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In this month's Good Woodworking

Ben Plewes | May 29, 2009

We’ve been fostering a spirit of adventure in Good Woodworking this month. Not only are we on the road with Stephen Skolnik, who swapped pop music for furniture making, but we’ve travelled back in time in search of the secret art of chisel forging – at least, Henry Taylor Tools’ factory felt like being back in time…

The message is, don’t struggle alone in your workshop; get out there, get inspired, and if you get stuck, give us a shout – [email protected]

FEATURES

Stephen Skolnik

The pop star turned furniture maker who says don’t be scared of incredible design – he’s only been at it six years himself, y’know!

Henry Taylor Tools

Andy King visits the ’shop that time forgot. Find out what goes in to making a fine chisel, the traditional way

Turning Essentials

Sarah Thirlwell discusses the pros and cons of man-made and natural materials, and turns out a pair of bangles in just 20 minutes!

PROJECTS

Spectacular dining table: cabinetmaker David Oldfield reveals his tricks of the trade

Trinket box: student Matt Coutts has an eye for sleek curves

Softwood door: Phil Davy walks you through that most practical of builds