Woodsmith

23/06/2026

Morakniv carving knives are well known as some of the best carving knives for beginners. That said, plenty of experienced carvers still carry them as staple tools in their tool rolls, which should tell you all you need to know!

They're affordable, well-designed tools with excellent steel and edge retention, so there really isn't another knife we'd suggest ahead of them for someone starting out.

That said, there are two main models - the 106 and the 120 - and within those, two different steel options: carbon and laminated carbon. So which should you choose?

In this video, Izzy covers the differences and offers some guidance on which knife might be right for you.

Available at woodsmith.co.uk/morakniv 🌿

22/06/2026

Handled Hans Karlsson Twca Cam and Ash & Iron Scorp ready to head off to their new home, where they'll be hollowing out many a green wood vessel.

The handles are the collective work of and (IG tags) 🌿

These tools are available unhandled at woodsmith.co.uk if you'd like to fit your own handle to your own specifications. If you'd prefer, just drop us an email and we can handle any unhandled tool we sell here in the Woodsmith workshop.

21/06/2026

Billy shows us how he sharpens his bowl turning hooks using the EZE-LAP diamond paddles 💎

Available at woodsmith.co.uk/eze-lap 🌿

21/06/2026

We love the patina and beauty of old furniture. But how do you achieve the same character (believably) in new or restored work?

The answer? With some simple objects, tools and household chemicals… and a small amount of belligerence.

The Belligerent Finisher by John Porritt, published by Lost Art Press - available at woodsmith.co.uk 🌿

16/06/2026

Want to get started with green wood carving, but no idea where to start?

Well, you should probably start by giving this video a watch!

You can watch the full length video on our YouTube channel - also 🌿

14/06/2026

Secateurs by Felco 🌿

Not a tool we shout about all that often, but felt it was time we should! We sharpen a lot of secateurs in the shop and are always happy when we see Felco placed on our counter - a satisfying tool to sharpen as they hold a really fantastic edge.

Well made, ergonomic in the hand, a reliable tool for pruning, basketry and general garden and woodland work.

14/06/2026

A few spaces still remain on a day long course led by Maurice Pyle on 11th July at the wonderful Ellekers Woods in North Yorkshire - Introduction to Green Woodworking Tools & Skills.

This introductory course guides participants in developing confidence and foundational skills with a variety of traditional hand tools and devices - including axes, carving knives, saws, drawknives, and the green woodworker’s good friend, the shave horse.

By the end of the day, participants will leave with a mallet and chopping block - essential additions to any green woodworker’s workshop. Their creation also importantly provides the opportunity to explore a wide range of hand tools and core skills. This course is ideal for complete beginners looking to gain practical experience, develop essential techniques, and build confidence. It’s the perfect gateway into the world of green woodworking and a strong foundation for more intermediate and advanced courses to come.

More info here:

Introduction to Green Woodworking Tools & Skills, (one day), with Maurice Pyle, at Ellekers Wood

11/06/2026

At Woodsmith, we care a lot about getting the tools we sell right.

A big part of that is working closely with toolmakers to develop, test and refine designs and materials before the tools are put out into the world.

Here's some BTS footage from a morning of log dog testing with Alex from Hammer and Hound Forge last month 🌿

10/06/2026

Have you ever considered expanding your stable beyond the better known shave horse and making your own spoon horse?

Well look no further than Sean Hellman s latest release, 'The Spoon Horse & Other Small Shaves', now available at woodsmith.co.uk 🌿

Featuring detailed step by step construction of a spoon horse, bench horse and rope horse plus instructions for additional features and modifications. A great resource for green woodworkers who make spoons, fan birds, pegs and other small items 🌳

09/06/2026

Feel like your Silky Saw just isn’t cutting like it used to? 🥺

Whilst edge retention on Silkys is exceptional thanks to their razor-sharp, impulse-hardened teeth, it might be time to replace the blade!

Billy shows you just how easy it is on this Gomtaro saw 🪚

Available at woodsmith.co.uk/silky-saws 🌿