Spring is just around the corner, and we have an issue chock full of goodies to tempt you out of the armchair and into the workshop. So brush away the cobwebs, clean off the rust and get cracking. Here’s what you’ve got to look forward to in our projects section…
• Ash triptych – Kerry Donovan describes how he re-invented the traditional three-panel room screen by devising a cunning concealed hinge mechanism…
This issue of The Woodworker marks the start of a new chapter in the magazine’s illustrious history, as Mark Cass takes over as editor. Regular readers will be familiar with his work as a contributor, and he brings to the role immense knowledge of the world of wood as a working joiner and cabinetmaker, a college lecturer and a former magazine editor with lots of journalistic experience. Here’s what’s in his first…
The first issue of the New Year appears just before Christmas, thanks to the vagaries of our publishing schedules. So we won’t mind if you put it to one side over the festive season, and treat yourself to the usual eating, drinking and making merry! Your faithful friend will still be waiting for you when you’ve put the decorations away and reopened the workshop. So what do we have for you this month? Let’s begin with a look…
In the good old days, a magazine’s December issue traditionally had something of a festive feel to it. Now that many publishers produce thirteen issues a year, as we do on The Woodworker, the December issue appears in mid-November. However, publishing it a bit early at least gives you plenty of time to make a Christmas present or a decoration… and we have both for you this month. Let’s begin with a look at our projects…
“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…
• Story time –…
We have an unusual mixture of features for you in this month’s issue of The Woodworker, so I hope you find something that interests you. Let’s start as usual with a look at this month’s crop of projects…
• A grand entrance – Keith Smith describes the design and construction of a solid oak door and two glazed sidelights, destined for a period cottage with a rather unsuitable front entrance
• Four…
The Olympic Games are over, and the weather gods that smiled on early August seem to sulking again in time for the final Test Match of the summer. But don’t despair: we have plenty of goodies in store this month to make returning to the workshop a positive pleasure. Let’s start as usual with a look at this month’s crop of projects…
• Comfort zone – Kerry Donovan crafts a highly unusual curvy reclining…
We’re busy building the 2012 version of Noah’s Ark here at The Woodworker, so we’ll be ready to flee with all hands when the floodwaters come lapping at the foot of the stairs. But if the sun does eventually shine, we’re also geared up for some more serious woodworking. Let’s start as usual with a look at this month’s crop of projects…
• Reach for the sky – Keith Smith describes the…
So far 2012 has been a pretty mixed bag weather-wise, but at least it has guaranteed plenty of workshop time… so long as the patter of raindrops falling on the roof hasn’t driven you mad. Our latest issue aims to keep you busy as the summer holidays loom. Let’s start as usual with a look at our regular crop of projects…
• Going for growth – Duncan Rose describes a commission from some friends to make a…
Summer seems to have come and gone in March this year! But if the unseasonable weather is keeping you out of the garden, there are plenty of ideas in our latest issue to ensure that you’re not idle in the workshop. Let’s start as usual with a look at our regular crop of projects…
• A second bite of the cherry – Roger Berwick presents the final instalment of his two-part alcove dresser build, and reports on a…
