When you’ve spent years honing your skills at the workbench, the next natural step is to embrace the art of advanced woodworking. This post is for those who’ve moved beyond basic joints and simple projects and are ready to dive deep into the nuanced techniques that transform ordinary wood into works of art. Today, we’ll […]
Woodworking is not merely the act of turning timber into tables or chairs. It is a philosophy—a contemplative pursuit that connects us with nature, tradition, and our inner creativity. In this reflective piece, I explore the deeper meaning behind the craft, revealing how woodworking can be both a meditative art and a medium for self-expression. […]
I still remember the smell of fresh sawdust mingling with the steely determination of a budding creator. My journey into the world of a small craft woodworking businesses began with nothing more than a passion for making things and a dream big enough to fill a workshop. In today’s post, I’m taking you behind the […]
There’s a unique thrill in hearing the soft rasp of a saw slicing through prime timber or feeling the satisfying scratch of a chisel shaping a block of wood into something beautiful. I’m not just speaking as an admirer from afar—I’m a maker whose journey in woodworking has been filled with both triumphs and teachable […]
Woodworking in the United Kingdom has long been a craft steeped in history, with traditions spanning centuries. Yet today, the sector is witnessing a fresh renaissance. Innovations in tools, sustainable practices, and the merging of traditional techniques with modern technology are transforming the woodworking scene. In this post, we take a discursive look at how […]
Woodworking has a magical way of bringing people together, whether you’re piecing together your very first birdhouse or planning your dream bespoke shelf. Today, we’re diving headfirst into the craft—perfect for beginners who are ready to roll up their sleeves and transform timber into tangible art. In this post, we’ll explore the basics of setting […]
It started with a loaf of banana bread and too much time. Like many people, I stumbled into woodworking during the Great Indoors Era—aka lockdown 2020. After weeks of sourdough failures and YouTube spirals, I saw a video of someone making a bookshelf from scratch. No kits. No Swedish hex keys. Just real wood, real […]