This issue of The Woodworker contains a nice assortment of projects, and hopefully will be of interest and instructional guidance to many readers. Of particular note is the rocking motor bike, a nice variation on the traditional horse and readily achievable for anyone with a basic shed or workshop set up.

We bring you the perfect recipe for autumn woodworking: workshop projects, technical know-how, interesting features, tests on the latest kit & tools, plus a fantastic competition from Trend – enjoy!

PROJECTS & TURNING
• 'A LOOK INSIDE 'LESS IS MORE': Philip Gay of Timber Robot Studio discusses the making of his Art Deco-inspired collector’s chest, as well as sharing a few other unique pieces
• MADAGASCAN MELODY – PART 2: In the second part of this instrument build, Shaun Newman puts the finishing touches to his Malagasy kabosy
And more!

TECHNICAL
• DOVETAIL DILEMMA: Join us as we weigh up the merits of hand-cut dovetails over their machine-made counterparts, discuss saws, then show how to sharpen one
• BASIC CARVING TOOOLS: Carving tools are a mecca for tool junkies, but which ones do you really need? Iain Whittington shares his suggestions

FEATURES
• TORMEK - A DIFFERENT BREED: Established by mechanical design engineer and keen hobby woodworker Torgny Jansson nearly 50 years ago, Tormek isn’t just a global brand made in Sweden, but a name that’s become synonymous with innovation, simplicity, quality and sustainability
• ARCHIVE: The December 1906 issue of The Woodworker stirs Robin Gates to boldly go
And more!

ON TEST
• Trend T18S/CDB Brushless combi drill & Trend T18S/IDB Brushless impact driver
• Measuring & marking tools from FastCap & AUKTools

WIN!
In conjunction with Trend, we’re giving two lucky readers the chance to win a new T18S cordless biscuit jointer kit, featuring six biscuit settings and supplied with 4Ah battery and Fast Charger – see inside the issue for details or visit www.thewoodworkermag.com/category/win to enter – good luck!


As well as featuring two fantastic competitions from ISOtunes and SanderCard, our September issue aims to debunk workshop secrets, make you a better woodworker, as well as entertaining and inspiring you along the way – enjoy!

PROJECTS & TURNING
• ELEGANT CARRIAGE CLOCK: Peter Dunsmore’s clock project is simple to make, using little timber and a few router cutters
• LOOKING AT LELLÓ:  Winner of our recent Liberon competition, designer-maker Ian Burnell takes us through the steps involved in making his critically acclaimed ‘Lelló’ cabinet
And many more!

TECHNICAL
• MORTISE & TENON JOINTS: John Bullar moves on to discussing mortise & tenon joints and how they’re traditionally used in furniture making, beginning with hand tool methods before looking at a few powered techniques
• TIMBER TERMS – PART 43: Peter Bishop finally reaches the end of his long-running series and finishes off with various terms including woolly grain, xylem and zebrano
And more!


FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Dipping into The Woodworker of July 1919, Robin Gates discovers how to turn a shapely leg and recalls a close encounter with a chuck key
• ERIK WOLKEN IN PROFILE: Through building functional sculpture – work that serves both a sculptural aesthetic and utilitarian function – furniture maker Erik Wolken seeks to create rhythm and poetry in every piece he makes
And more!

ON TEST
• Trend T18S/BJ cordless biscuit jointer
• Woodpeckers Paolini pocket rules
• Ryobi R18F ONE+ fan
• Thorex 31-712R hammer
• Bad Axe saws

DOUBLE WIN!
COMPETITION 1: Win 1 of 2 pairs of ISOtunes LINK 2.0 ear defenders – worth £99.99 per pair 
COMPETITION 2: Win 1 of 50 SanderCards – the ultra-thin hand-sanding tool


Showcasing some fantastic examples of new furniture-making talent along with the usual mix of projects, tech, features and tests, our August issue also gives you the chance to win a top routing prize from sauter – worth over £750!

PROJECTS & TURNING
• WHEELBARROW: Working from a project plan in the July 1945 issue of The Woodworker, Peter Dunsmore follows the original dimensions to recreate the ‘modern’ wheelbarrow design shown here, which doubles up as a handy garden planter
• HORIZONTAL ROUTER TABLE: You may think that a horizontal router table performs the same functions as a vertical one, but working with a router in this orientation actually has a number of significant advantages, as Alan Holtham shows
And much more!

TECHNICAL
• TIMBER TERMS – PART 42: In the penultimate part of this series, Peter Bishop is still in the Ws, but there’s not many more to go!
• DECORATIVE KNIFE-CARVING: Starting with a brief history of the carving knife, Iain Whittington goes on to demonstrate the practical use of various knives for a ‘flat plane’ carving depicting a troll perched atop a fence post

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Browsing The Woodworker of July 1958 reminds Robin Gates of adventurous family outings in a Ford ‘Pop’
• LIBERON COMPETITION WINNER: Having asked readers to share their woodworking projects and show off their workshop skills, we finally announce the deserving winner of the recent Liberon competition as well as sharing a few other selected entries
And much more!

ON TEST
• sauter router lifts & Suhner router motor
• Antex Fire Writer pyrography kit
• Nijihiro chisels & Genno hammer

WIN!
A powerful top combination for the router table, we’re giving one lucky reader the chance to win a pivoting sauter router lift OFL3.0 and Suhner 1,530W router motor – worth £750! Find further details and entry requirements on page 18 or visit www.thewoodworkermag.com/category/win



Featuring a varied selection of projects to make, techniques to learn and interesting features to pique your interest, our July issue also includes a fantastic competition from Trend, which gives you the chance to win a cordless sander kit worth £468!

PROJECTS & TURNING
• GARDEN WINDMILL ORNAMENT: Peter Dunsmore makes an attractive garden windmill ornament using standard timbers and recycled bicycle wheel hubs for the pivots
• THERMED SPOONS: Using a dedicated therming jig, exact duplicates of three, four or more can be made, as Andrew Hall shows here
• WORKSHOP SAWHORSE: Every woodworker needs a sawhorse or two, says Stuart Gooda and the following steps show you how to build one quickly and easily
And more!

TECHNICAL
• COLOUR-CHANGING CHATOYANCE: Paolo Pisani takes a look at this natural wood surface property, which involves a shift in colour depending on lighting or observation direction
• TIMBER TERMS – PART 41: Now into the Vs, Peter Bishop continues on to the Ws with a few lengthy descriptions
And more!

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: While honing neglected hand skills, Robin Gates discovers intriguing jigs and rare techniques for sawing in The Woodworker of October 1915
• LYME BAY CARVINGS: Drawing on his fascinating seafaring and boatbuilding past, Roy Gollop of Lyme Bay Carvings creates hand-carved driftwood sculptures that depict subjects from the animal kingdom, most notably sealife and birds
And more!

ON TEST
• Trend T18S cordless sanders
• UJK Multifunction squares
• Shinwa H-201C steel rule
• WoodFox mini pocket hole jig kit

WIN!
Continuing to celebrate the new T18S cordless range, in conjunction with Trend, we're giving two lucky readers the chance to win 1 of 2 18V sander kits (complete with 2 x 4Ah batteries and 6A charger) – worth £468 per set – find further details and entry requirements on page 34 or visit www.thewoodworkermag.com/category/win


Our June issue will get you in the mood for summer – how about dusting off your tools and making some outdoor projects, or learning a new technical skill? We also have two fantastic competitions for you to enter, so there's a lot to get excited about – enjoy!

PROJECTS & TURNING INCLUDING:
• DOWEL-JOINTED CHILD'S CHAIR: Using birch ply offcuts and the WNew dowelling system, Geoff Ryan makes a personalised chair for his grandson
• WISHING WELL PLANTER: Using standard size timber and a few basic tools, Peter Dunsmore makes an attractive decorative outdoor planter

TECHNICAL INCLUDING:
• CARVED MIRROR FRAME: Peter Scaife presents an ideal project for those looking to use up leftovers, who may wish to practise or learn a few new woodworking skills
• TIMBER TERMS – PART 40: Peter Bishop rounds off the Ts, breaks into and finishes the Us, before starting with a V

FEATURES INCLUDING:
• ARCHIVE: Trouble with his butt hinges sends Robin Gates to The Woodworker of March 1927 for advice
• OUT OF THE WOODWORK: Eric Simmonds, the man behind Out of the Woodwork, creates bird boxes that are unique and inspiring, with an added touch of eccentricity

ON TEST
• Wnew 3-in-1 Dowel Jig & Multi Row Puncher
Robert Sorby SteadyPro system

DOUBLE WIN!
In conjunction with Robert Sorby, we’re giving one lucky reader the chance to get their hands on the versatile SteadyPro turning system, complete with lathe stem – worth £129 – find further details and entry requirements on page 20 or visit www.thewoodworkermag.com/category/win

Also, continuing to celebrate the launch of their new T18S range, we're teaming up with Trend yet again to give one lucky reader the chance to win a cordless biscuit jointer kit (with 1 × 4Ah battery and Fast Charger) – worth £351 – see page 60 for more information or visit www.thewoodworkermag.com/category/win

If you want to hone your woodworking skills, try some workshop projects, learn a trick or two, read some excellent features, as well as have the chance to get your hands on Trend's latest routing kit, be sure to pick up our new May edition – enjoy!

PROJECTS & TURNING
•BASIC BOX-MAKING SKILLS: Dave Roberts’ set of plain pigeon holes tests skills of marking out, cutting, planing and chiselling small components
•JAN'S BIRD BUFFET: Geoff Ryan’s latest bird table build is precisely made and executed  
•DESIGNER DRAWERS: Brian Barber’s free approach to design exposes the simple beauty of his ‘designer drawers’
And much more!

TECHNICAL
•TIMBER TERMS Part 39: Peter Bishop is well into the Ts as he tackles a couple of lengthy subjects including timber-framed and tipped saws
•MARKING TOOLS & TECHNIQUES FOR FURNITURE MAKING: John Bullar explores the range of marking tools available to the furniture maker
•DECORATIVE CARVING - New series, Iain Whittington tells us more in this fascinating introduction to decorative woodcarving

FEATURES
•ARCHIVE: Tempted by The Woodworker of Jan 1904, Robin Gates ponders the practicality of a tool chest
•HOMEGROWN & FIT FOR AN AWARD: Jeremy Broun interviews English Woodlands Timber Ltd, a company passionate about trees
•WOODLAND SPIRIT: Trug maker, coppicer and green woodsman Carl Sadler is striving to keep traditional crafts alive
And much more!

ON TEST
•Trend T12 & T14 workshop and plunge routers
• General Finishes Pearl Effects & Enduro Extender

As well as three different competitions for you to enter and a host of fantastic prizes up for grabs, our April issue has a wide range of projects and technical content, some inspiring features, as well as tests on the latest workshop kit and tools – enjoy!

PROJECTS & TURNING
• TABLE LAMP: Peter Benson creates an Arts and Crafts-inspired square table lamp
• THREE-LEGGED STOOL: Glenn Perry comes up with a unique design for a three-legged stool’s central stretchers, which are cleverly joined by a central sphere
And much more!

TECHNICAL
• FESTOOL DOOR-CUTTING GUIDE: According to the experts at Festool, when cutting doors to length, it’s precision rather than guesswork that’s needed
• ROUTING: SMALL, BEAUTIFUL & CORDLESS: Some of the greatest gifts do come in small packages, as Jeremy Broun finds when looking at various routers
And more!

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Looking to bring the garden closer, Robin Gates turns to The Woodworker of April 1956 for a window box
• LES LIVELY IN PROFILE: Les Lively’s work is a fusion of different styles, which emphasise elegant lines and intricate details such as inlay, double dovetail corners and mortise & tenon joints
And much more!

ON TEST
• Trend T18S/MS184 cordless mitre saw 
• Sakazume sanding blocks
• Rider awls
• Robert Sorby Stebcentres rangs

TRIPLE WIN!
We’ve teamed up with Trend once more to give two lucky readers the chance to win an 18V cordless mitre saw kit (with 2 × 5Ah batteries & Fast Charger) from their new T81S range. Also, in conjunction with Geocol, we have five Joiners Mate product bundles up for grabs, and there’s still time to showcase your woodworking skills and win a Liberon prize bundle worth over £300 too. See inside the issue for details or visit www.thewoodworkermag.com/category/win

YOUR FAVOURITES
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.

With spring on the horizon, what better way to celebrate than getting back into the workshop. We've got a selection of simple projects to entice you, technical articles to help hone your skills, several fantastic features, plus a brand-new competition from Liberon, which runs over the next three issues

PROJECTS & TURNING
• CLASSIC CAKE STAND: Les Thorne’s design in English ash and sapele features a simple ‘T’ bar handle design
• MANTEL CLOCK: Michael Allsop presents an alternative approach to a typical mantelpiece clock project, using only hand tools
And many more!

TECHNICAL
• TOOL RACKS FROM OFFCUTS: When it came to sourcing timber for a new project, Gareth Jones turned to the offcuts pile, using various bits to make a range of tool racks
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop moves through the shadows to a stout heart, covers some swaging, then just about trickles into the Ts 
And much more!

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: The January 1915 issue of The Woodworker propels Robin Gates into the great outdoors for research into a springtime project
• MEET THE CHAIRMEN: Former editor Peter Scaife gives us a tour of his impressive chair collection
And more!

ON TEST
• Benchdogs MK2 Rail Square
• Timberland PRO® workwear
• Shogun Japanese saws

WIN!
We’re teaming up with woodcare experts, Liberon, to give you the opportunity to showcase your woodworking skills and win a prize bundle worth over £300. Running over the next three issues, see page page 22 for further details!

YOUR FAVOURITES
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 2022 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/3n60lTH


The shortest and often one that passes in the blink of an eye, February is considered an odd month by many. For those struggling to adjust to the start of a new year, this issue aims to gently ease you back into workshop life following a bit of time out. To find out what's in store, see details below

PROJECTS & TURNING
• CONVENE CHAIRS & TABLES: This set by Mark Hampson nests into one compact unit when not in use, and looks stylish in both guises
• SCRATCH-BUILT WORKBENCH: Using reclaimed materials and a few workshop staples, Paul Chesterman builds a solid, freestanding workbench for around £10
And much more!

TECHNICAL
• SAFETY FIRST: We discuss the issue of unguarded machines and how to avoid dangerous practices
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop continues working his way through the Ss, and there’s still quite a way to go!
And much more!

FEATURES
• JOBS, JOINTS & JOURNALISM: Peter Scaife, editor of The Woodworker in the mid-1960s, recalls a very different world of woodworking
• BOX-MAKING MASTER: Hearing Steve Altman modestly describe his pieces as “bits of eye candy”, those not familiar with his incredible body of work would be forgiven for underestimating an immense talent
And much more!

ON TEST
• Trend T18S/R14 18V cordless 1/4in brushless router kit
• Veritas Side-Clamping Honing Guide
• Record Power SC1 (2in) mini chuck package & three-piece turning tool sets

WIN!
We’ve teamed up with Trend to give one lucky reader the chance to win a complete T18S cordless router kit, worth £398, which includes everything you need to get started. For entry details, see page 25 of the February issue and follow the instructions given – good luck!

We hope you enjoy the February 2022 issue of The Woodworker & Good Woodworking, which is now on sale! Pick up your copy today, or why not subscribe? https://bit.ly/3n60lTH

In the first of 2022, as well as a host of projects, technical articles, features and tests for you to enjoy, we're also delighted to announce the launch of The Alan Peters Furniture Award 2022. Let's take a closer look at what’s in store in this brand-new edition...

PROJECTS & TURNING
• MUSIC BOXES: Tony ‘Bodger’ Scott fits music into toys for children
• REVOLVING BOOKCASE: Shaun Newman’s revolving bookcase design saves on space and also features a handy usable surface
• EMERGING BOWL: Colin Simpson opts for something a little more abstract – a turned, well-polished bowl that seems to emerge from another piece of wood 
And much more!

TECHNICAL
• WOODWORKER’S ENCYCLOPEDIA: Peter Bishop is cracking on through the Ss with loads of odd and interesting stuff
• CHOOSING & USING HAND SAWS: John Bullar moves on to discussing hand saws and how these are used and chosen by furniture makers to complete their everyday work
And more!

FEATURES
• ARCHIVE: Robin Gates explores the work of chairmaker Jack Goodchild through an engraving by Stanley Anderson in The Woodworker of March 1957
• THE ALAN PETERS FURNITURE AWARD 2022: For the second year running, this is your opportunity to be part of this prestigious annual award, which champions UK furniture designing and making talent while celebrating the life and work of the late Alan Peters OBE
And more!

ON TEST
• JessEm Rout-R-Lift Prestige
• Shogun 2-in-1 folding knife 

WIN!
In conjunction with Wood Workers Workshop, we’re giving away two pairs of Clear Cut Stock Guides from JessEm – quick and easy to set up, they’ll also improve the consistency and safety of your router table work. Further details can be found inside the issue – good luck!

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!"

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