I absolutely love that you show the mess ups and all the honesty in your build. It makes me feel better and realize that it's ok to make mistakes in my learning.
I've been woodworking a long time and I like watching woodworking videos. Some of them are pretty pretentious and seem as if they just want to show off their power tools. Your videos are honest, fun, and actually informative. Thanks!
1st, I love that you show your mess ups. We all do it and it's nice to see that we're not all perfect and your sense of humor is on point. These are great ideas for simple projects. I love to build stuff but I'm always afraid to sell. I don't know what to charge and never think my stuff is good enough. I love the light idea and if it has a USB power option I would drill a small hole and run the wire down the inside of the wall to a plug below. Thanks for sharing!!
I used to think the same thing until i started looking around etsy and seeing what some people were charging for stuff I could make. i think people like the hand made look as apposed to a factory looking piece. You should give it a shot. Etsy is free and its only 20 cents to list a product.
I'm 75 y. o. retired muscian ..... so I guess I'll subscribe. Video was very enjoyable like learning a new 3 chord song ..... thanks. (sorry, meds just kicked in)
Over the years, I've developed a keen eye for measurement. Sometimes, I can confidently estimate without needing squares or tape measures. I have immense respect for individuals who possess this skill 💪🏼
This is the 1st video of yours I've seen and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Very real. No crazy ass expensive equipment, funny, creative, good explanation, getting results. I totally dig it.
Dude, once again you never fail to deliver. I just got over Covid and my sides are sore from coughing, and now they are sore again from laughing, thank you. Really looking forward to that knitting channel because I know nothing about knitting. Good projects, well explained. Mostly though your humor is what keeps me coming back. As always, thank you.
Thank you brother, I really appreciate your encouraging comments. You are a real one as the kids say! 😂 Ill probably be better at knitting than the woodworking! 😂
Fantastic video! These 3 woodworking projects are not only simple to make but also perfect for anyone looking to turn their hobby into profit. Great tips and clear instructions-can't wait to try them out! Hovorka Easy Peasy Method ebook was incredibly helpful to me when I was just starting out!
I'm 74 year old, woodworking has been my hobby and passion for most of my life. I always find it interesting that no matter how old I get, I can always learn new things on this channel. Thanks for doing what you do, I found your video quite enjoyable. Oh BTW when cutting keyhole slots, if you first cut a straight slot the size of the smaller keyhole dia. then do the keyhole, you'll find the keyhole bit doesn't labor so much and will last much longer. Also when using oil based finishes there are a couple easy fixes for the air bubbles, one thin the varnish, two, using a lght touch tip off the varnish as you go. I personally haven't had that problem but you could also try to release the air bubbles with a heat gun. Not sure if it works on varnish but it works great on epoxy finishes. Have fun and best of luck!!
Thank you brother, I really appreciate all the wisdom and advice you shared. I am humbled that you can learn anything from me. It was probably a what not to do! 😂😂 It is comforting to know you are still at it after all these years. I hope to be still at it too.
For staining I use lint free shop rags to rub in the stain. For clear coat I use cheap dollar store sponges that I usually cut with a pair of cheap kitchen scissors that fits the width of the wood that I’m staining. Then I just dispose of them when they dry up. No need for expensive toxic solvents to clean them.
Opening your garage and the kids had me rolling,, and the fact ive never laughed watching a project video b4 so now you gained a new subscriber... thanks Nevada... Texas out...
I would love to see you build a workbench. I'm sure it would be entertaining...I look forward to all your videos. I like the pinstripe, it's different.
Thank you, I really appreciate the encouraging comment. I will probably do a workbench build when I figure out a way to make the dog holes and space them right. in other words It may be a while 😂😂
Great video man and it's nice to see a little humor. You asked for your suggestions on using polyurethane. I had an old man tell me once "It's not paint, so quit trying to put it on like it is." You apply polyurethane. Get a good natural hair brush and soak it in mineral spirits right before you use it. Let it sit in the thinner while you're getting your poly ready. Once you're ready bring it out so it's not dripping. Dip it in your polyurethane and start in the middle of your project and with the brush LAYING in your hand, at about a 25° angle, applying no pressure, drag it to the edge. The first coat of oil poly can be cut in about half. Basically the brush just carries the poly from the can to your surface. You don't brush it in like paint there's no need. Just work in one direction, from the center out, not back and forth. After you get it applied, leave it alone. Do everything else as you normally would, sanding between coats, etc. I hope this helps you. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate. Great video! P. S. If you want a better finish get rid of them foam brushes! You can find me on Facebook and send me a PM if you have more questions. Again, great video. Love the wall sconces.
Thank you for the detailed explanation, I really appreciate it. Are you on Facebook with the same user name? I have a Jasco Goods page on Facebook too. I normally use the water based poly and the foam brush works good for that with no bubbles but I can see how it can be bad in the oil based. Again, thank you for the advice.
Yes sir! Chris Jones is my personal profile. Both pages have pictures of my family on it. I just started my business page so I'm still in the learning phase of that. Could use a little help on that front. Lol. Thanks for doing what you do
That was a fun watch, thanks for the humor and including the mistakes instead of editing things to make it look perfect. Also, an old painter we used for many years to paint houses and finish our cabinets told me he only used water based poly for floors. In his words "it looks like a glazed donut". Ten years ago, I agreed with him. Now, the formulations are much, much better. I've had the chance to use both water and oil based poly over the last three decades, and the new water based stuff is pretty dam good. I still use oil for certain woods (Walnut, hickory, etc.) but with lighter and softer woods, the water stuff turns out great.
Thank you for the comment and the info! I really like using the water based poly. It is much easier than the oil in my opinion and it cleans up easily. I just hear some people say not to use it over oil based stains so I always worry about the longevity of the finish. But so far I haven't noticed anything in any of the older stuff I have stained as long as I give the stain enough time to dry.
I usually grind the back of my scroll blades and make them thinner, to scroll around tight areas easier. Idk if that's something I should do, but it works for me!
I have the wen sander you were showing and I love mine. It is powerful and has not let me down. I have had mine for over a year and sanded a lot of stuff with it.
Thank you so much for showing your mistakes! As a rookie I make these mistakes all the time, and it's encouraging to know that even the pros make mistakes so I'm not worthless as a woodworker. Thanks again, and keep up the wood work! (see what I did there? 😁)
Very clever you are!! 😂😂😂 I am touched by this comment because you called me a pro!!! I am actually an amateur diyer at best but I really appreciate the complement!! But you are right even the pros make mistakes, if you stop making mistakes then you stopped pushing yourself to try new things! thank you for the comment.
@@jascogoods It's ok. "No-set" or "fine-set" teeth leave a very fine finish but can get dull quickly when cutting through thick stock. In addition, "coarse-set" teeth will cut quicker but leave a rougher finish. Bottom line; it's an ok choice for that cut but there's probably a better one in your shop right now.
Very good video and you always make me laugh. I think you are a naturally good entertainer. Good to see you include mistakes, makes us mortals feel like there is hope for us yet. Thanks for making these videos, always starts the day off well.
I have that Wen oscillating sander. It’s fantastic, and the dust collection on it actually works very well. As far as I can tell, it’s just as good as the Rigid for less money.
I was looking for some black Friday sales on one of the sanders and i didn't see any brand having a sale. Now I gotta wait till the next big tool sale. 😂 Thanks for the input.
The Wen sander is very good and won't break the bank. I've had mine for about a year and its never let me down. Cleaning build up on the belts using one of those gummy sticks - can't remember what they are called - when necessary gives a good belt life. Really like your first project. Simple but very stylish.
Thank you, I appreciate the advice and the comment. I have those gummy sticks 😂 for my sander so I know what you are talking about. Just discovered them a few years ago and they are great.
Here cause u were in my recommended and I'm trying to learn about some woodworking. Subscribed cause ur a goof like me and not afraid to show ur screw-ups. Thank you sir!
I've seen other videos where bubbles were a issue and the solution they used was applying heat to the surface of what they were working with. The tool they mostly accomplished this task was using a simple hair dryer. I think the hot air pops all the bubbles. Hope this suggestion helps. A fellow cyber friend, Me southern AZ.
I have a heat gun maybe i will give it a try. I know they do it with epoxy so maybe it will help. Thanks for the advice i appreciate it. We are practically neighbors since you are in Arizona! 😂
Love mixing different stains. When the quart cans get down to the last inch or so, I pour it into a gallon can. That can probably has, at least, 10 different colors in it now. The final color kind of looks like a medium walnut.
This was a fun video, thanks, I needed to chill a bit. The bending saw blade just means you’re pushing too hard. Let the blade do the cutting, don’t rush it. And you’re right that skinny blades mean more precision.
This is the first video of yours that I have seen. I had to subscribe right away. I had to watch it a few times because I was laughing too much and there’s great info. Thank you.
Dude I just found your videos, but I gotta say, this is a channel I could’ve and should’ve been watching for years. It’s so good 😅. The comic relief is perfect. Keep it up my guy. You’re doing great. And your tips and work are on point. Love em.
I agree with others, great humor. Fun video. One piece of advice for you if you don't mind me saying it. When you do the Dado with the router only use one straight edge. Cut across and move a little and cut again. You can get an exact width dado easily by moving 1/8th" or less even. I've done this using only a speed square with a small clamp. Same with the bevel groove, use a piece of tape on the router and the board to measure the length of the cut. painters tape is great. One line on the router and two, the distance you want, on the board. You can lift the painters tape off the board and move it down to the next cut. I think on my router the distance from the flat edge to center of the bit is 2". That Ryobi might be less, which would be easier on smaller projects.
If you were to take the needle nose, pliers, and hold that pin nail in the middle, you can get much better results. It works very well. Keep up the good work. Stay blessed and stay safe. ❤️🙏🏻📖🙏🏻❤️!!!
I think on that combo sander, you can take the table off the disk and attach it to the belt for a larger working surface when you're using the belt. I could be wrong, because mine was a different brand, but I think they're all about the same. I really like that first project. It would be really nice made out of an edge grain glue up.
I have always wanted to use dyes but just haven't made the leap. I will definitely check them out. Where do you get them? thanks for the comment and the sub.
Love my Rigid oscillating belt and spindle sander. It's a workhorse and, based on the reviews I read, I've read well worth the extra few bucks over the wen.
That is really good to know! plus i think they have a great warranty on the ridged tools! I was hoping to get one for black Friday but sadly they weren't on sale!
Thank you, I really appreciate your comment. I watch a lot of woodworking videos and I always think "how are these guys not messing up like me". So I wanted to make sure I show the mistakes for other beginners to see that mistakes are a part of woodworking especially when you are just learning.
Good job like the pin stripes. Good idea to drill a shallow socket with forstener bit under wall fasteners - helps to allow shelves etc to lay flatter against wall. Dave 🇦🇺
I’ve done that needle nose trick many times. With pine you can usually press the nail right into the wood to get it started and then finish it with the hammer.
Just found your channel and I love it. I haven’t laughed out loud at very many woodworking videos. Much more realistic than the typical, now I’m going to use the CNC crap. Very relatable. I’ve subscribed and look forward to many more entertaining videos. I rarely comment but enjoyed this one immensely so figured I’d let you know. Thanks!
@ just want to say thanks for giving me the confidence to start my own woodworking side hustle, been making things for the home for years and have a ton of tools but was always nervous to sell my stuff, thanks to you I have the confidence to do it. Thanks again, keep up the great work and please know that you make a difference.
For oil based poly, I thin it (even though the can says don't) with mineral spirits (I think a 50/50 mix of mineral spirits to poly) in a squirt top bottle and turn it into a wipe on. You have to do a lot more coats, BUT it goes on much easier with fewer bubbles, and it dries a lot quicker so dust/particles aren't as big of an issue!
Awesome projects once again!!! And thanks for the trip down memory lane with blue light specials & Benny Hill...LOL , they don't make shows like that anymore, anyone who doesn't know who he is needs to look it up.
thank you I appreciate it. back in the 80s when I was a kid I used to stay up late at night and watch benny hill. He always had hot girls on the show! 😂😂😂
Good video! For oil based poly: I have that same poly and once I have enough product on the wood I slowly make one pass with the foam brush the entire length of the piece. So never back and forth strokes. Good luck man
Go for the bench top sander. One of my best buys and most used machines. Pick a sandpaper for both metal and wood. Norton for instance. Bosch and Makita sell sanding belts and many others too.. Mine is exactly like the WEN. Just a different nameplate. The dust extraction works perfectly with just a cheap shop vac. Kind regards Anders Sweden
Maybe Over 35 years as a carpenter and designing woodworker - doing stuff I get paid for- and I’ve never owned a dado set. I did build a pretty robust router table that does the same thing and way more. A good dado set is probably half to two-thirds of buying a decent 2-3HP router. And a dedicated mounted router is a total game changer. A back-to-back clamp and my ~1989-ish D-handle makita router and you’ll forget you ever wanted a dado set
I agree! I have the same Wen 6524 sander and it's worth every penny. It's slightly smaller than the Ridgid version (old one not the new piece of crap Ridgid sells) but it's $100 less on the price. Also worth mentioning are the Wen 6502T belt and disc sander...and the Wen AT1305 thin belt end disc sander. Both of which are only about $100 each. So basically for $400 you can have all 3 sanders.
Thank you guys for all the input. I appreciate it. I have a couple of tools I'm looking at for black Friday but I am not sure what one to get yet. I am waiting to see what has the best price.
I just bought the WEN bench top sander because I have all these great ideas!! Yep! It looks great in the box! 😂 seriously, I need to get it out and do something with it!! You inspired me!! 🎉
😂😂😂 I actually have a few tools still in the box myself!! I got a little router table that I couldn't wait to get and now its still in the box a month later!! 😂 I'm glad its not just me! Thanks for the comment.
I got the harbor freight oscillating belt and spindle sander. Mine was only about $150 on sale when I got it. Reg about $200. I had to shim the table to make it flat when it was upright. It does the job, but it is almost as much as the wen now. I have a wen band saw and it does a good job. If I were to buy an oscillating sander today, I would go with the wen at about $220. It is nice for sanding edges of things and when you need to sand the inside edges of something. You just popped up on my feed. Great video! 👍
Thank you brother, that advice was really helpful. I was contemplating between the Harbor Freight one because people have suggested it and it is a bit cheaper. I was going to see if the Wen one was a little cheaper for black Friday.
Great projects. I don’t know if you ever use paint pens but I think that the wall sconce might look good with a colored strip/groove. Maybe red or gold. I love your banter and you remind me of a local tv guy of my youth in The Chicago area. Ray Rayner was his name and he used to make kid’s crafts on his show. He would start with a very polished looking finished project as an example and then he would make the same thing for his show. His stuff that he made always looked like a 3 year old made it. It took me many years to realized that he made his project look like crap so anyone would be proud of how their project looked. I get the same vibe from you, only your finished projects all look awesome when you are done. Thanks for sharing and those led light strips look like a great start for a lot of projects.
I have used some paint pens and that is a great idea. I was thinking of adding a thin inlay of a different colored wood too but the paint pens would probably be easier. I will look and see if I can find some videos of Ray Rayner on line. Sounds like a show I would have watched. At first I was thinking you were trying to let me know in a nice way that my projects looked like a 3 year old made them. 😂😂😂 Thank you for the comment and the encouragement, its appreciated.
Regarding the pinstripe in the candle holder, I'm not a fan of such a contrast of the white lines in the blackish stain. Just a thought to consider, try staining the stripes a light brown (maybe your Provincial stain) with a Q-tip (unused-lol) so the stripes aren't so obvious though there's still texture and interest. I like your relaxed approach, thanks for these videos.
The used Q-tips are only for glue! 😂😂😂 That is a good idea on the provincial or even a colored stain. Thank you for the input and the encouragement, I appreciate it.
Hobby Lobby sells the same picture hanger shown in project #2 with built in perpendicular teeth you nail into the frame. Works like a charm & out takes necessary!
When I was a kid my mom used to work at Kmart. She used to let me flip the switch when it was time to turn the blue light special on. We also have the board game Blue light special that they used to give out to the employees for Christmas
in the 90s, I got 86ed from the Kmart by my house for getting on the intercom and announcing a blue light special on adult toys. 😂 I didn't know they had a board game! I am going to look it up and see what it is. Thank you for sharing!
I think you should have carried the pin stripe groove across the front and under the shelf of the wall sconce. But it looked good overall. Fun video, love your sense of humor.
No problem, thank you for the comment!! I have been really looking forward to the lower heat so I can spend more time in the shop with out sweating all over my work! 😂
Stripes look good, really sets the black off.
Thank you, i appreciate the input!
Love your sense of humor 🤪😜
Thank you, I appreciate the love and the comment!
The contrast between the flat stock and the accent groove really adds to the aesthetics of the piece. Great job.!
Thank you, i appreciate the comment!
I absolutely love that you show the mess ups and all the honesty in your build. It makes me feel better and realize that it's ok to make mistakes in my learning.
Thank you, I appreciate the encouragement. I felt the same way watching other woodworkers that never make mistakes in their videos.
I've been woodworking a long time and I like watching woodworking videos. Some of them are pretty pretentious and seem as if they just want to show off their power tools. Your videos are honest, fun, and actually informative. Thanks!
Thank you for the kind words, I'm glad you enjoyed the video and appreciate the support!
1st, I love that you show your mess ups. We all do it and it's nice to see that we're not all perfect and your sense of humor is on point. These are great ideas for simple projects. I love to build stuff but I'm always afraid to sell. I don't know what to charge and never think my stuff is good enough. I love the light idea and if it has a USB power option I would drill a small hole and run the wire down the inside of the wall to a plug below. Thanks for sharing!!
I used to think the same thing until i started looking around etsy and seeing what some people were charging for stuff I could make. i think people like the hand made look as apposed to a factory looking piece. You should give it a shot. Etsy is free and its only 20 cents to list a product.
I'm 75 y. o. retired muscian ..... so I guess I'll subscribe. Video was very enjoyable like learning a new 3 chord song ..... thanks. (sorry, meds just kicked in)
😂 Hopefully you don't unsubscribe when the meds wear off! 😂😂 Thanks for the comment and the laugh!
Over the years, I've developed a keen eye for measurement. Sometimes, I can confidently estimate without needing squares or tape measures. I have immense respect for individuals who possess this skill 💪🏼
I get it sometimes and other times I am way off! 😂 But i too respect the skill.
This is the 1st video of yours I've seen and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Very real. No crazy ass expensive equipment, funny, creative, good explanation, getting results. I totally dig it.
Me too. Totally agree. Good wood working content, bonus humor. Subscribed for more of the same. TYVM ❤
Thank you, I appreciate the encouraging comment!! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I
Thank you! 🙏
Dude, once again you never fail to deliver. I just got over Covid and my sides are sore from coughing, and now they are sore again from laughing, thank you. Really looking forward to that knitting channel because I know nothing about knitting. Good projects, well explained. Mostly though your humor is what keeps me coming back. As always, thank you.
Thank you brother, I really appreciate your encouraging comments. You are a real one as the kids say! 😂 Ill probably be better at knitting than the woodworking! 😂
Your Harlarious, laughter is a good healer. Thank u
Fantastic video! These 3 woodworking projects are not only simple to make but also perfect for anyone looking to turn their hobby into profit. Great tips and clear instructions-can't wait to try them out! Hovorka Easy Peasy Method ebook was incredibly helpful to me when I was just starting out!
Thank you, i will have to check that book out.
I like what you do. We are not all professionals. So, show it like you make it!! Will try making the light. Looking good.
I agree, thank you for the comment.
I'm 74 year old, woodworking has been my hobby and passion for most of my life. I always find it interesting that no matter how old I get, I can always learn new things on this channel. Thanks for doing what you do, I found your video quite enjoyable. Oh BTW when cutting keyhole slots, if you first cut a straight slot the size of the smaller keyhole dia. then do the keyhole, you'll find the keyhole bit doesn't labor so much and will last much longer. Also when using oil based finishes there are a couple easy fixes for the air bubbles, one thin the varnish, two, using a lght touch tip off the varnish as you go. I personally haven't had that problem but you could also try to release the air bubbles with a heat gun. Not sure if it works on varnish but it works great on epoxy finishes. Have fun and best of luck!!
Thank you brother, I really appreciate all the wisdom and advice you shared. I am humbled that you can learn anything from me. It was probably a what not to do! 😂😂 It is comforting to know you are still at it after all these years. I hope to be still at it too.
For staining I use lint free shop rags to rub in the stain. For clear coat I use cheap dollar store sponges that I usually cut with a pair of cheap kitchen scissors that fits the width of the wood that I’m staining. Then I just dispose of them when they dry up. No need for expensive toxic solvents to clean them.
That's a great idea! I'll have to try using sponges for clear coat. Thank you for sharing i appreciate it.
Opening your garage and the kids had me rolling,, and the fact ive never laughed watching a project video b4 so now you gained a new subscriber... thanks Nevada... Texas out...
😂😂😂 I am glad I made you laugh! I like to keep it light and fun. glad to have you aboard for the ride!! thank you for the sub and the comment!
I would love to see you build a workbench. I'm sure it would be entertaining...I look forward to all your videos. I like the pinstripe, it's different.
Thank you, I really appreciate the encouraging comment. I will probably do a workbench build when I figure out a way to make the dog holes and space them right. in other words It may be a while 😂😂
The decorative pool noodle is a nice touch. Great video, thank you for posting.
Thank you! I appreciate you watching and the comment!
Great video man and it's nice to see a little humor.
You asked for your suggestions on using polyurethane. I had an old man tell me once "It's not paint, so quit trying to put it on like it is." You apply polyurethane. Get a good natural hair brush and soak it in mineral spirits right before you use it. Let it sit in the thinner while you're getting your poly ready. Once you're ready bring it out so it's not dripping. Dip it in your polyurethane and start in the middle of your project and with the brush LAYING in your hand, at about a 25° angle, applying no pressure, drag it to the edge. The first coat of oil poly can be cut in about half.
Basically the brush just carries the poly from the can to your surface. You don't brush it in like paint there's no need. Just work in one direction, from the center out, not back and forth. After you get it applied, leave it alone. Do everything else as you normally would, sanding between coats, etc.
I hope this helps you. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate. Great video!
P. S. If you want a better finish get rid of them foam brushes! You can find me on Facebook and send me a PM if you have more questions.
Again, great video. Love the wall sconces.
Thank you for the detailed explanation, I really appreciate it. Are you on Facebook with the same user name? I have a Jasco Goods page on Facebook too. I normally use the water based poly and the foam brush works good for that with no bubbles but I can see how it can be bad in the oil based. Again, thank you for the advice.
Yes sir! Chris Jones is my personal profile. Both pages have pictures of my family on it. I just started my business page so I'm still in the learning phase of that. Could use a little help on that front. Lol. Thanks for doing what you do
I love that you show us your mess ups as you create such beautiful projects. This is my first visit to your channel , I really enjoyed it, thank you.
I appreciate you checking out the channel, thanks for the kind words!
Yes make a workbench! Very funny but great information!
I will definitely make a workbench really soon. thank you for the comment.
That was a fun watch, thanks for the humor and including the mistakes instead of editing things to make it look perfect.
Also, an old painter we used for many years to paint houses and finish our cabinets told me he only used water based poly for floors. In his words "it looks like a glazed donut". Ten years ago, I agreed with him. Now, the formulations are much, much better. I've had the chance to use both water and oil based poly over the last three decades, and the new water based stuff is pretty dam good. I still use oil for certain woods (Walnut, hickory, etc.) but with lighter and softer woods, the water stuff turns out great.
Thank you for the comment and the info! I really like using the water based poly. It is much easier than the oil in my opinion and it cleans up easily. I just hear some people say not to use it over oil based stains so I always worry about the longevity of the finish. But so far I haven't noticed anything in any of the older stuff I have stained as long as I give the stain enough time to dry.
I have a when oscillating sander and so far I love it. I’ve had it for about 3 years and haven’t had a problem with it.
That is great to hear!! I have had a few tools from that brand and have been pleased. Thanks for the info.
You are a very sympathetic guy and your videos are a very nice source of inspiration for me! Thank you for that and greetings from Cologne
Thank you I appreciate your very kind and encouraging comment. Welcome to my channel.
I usually grind the back of my scroll blades and make them thinner, to scroll around tight areas easier. Idk if that's something I should do, but it works for me!
That is interesting, i think I would just bend them. 😂 but ill give it a try.
I have the wen sander you were showing and I love mine. It is powerful and has not let me down. I have had mine for over a year and sanded a lot of stuff with it.
Thank you for the input, i appreciate it. i was hoping one of them would be on a black Friday sale but no luck.
@@jascogoods yw
Thank you so much for showing your mistakes! As a rookie I make these mistakes all the time, and it's encouraging to know that even the pros make mistakes so I'm not worthless as a woodworker.
Thanks again, and keep up the wood work! (see what I did there? 😁)
Very clever you are!! 😂😂😂 I am touched by this comment because you called me a pro!!! I am actually an amateur diyer at best but I really appreciate the complement!! But you are right even the pros make mistakes, if you stop making mistakes then you stopped pushing yourself to try new things! thank you for the comment.
The pinstripe gave it a classy look. I'm positive your video is the first one I have seen present it.
I love the light bar idea ❤
thank you, I try to do things a little different but its hard because there ore so many great DIY videos on UA-cam. Thanks for your comment.
Rigid sander works great! Had mine for about 5 years still works great. If you don't have a dust collector you need a shop vac.
Thank you for the input. i was hoping to get one on a black Friday sale this year but they weren't on sale!
2:40 - Would it be easier to put the belt horizontal and use that "table" as your vertical reference?
9:27 - this is a Japanese flush cut saw (no "set" to the teeth) called a kugihiki. Usually used to flush trim dowels.
So was it a bad choice for what I was cutting? It actually worked good if it wasn't. Thank you for the advice.
Ill have to try that next time. thank you I appreciate the advice.
@@jascogoods It's ok. "No-set" or "fine-set" teeth leave a very fine finish but can get dull quickly when cutting through thick stock. In addition, "coarse-set" teeth will cut quicker but leave a rougher finish. Bottom line; it's an ok choice for that cut but there's probably a better one in your shop right now.
Very good video and you always make me laugh. I think you are a naturally good entertainer. Good to see you include mistakes, makes us mortals feel like there is hope for us yet. Thanks for making these videos, always starts the day off well.
Glad you like them! I really appreciate your uplifting comments they are great, thank you!
👏 Standing ovation for the comedy and the projects, you are the only knitting channel I would follow😂😂 cause that would be hilarious
Thank you, I really appreciate the encouragement and positivity! I would probably be better at knitting!! 😂😂
I have that Wen oscillating sander. It’s fantastic, and the dust collection on it actually works very well. As far as I can tell, it’s just as good as the Rigid for less money.
I was looking for some black Friday sales on one of the sanders and i didn't see any brand having a sale. Now I gotta wait till the next big tool sale. 😂 Thanks for the input.
Never seen this channel. Bro you are hilarious !
😂 Thank you, i appreciate the encouragement.
I went ahead and subscribed because I have to say, watching you build stuff makes me feel really good about my own work. Thanks a lot!
😂😂😂 Thank you!
The Wen sander is very good and won't break the bank. I've had mine for about a year and its never let me down. Cleaning build up on the belts using one of those gummy sticks - can't remember what they are called - when necessary gives a good belt life. Really like your first project. Simple but very stylish.
Thank you, I appreciate the advice and the comment. I have those gummy sticks 😂 for my sander so I know what you are talking about. Just discovered them a few years ago and they are great.
Here cause u were in my recommended and I'm trying to learn about some woodworking. Subscribed cause ur a goof like me and not afraid to show ur screw-ups. Thank you sir!
Thank you, I appreciate the sub and the comment!
I've seen other videos where bubbles were a issue and the solution they used was applying heat to the surface of what they were
working with. The tool they mostly accomplished this task was using a simple hair dryer. I think the hot air pops all the bubbles.
Hope this suggestion helps. A fellow cyber friend, Me southern AZ.
I have a heat gun maybe i will give it a try. I know they do it with epoxy so maybe it will help. Thanks for the advice i appreciate it. We are practically neighbors since you are in Arizona! 😂
Love mixing different stains. When the quart cans get down to the last inch or so, I pour it into a gallon can. That can probably has, at least, 10 different colors in it now. The final color kind of looks like a medium walnut.
Interesting, I have never tried that. Thanks for the idea and the comment.
This was a fun video, thanks, I needed to chill a bit. The bending saw blade just means you’re pushing too hard. Let the blade do the cutting, don’t rush it. And you’re right that skinny blades mean more precision.
Thank you, I appreciate the feedback and tips!
Liking the striped look for the sconce.
Thank you! I appreciate the comment!
This is the first video of yours that I have seen. I had to subscribe right away. I had to watch it a few times because I was laughing too much and there’s great info. Thank you.
Thank you brother, I appreciate the comment and the encouragement.
Dude I just found your videos, but I gotta say, this is a channel I could’ve and should’ve been watching for years. It’s so good 😅. The comic relief is perfect. Keep it up my guy. You’re doing great. And your tips and work are on point. Love em.
Thank you, I really appreciate the encouraging comment.
Oh my goodness. I have never had so much fun watching a woodworking video. You are brilliant. Thank you ❤
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your encouraging comment!
You hit the nail on the head so much stress in the world nice to take things in your stride and enjoy it !!!
exactly, everyone is too stressed now a days. Thanks for the comment!
I love my Grizzly oscillating spindle sander. Total game changer for finishing my charcuterie boards.
Ill have to check them out. I haven't owned anything from Grizzly because the seem out of my budget range. Thanks for the suggestion.
I agree with others, great humor. Fun video. One piece of advice for you if you don't mind me saying it.
When you do the Dado with the router only use one straight edge. Cut across and move a little and cut again. You can get an exact width dado easily by moving 1/8th" or less even. I've done this using only a speed square with a small clamp. Same with the bevel groove, use a piece of tape on the router and the board to measure the length of the cut. painters tape is great. One line on the router and two, the distance you want, on the board. You can lift the painters tape off the board and move it down to the next cut. I think on my router the distance from the flat edge to center of the bit is 2". That Ryobi might be less, which would be easier on smaller projects.
Thank you for the encouragement and especially the detailed advice, its really appreciated.
I have that Wen sander. Love it. I also have a Wen drill press and planer. I love their stuff. Great quality at reasonable prices.
Thank you for the input. I have a few wen things and i have to agree they are great for the price.
If you were to take the needle nose, pliers, and hold that pin nail in the middle, you can get much better results. It works very well. Keep up the good work. Stay blessed and stay safe.
❤️🙏🏻📖🙏🏻❤️!!!
Thank you, i appreciate the tip and the blessing!
Recently got into woodworking, glad i came across your channel today. Great stuff and appreciate the humor lol
Thank you brother, i am glad you found me too. i appreciate the comment.
I think on that combo sander, you can take the table off the disk and attach it to the belt for a larger working surface when you're using the belt.
I could be wrong, because mine was a different brand, but I think they're all about the same.
I really like that first project. It would be really nice made out of an edge grain glue up.
that would be awesome if I could do that. I'm gonna look it up. Thanks for the heads up!
Being from SYP country, using a dye rather than stain will give you a more professional look. Subscribed because I like how you make woodworking fun.
I have always wanted to use dyes but just haven't made the leap. I will definitely check them out. Where do you get them? thanks for the comment and the sub.
You stained in the grove!! I didn't see it until you pointed it out. Thanks. Now, I cant unsee it!
😂😂😂 Sorry!!
Staining and then leaving a contrast by cutting grooves or edge routing etc can create some great looks.
I always have good ideas after its too late to do them. 😂😂😂 I want to do this again but the right way. Thanks for the comment.
I was scrolling through yesterday day and found your page and amazing projects.
But your sense of humor kept me watching…..and in tears. 😂
Thank you, I appreciate the comment.
I have that exact Wen sander & I really like it. Haven't had any problems with it. I'd definitely buy it again.
Thank you I appreciate the info!
Love my Rigid oscillating belt and spindle sander. It's a workhorse and, based on the reviews I read, I've read well worth the extra few bucks over the wen.
That is really good to know! plus i think they have a great warranty on the ridged tools! I was hoping to get one for black Friday but sadly they weren't on sale!
like the humor the projects and the fact you don't mind showing the mistakes
Thank you, I really appreciate your comment. I watch a lot of woodworking videos and I always think "how are these guys not messing up like me". So I wanted to make sure I show the mistakes for other beginners to see that mistakes are a part of woodworking especially when you are just learning.
Good job like the pin stripes. Good idea to drill a shallow socket with forstener bit under wall fasteners - helps to allow shelves etc to lay flatter against wall. Dave 🇦🇺
Thank you for the advice, I appreciate it.
I’ve done that needle nose trick many times. With pine you can usually press the nail right into the wood to get it started and then finish it with the hammer.
Oh that's a good idea, Ill have to try that next time. Thanks for the advice.
Just found your channel and I love it. I haven’t laughed out loud at very many woodworking videos. Much more realistic than the typical, now I’m going to use the CNC crap. Very relatable. I’ve subscribed and look forward to many more entertaining videos. I rarely comment but enjoyed this one immensely so figured I’d let you know. Thanks!
Thank you, I really appreciate all the encouragement. I am glad you found my channel and enjoyed the videos. I want to get a CNC one day.
I like the pin stripes in the sconces. They would also look great solid so that’s a win/win if you offered both options. 👍🏼 👌🏼
Thank you i appreciate that.
Ain’t nothing better than throwing on some 2 live crew under candlelight haha. Keep up the great work.
It screams romance!! 😂😂😂
@ just want to say thanks for giving me the confidence to start my own woodworking side hustle, been making things for the home for years and have a ton of tools but was always nervous to sell my stuff, thanks to you I have the confidence to do it. Thanks again, keep up the great work and please know that you make a difference.
@apelayo87 been wanting to do the same thing. Been questioning it though. So many ideas so much material so little time
Could you do these types of videos more often and include the build cost and the selling cost? Great video as always! Thank you
Sure, no problem, thank you
For oil based poly, I thin it (even though the can says don't) with mineral spirits (I think a 50/50 mix of mineral spirits to poly) in a squirt top bottle and turn it into a wipe on. You have to do a lot more coats, BUT it goes on much easier with fewer bubbles, and it dries a lot quicker so dust/particles aren't as big of an issue!
Thank you for the advice, I will definitely try that. I never tried because it does say that on the can.
😂 I'm an older-than-dirt female, frst time watcher. I couldnt help but chuckle at your banter. You could be a stand-up comedian. Q-tips ! ? ! LOL
You are not older than dirt!! 😂😂😂 only God was here before the dirt! lol Thank you so much for the comment and the laugh!
The 'Depend' ad popping up in the lower left at [6:20] was the best ad placement I've seen this year!
😂😂😂 I think you are the first to notice it!!
Awesome projects once again!!! And thanks for the trip down memory lane with blue light specials & Benny Hill...LOL , they don't make shows like that anymore, anyone who doesn't know who he is needs to look it up.
thank you I appreciate it. back in the 80s when I was a kid I used to stay up late at night and watch benny hill. He always had hot girls on the show! 😂😂😂
This video is great. Gives me This old Tony vibes
Thank you. What is this old Tony ?😂
I like the stripes in it gives it the illusion of 3 boards
Good video! For oil based poly: I have that same poly and once I have enough product on the wood I slowly make one pass with the foam brush the entire length of the piece. So never back and forth strokes. Good luck man
Thanks for the advice brother, I really appreciate it.
All great projects, I really like the small projects during stressful times too! They’re fun and relaxing. Really love that light! Nice job!
Thank you, I really appreciate the comment. Woodworking is really good for relieving stress in my opinion anyways.
Go for the bench top sander. One of my best buys and most used machines. Pick a sandpaper for both metal and wood. Norton for instance. Bosch and Makita sell sanding belts and many others too..
Mine is exactly like the WEN. Just a different nameplate. The dust extraction works perfectly with just a cheap shop vac.
Kind regards
Anders
Sweden
Thank you Anders, I really appreciate the detailed advice. I will probably get one during black Friday.
Get yourself a dado stack for your table saw. So much easier than jigs for all the different joints you might have to cut.
Maybe
Over 35 years as a carpenter and designing woodworker - doing stuff I get paid for- and I’ve never owned a dado set.
I did build a pretty robust router table that does the same thing and way more.
A good dado set is probably half to two-thirds of buying a decent 2-3HP router. And a dedicated mounted router is a total game changer.
A back-to-back clamp and my ~1989-ish D-handle makita router and you’ll forget you ever wanted a dado set
Thank you for the input! I don't have a miter slot so its hard to do cross cuts on my table saw.
I bought one of the bosch router tables from Lowes. Do you think that will do the trick? Thanks for the advice and input.
I love that light bar, looks great. It's now on my to do list.
Thank you I appreciate that.
You could even cut those notches out then round the top and corners, great idea on your part because home decor sells
that's a great idea, thanks for the tip and the comment.
I've heard a lot of good with the WEN sander. I have the WEN planer and joiner and they have lasted me 7 years so far.
I have that same sander too! You know it's made by Bosch?
I didn't know that but thanks for the info.
I have a few things from wen and I think they make a good product for the price. Thanks for the comment.
I just got that WEN sander and it works great. I have the ridgid before this WEN and the dust collection on the WEN is way better.
Thank you, I appreciate the advice, it is really appreciated.
You are very entertaining! Thank you for lightening the mood of life, have a Merry Christmas and a better New Year.
Thank you so much, i really appreciate the encouraging comment. Merry Christmas to you and yours too!
I have that Wen sander and I absolutely love it!
I agree! I have the same Wen 6524 sander and it's worth every penny.
It's slightly smaller than the Ridgid version (old one not the new piece of crap Ridgid sells) but it's $100 less on the price.
Also worth mentioning are the Wen 6502T belt and disc sander...and the Wen AT1305 thin belt end disc sander.
Both of which are only about $100 each. So basically for $400 you can have all 3 sanders.
Ditto! Great versatile sander!
Thank you guys for all the input. I appreciate it. I have a couple of tools I'm looking at for black Friday but I am not sure what one to get yet. I am waiting to see what has the best price.
I just bought the WEN bench top sander because I have all these great ideas!! Yep! It looks great in the box! 😂 seriously, I need to get it out and do something with it!! You inspired me!! 🎉
😂😂😂 I actually have a few tools still in the box myself!! I got a little router table that I couldn't wait to get and now its still in the box a month later!! 😂 I'm glad its not just me! Thanks for the comment.
Stripes look good. Thanks for making these videos!
no problem, thank you for the comment.
Highly entertaining and informative! Priceless!
Thank you, I appreciate that.
I've had the Wen spindle sander, as well as their thickness planer, for a couple of years now and haven't had an issue.
Thank you for the info brother, I appreciate it. I think Wen makes some good tools for the price.
Your pumpkin pedestal Came out good.
Thank you!
Knots can be an attractive feature - love em as long as they stay in. Dave 🇦🇺
I like the knots too depending on the project. thank you for the comment from down under!!
I have the Wen sander and have no complaints.
Thank you, I appreciate the info!
I got the harbor freight oscillating belt and spindle sander. Mine was only about $150 on sale when I got it. Reg about $200. I had to shim the table to make it flat when it was upright. It does the job, but it is almost as much as the wen now. I have a wen band saw and it does a good job. If I were to buy an oscillating sander today, I would go with the wen at about $220. It is nice for sanding edges of things and when you need to sand the inside edges of something.
You just popped up on my feed. Great video! 👍
Thank you brother, that advice was really helpful. I was contemplating between the Harbor Freight one because people have suggested it and it is a bit cheaper. I was going to see if the Wen one was a little cheaper for black Friday.
I have that WEN sander and I love the thing. Works great and really inexpensive
Thank you for the info, I appreciate it.
Great projects. I don’t know if you ever use paint pens but I think that the wall sconce might look good with a colored strip/groove. Maybe red or gold. I love your banter and you remind me of a local tv guy of my youth in The Chicago area. Ray Rayner was his name and he used to make kid’s crafts on his show. He would start with a very polished looking finished project as an example and then he would make the same thing for his show. His stuff that he made always looked like a 3 year old made it. It took me many years to realized that he made his project look like crap so anyone would be proud of how their project looked. I get the same vibe from you, only your finished projects all look awesome when you are done. Thanks for sharing and those led light strips look like a great start for a lot of projects.
I have used some paint pens and that is a great idea. I was thinking of adding a thin inlay of a different colored wood too but the paint pens would probably be easier. I will look and see if I can find some videos of Ray Rayner on line. Sounds like a show I would have watched. At first I was thinking you were trying to let me know in a nice way that my projects looked like a 3 year old made them. 😂😂😂 Thank you for the comment and the encouragement, its appreciated.
Regarding the pinstripe in the candle holder, I'm not a fan of such a contrast of the white lines in the blackish stain. Just a thought to consider, try staining the stripes a light brown (maybe your Provincial stain) with a Q-tip (unused-lol) so the stripes aren't so obvious though there's still texture and interest. I like your relaxed approach, thanks for these videos.
The used Q-tips are only for glue! 😂😂😂 That is a good idea on the provincial or even a colored stain. Thank you for the input and the encouragement, I appreciate it.
Hobby Lobby sells the same picture hanger shown in project #2 with built in perpendicular teeth you nail into the frame. Works like a charm & out takes necessary!
Thank you, thats good to know, I appreciate the info.
When I was a kid my mom used to work at Kmart. She used to let me flip the switch when it was time to turn the blue light special on. We also have the board game Blue light special that they used to give out to the employees for Christmas
in the 90s, I got 86ed from the Kmart by my house for getting on the intercom and announcing a blue light special on adult toys. 😂 I didn't know they had a board game! I am going to look it up and see what it is. Thank you for sharing!
I'm always looking for a good workbench. All ideas look great.
Thank you, I am gonna make one real soon.
I like the sconce with the stripes. I do agree u are very fun to watch.
You should’ve set the sconce face side down to make it easier for placement of the hanger.
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Thank you, I really appreciate the encouraging comment.
I think you should have carried the pin stripe groove across the front and under the shelf of the wall sconce. But it looked good overall. Fun video, love your sense of humor.
Thank you, i appreciate that!! I thought about that when i was editing the video.
I think the pin stripes go good with the darker stain.
Thank you, I appreciate your comment.
OMG! Awesome sense of humor, had me laughing. Keep it up.
Thanks brother, I appreciate the encouraging comment.
Thanks for the fun. Vegas heat is gone for the year. Time to get to building. Go knights Go!
No problem, thank you for the comment!! I have been really looking forward to the lower heat so I can spend more time in the shop with out sweating all over my work! 😂
I like the pin stripe look! and love the humor haha
Thank you, I appreciate the comment.