How to

Robert Howard's 'zen rules' for using hand tools.

Cascade Shelves

Ashley Allen’s student project was full of learning curves.

Bench Slave

This adjustable support can be one of your best workshop friends.

The final instalment of Steve Hay's beginner woodworking project.

Design Sketch

Keith Briggs dips into his dwindling supply of highly figured WA jarrah to create a contemporary bedhead.

Looking for a straightforward introductory woodworking project?

Here’s one for all the stirrers…

How to Mix Shellac

Steve Hay gives a practical demo on shellac and how to prepare it for use.

It’s amazing what a woodworker can do with a butane torch, boot polish and milk paint.

Terry Gordon of HNT Gordon shows how easy it is to create ogee shaped mouldings with handplanes.

In this video Steve Hay explains some of the benefits of traditional hide glue and shows that it is easy it is to use.

A video tutorial shows how to create strong joints with just one handplane.

A personalised grip and look are two benefits of replacing saw and plane handles with those you make yourself. Terry O’Loughlin shows how.

A small footprint workstation with huge capacity. Story by Geoff Birtles.

Shades of Black

Steve Hay shows how everyday household items can be used to make ebonizing mixtures.