What a great project! Who can't use a picnic table? Great message about the workshop, showing others that starting small can still accomplish build/project goals!
Hi April, love the videos. You're very determined, innovative and patient. As you're cutting the tabletop, in this particular setup, the right hand piece is the shorter, most likely scrap piece. The piece on the left will vary by as much as 3/8", particularly treated lumber. About the only pieces cut to exact length at the lumber yard or home store are pre cut white wood studs. Took me a while to realize that a long time ago when I was first starting out. I admire your ingenuity in dealing without a shop. Now you're working like a site carpenter. Looking forward to the next video too!
Oh my, I just found your channel whilst searching for some DIY advice! You rock! You're a few years ahead of me, but I'll add to my tool collection over time and build up a storm. How awesome to see another woman rocking this work! (Funny reading guys offer advice). Have subscribed to your channel. Thx.
I LOVE this picnic table! It's also awesome to see you improvising your work space---makes it so relatable since some ppl(like me!) don't have a workshop and end up working in very limited space! I want to make this!
I love your family April, they are awesome! Thanks for another great project. As a beginner this one will be near the top of the list. Hoping to say Hi in the UK in a couple of weeks.
Unattached benches also make the table and benches more versatile for use in other projects. Mine stay in the shop for the winter months for sanding, staining drying.... I even use my benches to lift my push mower and other small equipment for oil changes. If they get in my way, they are design to be outdoors so that is where they go until I have room or need them again.
Hi April.you do a great job on your vids with the narration and demo.I'm usually just looking for design ideas, don't need bolt size,hole size or other specifics-but general measurements like your bench height issue are worth mentioning.Thanks for posting the great vids,and I'm looking forward to your design/plan ideas for your new shop.
I've been a subscriber and like your work so I'm not new to your videos. But I SWEAR just today I was telling my wife that I want to build a picnic table for the back. I said it out loud and that was it, didn't think about it again. Then I log onto my UA-cam account and there you are building one!! With free plans to a great table. I've already downloaded the plans and thank you for everything you do. The plans definitely took some time to make and are easy to understand for those interested.
Nice table, I have built many in my time. Thanks for showing us this one it's a great thing to do for your parents. Can't wait to see your new shop. waiting patiently. Keep up all the good work. You are fantastic!!!! Your husband and parents should be really proud of you!
My dad and I built a table like this around 20 years ago out of cedar with attached benches. It's still at Mom's house, but I have been wanting one for my house. And I like the separate benches. April, you really have good ideas! :-)
I used the plans from the site. It looks great, I recommend making the table legs taller and likewise the benches too. Maybe 4" carriage bolt instead of 4 1/2" as well. It cost more in materials than prefab at box store but, its better. After a couple days of use: definitely make table legs taller, set bench legs in further to tuck tighter to table. Great game able, kids love it!
I just built traditional picnic table and the wood I used is pressure treated lumber from home depot and it has a red look like cedar which dressed it up nice. For less weight, you can use 5/4" decking boards for top and seats.
Love the picnic table set, April. I really like the separate benches us for guys who need a little extra belly room. My wife and I were sitting on the same side of a picnic table in the park where the benches were attached to the table and it tipped over on us. Not fun.
Another great project April. I look forward to seeing what you build when you attend the Midlands Woodworking Show in Newark UK later this month. See you there.
I like the fact that the benches are separate too. You can use either just a bench or just the table or mix and matched with any number or all three together - much better options than the benches attached permanently.
The Picnic table was great and I love the seats, being over 6 feet tall with long legs the normal picnic table is hard to get in and out of. Most of all I love your truck.
Great weekend project... thanks April...good luck with the new workshop...always nice to have your own space...but equally important that you have family and friends you can count on until you are re-established in your own space...:D
you are the BEST!!! can't wait to see your new shop. great picnic table. keep those videos coming. now you have me doing DIYs around my house. maybe some day I'll start sharing my videos too.
I was not sure about this design at first, but I really like it! Going to make one as soon as the snow and cold stop here in Buffalo, New York. Thanks for the idea and plans. Take care and keep up the great work.
Great to see the safety glasses April. My cousin is blind in one eye because he ripped a board that still had the bar code tag stapled to the end of the board. He was lucky. It could have killed him if it had gone deeper. Just a cautionary to all, takes a few seconds to pull those tags off of your boards and also to do a quick scan for stray staples or tacks on your lumber before it hits the blade.
Hey April lovely work again, I'm so excited because I've just had a notification from yandles that your are going to be there, you are a true inspiration to so many people and yandles is right on my doorstep, what day will you be there I have to be there! !! omg so excited can't wait.
I built custom tables for a friend. Almost your design , but the tables were 6" long and the tops were 3/4 inch poplar.(reducing the weight because they were an older couple making them easy to move around} these tables matched for a 12" table. they were kept under cover and are now about 10 years old and holding up well. Nice job for a tailgate party.
April I always look forward to your videos, and as a builder that has to work off the tail gate of a truck time to time, I can only offer one suggestion. When you 45 cut the top boards next time cut it on the backside of the board. With an inside cut the blade can kick your cut off and I would hate to see that trucks rear window knocked out. Speaking from experience.
That truck is fantastic.....
Love that you added in the diagonal support. I was just thinking if it had enough support then you added it in :) Great build for family fun!
Those look super solid! I dig the separate benches.
you made a great point regarding not needing a shop. I worked without a shop for years. Where there's a will there's a way. Great job on the table
What a great project! Who can't use a picnic table? Great message about the workshop, showing others that starting small can still accomplish build/project goals!
Thanks! Yeah it's a change working from the tailgate of a truck, but it can certainly be done! ; )
April Wilkerson Glad you have the weather for it right now.
April Wilkerson when there a way it can be done!
Hi April, love the videos. You're very determined, innovative and patient. As you're cutting the tabletop, in this particular setup, the right hand piece is the shorter, most likely scrap piece. The piece on the left will vary by as much as 3/8", particularly treated lumber. About the only pieces cut to exact length at the lumber yard or home store are pre cut white wood studs. Took me a while to realize that a long time ago when I was first starting out. I admire your ingenuity in dealing without a shop. Now you're working like a site carpenter. Looking forward to the next video too!
This is a great time to be working outside, our Texas weather has been great for wood working.
Nice project. And it is something that brings family together. Your folks have a beautiful place.
The wonders of a dry climate! No picnic table up here in Atlantic Canada lasts more than a dozen years!
Thanks for the build! :)
This video brought back memories. I've done many project off the tailgate of my truck. Saw horse, work table, storage and radio all in one
Outstanding Truck And Table.
Easy, basic, simple. Exactly what a picnic should be. Nice job!
Thanks April, that is just what I want to build for my daughter and her family.
Looks like great weather for an outdoor build! Can't wait to see the new shop when it's ready.
I can't wait to see more videos on exterior projects "house framing" Yard Ideas ect.
Hy April,It's not easy to work without a workshop, but you always manage. Every time good ideas and beautiful achievements.Hugs from Belgium
I have been working with wood all my life, but I learn new things from April every time I watch one of her videos!
Those turned out great. I think you get the award for the coolest work station. The back end of a kick ass old truck! 👍
You make everything look so easy.
Always like the shots with the family. Great job and ingenuity.
I love watching you make stuff ,and I love you April and your tools
Well done April. I also like using a router with a round over bit to ease the edges.
Good project! One advantage of the detached bench seats is that you can move them away and use the table as a buffet. Thanks for showing this build.
Oh my, I just found your channel whilst searching for some DIY advice! You rock! You're a few years ahead of me, but I'll add to my tool collection over time and build up a storm. How awesome to see another woman rocking this work! (Funny reading guys offer advice). Have subscribed to your channel. Thx.
I LOVE this picnic table! It's also awesome to see you improvising your work space---makes it so relatable since some ppl(like me!) don't have a workshop and end up working in very limited space! I want to make this!
I love your family April, they are awesome! Thanks for another great project. As a beginner this one will be near the top of the list. Hoping to say Hi in the UK in a couple of weeks.
The weather looks awesome.....
I love the couch swing in the background.
Unattached benches also make the table and benches more versatile for use in other projects. Mine stay in the shop for the winter months for sanding, staining drying.... I even use my benches to lift my push mower and other small equipment for oil changes. If they get in my way, they are design to be outdoors so that is where they go until I have room or need them again.
Hi April.you do a great job on your vids with the narration and demo.I'm usually just looking for design ideas, don't need bolt size,hole size or other specifics-but general measurements like your bench height issue are worth mentioning.Thanks for posting the great vids,and I'm looking forward to your design/plan ideas for your new shop.
this video was just perfect for me as this is a project I have been thinking about. some great tips here, thank you.
Hi April
We used your plans and made our table from Australian Treated Mountain Ash timber.It was amazing .Thank you so much
Geoff B.
Hi April & Cody, Family, Good job on the picnic table. I like how you make useful things. Happy Spring, C.
I've been a subscriber and like your work so I'm not new to your videos. But I SWEAR just today I was telling my wife that I want to build a picnic table for the back. I said it out loud and that was it, didn't think about it again. Then I log onto my UA-cam account and there you are building one!! With free plans to a great table. I've already downloaded the plans and thank you for everything you do. The plans definitely took some time to make and are easy to understand for those interested.
: ) Perfect timing. No reason not to build it now, so have fun!
It was the destination that I wanted you to make that table
Would be great to do a video of viewer builds from your plans if people have done so and taken pictures/video :)
@April Wilkerson I like the way you test your work, if it holds you up, then good to go. Nice job!
Awesome spring project! So simple! Thanks April!
Excellent work lady.
April, we always enjoy your videos! :)
I love this project and looking forward to build this for my property.
Nice table, I have built many in my time. Thanks for showing us this one it's a great thing to do for your parents. Can't wait to see your new shop. waiting patiently. Keep up all the good work. You are fantastic!!!! Your husband and parents should be really proud of you!
Great build and love the pickup !!
Love the truck and the work you do
My dad and I built a table like this around 20 years ago out of cedar with attached benches. It's still at Mom's house, but I have been wanting one for my house. And I like the separate benches. April, you really have good ideas! :-)
I over think the plans in my head so much, i never end up doing it. You made this very easy to follow. Well done.
I used the plans from the site. It looks great, I recommend making the table legs taller and likewise the benches too. Maybe 4" carriage bolt instead of 4 1/2" as well. It cost more in materials than prefab at box store but, its better.
After a couple days of use: definitely make table legs taller, set bench legs in further to tuck tighter to table. Great game able, kids love it!
I think 3 1/2" carriage bolts would work. Additionally, some 3" screws for the cleats would be nice.
Great project. Working away from your new workshop is a very interesting "twist" to your projects. Love the table. "I'm a champion!" :)
Nice picnic table. The truck is awesome too.
Nice to see you again 🇨🇦
I just built traditional picnic table and the wood I used is pressure treated lumber from home depot and it has a red look like cedar which dressed it up nice. For less weight, you can use 5/4" decking boards for top and seats.
I love that clamp-shelf technique! I used that technique back in high school while building a tree fort and its super useful
great build April
Love the table legs. I do the tabletop differently. Thanks for the ideas
Love the picnic table set, April. I really like the separate benches us for
guys who need a little extra belly room.
My wife and I were sitting on the same side of a picnic table in the
park where the benches were attached to the table and it tipped over on us. Not
fun.
It looks like you are always having fun!! I think that is wonderful. Nice video.
Another great project April. I look forward to seeing what you build when you attend the Midlands Woodworking Show in Newark UK later this month. See you there.
I like the fact that the benches are separate too. You can use either just a bench or just the table or mix and matched with any number or all three together - much better options than the benches attached permanently.
April, Nice project. Super common request and simple build.
Great job, April! *The project turned out great!*
Nice build! Great looking, simple, functional picnic table.
The Picnic table was great and I love the seats, being over 6 feet tall with long legs the normal picnic table is hard to get in and out of. Most of all I love your truck.
Really like the table and love the pickup truck. Good job 😁
good one-i like the removable benches too
I love leading off with the insults on the table haha. Great job as always april.
Needed a picnic table badly for years, looking forward to building this! Good job...thanks for sharing! Love the Tailgate!
Very cool. Thanks for the free plans.
Nice sturdy bench April. You could always counter-sink the bolts a little so folks can't catch their legs on them.
fab table and benches!
Nice table and benches. I think I'll build one. Thanks April!
Yep that is a nice truck.
These are great design and easy to bulid, thank you April!
I love your truck April!!
You are a great wood worker ! I love your videos !
Great weekend project... thanks April...good luck with the new workshop...always nice to have your own space...but equally important that you have family and friends you can count on until you are re-established in your own space...:D
That truck is awesome
you are the BEST!!! can't wait to see your new shop.
great picnic table. keep those videos coming.
now you have me doing DIYs around my house. maybe some day I'll start sharing my videos too.
Looks beautiful and for the next 25 years!
You're a wonderful inspiration to new woodworkers.
I love separate benches, advanced age and some creaky joints make it very hard to get in & out of attached benches.
I was not sure about this design at first, but I really like it! Going to make one as soon as the snow and cold stop here in Buffalo, New York. Thanks for the idea and plans. Take care and keep up the great work.
Always nice to watch your videos April, you always look so happy doing your thing! great to watch, keep up the good work, regards from Holland!
Congratulations! Excellent job.
Lovin it. Hey if it rains hang a tarp from a tree. Thanks for sharing
Great to see the safety glasses April. My cousin is blind in one eye because he ripped a board that still had the bar code tag stapled to the end of the board. He was lucky. It could have killed him if it had gone deeper. Just a cautionary to all, takes a few seconds to pull those tags off of your boards and also to do a quick scan for stray staples or tacks on your lumber before it hits the blade.
The picnic table came out great!
Hey April lovely work again, I'm so excited because I've just had a notification from yandles that your are going to be there, you are a true inspiration to so many people and yandles is right on my doorstep, what day will you be there I have to be there! !! omg so excited can't wait.
Thank you April, nice work. As others have said, I also love your truck. Cant wait for you to get going in your new shop. Keep up the great work.
yup, nice truck ! like the removable bench option !!
Thanks! Glad you found it useful. Thanks for watching.
Another great and completely approachable project. Thanks for sharing!
I built custom tables for a friend. Almost your design , but the tables were 6" long and the tops were 3/4 inch poplar.(reducing the weight because they were an older couple making them easy to move around} these tables matched for a 12" table. they were kept under cover and are now about 10 years old and holding up well. Nice job for a tailgate party.
Nice job, April !!!
Very nicely done
I can't wait to watch you build a new shop
April I always look forward to your videos, and as a builder that has to work off the tail gate of a truck time to time, I can only offer one suggestion. When you 45 cut the top boards next time cut it on the backside of the board. With an inside cut the blade can kick your cut off and I would hate to see that trucks rear window knocked out. Speaking from experience.
Thanks a lot for the tidbit of info. :)
newbie question here. What does it mean to cut it on the backside of the board? And where is the "inside" cut?
Great video April! May God bless you and your family
Thank you, full and interesting explanation, with a touch of art
Glad you enjoyed it!
I love the chevy!
can't wait to see your new shop
Well done April !
Great project April!
Thanks!
Congratulations with your reaching 400K subscribers.
Very nice Picnic Table an I love your workbench I have one similar to it
Thanks for sharing