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I’ll be teaching a joined Cricket Table (or Tavern Table) workshop at this year’s London International Woodworking Festi...
25/05/2026

I’ll be teaching a joined Cricket Table (or Tavern Table) workshop at this year’s London International Woodworking Festival.

It’s a form I’ve become slightly obsessed with over the past few years. At first glance it appears incredibly simple, but the geometry becomes surprisingly involved once you begin working through the structure properly.

This joined version uses draw-bored mortise and tenons throughout, with multiple compound angles to contend with across the entire build. There are very few places to hide inaccuracies, which makes it a strangely humbling thing to make considering its vernacular origins.

Probably the hardest thing I’ve built.

We’ll be working through the process together over the course of the workshop this October at LIWF.

Details and booking via the link in bio.

At the end of two days of glorious sunshine we’ve got a post in each corner and the pitch sussed out. Time to fill the g...
24/05/2026

At the end of two days of glorious sunshine we’ve got a post in each corner and the pitch sussed out. Time to fill the gaps

First cohort. First finish line. This week our Year 13 T Level Furniture students headed to the Furniture Makers’ Hall ...
09/05/2026

First cohort. First finish line.

This week our Year 13 T Level Furniture students headed to the Furniture Makers’ Hall to receive an award recognising them as the very first cohort in the world to complete the T Level Craft & Design Furniture course.

After six relentless weeks of assessments, it was a chance to stop, reflect and celebrate everything they’ve achieved — not just the grades, but the growth, resilience, professionalism and confidence they’ve built along the way.

Proud doesn’t even cover it. Congratulations Year 13s — you’ve helped create a path for others to follow.

And yes… they went to the pub afterwards. Of course they did. 🍻Looks like my work here is almost done

From Japanese joinery and marquetry to stick chairs, carving, upholstery and CAD — LIWF 2026 is bringing together an inc...
08/05/2026

From Japanese joinery and marquetry to stick chairs, carving, upholstery and CAD — LIWF 2026 is bringing together an incredible line-up of woodworking and furniture-making courses this October.

Whether you’re looking to refine traditional skills, explore new techniques, or learn from internationally respected makers, there’s something for every level. We’ll even help you find your accommodation

📍 London International Woodworking Festival
📅 26–30 October 2026
🎟 Courses, masterclasses, talks & more now live

06/05/2026

“More bull$%it than you can shake a Welsh stick at…”

…and apparently now we’re fluent in stick chair.

12 months ago we posted a similar video when this group were building stools. Since then they’ve taken on Welsh stick chairs, shaker-style doors, kitchen cabinets, joinery, finishing, and more than a few workshop debates along the way.

Not everybody smiles for the camera — but every one of them has put the work in.

Come September, around 15 fledgling furniture makers will be heading into employment, apprenticeships and university. That feels pretty special.

Huge thanks to for the support and generosity shown to the programme and our learners along the way.

At we don’t just make furniture.We make furniture makers.

In other news, the base for the LowfatRoubo HQ relocation is coming along nicely.Joists and insulation down in two bays…...
04/05/2026

In other news, the base for the LowfatRoubo HQ relocation is coming along nicely.

Joists and insulation down in two bays… one more to go.

Of course, with this being a woodworking project, everything gets put back into sticks at the end of the day.

You can never be too careful.

When it comes to baking, I’m a one-trick pony: banana bread. That’s it. That’s the repertoire.Over the years—yes, years—...
04/05/2026

When it comes to baking, I’m a one-trick pony: banana bread. That’s it. That’s the repertoire.

Over the years—yes, years—the main ingredient I’ve discovered is tenacity. Whole grain silos have been reduced to dust, and entire fields of bananas have been sacrificed to get me here.

My “spin” on this classic? Diced prunes (no particular reason), sliced dates, and chopped walnuts.

Only today… I forgot the walnuts.

Guess I’m not a natural baker.

Still, it never lasts more than a day—so I’ll take that.

On the other hand, should you ever need a cricket table… I’m your guy. Currently (and possibly mercifully) the only author of a book on them.

Know your limits.

The incomparable Dr. Lynn Jones - - champion of budding furniture makers and true industry expert - paid us a visit tod...
30/04/2026

The incomparable Dr. Lynn Jones - - champion of budding furniture makers and true industry expert - paid us a visit today

In a frank, inspiring session, we covered everything from nailing your CV to building a portfolio that actually represents you… and yes, even “how did you meet your husband?” made the cut.

Too many takeaways to list, and a day that will stick with us for a long time.

Never shy away from an awkward question - that’s often where the best learning happens.

Lowfat Roubo HQ is relocating - to the end of the garden. Slab and base are done. Now on to the timber work.
26/04/2026

Lowfat Roubo HQ is relocating - to the end of the garden. Slab and base are done. Now on to the timber work.

18/04/2026

When Gen Z gets into technology… they start recreating the 17th century. Naysayers be gone—we’re in good hands. Heritage isn’t going anywhere

Probably the most photogenic and photographed row of terraced houses in the whole of the South East of England. And that...
12/04/2026

Probably the most photogenic and photographed row of terraced houses in the whole of the South East of England. And that’s why they’re in every period drama that’s ever been on the telly. Fact.

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