Matt, Don't underestimate the value of your older projects. They really show your improvement has a wood worker and presenter. However, most importantly they are motivating for beginners. Keep up the excellent work! I look forward to your videos. Thanks!
Hello Matt: The young Matt table was great. I also appreciate you took the time to respond to all or nearly all of the comments. I think I am 304. That takes a lot of time away from the shop but readers really really appreciate it, especially when they have a technical questions. Thanks again. Clark's Woodshoppe in Mount Vernon, WA
I can not tell you how happy that made me see this video. When the years pass is very good look at what you've accomplished with your effort. In addition, this type of retrospective, always comes at certain stages of life, if you are tuned to occur. Not necessarily when you're respected and recognized by all, in silence, then we estimate much. We may not be your personal friends, but we are closer to you than you suppose. And it is obvious that the news of a second child moves other gears in the human mind and heart. Imagine when they will be adults, and see you as you were and how you evolved. A wonderful video, my affection. :)
I love the fact that you didn't let your limitations at the time, tools and skill set, stop you from building a nice piece! This seems to be my biggest hang up, I expect perfection right from the start. I found this video to be inspiring!!
That was a good exercise Matt. No need for that much criticism, back there you were able to make really good furniture. Thanks for share it. Im big fan of your full build videos. Regards!
I just started watching your videos a few weeks ago. I started with the first Shop Update and have completed from there to this point with a couple of detours to watch some builds (like your bandsaw mill). It has been a joy to see your younger self's skills and your continuous growth into an exemplary woodworker. I have built several projects through the years with limited tools and no training - so I started watching your channel and Essential Craftsman (a different set of skills) to learn. Thanks for sharing!
WOW! that has got to be crazy for you to go back and see yourself then. I am glad I was not videoing myself back then. thanks for putting this up. fantastic to watch.
The first time you used the card scraper in this video was one of the best shots I have seen for a card scraper. Most videos quickly show someone using it but rarely show the material as its being removed. Great video Matt.
It's amazing to see what 5 yrs does to your woodworking skills and tools. I look at the 1st project I made at 16 yrs old (a pair of glass door bookcases) with the tools and skills I had, and I look at the floating ambrosia maple slab coffee table I made in January this year (now 25 yrs old) and my skills/tools I have acquired now. It's absolutely amazing.
Matt, You talk about your skill level back when you made the table. I thought you were very skilled myself. I'm know you are better now, but you were good.. Thanks for sharing this video. Felix from Nebraska
it's always good to look back and reflect on what you've done I hope in five years I could do the same I got two more years to go that table is really amazing true Craftsman
I liked the trip in the "way back machine", you looked like a child. I especially liked the big white bandage on your thumb. Reminded me of the cartoons when I was a kids after someone smashed their thumb with a hammer. Thanks for sharing and always enjoyable!
I really enjoyed the "vintage Cremona"! I've watched all of your videos Matt and enjoyed your projects, and seeing what a fine craftsman you've evolved into......Keep making them! Thanks.
Hey Matt, that's the one thing I wished that I could . Is go back to when I started UA-cam and videos came to me late in my life . But even going back a few months I can see in myself a change for the better????? Lol !!!!!!! I don't know!!!!!! I love seeing your video Regards BobLee
Thank you very much , I asked you because I see the machines that you got excellent and good walnut with which contas , I'm I'm from Argentina and the machines that you got not exist; very good work you do and thanks for sharing .
+Matthew Cremona no problem. I have a question. If you had somewhat of a budget for planes, which brand and which ones would you buy? I tried getting old ones (to restore), but they are hard to find and sometimes they want up $100 for them. Thanks in advance.
its amazing how far you've come in just 5 years, so how much cringing did you do when you first watched this lol, i know when i see myself from the past it's scary...many thanks scott
I think the skill level and instructional value were great. Of course there were things you would do different, but it turned out to be very nice piece of furniture that I'm sure the now "wife" Lindsay enjoys having in her home!
I noticed the wood whisperer tee in the video..nice to see you supported marc from early on. enjoyed seeing less than perfect dovetails. give me encouragement to do more myself..thanks
Very neat to see a young you. I like on how you commented on your dovetails not being so tight. To me, hand cutting dove tails would just kill me. I just would not have the patience for it.........especially knowing how quickly and accurately they can be cut with today's machines and jigs. Even though they were a little off, I still commend young Matt on a great effort. Let him know 5 years ago please.........and tell him not to fret.......he will get much better in only a few years.
+Jared English there will be another one. It will have to be a collaboration between present Matt and younger Matt because I never finished or finished filming the project :)
That was so cool seeing you then and now and it's really great to see how much your skill levels have grown. Now I just hope my skill levels grow that quickly.
From student to Master in 5 years. Thank You Matt. Oh how's your bride to be after 5 years. :) Don"t answer I want to enjoy more video"s though the next 5 years :) :) :) You have a great skill and beutiful family. Greg
Haha, I just realized we are going on 3 years since I met you in NC, so you didn't look that much different than what I remembered you first looking like. :) Fun video Matt, Cheers!
That was awesome! The table turned out great and the walnut was flawless. I just started woodworking a little over a year and a half ago and in that short time I have learned a ton but still feel overwhelmed at the thought of some projects. Great video brother! Fun to watch.👍
+Matthew Cremona I agree, when you get something finished and you never thought you could do it kind of gives you a good feeling. Most things I've made have some flaws but I'm teaching myself and watching you and Mitchell Dillman and a few others. You guys make it look easy but some fantastic craftsmanship. One of these days!!
really enjoyed watching this Matt, thanks :) im curious tho, if the videos never turned out how you wanted what made you finally decide to make that 1st upload?
Thanks JP! I got to the point where I realized that they weren't going to get better if I didn't just go for it and practice and actually publishing them to the internet was a way to hold me accountable so I didn't stop.
Matthew Cremona well, i for one am certainly glad you decided to take that step, i love your work/video content and hang my flat Matt sticker proudly in my shop ;) haha
It wasn't a bad video however I can definitely see your growth over the years. Comfortability level is definitely different. Always love your videos new or old.
That was really very good, and is a great demonstration of what can be achieved in five short years. Like, seriously, you've built so much since then it's kinda scary!
I like this video. Even then, you were very good and had such nice tools. I think you shouldve started uploading back then. Imagine where you would be now with more learning years? Imagine the amount of feedback you missed out on? Very nice table!
Thanks Willem! I'm somewhat happy that I didn't. had I been uploading back then, I'd be pulled out of the shop and would have gotten much less practice. Thanks again!
Wow! Great video Matt! Man thanks for sharing that! I think it showed "real life stuff" like (Gappy dovetails..LOL!) It's good to see that sometimes, instead of pretty, polished & edited scenes. Much Love Brother! Have A Super Week!..... Gus
It's awesome watching the humble beginnings of the Cremona empire Lol. all kidding aside cool video Matt it's inspiration to start videoing my own projects.
Dude... you are wearing my shirt "MTS" in the end. We hadn't even met yet. That was really fun to watch. I can see why Lindsay liked you. Not sure about now. 😋
It was perfectly fine for workpieces that were under 2' long. 3-4' long the stock would need to be reasonably flat already. Over 4' was beyond it's ability
All that walnut... I'm jealous! :) That reminds me, I need to touch base with you sometime to see what you have for bowl blanks in various species laying around that you'd sell.
That's a good idea, Phil. I'd be able to make that project faster now and it would have a lot more personality. My lumber selection is a little more stylized now than it was back then
Hey Matt great idea! i loved to see how your shop,skills and filming developed . Crazy what could change 5 years . Did you buy that walnut or where you milling back then?
Really fun to see you 5 years ago. A lot of your foundation was there. The things you pointed out and the way you explained them. YES... you have come a long way, but the raw material was there. How much Footage was there... I am betting a LOT. Was this the little Sony camera ? You looking through the legs of the final build is classic YOU. Look Forward to seeing you at WIA2016
+MySaw thanks Bartee! There was around 3 hours of footage. About half that was me talking to the camera. This was all shot on my Canon 7d. Haha yeah I thought that was a bit funny too. See you soon!
I like the hall table you built. I have a idea to build something similar but I want two lower shelves. One about 5 in from the floor and another in between. My challenge is fitting and cutting the lower shelves to meet the tapered legs? Any suggestions?
It was a great video still! I can see what you mean about your progression since then too. Do you have any other old projects you could finish the video of for us?
Great to see you so young! Thanks for taking the time to share this. And kudos to Lindsay for helping you back then.
All of you guys that have woodworking channels got me started to woodworking now it's my passion.
Awesome! Love hearing that!
Matt, Don't underestimate the value of your older projects. They really show your improvement has a wood worker and presenter. However, most importantly they are motivating for beginners.
Keep up the excellent work! I look forward to your videos.
Thanks!
Thank you so much!
Hello Matt:
The young Matt table was great. I also appreciate you took the time to respond to all or nearly all of the comments. I think I am 304. That takes a lot of time away from the shop but readers really really appreciate it, especially when they have a technical questions. Thanks again.
Clark's Woodshoppe in Mount Vernon, WA
I can not tell you how happy that made me see this video. When the years pass is very good look at what you've accomplished with your effort. In addition, this type of retrospective, always comes at certain stages of life, if you are tuned to occur. Not necessarily when you're respected and recognized by all, in silence, then we estimate much. We may not be your personal friends, but we are closer to you than you suppose. And it is obvious that the news of a second child moves other gears in the human mind and heart. Imagine when they will be adults, and see you as you were and how you evolved. A wonderful video, my affection. :)
Thank you so much Daniel! I'm proud to have you as a friend :)
Thank you for putting this out there. It gives me hope that I may actually get better and more comfortable in front of the camera with time.
It certainly takes some practice but once you get it, you really get it.
I love the fact that you didn't let your limitations at the time, tools and skill set, stop you from building a nice piece! This seems to be my biggest hang up, I expect perfection right from the start. I found this video to be inspiring!!
Thanks Matt! That's one of my few strengths. I'm not afraid to just jump right in.
That was a good exercise Matt. No need for that much criticism, back there you were able to make really good furniture. Thanks for share it. Im big fan of your full build videos. Regards!
Thanks!
Not bad for a young whipper snapper... who am I kidding... I hope one day to be as good as the young Matt!
A lot of shavings have been made since then! Thanks for sharing this bit of history.
Thanks for watching, Mitch!
I just started watching your videos a few weeks ago. I started with the first Shop Update and have completed from there to this point with a couple of detours to watch some builds (like your bandsaw mill). It has been a joy to see your younger self's skills and your continuous growth into an exemplary woodworker. I have built several projects through the years with limited tools and no training - so I started watching your channel and Essential Craftsman (a different set of skills) to learn. Thanks for sharing!
thank you Don!
Wow! That was a lot of fun to watch. What a difference 5 yrs makes Thanks so much.
WOW! that has got to be crazy for you to go back and see yourself then. I am glad I was not videoing myself back then. thanks for putting this up. fantastic to watch.
Crazy it putting it lightly :)
I bet. Any other old footage in the hard drive?
oh yes. I have all my attempts
Awe baby Matt is so cute, he looks like chachi from happy days 👍
Ahahahah!
hahaha! Thanks Warren!
Great trip down memory lane. The table came out pretty sweet. The gappy dovetails let us know it was made by a human!
So I was human? haha thanks Greg!
;D
Just use some saw dust and glue ,gaps will disappear
What strikes me is how massively talented you were, even back then.
Thank you Johnny!
The first time you used the card scraper in this video was one of the best shots I have seen for a card scraper. Most videos quickly show someone using it but rarely show the material as its being removed. Great video Matt.
Thank you!!
Great job.
Now for me to get as good as you.
You inspired me.
Thanks for deciding to upload this video, Matt. I really enjoyed it!
Thanks Tom!
Very cool ! It's always fun to watch old videos
+The ShavingWood Workshop thanks Tommy!
Matt, you are a great teacher with a very humble demeanor
This entire vid is absolute gold, keep on growin'.
Younger Matt...now we have three Matt's....and maybe four....the ways of time traveling...lol..serious great video
+Robert Evans thanks Robert!
It's amazing to see what 5 yrs does to your woodworking skills and tools. I look at the 1st project I made at 16 yrs old (a pair of glass door bookcases) with the tools and skills I had, and I look at the floating ambrosia maple slab coffee table I made in January this year (now 25 yrs old) and my skills/tools I have acquired now. It's absolutely amazing.
Matt, You talk about your skill level back when you made the table. I thought you were very skilled myself. I'm know you are better now, but you were good..
Thanks for sharing this video.
Felix from Nebraska
it's always good to look back and reflect on what you've done I hope in five years I could do the same I got two more years to go that table is really amazing true Craftsman
It's definitely great to be able to. You can really learn a lot about yourself and how far you've come. Thanks Joe!
+Matthew Cremona always!
I liked the trip in the "way back machine", you looked like a child. I especially liked the big white bandage on your thumb. Reminded me of the cartoons when I was a kids after someone smashed their thumb with a hammer. Thanks for sharing and always enjoyable!
haha yeah this was when I was installing the ductwork for my dust collection system. I was too smart to wear gloves. I cut up my hands pretty well.
So serious and no nervous laughter, I like it and a butimus table!!!! dig some more out of the vault....
Thanks William! I'll see if I can make anything else work. I don't have any other complete videos but I'll see what I can do
I really enjoyed the "vintage Cremona"! I've watched all of your videos Matt and enjoyed your projects, and seeing what a fine craftsman you've evolved into......Keep making them! Thanks.
Thank you so much Tom!!
Hey Matt, that's the one thing I wished that I could . Is go back to when I started UA-cam and videos came to me late in my life . But even going back a few months I can see in myself a change for the better????? Lol !!!!!!! I don't know!!!!!! I love seeing your video Regards BobLee
That was just to much fun to watch! Thanks for sharing this and letting everyone see that with practice and dedication you can become great!
So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!!
matt
everyone has to start somewhere well done and thanks for not giving up
Thanks Tony!
Thank you very much , I asked you because I see the machines that you got excellent and good walnut with which contas , I'm I'm from Argentina and the machines that you got not exist; very good work you do and thanks for sharing .
Like a woodworking time capsule!! It's really cool that you have this video Matt, and thanks for sharing it!
+Shaun Meighan Woodworking thanks Shaun! I'm glad I have the video too :)
thats awesome you have this footage to be able to go back and watch! table came out great!
Thanks!
Wow, only 5 years, still a great job.
Whiskerless, now Shavetardy.! Thanks for sharing Matt
haha yeah! :)
Glad you let us see you as you were 5 yrs ago. Good video!
Thanks Felix!
+Matthew Cremona no problem. I have a question. If you had somewhat of a budget for planes, which brand and which ones would you buy? I tried getting old ones (to restore), but they are hard to find and sometimes they want up $100 for them. Thanks in advance.
What an incredible look back, thank you so much for sharing this with us.
Thanks!
its amazing how far you've come in just 5 years, so how much cringing did you do when you first watched this lol, i know when i see myself from the past it's scary...many thanks scott
+scott walmsley there was a lot of cringing. Like a ton lol thanks Scott!
vintage Cremona. just when I thought u couldn't have a babier face u pull this out lol. ur skills have improved highly in 5 years. nice build Matt
Great to see how far you've come in skill and camera presence.
Thanks! :)
cute matt junior did a great job. hope when he grows up doesn't turn in a wild bear. thanks for sharing.
I think the skill level and instructional value were great. Of course there were things you would do different, but it turned out to be very nice piece of furniture that I'm sure the now "wife" Lindsay enjoys having in her home!
Thank you Mac! That table was a gift. Lindsay didn't get many things back in the day. haha
What a fun video! Fair play for putting it out there, Matt.
Thanks Charles!
I noticed the wood whisperer tee in the video..nice to see you supported marc from early on. enjoyed seeing less than perfect dovetails. give me encouragement to do more myself..thanks
Thank you, Robert!
Very cool Matt! Thanks for digging this one out of the archives! :)
Thanks Donny! I hope I can do the same with some of the other stuff I shot.
Very neat to see a young you. I like on how you commented on your dovetails not being so tight. To me, hand cutting dove tails would just kill me. I just would not have the patience for it.........especially knowing how quickly and accurately they can be cut with today's machines and jigs. Even though they were a little off, I still commend young Matt on a great effort. Let him know 5 years ago please.........and tell him not to fret.......he will get much better in only a few years.
:) Thank you so much!!
We have the same long jergonsons clamps !! Love those
That was the best! Thanks for doing that!
+ProspectorBill awesome! Thanks Bill!
That was fun. You do look way younger then. Enjoyed it!
Thanks Douglas!
That was very brave Matt.....!
very humbling experience...good job!!!
thank you!
Matt don't be afraid to show us more of younger Matt. I enjoyed the video a lot. No need to reply, just wanted to say thank you.
+Jared English there will be another one. It will have to be a collaboration between present Matt and younger Matt because I never finished or finished filming the project :)
I'll look forward to the video. Thanks
That was so cool seeing you then and now and it's really great to see how much your skill levels have grown. Now I just hope my skill levels grow that quickly.
Thank you so much Thom! I sure they will. Just spend enough time in the shop :)
My opinion: quite a good work; quite a good video! Much better then many other woodworking videos on UA-cam!
Holy cow Matt. Who knew that 5 years ago you were the 12 year old woodworker lol . Love this
hahaha! Thanks Jacob!
My God you like you were ten years old and now you look 40 LOL! What 5 years can do to ya! So I must be 80 by now, love your video's keep em coming.
Funny what having a baby and getting less sleep can do to your appearance!
It's a huge relief to me to see that your joinery then looks a lot like mine does now.
and it was even worse before this :)
From student to Master in 5 years. Thank You Matt. Oh how's your bride to be after 5 years. :) Don"t answer I want to enjoy more video"s though the next 5 years :) :) :) You have a great skill and beutiful family.
Greg
Thank you Greg! You're too kind :)
Haha, I just realized we are going on 3 years since I met you in NC, so you didn't look that much different than what I remembered you first looking like. :)
Fun video Matt, Cheers!
It scares me how quickly time flies
Great video Matt... it appears using walnut overtime, leads to hair growth :) Loved the "Price is Right" T-shirt, and the awesome dovetails.
Retro style, I like it. Great table
Thanks Mike!
Little you is adorable! Good build.
Very nice hall table, young Matt! Seen from an unbiased perspective, it really was interesting and I think the video was pretty good as well!
Thank you!!
That was really cool seeing that well done!
+Lowell Smith thanks!!
That was awesome! The table turned out great and the walnut was flawless. I just started woodworking a little over a year and a half ago and in that short time I have learned a ton but still feel overwhelmed at the thought of some projects. Great video brother! Fun to watch.👍
That overwhelmed feeling is what keeps us growing :) Thanks!!!
+Matthew Cremona I agree, when you get something finished and you never thought you could do it kind of gives you a good feeling. Most things I've made have some flaws but I'm teaching myself and watching you and Mitchell Dillman and a few others. You guys make it look easy but some fantastic craftsmanship. One of these days!!
your long ago skills are still whipping my now skills!
haha idk about that
Dude, this video is awesome! So much progress!
Thank you so much Tom!
Wow interesting! Thanks for sharing. I guess we all have to start somewhere.
Thanks Greg! The videos that I shot prior to this one were way way worse
Your welcome Matt! Keep up the work! You have come along ways in 5 years.
That was really awesome to see. Thank you for sharing Matt!
Glad you liked it :)
cool video. I'll be happy to get to your five years ago skill level!
Thanks Bruce!
Great looking table design. Nicely done!
thank you Matt
That was a lot better than you made it sound,but are you sure it was only 5 years ago? I barely recognized that clean scrubbed guy in the opening!
your son?
really enjoyed watching this Matt, thanks :) im curious tho, if the videos never turned out how you wanted what made you finally decide to make that 1st upload?
Thanks JP! I got to the point where I realized that they weren't going to get better if I didn't just go for it and practice and actually publishing them to the internet was a way to hold me accountable so I didn't stop.
Matthew Cremona well, i for one am certainly glad you decided to take that step, i love your work/video content and hang my flat Matt sticker proudly in my shop ;) haha
That was fun. Now you need to edit a video where young Matt and older Matt are side by side in a build off!
Lol! That's a good idea!
Thanks! Now that would be something!
It wasn't a bad video however I can definitely see your growth over the years. Comfortability level is definitely different. Always love your videos new or old.
Thank you Randy!
Great work Matt!
Wow matt that was a very clean and new looking miter saw you had there Matt! Nice job on the table though. Keep up the good work.
haha yes it wasn't quite as used back then :) Thanks Martin!
That was really very good, and is a great demonstration of what can be achieved in five short years. Like, seriously, you've built so much since then it's kinda scary!
haha! Thanks Martin!
I like this video. Even then, you were very good and had such nice tools.
I think you shouldve started uploading back then. Imagine where you would be now with more learning years? Imagine the amount of feedback you missed out on?
Very nice table!
Thanks Willem! I'm somewhat happy that I didn't. had I been uploading back then, I'd be pulled out of the shop and would have gotten much less practice. Thanks again!
:) That what I was going to say, less hair, bare shop, and no deck or lumber in the yard LOL good stuff Matt.
Just a little different lol
Wow! Great video Matt! Man thanks for sharing that! I think it showed "real life stuff" like (Gappy dovetails..LOL!) It's good to see that sometimes, instead of pretty, polished & edited scenes. Much Love Brother! Have A Super Week!..... Gus
Very cool! vintage is always nice :) I like the final shot with you under the table. Looks like a very fancy TV :P
haha thanks!
It's awesome watching the humble beginnings of the Cremona empire Lol.
all kidding aside cool video Matt it's inspiration to start videoing my own projects.
Thank you!! Let me know if you start. I'd love to check it out.
Dude... you are wearing my shirt "MTS" in the end. We hadn't even met yet.
That was really fun to watch. I can see why Lindsay liked you. Not sure about now. 😋
hahahaha thanks Marc!
nice one matt
Hi there from Portugal,
Nice :D
Obrigado(Thanks)
Thanks!
How accurate was the Jet planer/ jointer combo Matt?
It was perfectly fine for workpieces that were under 2' long. 3-4' long the stock would need to be reasonably flat already. Over 4' was beyond it's ability
+Matthew Cremona thanks!
All that walnut... I'm jealous! :) That reminds me, I need to touch base with you sometime to see what you have for bowl blanks in various species laying around that you'd sell.
I forgot to mention that this was the first time I had worked with walnut. I have a whole stack of blanks and more to cut.
Hi thank you for sharing...... Would be interesting too see you do the exact same project now and same wood choices too.... GO 4 IT
That's a good idea, Phil. I'd be able to make that project faster now and it would have a lot more personality. My lumber selection is a little more stylized now than it was back then
Hey Matt great idea! i loved to see how your shop,skills and filming developed . Crazy what could change 5 years .
Did you buy that walnut or where you milling back then?
Thanks Mike! I bought that walnut wet and dried it myself. This was my first time using walnut
Ah, humble beginnings! The best of times ;-)
They were good times :)
I must say Matt I actually enjoyed that you must edit and release the others.
Wowsers, a driveway without logs in it looks so bare :D
That and no shed. Such a different landscape lol
Haha. This is fantastic. I hope that flat Matt doesn't get jealous of past Matt.
There are a lot of Toth's non casual days in here. #golfshirts
hahahahaha!
Really fun to see you 5 years ago. A lot of your foundation was there. The things you pointed out and the way you explained them. YES... you have come a long way, but the raw material was there.
How much Footage was there... I am betting a LOT. Was this the little Sony camera ?
You looking through the legs of the final build is classic YOU. Look Forward to seeing you at WIA2016
+MySaw thanks Bartee! There was around 3 hours of footage. About half that was me talking to the camera. This was all shot on my Canon 7d. Haha yeah I thought that was a bit funny too. See you soon!
I like the hall table you built. I have a idea to build something similar but I want two lower shelves. One about 5 in from the floor and another in between. My challenge is fitting and cutting the lower shelves to meet the tapered legs? Any suggestions?
It was a great video still! I can see what you mean about your progression since then too. Do you have any other old projects you could finish the video of for us?