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How To Make a Floating Switch LED Reading Light! (from scraps… of course) | Heng Balance Lamp
Well this video could have been 10 minutes long had I just done everything right the first time....... oh well!
I had the inspiration for the lamp from a short I saw on @PeaceandSaraity 's channel. Thank you!
I also want to include the channels from the clips I used at the beginning of my video, because that's the nice thing to do. I do actually follow all of them in real life, so if you're interested in any of these topic, I think you'll really like them:
@Vsauce (science-y)
@Jose.elCook (cooking)
@noahsterncoffee (coffee and coffee related things)
@NicoleCoenen (wood/lumber/assorted outdoorsy things)
Materials:
(Even though Amazon links are convenient, since I only bought three things I used off of Amazon, I can’t in good conscience provide links for stuff I didn’t buy there. For the links I did provide, if you buy it from there, I do receive a small commission off of your purchase. If you’re not comfortable with that, you can look up the name in the search bar separately)
Casing:
Wood: 3 different thicknesses
Glue
Various tools you’ll need to cut it (I know this is vague, but there are many ways to do this part, so there’s no need to restrict yourself to my approach on this one)
Clamps
Finish/stain
String
Magnets (small and strong)
Electric Components (this part is a bit more strict than the one above):
18V Yellow LED Lights (single color)
2 Pin LED Single Color Connector Strips (I only ended up using one wire, so not really necessary): amzn.to/3zpTugq
18V Power Supply: amzn.to/4eP2lbO
Micro Limit Switch
Diffuser Paper (mine was self-adhesive, but that’s only because I couldn’t find a different kind): amzn.to/4bsDac7
Electrical Tape
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
1:06 - Making the Casing
10:50 - Whoops!
17:51 - Fixing the Casing
23:53 - Electric Stuffs
36:01 - Finished!
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Відео

Thinking of Using Wooden Pallets for Projects? Watch This First!
Переглядів 3,6 тис.3 місяці тому
Are all wooden pallets created equal? And if not, is there one that you definitely should use and one that you should definitely avoid? Abbreviations: HT = Heat Treated KD = Kiln Dried MB = Methyl Bromide SF = Sulfuryl Fluoride Blank = Pallets with no symbol are not used internationally and don't require treatment Argument for MB pallets: (Dainer Made) ua-cam.com/video/4IblRBJMh-k/v-deo.html Ar...
Are You Making This Mistake With Your Sander? Don’t Be Like Me
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In woodworking, just like in life, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
Letting Yourself Feel Stupid Is The Smartest Thing You Can Do | Woodworking Rants
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A slightly different format than most of my other videos, but this is something that I wanted to get out there for a little while, so here it is.
Why I’ll Never Glue End Grain (And Why You Shouldn’t Either) | Woodworking Rants
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There still appears to be a debate on this topic, so I wanted to put my two cents in. The following are channels I referenced in my video. Both are very well done and definitely worth a watch, if you haven't seen them already: Patrick Sullivan: ua-cam.com/video/m7HxBa9WVis/v-deo.html Stumpy Nubs: ua-cam.com/video/dwLWmoGh59g/v-deo.html My own video on how I made the chairs: ua-cam.com/video/HKJ...
Make A Cheap Frame At Home With Extremely Limited Tools | Beginner Woodworking
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Behind on your holiday gifts? Don’t worry! There is still time to make something that comes from the heart (or at least something that looks like it comes from a major organ) Material: Some of the following are affiliate links with Amazon, so Amazon will pay me a small commission off of anything purchased with them. If you are uncomfortable with this, then you will be able to look up these item...
How To Restore Scratched Plastic | Acrylic Restoration
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The downside of plastic is that it scratches very easily. The upside is that it’s very easy to polish! Frame Making Video: ua-cam.com/video/Yn9jOhd22JM/v-deo.html Material: The following are affiliate links with Amazon, so Amazon will pay me a small commission off of anything purchased with them. If you are uncomfortable with this, then you will be able to look up these items independently by j...
Make A Picture Frame From Scraps (And Mistakes You Won’t Consider Until You’re Done Making Them)
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Why buy something when you can make it better from scraps? Material: Some of the following are affiliate links with Amazon, so Amazon will pay me a small commission off of anything purchased with them. If you are uncomfortable with this, then you will be able to look up these items independently by just searching for the name I provided: - Scrap wood. I used walnut, but you can honestly even us...
“Small Makers” Are Lying To You, And Etsy Doesn’t Care | Woodworking Rants
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Article on high concentrations of lead found in fast fashion items: www.cbc.ca/news/business/marketplace-fast-fashion-chemicals-1.6193385 Article on forced labor concerns with fast fashion sites: www.nytimes.com/2023/06/22/business/economy/shein-temu-forced-labor-china.html Artists that I bought the poster from: www.youtube.com/@ssavaart
I Made This Tea Spoon Using Two Different Woodworking Methods… Am I Better Than My OneFinity CNC??
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Thank you for watching! Food safe finish video: ua-cam.com/video/CcL2TE3T-po/v-deo.htmlsi=MBupoG5yvRP_AvFg Previous spoon carving video: ua-cam.com/video/gT1yjhPVj2A/v-deo.htmlsi=EWTzb0kfao2N3Xsw Material (I am NOT sponsored or affiliated with any company, and any links I provide are simply there for search convenience): - African Mahogany Wood - The Real Milk Paint: Tung Oil (www.realmilkpaint...
Hidden Risks of Complacency | Why I’ll Never Wear Gloves When Using Power Tools Again
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An important PSA trying something new. Did I cringe while recording the "poem"? You betcha. But I already showed everyone my mangled thumb so I guess nothing that followed could be more embarrassing. Links: The Call of Cthulhu (Dr. Seuss style): ua-cam.com/video/glOLHN-hTho/v-deo.html My Bee-house video: ua-cam.com/video/iNPtzPUrHOw/v-deo.html Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 6:54 Sketch
DIY Decorative Wooden Hair Fork | Trying Hand Engraving For the First Time
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Trying my hand at engraving. Wouldn't say I have a gift, but it's an ok start. Tools and Materials: - Padauk (wood) - Table saw/mitre saw/band saw - Dremel/engraver tool Sand paper (220, and 320 grit) - Alcohol - Satin Poly Finish
Making an Eco-Friendly Home For Native Bees, and Some Table-Saw Essentials
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Making an Eco-Friendly Home For Native Bees, and Some Table-Saw Essentials
These Are The Easiest Custom End Tables Ever (And I Still Overcomplicated Them) | Woodworking DIY
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These Are The Easiest Custom End Tables Ever (And I Still Overcomplicated Them) | Woodworking DIY
How To Make A Simple Woodworking Jig For Beginners | Making An Easy Plant Stand
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How To Make A Simple Woodworking Jig For Beginners | Making An Easy Plant Stand
What Can We Make With This Cheap Plywood?? | Making A Custom Piece In A Day
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What Can We Make With This Cheap Plywood?? | Making A Custom Piece In A Day
How To Make Construction Grade Plywood Smooth Without Using Grain Fillers | Woodworking DIY
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How To Make Construction Grade Plywood Smooth Without Using Grain Fillers | Woodworking DIY
Food-Safe Finishes for Woodworking | Tung Oil, Butcher Block Oil, and The Real Milk Paint Review
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Food-Safe Finishes for Woodworking | Tung Oil, Butcher Block Oil, and The Real Milk Paint Review
DIY Woodworking Christmas Gift | Small Project Inspired By Woodworking Journal Magazine
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DIY Woodworking Christmas Gift | Small Project Inspired By Woodworking Journal Magazine
Making DIY Chairs From Repurposed, Scrap Wood | Woodworking
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Making DIY Chairs From Repurposed, Scrap Wood | Woodworking

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @alrangelal
    @alrangelal 9 днів тому

    That lamp is cool af

  • @Noname-nn2hm
    @Noname-nn2hm 9 днів тому

    Thank you for the PSA

  • @AutumnElaine
    @AutumnElaine 10 днів тому

    Tbh, sounds like all win but I've never been particularly susceptible to peer pressure. None the less, it's good information to have! Thank you. 😊

  • @bluecurlygirl
    @bluecurlygirl 10 днів тому

    I did not know about the higher commission rates. I have some items I need that are sitting in my basket in the hopes that the price will drop. Having said that, I always get suckered in by someones recommendations.

  • @johnford7847
    @johnford7847 11 днів тому

    Thanks for the information.

  • @user-wg7dx7er8w
    @user-wg7dx7er8w 11 днів тому

    Good morning 🌅, it’s the same on what you buy, you think you are getting a good deal to. To Find you are paying for something that you don’t want or need, I have just found out that I am paying for cable Tv that I don’t use or have, I was told by the fibre company that I had to have it, no I don’t so I’ve cancelled it completely, Going another route, If you’re not careful, you get scammed right left and centre nowadays, Stay safe keep up the great work, France.

  • @wreckcreationandenginenuity
    @wreckcreationandenginenuity 11 днів тому

    Best UA-cam psa ever! Congrats on being a good person.

  • @GT_Racer347
    @GT_Racer347 11 днів тому

    Good to know!

  • @MrTehru
    @MrTehru 11 днів тому

    Sounds like capitalism. Anyway, no surprise.

  • @bobketteringham4779
    @bobketteringham4779 11 днів тому

    Thank you!

  • @RenatoJ.Silva_
    @RenatoJ.Silva_ 11 днів тому

    Olá, aqui do Brasil! Parabéns! Trabalho lindo e incrível! Muito obrigado por compartilhar seus múltiplos conhecimentos conosco! 😊💡❤

  • @tatepishepard
    @tatepishepard 11 днів тому

    Double thumbs up. Open people's eyes

  • @noveske.2236
    @noveske.2236 11 днів тому

    Don't buy anything on sales unless you were already planning on getting it. You're not actually saving any money when you buy something you weren't planning on buying

  • @illi-the-wolf
    @illi-the-wolf 11 днів тому

    you are awesome - thanks for keepin it real wuff us out here! ^,..,^

  • @AlienLeader4
    @AlienLeader4 11 днів тому

    Honesty is not common anymore. Respect! Keep up the great work. 👽

  • @chrisjackson3181
    @chrisjackson3181 13 днів тому

    My glue spreader is my finger too! I enjoy the childishness of it haha. Great video as usual, you have a real skill at making them. Keep up the great work :)

  • @PhilR0gers
    @PhilR0gers 13 днів тому

    You keep saying "pine wood". In the UK, plywood is usually made from hard woods, so would not contain pine. Is that not true where you are?

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 13 днів тому

      Ah, this might be an accent issue, lol. I'm saying "plywood" but probably not speaking clearly enough so it's sounding fumbled. It should be hardwood like it is in the UK

    • @PhilR0gers
      @PhilR0gers 13 днів тому

      ​@@woodificouldoh, ok. Sorry for the misunderstanding. Enjoyed the video, anyway.

  • @stephenking1218
    @stephenking1218 14 днів тому

    I love your videos. I particularly enjoy seeing others displaying "what not to do" because that's really what I need help with.

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 13 днів тому

      Thank you so much! You'd think that at some point the mistakes would get fewer, but somehow they just keep coming

  • @user-wg7dx7er8w
    @user-wg7dx7er8w 14 днів тому

    Yes she is so cool 👌 😂, and cute 🥰, French 💋

  • @tomclifton3920
    @tomclifton3920 14 днів тому

    I have missed you, glad you are back. If there is one thing about you I love, it is that you aren't afraid of showing your mustakes... One suggestion would be to ditch the electrical tape and use heat shrink tubing. Looks better and won't come off... Keep up the good work!

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 13 днів тому

      Thank you so much! And somebody else commented the same thing and you're totally right. I don't know why I'm so opposed to using the shrink tubing, because consciously I know it's way better, but subconsciously I still always go for the tape. I think I'll just buy a pack of the tubing so it's available for when I need it... that might help break me out of my bad habit

  • @luifromdaburbs
    @luifromdaburbs 15 днів тому

    Loved how you took the time to explain each step of the way. For anybody who wants to make one of these, this video makes it super simple. Even for somebody who doesnt work with wood... like me! Thanks!

  • @norm5785
    @norm5785 15 днів тому

    Cool

  • @JamesSmith-su3oz
    @JamesSmith-su3oz 15 днів тому

    ❤ the light. To keep things from moving with glue, try using two small brad nails with the heads cut off ( 1/8" off of surface) to keep things from moving. Credit goes to P. Sellers for the brad idea.

  • @bluecurlygirl
    @bluecurlygirl 15 днів тому

    One issue with the whole pallet scenario is, as Dainer said in his video, if an inspector opens a trailer load of pallet goods and it is unclear if some of the pallets have been treated, then the entire container load will be fumigated with methyl bromide. So you could literally have already used a pallet that was treated with methyl bromide and not know it.

  • @bluecurlygirl
    @bluecurlygirl 15 днів тому

    New subscriber here from Ireland. Love your narration. Very enjoyable video. Looking forward to some binge watching now that I've discovered your channel.

  • @jimmcnett
    @jimmcnett 16 днів тому

    Nice project. I like the concept and it looks good.

  • @jasonrichelhoff4249
    @jasonrichelhoff4249 16 днів тому

    So cool 😎

  • @derjunge8224
    @derjunge8224 16 днів тому

    I love that you make about as many mistakes as I do in the shop. AND that you don't hide them! Cool build!

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thank you so much! I'm glad my mistakes seem to be well received, because I would feel so dishonest if I were to cut them all out

  • @robandsharonseddon-smith5216
    @robandsharonseddon-smith5216 16 днів тому

    Good job. Now you know why templates save time and matetial!

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thanks! And definitely, they can be a time saver. Unfortunately, I think in this case I would have made the same mistakes with the templates as I did with the original pieces, so even that wouldn't have saved me

  • @ryancummins8944
    @ryancummins8944 16 днів тому

    I love at 19:50 the other flush trim bit is dancing around. 21:05, more dancing!

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      lol, I noticed that too when I was editing

  • @TheDart64
    @TheDart64 16 днів тому

    Super idea, love these videos and your humour, keep it up.

  • @Harko-
    @Harko- 17 днів тому

    Just as I was thinking this week that it has been a while since you shared a video, you treat us to a brilliant nifty project! And it isn’t even a picture frame 😂. I think I want to make a desk version, as a gift. Although I applaud you always show your mistakes in the videos, some are a bit too relatable 😬. I don’t want admit how often I painted myself into a corner. Specially with (what should have been) straight forward projects. Thanks for sharing!

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thank you! While I seem to be done with my picture frame arc, I'm afraid that I'm approaching a "light arc" as my new thing. There are things that I want to do differently now that I made this prototype, and that might result in multiple lamp videos. Only time will tell, lol

    • @Harko-
      @Harko- 15 днів тому

      I would not complain about multiple light videos. I like the combination of creativity and functionality.

  • @joemccall8991
    @joemccall8991 17 днів тому

    Welcome back! Nifty project and the long-format video gives us more jokes and snark which is always appreciated 😀

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thanks! I was worried that it was too long, but apparently that wasn't an issue so that's good to know

    • @joemccall8991
      @joemccall8991 15 днів тому

      @@woodificould I'm a firm believe that you can never have too much of a good thing! Well, okay, drugs and alcohol.. And maybe ice cream.. But you get the point, keep doing what makes you happy

  • @searchmanager9372
    @searchmanager9372 17 днів тому

    Nice video and project. Good to see that I am not the only one who sometimes takes the long way around. Thanks for how to do it right.

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thanks! And definitely not. I'm convinced that most people take the scenic route, but they maybe don't talk about it openly (at least that's what I like to tell myself so I feel better)

  • @MrAmj08
    @MrAmj08 17 днів тому

    Great to have you back! Nice build, too. As always, honest and relatable content with brilliant commentary. Cheers! 😊

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thank you! I really appreciate that

  • @kimmotoivanen
    @kimmotoivanen 17 днів тому

    I think I smelled "dark wood" (though there were no burn marks) when you were drilling larger inside corners to the thick plywood 😀 Illustrating realistic, winding, (there probably exist better word for it, a bit like octopus playing twister 😉), workflow from idea to _success_ 1) with occasional shortcomings and failures 2) is IMO very important - and you are very good at it 3) 4) 👍 Round magnetic balls might demonstrate better that they are apart from each other? Adding spark generator (between magnetic metal balls) could look cool, but might be slightly inconvenient for manual operation due to high voltage (though current would be tolerable) 😬 1) whatever it means to each, no judging needed 😉 2) and how to a) fix them (almost always they can be) and b) avoid in the future due to better understanding and improved skills 3) + talking about other important subjects, not always closely related to piece in making 5) 4) I don't mean good at _failures_ but good at *not editing failures and stumbles out, at being realistic and at being human* 5) because they _might not_ be the primary content 👀

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      There was definite burning... when a bit of the wood flew out on my hand, I definitely felt the heat. And I think you're actually onto something with the balls instead of blocks... even with the same strength magnets, it might show the space between them better. Good catch!

  • @ChrisStCyr-gnt7
    @ChrisStCyr-gnt7 17 днів тому

    I see the light.

  • @MrKaebee
    @MrKaebee 17 днів тому

    great idea, i love the part where you made the boo boos, you handled it gooder than i would. loved your hands and nail job too, very pretty.

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thank you so much! And I only look like I handled it all properly because I cut out the part where I realized how big of a mistake I made and then almost banged my head on the table until I relaxed and thought of a solution, lol

  • @tam1954ify
    @tam1954ify 17 днів тому

    as always beautiful work from ireland

  • @ssskids123
    @ssskids123 17 днів тому

    I thought it was a fantastic build! Thank you for sharing it.. two thoughts which may be obvious. 1) I find jigsaws on thinner wood can give rougher cuts the more the wood can vibrate. I.e. I try to put the cut line as close to the workbench as I can (safely) and sometimes even hold a piece of wood along the top so there’s pressure along the entire surface. 2) I avoided using heat shrink tubing for insulation for years. I was wrong :). It’s cheap and easy. You slide the tubes over the wires and above the part to solder before soldering. After soldering, slide the tubes over the joint and hit them briefly with a heat gun or a soldering iron on low and you are done. It provides quick, permanent support for the joint. (And can easily be cut off if you need to resolder.

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      I actually felt the same about heat shrink tubing, and I honestly can't explain why. I know it's better in just about every way, and pretty easy to use, but for some reason my instinct is always to use electrical tape. Even though I always have issues with the tape slowly unsticking at the ends over time. Shrink tubing is 100% the way to go, and I think I just need to buy a bunch and have them available, that way I can't talk myself out of it when the time comes

    • @ssskids123
      @ssskids123 13 днів тому

      @@woodificould not casting stones here. For me, it was revisiting a project years later and finding most of the e tape had loosened that drove me over the edge to start using heat shrink. ;)

  • @guyjanusz5040
    @guyjanusz5040 17 днів тому

    I like it.😁

  • @dejalpa
    @dejalpa 17 днів тому

    Fun project! I see you're upping your transition game too, good job!

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thank you! I'm trying to slowly up my game

  • @claybowser698
    @claybowser698 17 днів тому

    I like it and I like how much detail and time you took explaining every single step in the process. Thank you.

  • @unperfect00
    @unperfect00 17 днів тому

    I like that part where you make the lamp

  • @joerash9020
    @joerash9020 17 днів тому

    Nice love the idea concept and I love how you talk also

    • @woodificould
      @woodificould 15 днів тому

      Thank you so much! I'm still not over hearing the sound of my own voice, so I really appreciate that

  • @user-wg7dx7er8w
    @user-wg7dx7er8w 17 днів тому

    Good morning 🌅, nice job, it is okay to make mistakes, the skill comes in how you rectify it and get over the problem and this is how you learn , we all make mistakes , France