My grandfather was a woodworker and teacher of industrial arts. I loved the NYW. I don't have the tools nor alot of skill for woodworking. But I love it still... NYW was like comfort food for me. I know some people looked down at Norm because he had so many power tools. But it made him more versatile. I miss the show and wish PBS would reair the series start to finish for folks like me who were too young when NYW or TOH started (I'm 29). I've moved on to other woodworking shows with the same "feel" that NYW had. But it will always be a part of my childhood. Growing up watching TOH and NYW on Saturday evenings in Tennessee. I enjoyed seeing Norms back story. Maybe later on he will decide to do a special NYW show or mini series. Who knows maybe it too would go another 21 years! Thanks Norm for blessing us with your craft on NYW. Will continue to watch TOH.
... I've watched Norm work on TOH and NYW for many, many years and I'd just like to take this opportunity to thank him for his outstanding contribution to woodworking/construction education and for his high quality work ethic and strong motivational values... Thank you!
My woodworking hero. Norm, I've been watching and enjoying your shows since high school back in the eighties. The great thing about them is they never get old, still such a shame New Yankee had to come to an end - thanks for the inspiration!
Many thanks Norm for many years of inspiring TV both through 'This Old House' and your superb show 'New Yankee Workshop'. I now have a large workshop full of kit I would never had considered and produce all sorts of projects. I don't think I would have attempted even 10% of those projects without the inspiration of your programme.
Great to see Norm is still going strong, I was an avid follower of his New Yankee Workshop series for years, I was green back then but this guy really inspired me, sounds corny... but it's true, what an icon.
My career in Mech Eng. management came to a screaming halt just over 12 years ago. I took a year of...on the piss.. and woke up late in the morning's to find this old house on discovery. I had loads of mates in the building trade so it wasnt hard to get a job as a labourer humping bricks and pushing the broom. I now do alright for myself, thanks guys. You inspired me.
The man that turned my newlywed life on Saturdays into a wood working passion. Im sure alot of guys went and bought a table saw, chop saw, planner and all sorts of tools once they got hooked on the NYW show. I was lucky to have met him, and in reality he is one cool guy.
Thanks for the years of NYW Norm! I wouldn't call myself a "woodworker" but I love woodworking and learning about it just as much, and I think I owe that to you. I remember watching NYW as a kid and being amazed that you could make all these things. I continue to be a sponge for woodworking knowledge and jump at the chance to build something from scratch... so I just want to say Thanks Norm! :)
Thanks to Festool for hosting this event and for sharing it with the public. Even 10 years after the event in 2013, and after Norm's official retirement, it's great to hear him speak about TOH, NYW, his life and his craft. What comes across quite clearly is that the professionals Russ Morash put together for his shows are not just skilled in their trade, they are people with intelligence and charisma that radiates across time and space. Although we may never have met them in person, over the many decades we have known them they have become our friends.
Sorry I haven't been able to see you in person. With my start in Computer Science, linked to automation systems in hi-rise buildings, Project Management and commercial construction for 30 years. I designed my own home and only now I am finally able to cut a straight line! Have been following you and been in awe for ever... Thank you Norm.
Norm, my father was a GC for over 25 years (unfortunately he passed away 4 years ago) but you were one of the few men on TV whose skills he truly admired and always wanted a wood shop like on THO and NYW. I have followed in his footsteps and I always watch intently when you are working on projects.
I'm UK based, but watched 100s of NYW & TOH, I stumbled across this video while searching for Festool info. Best thing I've seen in years. Please bring back these two series, they were the best...;-)
Great presentation. BTW, you are one of my heroes. Without a dad as a carpenter, I learned a lot from you over the twelve years I have been doing wood working and you are at least partially responsible for the furniture I have built for my Manhattan apartment! Thank you!
Hope Norm is at the 2014 session. Met him many years ago at a store and he was extremely approachable. My shop is pretty much outfitted as his old Yankee shop (with the exception of that super-duper wide belt sander that he had near the end of the series.) Rough Cut is okay but a far cry from the NYW series. Over the years I built several of Norm's projects. It got me really into woodworking. What a gem he is.
The thing I love about Norm, beside his genuine like ability and skill, is how he honors the craftsmanship of the craftsman and we omen on the show. He genuinely is interested and appreciative of their work. He honors them!
I agree with you 100%. Norm, Tommy, Richard, and Roger are the guys who do it and get stuff done, and even current host Kevin does alot of hands on stuff. You're right Bob Vila is just a Product Salesman with a massive Ego, which is one of the reasons why he Sold his Soul to Sears. I recently rewatched the 1986 TOH Home Improvement Video VHS Tape and you could tell Norm was being very patient with Bob. Norm Abram is my Hero and I'll be really sad when he leaves TV for good.
Thanks Norm. I can't say that I have built any of your projects per se but I find myself making something on a project and as I take up my tools I feel the influences you have imbibed me with, No sooner that I have made a jig to make something I recognise your teachings and techniques and often my hands are just ready to fall into the patterns and logic you have demonstrated on your shows. All the best in your future endeavors and good luck with your next new cut.
My dad was a self-taught homebuilder and former farmer who did entire houses outside and in; I worked with him 7 summers working my way thru college. With that knowledge I have always enjoyed Norm's methods and excellence thru the years. Now retired, I am hoping to go full scale back into woodworking although I won't be owning all the tools Norm has at his disposal.
I saw Norm in Jax, FL about 20 years ago at a home show at the Prime Osbourne Convention Center. I've got a signed NYW book (the one with the Adirondack Chair on the front), a signed NYW hat I got from a PBS promotion around that era, and a picture with he and I. But, the thing I treasure most is the little bit of conversation I got to have with him. I told him I never make mistakes, but what did you do with yours? He said, oh I've made plenty of firewood! He was an inspiration to me and others!
I'm reading measure twice cut once, ironically in the book he says he almost never takes measurements unless he has to, rather he puts the piece right on the work area and marks it on the spot. I miss DIY&H&G on cable This old house classics
NORM! A Different Shirt color? I'd like to see Norm do a scaled back show, but and this is what my dad did when I was a kid we built boats in the basement. he in the late 60's made a 3 pec boat that would come apart and each pec would fit into 1 total small shell this fit into your trunk. he made the paddles and everything. we had plywood in the bathtub for months in a bend jig, all he had was a small table top saw we got him when I was about 3 years old from some department store still around I won't say the name. just do small projects nothing fancy we miss the show. Have tommy come on the show, and others from other tv shows visit as guest as well. Even some respected woodworks from some of the top magazines. Let them do projects on the show, the New Yankee workshop could be more then one person woodworking and doing projects. That's why you got burnt out on it. Guest Host: Make sure they read understand all the rules about the equipment and wear safety glasses and hearing protection. I can watch reruns all day long, But you should also still sell the plans to some of your projects you've done over the years.
Yeah you can tell Norm dislikes Bob Vila, but Norm and This Old House got by just fine without him and are better off. There's a reason Norm's still on TV and Vila isn't.
I love Norm and everything he's stood for and all that I've learned from him over they years but the Fesstool company have priced themselves WAY out of the range of what the ordinary woodworking person can afford to pay for their tools. And that's fine.............that's their business but they'll never get a dime from me for their over priced equipment. Not everyone can afford to drive a Ferrari!!
I never liked Villa. He was crude to his guests and many times he picked up another tradesman's tool and then slam it down hard onto the floor which I find very disrespectful.
How I used to enjoy watching norm on his shows. Here’s wishing you the very best from the uk norm.
New Yankee Workshop - watched everything several times after recording on VHS tape. Loved every moment
Thanks Norm. From UK
My grandfather was a woodworker and teacher of industrial arts. I loved the NYW. I don't have the tools nor alot of skill for woodworking. But I love it still... NYW was like comfort food for me. I know some people looked down at Norm because he had so many power tools. But it made him more versatile. I miss the show and wish PBS would reair the series start to finish for folks like me who were too young when NYW or TOH started (I'm 29). I've moved on to other woodworking shows with the same "feel" that NYW had. But it will always be a part of my childhood. Growing up watching TOH and NYW on Saturday evenings in Tennessee. I enjoyed seeing Norms back story. Maybe later on he will decide to do a special NYW show or mini series. Who knows maybe it too would go another 21 years! Thanks Norm for blessing us with your craft on NYW. Will continue to watch TOH.
... I've watched Norm work on TOH and NYW for many, many years and I'd just like to take this opportunity to thank him for his outstanding contribution to woodworking/construction education and for his high quality work ethic and strong motivational values... Thank you!
WOW what a classy down to earth guy. Love this old house and the Yankee workshop. Great speaker aswell.
My woodworking hero. Norm, I've been watching and enjoying your shows since high school back in the eighties. The great thing about them is they never get old, still such a shame New Yankee had to come to an end - thanks for the inspiration!
Many thanks Norm for many years of inspiring TV both through 'This Old House' and your superb show 'New Yankee Workshop'. I now have a large workshop full of kit I would never had considered and produce all sorts of projects. I don't think I would have attempted even 10% of those projects without the inspiration of your programme.
Great to see Norm is still going strong, I was an avid follower of his New Yankee Workshop series for years, I was green back then but this guy really inspired me, sounds corny... but it's true, what an icon.
My career in Mech Eng. management came to a screaming halt just over 12 years ago. I took a year of...on the piss.. and woke up late in the morning's to find this old house on discovery. I had loads of mates in the building trade so it wasnt hard to get a job as a labourer humping bricks and pushing the broom. I now do alright for myself, thanks guys. You inspired me.
The man that turned my newlywed life on Saturdays into a wood working passion. Im sure alot of guys went and bought a table saw, chop saw, planner and all sorts of tools once they got hooked on the NYW show. I was lucky to have met him, and in reality he is one cool guy.
I do what I do because of you Norm. Thank you
Great video. If only Festool product prices weren't so astronomically high!
Thanks for the years of NYW Norm! I wouldn't call myself a "woodworker" but I love woodworking and learning about it just as much, and I think I owe that to you. I remember watching NYW as a kid and being amazed that you could make all these things. I continue to be a sponge for woodworking knowledge and jump at the chance to build something from scratch... so I just want to say Thanks Norm! :)
Thanks to Festool for hosting this event and for sharing it with the public. Even 10 years after the event in 2013, and after Norm's official retirement, it's great to hear him speak about TOH, NYW, his life and his craft. What comes across quite clearly is that the professionals Russ Morash put together for his shows are not just skilled in their trade, they are people with intelligence and charisma that radiates across time and space. Although we may never have met them in person, over the many decades we have known them they have become our friends.
I miss the NYW so much! Even though I will never have Norm's skill, I still enjoyed watching him work.
Great show , Norm : ) Can't say enough times how much you're missed !!
Thank you Festool for this presentation.
Sorry I haven't been able to see you in person. With my start in Computer Science, linked to automation systems in hi-rise buildings, Project Management and commercial construction for 30 years. I designed my own home and only now I am finally able to cut a straight line! Have been following you and been in awe for ever... Thank you Norm.
Norm, my father was a GC for over 25 years (unfortunately he passed away 4 years ago) but you were one of the few men on TV whose skills he truly admired and always wanted a wood shop like on THO and NYW. I have followed in his footsteps and I always watch intently when you are working on projects.
Top Man..I have ALL the shows recorded..even on VHS. True teacher..thanks Norm
I'm relatively new to woodworking and Norm. I love New Yankee Workshop. I wish I'd have watched when I was a kid.
I'm UK based, but watched 100s of NYW & TOH, I stumbled across this video while searching for Festool info. Best thing I've seen in years. Please bring back these two series, they were the best...;-)
It's okay. those who didn't like this video don't like themselves either.People of character can appreciate a class act like Norm.
Great presentation. BTW, you are one of my heroes. Without a dad as a carpenter, I learned a lot from you over the twelve years I have been doing wood working and you are at least partially responsible for the furniture I have built for my Manhattan apartment! Thank you!
I don’t think I ever missed an episode...wish it was still on...you got me started in wood working...still love it...thanks Norm
Norm is such a huge inspiration for me! Great man!
Hope Norm is at the 2014 session. Met him many years ago at a store and he was extremely approachable. My shop is pretty much outfitted as his old Yankee shop (with the exception of that super-duper wide belt sander that he had near the end of the series.) Rough Cut is okay but a far cry from the NYW series. Over the years I built several of Norm's projects. It got me really into woodworking. What a gem he is.
No argument here
I had the pleasure to meet Norm last year at Old Sturbridge Village. He is still very approachable.
A real inspiration to many. NYW is awesome stuff.
The thing I love about Norm, beside his genuine like ability and skill, is how he honors the craftsmanship of the craftsman and we omen on the show. He genuinely is interested and appreciative of their work. He honors them!
Good to see you again Norm, I have seen all of your projects, and I learnt a lots of new things. :)
I agree with you 100%. Norm, Tommy, Richard, and Roger are the guys who do it and get stuff done, and even current host Kevin does alot of hands on stuff. You're right Bob Vila is just a Product Salesman with a massive Ego, which is one of the reasons why he Sold his Soul to Sears. I recently rewatched the 1986 TOH Home Improvement Video VHS Tape and you could tell Norm was being very patient with Bob. Norm Abram is my Hero and I'll be really sad when he leaves TV for good.
Thanks Norm. I can't say that I have built any of your projects per se but I find myself making something on a project and as I take up my tools I feel the influences you have imbibed me with, No sooner that I have made a jig to make something I recognise your teachings and techniques and often my hands are just ready to fall into the patterns and logic you have demonstrated on your shows. All the best in your future endeavors and good luck with your next new cut.
That's a 2 litre bottle of water hes holding there. Norm is actually a giant that lives in a hill.
You are slightly off. It is a 5 Gal water cooler jug.
No doubt one of the finest human beings one could ever meet! National treasure is an understatement!
Norm, Mike Rowe and This old house, the best of three worlds
My dad was a self-taught homebuilder and former farmer who did entire houses outside and in; I worked with him 7 summers working my way thru college. With that knowledge I have always enjoyed Norm's methods and excellence thru the years. Now retired, I am hoping to go full scale back into woodworking although I won't be owning all the tools Norm has at his disposal.
I've enjoyed watching Norm for years.
I saw Norm in Jax, FL about 20 years ago at a home show at the Prime Osbourne Convention Center. I've got a signed NYW book (the one with the Adirondack Chair on the front), a signed NYW hat I got from a PBS promotion around that era, and a picture with he and I. But, the thing I treasure most is the little bit of conversation I got to have with him. I told him I never make mistakes, but what did you do with yours? He said, oh I've made plenty of firewood! He was an inspiration to me and others!
Great to listen to him share the history!
Back to the story about the bicycle for Christmas.
all these places Norm build should be on a national registry of historic places.
I see just a piece of wood and automatically I think Norm Abram.
I'm reading measure twice cut once, ironically in the book he says he almost never takes measurements unless he has to, rather he puts the piece right on the work area and marks it on the spot. I miss DIY&H&G on cable This old house classics
what a awesome amazing person
Met him when I was 21 about 18 years ago, i didn't even know what to say. haha
And what do you know? He is wearing a plaid shirt.
I cant get over how clever this bloke is. I always assumed he was a pro cabinet maker as opposed to a carpenter by trade.
legend
NORM!
A Different Shirt color?
I'd like to see Norm do a scaled back show, but and this is what my dad did when I was a kid we built boats in the basement. he in the late 60's made a 3 pec boat that would come apart and each pec would fit into 1 total small shell this fit into your trunk. he made the paddles and everything. we had plywood in the bathtub for months in a bend jig, all he had was a small table top saw we got him when I was about 3 years old from some department store still around I won't say the name.
just do small projects nothing fancy we miss the show.
Have tommy come on the show, and others from other tv shows visit as guest as well.
Even some respected woodworks from some of the top magazines.
Let them do projects on the show, the New Yankee workshop could be more then one person woodworking and doing projects. That's why you got burnt out on it.
Guest Host: Make sure they read understand all the rules about the equipment and wear safety glasses and hearing protection.
I can watch reruns all day long, But you should also still sell the plans to some of your projects you've done over the years.
Thanks , that was nice
Great video!
Construction:utter frustration,pure satisfaction.
Well done norm. He's looking great.
awesome thanks for sharing
'You learn how to dig a hole before you learn how to swing a hammer' -Norm Abram.
Words to live buy..
thanks norm
Now's the time to build that Herreshoff. Or maybe restore one first, Norm knows what learning will come from that. :)
a master of his trade
I also have 2 copies of Norm's book: Measure Twice, Cut Once. It is nice to have around.
+bodryn Is that the 'Buy Twice, Read Once' method?
Frank Johansen Actually it's the buy twice read several times just to get things to soak in a little. lol
Dewalt and Makita watched this 19x
And remember this: there is no more important safety rule than to wear these - safety glasses...
Imagine living through going from Rock Lathe to sheetrock.
"Lets take another look at the prototype" Lol class
good man.
They should separate the like comments from dislike comments , just to see what's in their heads for not liking Norm !
***** He's a master carpenter, that says it all !
Norm is the man! Nothing he can make with some "measured drawings". Need to start a grass roots campaign to bring back the NYW! I don't want
Who's the master? Norm
To live in a world where the Kardashian's have their own show & Norm doesn't.
Allah bless you Norm....
Yeah you can tell Norm dislikes Bob Vila, but Norm and This Old House got by just fine without him and are better off. There's a reason Norm's still on TV and Vila isn't.
I love Norm and everything he's stood for and all that I've learned from him over they years but the Fesstool company have priced themselves WAY out of the range of what the ordinary woodworking person can afford to pay for their tools.
And that's fine.............that's their business but they'll never get a dime from me for their over priced equipment. Not everyone can afford to drive a Ferrari!!
And don't forget, your safety glasses.
крутой дядя.
Haha ... even Norm thinks Bob Villa is a clown.
I never liked Villa. He was crude to his guests and many times he picked up another tradesman's tool and then slam it down hard onto the floor which I find very disrespectful.
NOT all uk contractors are like that guys, some of us actually have a van, lol
but he does. The New Yankee Workshop
Real class but milwaukee tools are the best
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