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Mike Lawrence  |  Mar 06, 2011  |  0 comments

Winter seems to have released its icy grip at last, and the workshop suddenly seems like a more enticing place in which to spend some time. So dust off the bench, oil the machines and sharpen those dull edges; we’ve got plenty in this month’s issue to whet your appetite and get the shavings flying. Let’s start with a look at the Projects section… • Natty dresser – Mark Cass describes a recent…

Ben Plewes  |  Feb 28, 2011  |  0 comments
After rough cutting the mitres Peter accurately trims them to size. This video demonstrates Peter's unique method for doing this.
Ben Plewes  |  Feb 27, 2011  |  0 comments
Peter shares a neat trick for when it comes to glueing up the mitred box.
Ben Plewes  |  Feb 26, 2011  |  0 comments
In this installment Peter demonstrates how to adhere burr veneer to the top of the box.
Karl Dixon  |  Feb 25, 2011  |  0 comments
                             

Ben Plewes  |  Feb 25, 2011  |  0 comments
The next stage is to veneer the top of the box by adding stringing and a border.
Ben Plewes  |  Feb 24, 2011  |  0 comments
Peter Dunsmore demonstrates how to cut dovetails keys on a router table.
Mansoor Iqbal  |  Feb 22, 2011  |  0 comments
If you can't find Good Woodworking in your local newsagent, you can order a copy direct from 0844 848 88 22  PROJECTSCushy number: The challenges of African paduak stand between Michael Forster and a mini' chest of drawers to house his trinketsThe ultimate worktop: "If you want something done right, do it yourself," says Andy King, as he attempts to create the perfect bench Small footprint, big choice: Alan Willey's nest…

Mike Lawrence  |  Feb 09, 2011  |  0 comments

Our annual show at London’s Alexandra Palace is fast approaching – it opens on March 11th, so make sure the date is in your diary – and we’re putting the finishing touches to what will be a fantastic exhibition. The star attraction for many visitors will be the free-to-enter draw to win our stunning summerhouse, while for others the all-day demonstrations and the cut-price show offers from exhibitors will be an…

Mansoor Iqbal  |  Feb 07, 2011  |  0 comments
Environmental charity WWF has released a new study that shows that British companies are using timber from illegal sources. The report, entitled ‘What Wood You Choose’, suggests that not all timber that purports to be sustainably and legally sourced actually is, and hammers home the importance of using FSC certified timber. Companies that have been making false promises come into the firing line, with some that claim to have been…

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