From A Hobby To Manufacturing In 1 Year in Alaska
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- Опубліковано 16 чер 2024
- The journey of going from a woodworking cutting board hobby, to business, to building a manufacturing type wood shop in 1 year here in Alaska. This is more than a shop tour, this is the building of a shop and a business from day 1. A documentary of sorts.
Production of this shop consists of cutting boards, butcher blocks, tables, countertops and more.
Dec 27 2020- The video that set things in motion to go from a once a year hobby batch of boards in my tiny shop.
• 21 Cutting Boards Sold...
We started producing product in the new shop early Dec 2021
The two videos that solidified going from a hobby to business to now having the facility and customer base that we have now. Part 1 and 2
• My Cutting Board Hobby...
• My Cutting Board Hobby...
New UA-cam channel for all my short form content!
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Website - www.krisdevo.com/
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Starting 11/15/2023 I will be uploading weekly behind the scenes to Patreon. A Vlog of sorts of my woodworking and Alaska life.
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DeVo's WoodCraft
11471 Business BLVD, Unit 773503
Eagle River, AK 99577
USA
0:00 Intro
2:15 The how and why of getting here and what the video is about
5:38 On the hunt for a new shop
6:59 1st of the new/used tools
9:25 Tools get caught in weather and fixed
11:16 New shop!
13:46 Back on the tool hunt
15:29 Laguna A-Flux air filters
17:05 Glue rack fix and assembly
19:31 Back on the hunt for tools/ pallet racks and lumber
21:57 Wall going up and shop build out start
23:14 Laguna Bandsaw W/Power feeder and Profile Sander unboxing and 1st thoughts
25:32 Drywall and paint
28:10 Family surprise
30:37 Truck history
31:27 Shop and tools coming together, scissor lift carts, bandsaw and mobile base builds
35:06 Planer pick up, unbox and 1st thoughts
38:55 Mounting power feeder on bandsaw
40:09 Shop coming together, pallet rack install, glue rack etc
43:42 Finally making product and 1st thoughts on new tools
50:29 WHERE I GET MY LUMBER (most asked question ever) 1,600 board feet!
51:50 Finishing product
53:39 Electrical install
54:24 Video editing computer - Digital Storm
54:56 Final thoughts / shipping out products and good bye from the family
My Laguna Tools:
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Air Filtration bit.ly/3ihVkUI
TSO Products for Festool tools
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An amazing book by Bob Taylor! A must read for makers!
Guitar Lessons: A Life's Journey Turning Passion into Business
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Maverick Abrasives sand paper. Good stuff at a great price.
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Awesome CA glue! StarBond
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Glowforge Laser engraver. $125- $500 off glowforge.us/r/JARFHJAT
Disclaimer:
Please do not attempt to do anything you see in these videos unless you are 100% comfortable in using these tools. . - Навчання та стиль
For those who would like to purchase a board I have a waitlist on the website.
www.krisdevo.com
New UA-cam channel for all my short form content!
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Cara eu acompanho vc a um bom tempo aqui do Brasil e você já até chegou a responder algumas perguntas minhas sobre suas tábuas, mas eu gostaria de reforçar a questão de você estudar a possibilidade de enviá-las para o Brasil !!
Pense bem nessa possibilidade, pois aqui no Brasil os brasileiros adoram fazer um churrasco 🥩 🥩 !!!
Harlen Ruiz aqui !!
Desde já obrigado !!!
Man you work hard !
Hi are you interested, I will market your product online?
I want to tell you something coming from a man in the trade some 45 years, and I have set up 3 shops in the process: "You have been doing a phenomenal job of filming along with all the other things you have had to do." Many other people will have no idea of the logistics you have had to do and attend to just to get this far. NO, you are doing a GREAT JOB OF WORK AND FILMING. BRAVO KD "IMPRESSIVE"
Much appreciate Dan thank you!!
No joke, wish we had an in depth video on those logistics. Because that’s where the secrets are!! With that said I understand why there may not be, but that’s what’s missing on UA-cam! Love the detail you give in your videos though, can’t wait to start my own.
Hi Kris and family, I'm following your story from New Zealand. Watching this video was a very emotional experience for me. I am 76 and have successfully owned my own businesses for over 60 years. I've never worked a 5 day week, or an 8 hour day...7 day business weeks and 12 hour days are a normal part of my life, and I've enjoyed every minute of it and had so much satisfaction building a life on hard work and high business standards and values. You should be very proud of what you've achieved in such a short time. You obviously have a great deal of woodworking and organisational skill, please work just as hard to become a great manager of money and an amazing marketing man. I have lost count of the people I've known over the years who were very talented at producing things, but useless at operating their businesses...with failure as an end result. And by the way, you've got the cutest little girl on UA-cam.
I really appreciate the kind words Mike. Hearing this from someone like you always helps. Cheers
Ur in Alaska so why so high? Looks like it’d be a bear to heat
I see the fork lift needs the head room
Kris, im a chiropractor and specialize in only treating patients in detox centers. I mainly see young kids between ages 18-26 and always show them your page. I think its important to show them how someone can take a hobby or passion and turn into into a career. One in which youre the boss,owner and make your own schedule and control your future. My patients all love what you do and are impressed by how far you have taken your business. I wish you were in los angeles because i would have loved to bring them to see what you do to help inspire them to find whatever it is that makes their hearts burn and find out how to take it to the next level and stop using drugs. Keep up the great work. Ill definitely be sharing this video as well
This really touched me Elad. I don't know what to say. I'm at a loss with having this kind of meaning to people. Thank you for the kind words and best of luck with helping others.
@@KrisDeVo Im a growing entrepreneur myself so i try to motivate them by showing them that im doing it. Not much needed to say, just keep doing what youre doing... FYI ive watched so many of these videos that i motivated myself to start doing it as a weekend hobby to help me de-stress so im learning all about how to do cutting boards, epoxy projects and charcuterie boards as well. Ill hopefully try my first project soon.
I thought to myself “I’ll just check out some tech news and then play some games before bed”. An hour later … and it’s nearly bedtime in the UK. It was worth it Kris. I really enjoyed seeing you build the Big Shop business (literally) from start to finish. You and your family have worked so hard for this moment 🍻 👍
Much appreciated Ash! Cheers
Kris, you really deserve all the success you’ve earned, truly inspiring. I’m a huge fan of your videos.
I appreciate the kind words Steve!
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Think about when the 1M plaque arrives!!! CONGRATS
I know it’s a year late, but huge congratulations to you and the family. Hard work, persistence, and faith goes a long way. Love the videos.
Congratulations Kris, it is well deserved for all your hard work and your family. You Sir are AWESOME !!!
Congrats on all that you've accomplished so far, continued success. It's great to see someone accomplish their goals and make their dreams come true.
Absolutely inspiring watching your progression over the last couple of years keep up the good work.
Wow, what a ton of work! I’m so happy to see you get all this up and running. You’ve inspired my wife and me with our small woodworking business. Thanks!
I can not believe the work you have done to get your shop set up. Fantastic that you were able to film and upload while doing all that. Thanks so much for sharing your story!!
Congratulations Kris! You are an inspiration man! Showing everyone of us that it can be done. Thanks for sharing.
Congratulations Kris. You've been an inspiration to me. I'm still trying to build my 1 1/2 car shop.
You deserve all your success. I'm sure your family is proud of you to. Keep up the great work.
I'm so happy for you guys!!
I'v been following you for a long time and everything you have produced is nothing but quality!
You deserve all the good things that are happening to you!
I wish you good luck in your new place and I hope to see you produce and grow in the coming years!!!
Greetings from Greece!
Much appreciated Markos from Greece!
So happy for you and your family, proof that a man with convictions and a family that support your dream and effort really pays off. Greetings from Argentina
Just started watching your vids trying to learn how to make boards myself. Your so humble and grateful. Im rooting for you brother.
I can only imagine how long this took to edit. Thanks for documenting the whole thing, in the midst of all the other work you've got on your plate. You put together a great story! Keep building brand
I think your the 1st to say so. It sure is brutal. Really appreciate that Alex!
It’s hard not to smile the whole time. What an amazing journey and leap of faith. Great job and keep going.
Much appreciated ARod thank you!
So happy for you! Love all the equipment you have scored. Crazy how you managed in the small garage. You are going to be in space heaven. Can not believe how much of this you are doing all by yourself.
Thank you for including us in your journey, Kris. Your faith and hard work are an inspiration. You have a beautiful family and I wish and pray for your continued success. God Bless You and Your Family.
Love you, Kris! You're an inspiration. I've got my hobby wood shop up and running now. Thanks for teaching me so much! My best to your wife and family.
Thank you Brenda! Best of luck to you as well
I was just thinking about your channel the other day wondering when you were going to reveal the new shop and you put out a video today. I wish you and your family all the luck and happiness. You work wonders with the beautiful wood you choose for the boards. God bless!
Thank you for the support and thinking about the channel. Much appreciated Debra!
Kris, you are amazing and an incredible inspiration in the times we live in. Family is everything.
Thank you MV3DNerd!
Well done sir! There is nothing more satisfying then seeing an end product made with your two hands. and you have built a product that many people enjoy and a business you can be proud of. Keep up the great work!
Sooo excited for another vid! I’ve been missing you! Glad things are working out so well for your family! Cheers!
Thank you Nova! Cheers!
Thanks for letting me know I’m not alone in missing Kris and his wonderful family. So excited and happy he’s back!!!’
This is amazing dude. I just want to say congratulations on your accomplishments thus far. I'm really happy for you. I'm also trying to get into the game as well. By seeing you accomplish as much as you have within a short time, makes me believe that I can also do the same. Thank you so much for you sharing your journey with us. You are doing an amazing job buddy bravo. 👏 may God keep you on the path to riches that you & your family deserves.
I'm impressed! You're the man, Kris!
I have been watching your journey for a while. I could not be happier for you mate. Truly you deserve this and for your business to grow. Great beautiful products and a good family. Take care and keep it going. You are awesome
So stinkin' happy for you! I just watched this entire video 🤣 I've no interest in woodworking until your videos. Most importantly your doing it! An entrepreneur that got it done! Applause!!! You're so inspiring and the quality of your work is bar none! 🥰🙏🤗💥
Thank you Sarah!
From a custom furniture/fine cabinetry maker since the early 80's to you sir, Congrats on your accomplishments in this very fulfilling field. I recall watching one of your vids when you were still in the garage, before you had taken the leap to go full time with it. I didn't realize you were up in Alaska!
Much appreciated Bob!
Love your daughter! Reminds me so much of when my daughter was that age. She’s 9 next month. It’s goes fast, enjoy her while she’s so small and cute!
Congratulations to you and your Wife for your wonderful business. You guys should be extremely proud.
This is such a good story and such an inspiration to me - I'm just about to start my own wood turning business and UA-cam channel - much smaller scale than you but it's wonderful to see your hard work and dedication pay off - your boards look awesome too!
My man, you earned all this. So so proud of you. So happy to see you have your own shop!!! May it bring lots and lots of success in your life and your family's well-being!
Much appreciated!
I absolutely loved the video. You should be so proud of yourself for all you do for your family. It actually gives me a renewd motivation to get my own life moving forward again. Really best of luck and keep the faith.
Congratulations... You have a lot to be proud of. Hard work paid off !
Your daughter is so dang cute! Love how you grew your business, definitely inspirational in every way.
Thank you Eli!
Congratulations! You are doing a amazing job that inspires a lot of people. Thank you for that and I'm looking forward to more videos!
Thank you so much Krystian!
I'm so glad to see you post again! Looks like you've been working your butt off. Glad to hear you say you're going to start taking a day off every week. Everyone deserves to spend time with their families and not work 24/7 so don't forget to stop and enjoy everything you're working so hard for. We'll still be here I promise. You make a beautiful quality product and your customers know how hard you work.Missed your content!!!! God bless from Florida
Man I'm so happy for you. Just shows you that hard work and self-belief pays off!! All the best. I know you're going make it.
you're an amazing man, I've been thinking a lot nowadays about opening a woodshop for cutting board, that's how I got to your video, I live in the Middle East in Amman Jordan, I'm a chef and a seaman, and I'm now calculating the expenses needed to start my project
your videos are lit man, I'd be happy to see more coming
big respect from Jordan
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Awesome clamp system glad you got it cleaned up. Congrats on the business. As an electrician I’m looking at all that equipment and well daaaammmnn.
Right! That electric bill is going to leave a mark, lol. Hope he has so much success he doesn’t even have to worry about it.
Thank you Steve!
Much appreciated Michael! I hope so too
Just watching your videos for the first time. You have so much passion for the work that you put out! Congrats on all your success. Enjoy it a little with your adorable family. Loved when you measured the snowfall by putting your daughter in the snow up to her waist!! I'm hooked on watching you make sawdust!!!!
Thanks for Sharing that journey and looking forward to hearing about your next steps
Love the content and showing all the details behind the scenes. The small details are what we want to see, because there are a million videos about wood working. But it's the journey and the emotions that make a good story. I hope some day they can figure out how to make wood working tools that don't weight 447 pounds. I just got a 12" radial arm saw, and 7 other radial arm saws. The 12" saw has to be completely disassembled to be moved, but that's the beauty of a radial arm saw, they are very easy to take apart. I think there is some merit in a tool being light enough to move around all by yourself, or at least some way of being disassembled and moved. Tools that can't be moved, are basically useless for a home hobbyist. The trailer hitch dolly was smart!
Appreciate that Ritalie, thank you!
This literally brought a tear to my eye. You and your family are really living the American dream and I love that you are sharing it and letting us come along for the ride. This is what an entrepreneurial spirit can accomplish in a free country that embraces this spirit…it’s what built our country! It’s hard work, comes with so much sacrifice….but the rewards are immeasurable. I wish only the best for you as you continue to build your business.
This really means a lot to me Karen, thank you! I do absolutely agree with what you said. Cheers
Oh the joys of having the right tools and shop to put them in. Well done for all that work and success.
So happy for you...wish you nothing but the best!
Outstanding! Your work ethic is off the charts as is the quality of work! From setting up the shop to cranking out the product. You don't seem to cut corners. Love to see this shop and your dream become a reality. You deserve it! The fact that your family traveled 3500 miles to surprise and help you says a lot about the man you are. Excited to see continued progress! All the best!
You are too kind, thank you Richard! Cheers
Man, this is awesome! You did so much more then I expected, I thought you would just get a bigger Space to work in, but man you've gone full out professional now. Huge Respect! I wish you good Luck and I'm very excited for new Videos!
Really appreciate that Linguinix thank you!
Chris your a huge inspiration. Thank you for your content!
I appreciate how organized you are during this process and on going. Setting a precedence.
Thank you Jake. Always a struggle.
This has been suck a amazing story. I can’t wait to see you blow it completely out. I believe that the shop will not be large enough in less than 2 years because the demand for the real quality cutting board will skyrocket
This could not be happening to a better family and a true craftsman at the helm. Bravo!
WOW. Truly fascinating to watch. Kris, you are a BEAST! Continued success!
So good to see you back on the Tubes! Congrats on growing your business! Let me know if you're looking to liquidate some pipe clamps! Shipping to GA may be prohibitive, but I might be interested. You should be the talk of the town with all those new tools!
Thank you David! Wouldn't be worth shipping but I'm going to save them for projects that wont fit in the rack.
Congratulations Kris, I love your story. I'm rooting and praying for you and your family, both for a successful life and business.
Should have contacted WD-40 Company (true Company name) and explained your problem. Then maybe you could have purchased WD-40 by the gallons or at least joint venture clean up of your racks.
Appreciate that Ken! I did use about 10 cans or so
Congrats on your new shop! It's looks amazing! Best wishes to you and your family all of whom worked very hard to achieve this dream!
Congrats Kris and a lovely Family! She's so cute
Kris, your video is an inspiration to me, thank you so much to share your journey with us! God bless you and your wonderful family.
Thank you!
Congratulations Kris and family. Very happy for you.
Thank you Randy!
Very compliments Kris! 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
congrats kris, well done and all the best.
This is so awesome...! Hey, now I'll be able to get one of Kris's cutting boards. Congrats to you and your family. You're doing the things.
Love your content. I grew up in Alaska, and watching the challenges that you face in that environment brings back a lot of great memories. Thanks for sharing your story with us.
Thank you!
Very enjoyable to watch your journey, from home garage to this awesome workshop.
You are an awesome example of the American Dream Kris. Hard work is it’s own reward and I’m sure success in your new venture will follow. Truly inspiring, thanks for sharing the journey so far…
Kris, Congratulations all the way from Texas. The shop looks awesome. all the cool wood working machines & tools.
It is great to witness your journey. Enjoy all the new toys. 🙂
Kris, What an amazing adventure and it's only begun. Congratulations!
Thank you Tanner!
So inspirational! Thank you for sharing your journey with me and the rest of the world. Proud of you, brother!
Thank you buddy! Much appreciated!
Very, very happy for you! May you continue to be blessed with success!
Thank you!
Congrats, I have been following you for about 8 months and you have inspired me to start my own woodworking business. Thanks for everything.
Thank you Clay!
Kris, when you deliver, you DELIVER! Really great video. You have clearly found what you were meant to do. I wish you boundless success and well earned prosperity.
Thank you Barrett!!
Kris, I am speechless. The insane amount of work you have done ...wow. You deserve all the success you achieve. I have nothing but the upmost respect for you, your work ethic, dedication and drive. The sacrifice alone away from your family.....will show great results in the end (it has already). You are an inspiration!!
Thank you Evelyn!
I couldn't be prouder of a person. I have watched from the beginning and the same demeanor and humility has been in existence throughout! You absolutely deserve the best. 🙏🏿💪🏿
Appreciate that Marcus, thank you!
Cutting board..... And they look awesome.
Congrats
Nice shop Kris. I started a workshop in my basement about a year ago. Your new and used tools are a dream for me. God bless and enjoy.
Congratulations, Kris! You are obviously a hard worker, and I really appreciate people who produce things of value for society. Best wishes for your family and business!
Thank you!
Kris, Congratulations! Having ordered your cutting boards a few years ago for gifts I can speak to the superb quality of your product. You've been passionate about making boards since a kid and I am so happy to see this materialize into a business! You are inspiring and you deserve it! The sky is the limit for you.
Thank you so much E!! I really appreciate you. Because of your Christmas orders years ago I started to think maybe this could turn into more than a once a year hobby.
Kris the shop looks very very nice you have done a great job. Can't wait to see more videos.
Thank you John!
great to see you again. been checking in every week or two.hard work and a great support system and sky is the limit. brains and skill don't hurt either. good luck and remember to enjoy all the little things.
Thank you Mr P12!
What a wonderful craftsman and genuine human being! Much success to you.
Kris, I have to tell you, you are one amazing person. not only for making amazing cutting boards in that very small garage, but for having the foresight to put together this new amazing huge shop. I can just tell you are going to be very successful. Great family man too, love your videos. You deserve this Kris, amazing products.
Thank you!
Congrats to you Chris. You worked hard for it and deserve it. Wishing you and family the best and God Bless.
Thank you Wayne!
congratulations on the shop. love watching you grow the business
You have some amazing ideas that are coming to fruition. I admire your perseverance and determination.
Dude just wow.. congrats on getting so much done and i think your going from strength to strength, keep it up! Love the content.
My Goodness the amount of work and Money is Staggering! Awesome Shop Kris...
Your story is an inspiration to us all. It makes me very happy to see people winning in life.
I just love your boards. Beautiful!!
I have loved every video you've put out!!! It's totally awe inspiring and has pushed me further in my wood working. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!
Thank you Erick!
Living the life you want...doing what you love
Keep going! You're doing beautifully
Awesome Kris, love your videos, love what your doing. As hard as you work though, you've earned a M-F work week. Take care of you Kris.
Incredible success story. Enjoy your videos and good luck to you and your family!!
Best of luck. You're an inspiration.
I’ve been watching you since close to the beginning. So glad you got further along than you thought possible.❤I knew you could do it.
Love your commitment and product
I don't do woodworking. I don't own a business. I can however, imagine the joy you experienced getting this all set up. There are tools that I never even knew existed! Thanks for the tour!