“Remember, remember the fifth of November…” is a rhyme every child learns at school, and it’s a timely reminder that fireworks are just around the corner. We’ve certainly got a brilliant show for you in the magazine this month, with a great selection of eye-catching projects and a wide range of other features for you to read and enjoy. Let’s kick off with our star builds…
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Shelf Life
Up until his 40th year, my father had managed to save the woodworking world the embarrassment of joining its legions of enthusiasts. That was until the fateful day my mother innocently stated that she’d like a bookshelf in the kitchen for all her cookery books. My father absently agreed to look into it next…
Take a look at the photos below – pretty arresting, aren't they? Believe it or not, though, they're the product of homemade pinhole cameras, and in Good Woodworking 233 – this year's Special, based around mixed media, and on sale this friday – we show you how to make one of your very own. You won't need any fancy equipment, just a bit of MDF or wood and some easily sourced gubbins. The article comes courtesy of…
The latest issue of Practical Woodworking is dedicated to choosing and using the world's most versatile power tool - the router.The publication is split into several sections. The first offers lots of advice from routing experts on how to choose the right router, decide on the correct cutters, how to get started and also use the tool with guide bushes and in a router table.The subject of the second section is setting up and cutters. This…
If you can't find Good Woodworking in your local newsagent, you can order a copy direct from 0844 848 88 22 It’s that time of year again…the skies are darkening, the trees are losing their leaves and the weather is miserable. But don’t despair, because that also means that it’s time for our annual Special Issue, sure to brighten a wintery day! Issue 233 of Good Woodworking is all about…
If you can't find Good Woodworking in your local newsagent, you can order a copy direct from 0844 848 88 22
PROJECTS
Computer desk: kicking off his office refit, Dominic Collings creates a functional desk that fits perfectly into a corner thanks to some handy scribing
Fold bedside cabinets: furniture that flows like fabric? Not as tricky as it sounds, says Greig Fensome, whose design methodology is truly…