before finishing and putting it all together
• MISSION COAT RACK: Phil Davy shows you how to make a neat little coat rack in the Mission style – one which is well known for its understated elegance and straight lines
• CHESS SET & BOARD: Not only easy to play with, when not in use Terry Diss‘ modern chess set also makes a great centrepiece when displayed on a table or sideboard

TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop watches his Ps and Qs before trickling into the Rs for a bit of a rabbet
• CHOOSING WOOD FOR FURNITURE MAKING: John Bullar discusses the subject of selecting appropriate timber for your furniture making projects

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Turning to The Woodworker of August 1960, Robin Gates celebrates the revival of the chair bodger’s ancient craft
• TOM GALT IN PROFILE: Also this month's cover star, furniture maker and designer Tom Galt’s passion for creating sleek, handcrafted pieces is strongly evident, as Martin Pim-Keirle discovers

ON TEST
• IVAC 230V SWITCH BOX & FILL LEVEL METER: These two handy workshop accessories from Toolovation allow you to take control of dust in your workshop
• HENRY TAYLOR BEVEL EDE CHISELS: Available from Classic Hand Tools, you’d be hard pressed to find a decent set of chisels that keep such a sharp edge at this price elsewhere

We hope you enjoy the September 2021 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/2La5rwZ"

From a carving masterclass with wood artist Mark Doolittle to an exclusive feature on a true one-of-a-kind hand saw from Skelton Saws, our August issue presents a challenging, inspirational & approachable woodworking mix – enjoy!

PROJECTS & TURNING
• VIENNA WALL CLOCK – PART 1: In this complex two-parter, Peter Skilton opts for octagons rather than squares as he embarks on this impressive build  
• MY FIRST STOOL: Candidly sharing mistakes he made along the way, Geoff Ryan’s elm stool is not only functional, but more importantly, comfortable 
TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop focuses on plywood but also spends time in the countryside where pleaching and pollarding are rife
• MITRE JOINTS: Regarded as one of the most troublesome joints, Andy Standing shows how to get your mitres just right, every time
FEATURES
• MARK DOOLITTLE IN PROFILE: Mark Doolittle’s pieces serve to express the dynamic form of growth and symmetry encountered in cells and tissues, as well as in whole organisms throughout the natural world
• REBUILDING NOTRE-DAME CATHEDRAL: After the devastating 2019 fire, which set the iconic Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral ablaze, restorations for the city’s landmark carry on in earnest, as Paul Greer documents 
ON TEST
• Triton TCMS254 1,800W sliding compound mitre saw: If you’re looking for a double bevel, sliding mitre saw with generous capacities, this new offering from Triton won’t disappoint
• ARCHIVE: Festool HK 55 EQ-Plus saw with FSK 420 rail: Solid, comfortable and with a low centre of gravity, this saw from Festool is a pleasure to use

We hope you enjoy the August 2021 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/2La5rwZ

Despite a slow start to summer, our July issue aims to bring some sunshine to your woodworking life with a fantastic range of projects, features, technical articles and tool tests. So, dust off your workbench, open the doors to your workshop and join us as we look at what's inside this month's magazine

PROJECTS & TURNING
• SUMMER RETREAT: Choosing to work to his own specifications rather than buy off the peg, Dave Long’s corner summerhouse build is a real triumph
• HAT TURNING – PART 2: Picking up from placing the turned hat into a bending frame, Andrew Hall takes you through the steps for sanding and finishing your headwear, followed by techniques used for adding texture and applying colour
• FULL BLOOM: This month's cover star, with its fuchsia pattern and black veneering, Ian Hawthorne’s box is a real challenge

TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: In this section of the directory, Peter Bishop gets stuck into the Ps – we’ll part, peel, have pie crust and end up planing some wood
• WORKSHOP SET UP: John Bullar takes us through the steps for setting up a workshop and choosing the best tools for the jobs in hand

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Robin Gates sits and thinks about chairs with a copy of The Woodworker from January 1935
• MATERIALS MASTER: Awarded Bespoke Guild Mark No.465 for his stunning ‘Sika’ console table, self-confessed ‘materials geek’ Laurent Peacock fuses custom-made surfaces and unexpected materials combinations

ON TEST
• Makita DTD171 18V LXT brushless impact driver – this versatile, compact, cordless offering gets the thumbs up from Jonathan Salisbury 

WIN!
We've also got a great competition for you from Wood Workers Workshop, giving five lucky readers the chance to win a uniquely designed FastCap GlüBot glue bottle. See inside the issue for details on how to enter – good luck!

We hope you enjoy the July 2021 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/2La5rwZ

As we reach the halfway point of the year, we welcome the arrival of summer, presenting you with some great outdoor projects, plenty of technical articles to expand your skillset, and features that will both entertain and enrich

PROJECTS & TURNING
• HALL TABLE: Martin Aplin makes a hall table inspired by the American Prairie Houses of Frank Lloyd Wright 
• FOLDING LAWN CHAIR: Carl Jacobson’s simply designed folding stick chair is perfect for lazy summer days

TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop discusses everything from stink wood to parquetry and many things in between

FEATURES
• BRIAN A. HUBEL PROFILE: Entirely self-taught and deeply inspired by form and function, Brian A. Hubel believes a piece of furniture should stand on its own merit
• ARCHIVE: Prompted by an article in The Woodworker of October 1934, Robin Gates is moved to measure the years in sideboards

ON TEST
• Record Power SABRE-250 bandsaw – offers improved capacities, excellent cutting performance and substantial build quality
• Triton Tools TA1200BS belt sander – packs a lot of power and can be used for a variety of different jobs

WIN!
We've teamed up with Triton Tools to give two lucky readers the chance to win one of their new and improved TA1200BS belt sanders, as tested by Phil Davy. See inside the issue for details on how to enter – good luck!

As well as all this, you can also expect to find your usual favourite pages, including news, welcome, marketplace, next month, letters and readers’ tips, plus much more. We hope you enjoy the June 2021 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/2La5rwZ

In our May issue, we finally unveil the winners of the Alan Peters Online Furniture Award 2021 as well as bringing you the usual mix of projects, technical articles, features and tests, plus a brand-new competition

PROJECTS & TURNING
• EVIE’S BOX: Geoff Ryan makes a miniature chest of drawers for his granddaughter 
• HOMESCHOOLING PROJECT: Beth Pim-Keirle makes a simple toy boat using a scrap of softwood and a piece of dowel
• DIP PEN WAND: Combining various projects and requiring the use of multiple turning techniques, Philip Bradley shares the design for his unique dip pen wand
• FLOATING MANTEL: Phil Davy makes a floating mantelshelf in oak, which he places above his recently rebuilt fireplace

TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: As Peter Bishop ventures on, he expounds on the subject of nails to some length, and ends up about to break through to the Os
• SHARPENING: Tony ‘Bodger’ Scott takes a sideways look at sharpening

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Robin Gates confesses to flat-packed furniture then finds a forgiving message in the fretwork of a book table from The Woodworker of February 1927
• THE BEST OF BRITISH DESIGN & MAKING: We finally unveil the winners of this annual award and their fantastic pieces, alongside an online ceremony and virtual exhibition, organised by Jeremy Broun
• CARPENTRY CONNECTION: Swansea City AFC right-back Connor Roberts shows us around his well-equipped workshop 

ON TEST
Geoff Ryan looks at the INCRA I-Box Jig, which he used to make the miniature chest of drawers for his granddaughter; and Jonathan Salisbury takes a good look at the Trend T32 M Class vacuum cleaner, inside and out.

As well as all this, you can also expect to find your usual favourite pages, including news, welcome, marketplace, next month, letters and readers’ tips, plus much more. We hope you enjoy the May 2021 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/2La5rwZ"

"As we look forward to some warmer weather and a brighter outlook for all, we hope our April issue inspires, educates and entertains in equal measure

PROJECTS & TURNING
• JEWELLERY BOX: Geoff Ryan shares a stunning design in maple and walnut, which also features corner post dovetails
• CELLO PODIUM: Shaun Newman undertakes an unusual musical commission 
• UNDERSTAIRS STORAGE: Dave Long’s bespoke storage solution solves an untidy, cluttered area
• BIRD BOX: Chris Child’s hollowed-out birch log design can be turned in just a few hours

TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop pauses at the halfway point in this series and begins to cover a few key headings in detail
• CNC-ROUTING: Using a workshop CNC router, Dennis Keeling uses his know-how to create a simple step-stool in just 30 minutes

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Robin Gates shares his admiration for the artist Stanley Anderson whose engraving ‘The Wheelwright’ graced the July 1958 cover of The Woodworker 
• LEARNING FROM WOOD: Jeremy Broun highlights the importance of engaging with others as well as having dreams, aims and projects with deadlines, all of which help us feel connected and keep our spirits high
• RECORD POWER: Having recently expanded and streamlined its UK-based operation, Record Power opens its doors to give us an exclusive insight into their manufacturing processes

ON TEST
We have a whole range of product tests for you this month, including various workshop aids from Wood Workers Workshop, hearing protectors and earbuds from ISOtunes, plus the new DeWalt DWE7485-GB 210mm compact table saw. Get the lowdown on all the new kit before you buy.

As well as this, you can also expect to find your usual favourite pages, including news, welcome, marketplace, next month, letters and readers’ tips, plus much more!

We hope you enjoy the April 2021 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/2La5rwZ"

Join us as we spring into March, bringing you a whole host of fantastic woodworking and woodturning content, hand-picked just for you.

PROJECTS & TURNING
• WRITING SLOPE: Peter Dunsmore’s contemporary version of a traditional writing slope includes his personal flourishes, including a secret drawer plus inlaid initials to the box’s lid
• GESSO PLATTER: Colin Simpson’s beech platter features a coloured and airbrushed rim, which is then textured using Gesso to create an unusual effect

TECHNICAL
• DEFINING & USING VENEERS: Peter Bishop explores the history of applying and using decorative timbers, and how mechanisation has moulded and enhanced this process
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: As he reaches the halfway point in this series, Peter Bishop pauses and reflects before exploring more terms beginning with the letter ‘M’

ON TEST
On our test bench this month, Fernanda Nuñez takes a look at Dickies' new functional, durable and affordable workwear range for women, and if you're looking to make perfect pockets at twice the speed and in half the time, look no further than the Kreg Foreman Pocket-Hole Machine.

WIN!
We’ve teamed up with Roamwild to give five lucky readers the chance to win a Roamwild Multi-PullSaw Pro, which aim to revolutionise the way you use hand saws. See inside the issue for further details – good luck!

THE ALAN PETERS ONLINE FURNITURE AWARD 2021
The entry deadline is fast approaching for the Alan Peters Online Furniture Award 2021, so read all about fourth judge Hattie Speed while learning more about the great maker himself. See www.woodomain.com/alanpetersaward for further details.

As well as all this, you can also expect to find your usual favourite pages, including news, welcome, marketplace, next month, letters and readers’ tips, plus much more!

We hope you enjoy the March 2021 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/2La5rwZ

Our February issue has something for everyone, so turn the pages, be inspired and get busy making and learning with us – what a great way to start 2021!  

PROJECTS & TURNING
• ‘NEEDS MUST’ – PART 2: Carrying on from the article in the summer 2020 issue, Andrew Hall reports on how he’s adapting to delivering virtual demonstrations as well as the process of reinventing his workshop
• HOT ROD RESTORATION: Matthew White gives a new lease of life to an old Stanley No.5 plane

TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: From some stretchy stuff right through to copper bottoms, Peter Bishop travels on through the Ms to the start of the Ls
• WHICH WOOD IS RIGHT? We talk to Managing Director of NEJ Stevenson Ltd, Neil Stevenson, who discusses their commissioning process and shares details of one of the exciting projects the dedicated team recently worked on

ON TEST
In our 'on test' section, Phil Davy explores the cordless convenience of the new Ryobi ONE+ 18V file sander, tries out Trend's new abrasive range and gets to grips with Brandon Bespoke's Pure Mineral Oil and Wax Oil Treatment.

WIN!
This month's competition gives you the opportunity to win a Trend Pro Pocket Hole Jig, and there's also two runner-up prizes of a Single Pocket Hole Jig.

THE ALAN PETERS ONLINE FURNITURE AWARD 2021
Time is also running out for you to enter the Alan Peters Online Furniture Award 2021 – read all about the award, Alan Peters himself, how to enter and we also introduce fourth guest judge for this year, Hattie Speed. See www.woodomain.com/alanpetersaward for further details.
As well as all this, you can also expect to find all your usual favourite pages, including news, welcome, marketplace, next month, letters and readers’ tips, plus much more! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/2La5rwZ

"Christmas is coming and we are very excited to share our new issue with you, which features a remade Land Rover project from the Christmas 1955 edition as well as a few other festive treats for you to enjoy
PROJECTS & TURNING
• ‘MOXON’ TABLE VICE: Robin Gates hones his hand skills while making a hybrid vice for bigger boards using two Record Juniors and reclaimed oak linings  
• FESTIVE FROLICS: Carl Jacobson shows you how to turn a fun snow couple using leftover pieces of timber
• CANDLESTICK: A very prestige project sees Les Thorne make a candlestick that combines Victorian style with a contemporary finish 
TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop delivers part 22 of his ongoing ‘series, which sees him making his way into the Ks and Ls
FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Heavy rain confines Robin Gates to his shed with the November 1934 issue of The Woodworker
• FLIGHTS OF FANCY: Paul Greer looks at archery over the ages and the evolution of wood as a primary material
• KEBONY CHRISTMAS TREE: This festive offering from Habitree is the perfect ingredient for a sustainable holiday season 
WIN!
As it's almost Christmas, we've got two competitions running, giving you the chance to win 1 of 2 Triton TQTRSS orbital palm sanders as well as a Clarke Buckingham 6Kw multi-fuel stove. You can enter either one or both, so good luck to all!
THE ALAN PETERS ONLINE FURNITURE AWARD 2021
We're also edging closer to the deadline of the newly launched Alan Peters Online Furniture Award 2021, and you can read all about it on our special spread, or visit Jeremy Broun's website where you can see an introductory video and also download an application form: www.woodomain.com/alanpetersaward.
Pick up your copy of the Dec/Jan issue today, or why not subscribe?

"As we work out way towards the end of 2020, we aim to bring you the perfect mix of woodworking and woodturning projects, together with some fantastic tests of new tools, technical articles, as well as some inspirational features. We hope you enjoy this month's issue!

PROJECTS & TURNING
• ESHERICK MUSIC STAND – PART 2: In the second part of this article, Matthew White finishes his wonderful upgraded music stand, which is inspired by the great Wharton Esherick
• ART DECO CLOCK: Inspired by the roaring ’20s, Dave Roberts goes all stylish and turns an Art Deco clock (also this month’s cover star)
• COMPUTER DESK: Geoff Ryan shares a quick and easy way of building a substantial flat-pack desk with the option of adding a separate printer/storage unit
• THREE-LEGGED STOOL: Les Thorne’s child-sized stool requires only fairly simple faceplate work
• MOSAIC BEDSIDE TABLES: Zac Matchett-Smith makes a pair of bedside tables by cutting lengths of walnut and ash into thin strips before setting about gluing them all together
• GENERATION WEIL CHAIR: We look at how a reproduction Generation Weil Chair can be simply made using a few clamps, glue and a selection of Dremel multi-tools

TECHNICAL
In our technical section, in the last of this series, Simon Frost puts the finishing touches to his start-up diary as he embarks on a work experience role within a professional furniture making business; and in the next section of his 'woodworker's encyclopedia', Peter Bishop gets a bit ‘crusty’ about certain definitions and, to cap it all, is unsure of what to call himself! Also, in addition to all of the above, we have your usual favourite pages, including news, welcome, marketplace, next month, letters and readers’ tips, plus much more! Be sure to pick up your copy of our November issue today, or why not subscribe? "

Autumn is nearly here, and what a great time for all things woodworking! In this fantastic issue, we bring you the usual mix of projects and turning, technical content, features, plus various tests on a selection of brand-new kit.

PROJECTS & TURNING
• TURNED TRINKET BOXES & CIGAR BOX GUITAR: Using an old dismantled satin walnut sideboard, Andrew Hall is commissioned to make two cigar box guitars and two trinket boxes using various upcycled parts 
• WINDOW SEAT: Phil Davy creates more room in his cottage by stripping out window seats and replacing boards
• REPLACEMENT WINDOWS: Peter Vivian gives his house a lift by setting about replacing two leaded lights

TECHNICAL
In our technical section, Dremel's handy beginners’ guide to sanding will show you the tools of the trade and where to start; and in the next instalment of his 'Woodworker's encyclopaedia', Peter Bishop takes us on through ‘H’ and another letter bites the dust. 

FEATURES
Next up, in features, Robin Gates finds a lesson in self-help on the cover of The Woodworker from December 1947 and takes heed of advice from the ‘reverend’ Charles Hayward; Paul Greer explores the various roles wood has played in a theatre environment through the ages.

ON TEST
Moving on to our 'on test' section, if you're in the market for a few new tools then be sure to check out these pages, as Jonathan Salisbury appraises Ian Hawthorne's Neat Elite Hinge & Lock, before Simon Frost puts the Henry Taylor Bevel Edge Chisels through their paces.

And if you're feeling lucky and fancy having a go at winning 1 of 5 pairs of Dickies' brand-new Medford safety boots, then be sure to have a look at our competition page and enter your details online. Pick up your copy of our October issue today, or why not subscribe?

Our September issue features the work of the amazingly talented furniture maker Fernanda Nunez, a great mix of projects, features and tests, plus two fantastic competitions for you to enter

PROJECTS & TURNING
• ‘WALNUT WHOPPER’: Tim Pettigrew shares his experiences of turning a large walnut bowl, which took place over several years
• SOPHIE’S DESK: Zac Matchett-Smith makes a custom-built desk in maple and ash complete with hairpin legs, all in time for his girlfriend’s 30th birthday
• MANCALA BOARD: Peter Vivian comes up with a novel design for his take on a traditional Mancala board
• RAINBOW CUTTING BOARD: Noah Weinstein shows you how to make good use of scrap pieces of wood lying around the workshop with this colourful chopping board project

TECHNICAL
In our technical section, Mike Darlow looks at sharpening angles for your turning tools, before Peter Bishop brings us the next instalment of his ‘woodworker's encyclopaedia’ series; and in part 3 of his start-up diary, Simon Frost focuses on setting up an online shop for small products, organising the finances of his business, and making a piece of bespoke furniture for his partner.

FEATURES
In features, inveterate collector Robin Gates finds the answer to life’s little curiosities in the July 1911 issue of The Woodworker; Martin Pim-Keirle looks at the exquisite work of furniture maker Fernanda Nunez; in 'Modern woodworking' Tom Fraser, Principal of The Chippendale International School of Furniture, is excited to welcome students back after months of lockdown.

ON TEST
In addition to all of the above, we have all your usual favourite pages, including news and courses, welcome, marketplace, next month, letters and readers’ tips, plus much more! And if you haven't done so already, get working on your entry for the Alan Peters Furniture Award, as there's some fantastic prizes available as well as extra time to get making! Pick up your copy of our September issue today, or why not subscribe?

Our special Summer issue is here and as usual, it's packed full of a wide variety of projects, technical guides, inspirational features, as well as all the latest kit and tools, which we've tested just for you.

PROJECTS & TURNING

• BAROQUE GUITAR – PART 2: The second part of Shaun Newman's Baroque guitar build sees him describing how the delicate inner ‘parchment rose’ is made and put into place
• NEEDS MUST: Faced with the dilemma of having to change his woodturning business model due to the Coronavirus outbreak, Andrew Hall decides to go digital and start streaming his own paid-for demonstrations
• JAPANESE BLANKET CHEST – PART 2: Join Tim Molderez as he finishes his Japanese blanket chest build
• DISAPPEARING PENNY BOX: Bringing us another money box project from The Woodworker archives, Peter Dunsmore employs a few modern techniques to recreate this puzzle from the June 1951 edition
• CURLYY TOP BOX: Les Thorne gets artistic as he turns a curly top box with some added decorative details, including a lovely ebony finial, which finishes it off perfectly
• LIVE-EDGE COFFEE TABLE: Zac Matchett-Smith’s live-edge coffee table features a fun, pixellated pattern, which is achieved using contrasting pieces of walnut and maple
• MULTI-LEVEL PLANTER: Phil Davy builds a planter sturdy enough for nine heavy plants and foldable for storage
• MINI POLE-LATHE: Alan Turner shows you how to build a small version of the traditional pole-lathe, which can even be used in a city garden

"2020 seems to be flying by, and although we still find ourselves living in strange and uncertain times, here at the magazine we’re working hard to keep producing a publication you enjoy. So welcome to our June issue, which contains a whole host of interesting, entertaining and diverse content, including projects and turning articles, technical content, features, plus tests on various kit and tools."

The May issue is here, and while we may be living in strange times, at the magazine we see self-isolation as a fantastic opportunity to hone your woodworking skills and continue to do what you love – all from the comfort of your home workshops! So join us in a brand-new issue, as we do our very best to educate and inspire you with the perfect mixture of projects, technical articles, features and all the latest product tests.

PROJECTS 

• DICKIE BOW TIE: Andrew Hall shares another one of his signature projects with us here, which is a fun exercise in turning and also makes a fantastic gift
• TROUBLESOME TRITYCH: Martin Saban-Smith’s latest turning allowed him to learn some valuable lessons while having a lot of fun along the way
• BAROQUE GUITAR – PART 1: Shaun Newman takes us through the first steps for recreating one of these stunning instruments
• NAUTICAL PORT HOLE MIRROR: Glenn Perry uses antique brass port holes to create a novel mirror design
• STAIR REPLACEMENT: Phil Davy gets to work replacing a set of household stairs, which is a major challenge for most woodworkers
• FAVOURITE THINGS: Les Thorne reflects on the areas of turning he enjoys the most, including tools, techniques and teaching others

TECHNICAL

In our technical section, we have the first in a brand-new series from journalist turned furniture maker, Simon Frost, as he shares the initial instalment from his furniture-making start-up diary, taking us back to where it all began; also, in ‘Woodworker’s Ecyclopedia’, from the obscure to the common, Peter Bishop continues his woodworking odyssey.

Another spring iss under our belts & we think you’ll particularly like this one, not only because it contains a fantastic profile on Theo Cook, but also because it’s filled with a wide variety of projects & technical articles. So, to get things started Charles Mak handmakes an inlaid wine bottle box; Adrian Parfitt presents his church alter table; Dave Roberts turns a travelling salesman’s table; Phil Davy gives his tips on reversing a door; before Les Thorne comes up with a cauldron-style bowl design in olive ash. In our technical sec, Martin Saban-Smith shares his top 10 smartphone photo tips for taking great shots ; Michael Forster discusses dust extraction solutions; before Peter Bishop concentrates on the Fs in his next ‘Woodworker’s encyclopaedia’ helping. Our features sec has an article from Alan Peters Award Organiser Jeremy Broun, who looks at the importance of making furniture you believe in. In ‘Archive’, Robin Gates is entranced by the making of a violin; in ‘profile’, Martin Pim-Keirle discovers more about the  talented Theo Cook; in ‘Me & my workshop’, Rick Wheaton looks around the workshop of former broadcaster, scientist, author & photographer, Adam Hart-Davis; in ‘Modern woodworking’, Tom Fraser shows how becoming a successful furniture maker requires more than a talent for design; and in the final part of his series, Gareth Jones describes finding a niche & an odd customer who commissioned a loo roll holder. Moving on to tests, we’ve got a nice selection of both hand&power; tools for you this month, inc the Axminster Craft AC200BDS sander, DeWalt DCW210N-XJ orbit sander, Dickies Cameron safety boots, PEC Tools solid squares from Classic Hand Tools & the range of Rowdens Furniture Maker tools. Our competition is in conjunction with Dickies Workwear, who are giving five lucky readers the chance to win 1 of 5 tickets to Makers Central! 

"Our brand-new March issue is brimming with all manner of inspiring content, a varied range of projects for you to make, as well as some top notch features and tests.
As usual, our projects section is varied and aims to cater to a varety of skill levels. First up we have our new author Martin Saban-Smith showing how to make a spinning top arena complete with spinning tops, followed by Martin Pim-Keirle’s  dust extraction box design; next, Jolien Brebels recreates a Volkswagen camper van in miniature; Dave Roberts turns a pair of tulip-shaped candlesticks; Phil Davy’s simple tit and sparrow boxes are a win-win all round; and last but not least, Les Thorne uses pieces of masking tape to create an interesting effect on a hollow vessel.
In our technical section, Peter Bishop covers a range of defects, moisture-related stuff, some tools and measurements in his next ‘woodworker’s encyclopedia’ offering;  and in ‘home truths’, Edward Hopkins meets eccentric furniture maker Nick Hannan.
As another issue hits the shelves, with it comes a whole host of great new features for you to get your teeth into, starting with Chippendale School Principal Tom Fraser looking at where tradition meets technology when it comes to furniture making; also, Jeremy Broun explores the nature of woodworking skill and the evolution of tools as we bring you details of the upcoming Alan Peters Furniture Award 2020; next, Gareth Jones delivers his penultimate instalment of ‘joinery tales’; and in ‘archive’, Robin Gates marvels at a table-top machine for turning wood; next, Rick Wheaton meets 62-year-old furniture maker Peter Sings; before Paul Greer discovers the history of chainsaw sculpting.
We hope you enjoy the March 2020 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale!"

"For our projects this month, Robert Couldwell starts off by making an amateur medicine cabinet in oak, before Martin Pim-Keirle shares the entire process of making a wooden block plane from scratch; next, Dave Roberts turns a box in the Japanese style; Phil Davy transforms a handy cubby space into functional alcove shelving; Les Thorne creates a wonderful lidded box in ash; and last but not least, Rick Wheaton presents a door stop idea that makes use of offcuts.
If learning techniques is more your thing, join Robin Gates as he takes a look at edge tools lost and found; and in ‘woodworker’s encyclopaedia’, Peter Bishop continues on through the Ds with dressing, dripping and dropping, through to the Es with a load of eaves, edging and bendy stuff.
We also have some fantastic features in store for you, including the latest helping in our ‘Archive’ series, which features a monk’s bench from the March 1929 issue of The Woodworker; next, we take a closer look at the winning portfolio of entries from the recently held and judged Wood Awards 2019; in ‘modern woodworking’ Tom Fraser asks if Scotland is the place for woodworking; in ‘me and my workshop,’ Rick Wheaton meets retired woodworker and Chairman of the Mid Devon Crafts Guild, Dave Bowden, before Martin Pim-Keirle discovers more about furniture maker Aidan Donovan; in his ‘joinery tales’, Gareth Jones’ life is set to take a whole new, exciting direction; and in ‘end-grain’, Edward Hopkins’ latest move forces him to downsize his workshop.

"Our first issue of 2020 has a host of great projects, technical articles, features and brand-new kit in store for you! What a great way to kick off the New Year!
In our January projects,  Robert Couldwell is commissioned to make a dressing table in oak; Niall Yates rescues and repairs an Arts and Crafts nursing chair; Rick Wheaton’s simple knife bar uses powerful rare-earth magnets; Phil Davy makes skirting from hardwood; then learn how to carve your own wooden spoon with Dremel. In turning, Les Thorne makes a stunning square lidded box on a stand before Dave Roberts presents his faux bamboo cake stand. 
In our technical section, Robin Gates makes natural hones from rocks, experiments with ivy wood and sloe, then shapes a side bead scratch tool from a rusty saw found on the riverbank; Peter Bishop presents part 12 of his ‘Woodworker’s encyclopaedia’; and in ‘Home truths’ Edward Hopkins meets talented woodworker and Buddhist monk Ariyo Bhikkhu.
Moving on to features, Organiser of the Alan Peters Furniture Award 2020, Jeremy Broun, gives his advice on photographing submitted pieces; next, in ‘Archive’ Robin Gates looks at a screen of wood shavings from The Woodworker of July 1967; Gareth Jones recounts life as a jobbing joiner in the ‘70s; in ‘Me and my workshop’ we meet 75-year-old woodworker David Plagerson; Paul Greer explores the importance of teaching woodwork in secondary schools; in ‘Modern woodworking’, Tom Fraser discusses his vision for the Chippendale International School of Furniture; and in ‘End-grain’ Edward Hopkins ponders the ‘dyslexir of life’. 
In ‘On test’, we’ve got all the best recommendations, starting with the Makita DTM50RM1J1 cordless multi-tool, as well as the new Bosch GET 55-125 random orbit sander (awarded the full five stars). Phil Davy also looks at FirstLightWorks’ Bevel Monkey & Big Protractor (also given five stars) before Jonathan Salisbury puts the Clarke CPS160 160mm plunge saw through its paces.

"Yes, it’s nearly Christmas, and to celebrate this most festive time of year, we’ve pulled out all the stops to ensure we bring you an issue that’s brimming with all manner of fun-filled content, just in time for the special day!
To kick off, we have a unqiue advent Christmas tree design, which features 24 individual advent boxes, plus a special ‘gift box’ at the base; two charming tealight windmill designs; a lovely festive carousel, plus four turned Christmas tree decoration designs.  If you’re not a fan of all things festive, however, fear not, as we also have a simple mantle clock duo; various nutcracker designs for you to make; and last but not least, a fantastic stocking filler tenner key fob. 
As well as giving you plenty to do in the workshop, we recognise the fact that Christmas is all about relaxation and putting your feet up, so how about some technical articles and features to provide some much needed escapism? First up we have  part 11 of Peter Bishop’s ‘woodworkers directory’; Andrew Hall shares the experiences he encountered during a recent demo trip to Austria; we go into the workshop of furniture/box maker Mark Farrelly; back with another joinery tale, Gareth Jones recounts a rather amusing story concerning a hot air balloon basket and a Volvo; and in ‘Archive’, A child’s chair from the December 1919 issue of The Woodworker prompts Robin Gates to recall cosy fireside settles and playing shops. In this month’s profile we find out more about Swedish furniture maker, Peter Pålsson; Anselm Fraser has a special Christmas message from The Chippendale International School of Furniture; and in ‘End-grain’, Edward Hopkins offers some tips on how to have a happier Christmas.

"Welcome to our November issue, which features its share of fantastic projects, including the final part of Shaun Newman’s ‘air guitar’ build; Peter Dunsmore remakes a novelty money box from the March 1951 issue of The Woodworker; Phil Davy gets to grips with a garage workshop roof revamp; and in turning, Les Thorne creates a a three-legged bowl, and Dave Roberts encourages you to get organised with his string boxes.
On the technical side of things, in ‘woodworker’s directory’, we have part 10 of Peter Bishop’s timber directory; next up, Roger Spratley explains the basics of CNC machines; and in ‘Home truths’, Edward Hopkins meets Devon-based cabinetmaker, David Lloyd.
In features, we have some gems, including an archive piece from Robin Gates that sees him revisiting the work of 20th century master carver, Gino Masero; next, joiner Gareth Jones continues his tale of orangery repair woes; we take a closer look at the award-winning work of the 2018-19 Long Course Graduates on the Peter Sefton Furniture School Furniture Design & Maker’s Course; in ‘Me and my workshop’, we meet Devon-based Musical Instrument Engineer, Walter Havinga; next, Anselm Fraser advises budding furniture makers to follow their passion; Jeremy Broun poses the question of ‘furniture – product or service?’; and last but not least, in ‘End-grain’, Edward Hopkins explores the subject of decking.
In terms of kit we have on test this month, we bring you an exclusive review of the Nova Voyager DVR 18in Drill Press, as well as looking at the Micro Jig MATCHFIT Dovetail Clamp Pro, Ryobi ONE+ AirStrike 18ga nailer, plus two new tools from Faithfull’s Pestige range: an angle gauge and mitre saw protractor.

"Welcome to our Autumn Special, which promises to deliver a whole host of exciting woodworking and woodturning gems that are sure to inspire and keep you busy during the chillier months to come! In our projects and turning section, Grace Silverwood puts the finishing touches to her rocking hippo; Shaun Newman describes how the soundboard of his ‘air guitar’ should be made, braced and fitted; next, Michael Forster sets about making the final components for his craft table; Dave Roberts turns a decorative wall sconce; Phil Davy works out how to restore the moulding on panelled church doors; and last but not least, Les Thorne adds a dark airbrushed rim to his stunning Canadian quilted maple platter.
If techniques are more your thing, in the next woodworker’s encyclopaedia, Peter Bishop talks about cluster knots and converting logs into lumber; before Robin Gates makes simple things from windfallen and discarded wood found close to home, and shares his impressions of the Flexcut Carvin’ Jack.
Moving on to features, in ‘Archive’, Robin Gates looks at a guide to the newfangled iron planes making British woodies obsolete; in ‘Me & my workshop’ we meet furniture conservator Tony Vernon; next, in the first of a new series, Gareth Jones recounts the story of being commissioned by a lord of the manor to repair a rather rotted orangery; before Anselm Fraser advises making furniture that works, but taking the functional and adding in something a little bit special or unusual; also, Paul Greer shares a wonderful feature on the story of the Women’s Timber Corps, or ‘Lumberjills’ as they were affectionately known; and in ‘End-grain’, Edward Hopkins has an unfortunate pain in the neck…
As with every issue, we have some of the hottest new kit on the test bench, including the redeveloped Bosch FlexiClick GSR 12V-35 FC system, Axminster AC200BG bench grinder, plus FastCap GluBot 16oz and the iGaging Snap-check and digital read-out gauge."

"Although it’s hard to believe that we’re already on our October issue, as with every month, we’ve done our best to put together one that appeals to all woodworkers and woodturners, regardless of skill level. So, without further ado, let’s have a look at what’s inside. In projects and turning, we bring you part 2 of Shaun Newman’s ‘air guitar’ build; Lance Winter shows you how to make your very own drill vice/clamp; Grace Silverwood returns with another clever rocking creation - Henry the Hippo; Dave Roberts turns a coat rack in two halves; Phil Davy’s table lamp base makes an ideal small project; and last but not least, Les Thorne turns himself a new base for one of his trusty workshop lamps.
   In our technical section, join Michael Forster as he discusses machining mortise & tenon joints; Geoff Ryan shares some useful tips for working with various types of small-scale CNC machine; before Peter Bishop looks at more terms in the next instalment of his ‘woodworker’s encyclopaedia’.
   We also have a fantastic feature from John Greeves, who talks to Simon Payne about Blue Forest and Chewton Glen’s spectacular treehouse creation for the 2019 RHS Chelsea Flower Show; next up, Robin Gates deconstructs a wheelbarrow design from the June 1927 issue of The Woodworker; Anselm Fraser talks about keeping the customer happy; in ‘me and my workshop’ we meet Welsh reader and woodworker, A.B. Allwood; and in ‘end-grain’, Edward Hopkins discusses the secrets of success when it comes to woodworking.
   In ‘on test’, Phil Davy doesn’t hesitate in awarding the full five stars to DeWalt’s impressive new cordless DCW604 router, before he puts the SKIL 1580 AA electric planer and the handy new Trend Router Pod through their paces. Plus so much more!

"In our September issue, as usual, we have some fantastic woodworking and woodturning content, which is sure to keep you busy in your workshops! Projects-wise, we have part 1 of Shaun Newman’s ‘air guitar’ build, which is cleverly designed to fit into an aircraft’s overhead locker; also, Andrew Hall makes use of discarded plastic tubing to create a neat little bird box; next up, Martin Pim-Keirle rescues some finest-quality Swedish kitchen knives from the bin and turns new handles using pieces of oak root; in ‘Engineer’s Workshop’, Dave Roberts has a hard time with wood-substitute JAZ; Les Thorne comes up with two different designs for a pair of salt and pepper shakers, both using oak and paduak; Denis Whittaker uses pieces of scrap to make two alternative designs for tapas or trays; and last but not least, Johnny Wikk presents a clever and simple design for a wall-mounted bike rack.
   In terms of techniques, in ‘Woodworker’s Encyclopaedia’, Peter Bishop continues to look at everyday terms and phrases used within and about the timber and associated industries; and back with another ‘Borderlands’ helping, Dave Roberts finally gets around to getting his applewood sphere turned into a beautiful piece. 
   If features are more your thing, you’re in luck as we have some belters, including Mark Griffiths’ report from World Wood Day 2019, which was recently held at the Austrian Open-Air Museum Stübing. In ‘Archive’, Robin Gates presents an open and shut case for a new garden gate, with a little help from the June 1951 issue of The Woodworker; before he also explains his reasons for using wood from the wild while reliving an alarming encounter on the beach; next, Anselm Fraser introduces four professional course alumni, each of whom share their personal secrets of success; in ‘ Me and my workshop’ we look around the workshop of Devon-based artist, sculptor and furniture maker Caroline Arbon; and in ‘End-grain’, Edward Hopkins talks origami woodwork (with ship-building)."

Our brand-new August issue contains a pleasing combination of projects (plus a few for the home and garden), as well as interesting technique articles, a whole host of features, and we’re also announcing the launch of the fantastic Alan Peters Furniture Award 2020, so read on to find out more!
In our projects section, Peter Dunsmore shows you how to make a mystifying dovetail puzzle; woodturner Dave Roberts turns a pair of tall candlesticks; Robert Couldwell makes a replacement set of kitchen ‘bar’ chairs in oak; Phil Davy creates a handy garden tray from recycled oak; and Les Thorne shares his take on a yarn bowl design in air-dried ash.
Techniques-wise, Robin Gates has a field day with squares, dividers, rules and tapes, then makes a handy depth gauge; Edward Hopkins builds a bomb-proof Wendy house in ‘Home truths’; and in part 6 of ‘Woodworker’s encyclopaedia’, Peter Bishop looks at butt joints, capping rails and carborundum, to name but a few terms.
Moving on to our features, Robin Gates explores a timber-framed canvas bathing tent from the August 1930 issue of The Woodworker; in ‘Modern woodworking’, Anselm Fraser discusses the value and cost of furniture making; next, we take a look around the workshop of Canadian artist, craftsman and kayak fisherman, Doug Zech, before John Greeves talks to Fergus Stuart about the construction of a medieval trebuchet.
All this and much more in the August 2019 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale!

We’re well into our summer issues and pleased to announce that the number of projects, technical articles and features is in full flow, so we hope there’s something that will appeal to every woodworker or woodturner. For example, project-wise, Rik Middleton delivers a design for a good, solid woodworking workbench; Andrew Hall shows how to make a Weardale egg bowl; Dave Roberts turns a selection of knobs and finials; Les Thorne sets about making his own version of a classic turned piece with finial; and last but not least, Mitch creates a bespoke headboard in a farmhouse style.
Moving on to our technical section, we deal with a vast range of subjects in this issue, starting with internationally renowned chairmaker Mike Dunbar discussing the making and design of a number of different North American Windsor chairs, before Peter Bishop moves from bodgers to books and bows to bright stuff in the next instalment of his ‘Woodworker’s encyclopaedia’ series. Next up, Denis Whittaker shares the steps he takes when making a basic box complete with inlay, feet and hardware, and in his next ‘Borderlands’ article, Dave Roberts meets stained-glass artist, Helen Robinson.
In features, Robin reconsiders our underused senses after finding blind woodturner Sidney Goodrum featured in the July 1965 issue of The Woodworker. Next, Paul Greer takes a closer look at the carving of totem poles through the ages; in ‘Me & my workshop’ we learn more about blind woodturner Chris Fisher; and in ‘Modern woodworking’, the best way to connect with customers, says Anselm Fraser, is to inject a little piece of your DNA into your furniture.
All this and much more in the July 2019 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale!

"If you’re looking to learn some new techniques and branch out with your knowledge, then our technical section will hopefully hit the nail on the head. In this issue, learn routing with Dremel; in ‘Home truths’ Edward Hopkins makes a gift for the pharoahist of them all; and in the next ‘Woodworker’s encyclopaedia’, join Peter Bishop as he presents some more words and phrases for you to ponder on.
As usual, we also have an eclectic mix of features to inspire and entertain you, including our popular ‘Archive’ page, which sees Robin Gates looking forward to hours in the sun with a sundial from the April 1914 issue of The Woodworker; next, John Greeves learns more about the bespoke cricket bat making process; Anselm Fraser urges woodworkers starting out to be yourself, not a version of yourself; we visit the workshop of Works Manager David Wheaton; Jeremy Broun argues the hidden value of practical art education in our schools; and in ‘End-grain’, Edward Hopkins looks at the giving of wooden gifts.
We also have a varied selection of kit on our test bench including the Woodpeckers Ultra-Shear turning tools, the Makita DBN600 18V LXT finishing nailer and the AUKTools Bench Top Router Table – all of which are fantastic pieces of kit.
All this and much more in the June 2019 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale!"

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