Astounding work, James! It was quite complex to cut all those angles and to figure out how to clamp them. The orb flag was really innovative to get all the ribs placed correctly! And fitting on all the trim at the end!! It's understandable that this took several months to complete. Top notch design and craftsmanship!!
Thanks Mike, The angles and joins were tricky, and pretty much every one of them were a sanded fit. I also have a small bucket of rejects that I couldn't get to fit. My next build will be a lot simpler. Loving your channel my friend. Regards James
I am in awe of your ability as a craftsman. You achieve far better results one handed than most people manage with two. This chair is simply stunning! As for the base: I think it fits well as part of the overall design, I would certainly keep it. Congratulations on making a beautiful and unusual piece of furniture.
@Usksider Thanks John. I'm getting some amazing feedback on the Orb Chair, and comments like this one are inspiring and encouraging for me. Much appreciated. James
While taking a risk making furniture without a design you also open yourself up to endless possibilities sometimes good ones sometimes not so great but I would consider this an overwhelming success I think you created an art piece for the ages! This reminds me of something from a time when furniture designers created things that demanded attention, you do incredible work and are an inspiration thank you for sharing your work with us.
Thankyou for your amazing comment and appreciating the risk involved. Facing design decisions every day and trying ti pick the best idea out of several was possibly the hardest part. Do you share any of your work on the net? Regards James
Beautiful job, James. Figuring out how to execute the work and fit it all together single handed was obviously an intellectual challenge as well as the physical!
If I were you, I’d design furniture around having one arm, like chairs with 1 Armrest. So everyone will know your work when it becomes priceless!! Love the chair!
@BlockchainToTheFace One armed chair is now on my to do list. Funny enough, if you look in the background my office chair only has one armrest. Have an amazing day and thank you. James
The chair is really really great, and doesn't look like it was designed on the fly. The base works very nicely with the overall theme, but it would also make an excellent high end office chair, even with a swivel type base.
Awesome !!! Looks like mid- century modern ! , James you have the patience of a Saint !! ~ you certainly emphasised the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well ~ congratulations!! ( masterpiece ) .
Thanks Wally, I always look forward to your comments and, as usual I am flattered. The design of the Orb Chair was an interesting journey, starting with a concept and just evolved week by week during the build. To tell the truth, there were days where all I did was look at the partially built chair trying to figure out what to do next! Loving your channel as well. Warm regards James.
You certainly enjoy a challenge! Great design and build. I would skip the webs in the base though, as I don't think they add to the aesthetic. I'm in awe of your patience and creativity and look forward to seeing what you are going to do next.(After you have a well deserved break). Cheers, Rob.
Hi Rob, good to hear from you on this project and yes it certainly was a challenge. The base was a real speed hump and in the end I just threw it together using scraps and offcuts. I think I was going for an roman pedestal kind of design.. maybe. I think a timber Katana will be the next project. Regards James
@markmounts8111 Good to hear from you Mark. Thank you for watching my Orb Chair build and taking the time to comment. Have a wonderful weekend. Regards James
I've certainly never seen a chair quite like that; very creative without looking like it's trying too hard. Very nicely done, now you should probably put an ice pack on your head after dealing with all the unusual angles. The chess board caught my eye, and I see you were kind enough to anticipate this and provide a link. Thankyou Cheers mate.
Thanks Greg, Appreciate your comment and health advice, never thought of an ice pack but I did consume a few paracetamol and wine. (FYI they didn't help). Enjoy the chessboard video. Regards James
Thanks Birdy This one along with the chessboard, tambour cabinet, cahon and more will all stay in my family. I will be displaying some of them at some stage, but no plans at the moment. Thanks for watching - James
Hi Tina, Thankyou so much for watching and I totally agree it is a flashback to the bubble or even the egg chair. I toyed with a few names before settling on " Orb Chair". About to google bubble chair. Regards James
Beautiful chair design and execution and craftmanship. I like the base very much. I like the varying heights of the spacers on the base and mirroring of the ribs. You have created a beautiful piece of furniture. Well done.
Thanks Tiger. The base spacers are my favourite part of the base as well, and they were a spur of the moment idea. Appreciate your support, and have a fantastic Christmas. Regards James
Incredible, im absolutely blown away by this work of art. Truly a stunning piece of furniture that will be around for decades to come. I could sit staring at it for hours.
Make sure your stamp is on it somewhere. This will be the Mona Lisa of chairs. Priceless. It was a pleasure to watch your video. You inspire me to keep working at my furniture business. Linda Beals.
Thank you for your kind words Linda, it's very motivational to hear your feedback. I will add a logo insert to the chair. Good idea. Do you share what you make on the internet? Thank you for watching my video . Regards James
God morning!! From chihuahua Mexico! It’s great to see you again, Amazing project as always sir keep up the good work. Greetings from your friend Esteban.
Hi Esteban, So nice to hear from you again my friend. Glad to hear you liked the Orb Chair build. Have a wonderful day/evening in Chihuahua! Regards James
This is your first video which I have watched and I am blown away. What a wonderful piece of woodwork I should have been proud to make such a piece but to see you work is amazing
Good morning 🌅, What a great sense of achievement, even more so as you only have one hand arm to use, even people with all their limbs were struggle, many years ago I made 14 tub chairs, I do believe I have seen something similar to yours, where a guy made a load of plywood rings with gaps in them similar to yours, but I believe he failed on the first attempt, what you are making is art, keep up the great work,
Great comment from a fellow chair builder. Believe it or not, one concept was horizontal rings with spacers, but cutting rings on the bandsaw is a chore (unlike gluing up angled ribs). 14 tub chairs is impressive, were they the old fashioned turned leg version. I worked in a furniture factory and made sets of balloon back dining chairs. A set of 12 including 2 carvers was my biggest set. Thanks and regards - James
Hello Wynonna. That is a fantastic idea and seeing you were the first to reach out, you will own the Orb Chair one day. Stay happy and beautiful my amazing daughter. Dad XOXO.
Not only are you creative in the design, but also in the ingenious workaround you’ve developed! Your work is inspirational on so many levels. Thank you so much for sharing your gift, your craft, with all of us. 😊
Glad I found your channel and stating the obvious, I will try hard not to make excuses in my wood working from here on out. It is amazing that you can make what you do but on this build the way you're able to envision the angles needed and then to produce them. Just in awe. Also, I have never seen a chair like it and would love to sit in it .
Wow! Amazing work, James. I really like the way you did the head rest and how the solid wood portions meld together to give the piece a cohesive stucture. Oh, and i really liked the dust hose holder to out on the table saw. I might need to make one of those. Taper cuts like that always throw 90% of the dust back instead of down into the cabinet.
Thanks Keaton. The headrest and timber trim were my favourite part of the build, so it pleases me to know you liked it. As for the dust shroud, it's just the corner out of a cardboard box. Share your design if you make one. Loving your channel my friend. Regards James
Thanks, Sue Ellen. It's fantastic to receive comments where the viewer just appreciates the work, design and more importantly the finished project. Kind regards James
Sir, I'm speechless and impressed... do this incredible work onehanded... It's unbelievable!!! The chair is a masterpiece of woodwork... amazing!!! Thanks for sharing Chapeau 🎩👍👍🇩🇪🔨
@ralphgraler4223 Hi Ralph. Love your comment, thank you, it my wife Jo and me smile and recognise I am not only doing what I love, but getting to share it worldwide. Very humbling. James
Never! To address your question! It is truly BESPOKE! Man, you have a real talent there, and with only one hand! Fantastic! That chair is worthy of a competition win! As you may notice, I’m brand spanking new to this channel! I must look at what else you’ve made. To design, engineer and create this gorgeous chair is an amazing feat! Well done sir!❤️😊🇦🇺🦘from Melbourne, Oz
@yvonnepagan9912 Thanks Yvonne for you amazing comment. It's always a thrill to hear from fellow Aussies, and I will be entering this one in the Maker awards. Have a wonderful week in Melbourne. Regards James
Wow. Amazing chair and craftsmanship. I agree it is the most complex chair ever made on youtube. And s great video production too. Very professional. Keep up the good work.
@onehandedmaker there is only one word to describe this unique chair...masterpiece! I would not think plywood could look that good! The logistics alone are mind boggling to me. The only hands on training I've had was shop class in junior high. Everything else I've learned from books and UA-cam university. My dyslexic with my numbers. I get the right answers but it's a lot harder for me. You would probably get a chuckle watching me work. I'm filled with arthritis and carpal tunnel just to name a few things wrong with me. I struggle to get things done. I'm absolutely humbled watching you work around. I don't normally make mention of disabilities but I have to say watching you work is inspiring.
What a fantastic comment thank you. So happy to hear from you and to know I have inspired you in some way, let alone given you an opportunity to chat about your conditions. My videos mostly show the parts of a build that go to plan (there was no plan on this one) and just like you, I have several moments every day where I amuse myself with antics and situations. There is proof in the Tambour Cabinet video which has bloopers at the end. FYI, I could have made a full video on Orb Chair bloopers. Have a terrific week and enjoy your workshop. Merry Christmas James
@onehandedmaker definitely show mistakes please. When I see other people make mistakes, it's a lesson all on it's own 2 ways...what not to do and how to correct it. Woodworking is a learning process that comes by learning the rules, understanding the issues like pre-drilling greatly reduces splitting. It also comes from experiments and experiences. This is how I learn.
This is so cool! What a fantastic looking design you have made with this, and a very interesting process. Thank you for sharing! What do you think of it comfort wise? It looks very nice for an alert activity like chess, how is it to relax in?
Thanks For watching the Orb Chair video. I was aiming for a sink into feel lounge chair... but its more like an interesting comfortable chair. I'ts definitely not "fall to sleep in" type of comfy! Regards James
Wow, thats an incredible chair James. Seems like a real brain buster! I think my brain might have melted out my ears if i tried to figure out even half of that. I think the base is a perfect match for the chair🤌
Good to hear from you Dylan. Thanks for watching and the upvote on the base, 2 out of 3 like the base so far. Your latest chair build is outstanding and well received on YT. Hope to catch up one day. Regards James P.S. I'm still recovering from the design/build process.
Hi Donald, Thank you so much for watching the video and your great comment. The chair is getting a lot of amazing comments including yours, much appreciated. James
Thanks David, for acknowledging the time I spent imagining the design. FYI too many project thoughts and not enough time to do them all. Have a fantastic week. James
Thanks for watching my channel, Diamond. That is a really good way of looking at what I create and how I do it, and I agree. Even though I create videos to capture the story of my creativity, it appears to have a real positive impact on some viewers. I too learn from every woodworking video I watch. Have a beautiful week. James
Thanks Chris. We do things differently from time to time when our disability requires and challenges our imagination to find the best workaround. Thank you for noticing and watching my video . Regards James
Yes, the Orb Flag was so helpful in keeping the ribs circular and was also an interesting facet to the story. Thank you for watching my video. Regards James
Thank you for taking the time to watch my video and I agree, even the design and build were more organic and free from. Happy to have eased the itch. James
dude. i have no excuses going into 2025. if i get frustrated or overwhelmed and think i can't do something...you've just reminded me that i CAN do it. I hope that comes out and is interpreted the right way🤦🏻♂️. Fantastic build, great job. I just subscribed. Keep up the great work! 👊🏻
Thanks James. Back at you as well. Just spent a day with Rodney and Jenny. Heading up to Hat Head and SWR for a couple of weeks. You are looking well. Wishing you a great Christmas
I love the chair. So beautiful and you've inspired me feel that I'm without excuse for not making the art that I feel. Thank you! I love it! Keep the base.
That's so kind of you, I really appreciate the offer, I'm not looking to expand onto other platforms at the moment. I will contact you if things change. Regards James
Hi to Ukraine. It does now you point It out. I'm going to tell visitors that it's designed on a chess rook thanks my Ukraine subscriber. Have a wonderful day and may 2025 bring you peace and happiness. Warm regards James
@@onehandedmaker, это ладья в египетском стиле, я так её вижу) Ладья египетского фараона) Джеймс, спасибо вам за ваши пожелания, Киев и вся Украина верит, что всё будет хорошо) А вам я желаю крепкого здоровья, удачи, успехов, финансового благополучия и вдохновения в вашем творчестве.
Hi Tom. Just subscribed to your channel and will have a look. Honestly, I don't like ply.. well the crap they sell in Australia. As for the base, it isn't attached permanently yet, so I might redo it in timber? Maybe. Have an amazing day Regards James
Thanks Andrew. Appreciate your view and honesty. It was a huge mind battle to use plywood, and I only say the word "ply" once in the video because I was nervous about how it would be received. Imagine the time trying to laminate the ribs in timber. Have a great day. James
Glad I could help and thanks for watching my video. I am intentionally lazy after the Orb Chair build marathon. Just tidying the workshop and answering comments. Warm regards James
I watched all of your videos in just two days and I pinned your channel on my browser. I have been following your subscriber count for the last few days. Just noticed that you have hit 3000 subscribers. Congratulations!
Thanks for the support and kind words Amrinder, it means a lot to me. Considering I do all the camera work, record the music, and edit my videos, do you think they are improving? If you could change one element, what would you do? Have an amazing week. Regards James
Am I the only one who’s feeling seriously inadequate right now? Truly beautiful work.
@TheIrishman46 My grandfather was from Limerick Ireland , so I dedicate this build to my Irish followers.
Warm regards James
You are an very talented guy.
@ianvarty8064 Thanks for watching my channel and have a fantastic Christmas.
James
Astounding work, James! It was quite complex to cut all those angles and to figure out how to clamp them. The orb flag was really innovative to get all the ribs placed correctly! And fitting on all the trim at the end!! It's understandable that this took several months to complete. Top notch design and craftsmanship!!
Thanks Mike,
The angles and joins were tricky, and pretty much every one of them were a sanded fit. I also have a small bucket of rejects that I couldn't get to fit.
My next build will be a lot simpler.
Loving your channel my friend.
Regards James
@@onehandedmaker Thanks! A couple more renovation videos to release and then I should be back to pure woodworking at the start of the year.
I am in awe of your ability as a craftsman. You achieve far better results one handed than most people manage with two. This chair is simply stunning! As for the base: I think it fits well as part of the overall design, I would certainly keep it. Congratulations on making a beautiful and unusual piece of furniture.
@Usksider Thanks John. I'm getting some amazing feedback on the Orb Chair, and comments like this one are inspiring and encouraging for me.
Much appreciated.
James
Yes sir! I 100% agree!
While taking a risk making furniture without a design you also open yourself up to endless possibilities sometimes good ones sometimes not so great but I would consider this an overwhelming success I think you created an art piece for the ages! This reminds me of something from a time when furniture designers created things that demanded attention, you do incredible work and are an inspiration thank you for sharing your work with us.
Thankyou for your amazing comment and appreciating the risk involved. Facing design decisions every day and trying ti pick the best idea out of several was possibly the hardest part.
Do you share any of your work on the net?
Regards James
Beautiful job, James. Figuring out how to execute the work and fit it all together single handed was obviously an intellectual challenge as well as the physical!
@@kenlloyd3078 Hi Ken. Thanks for appreciating the mental and physical effort that went into this build.
Stay happy.
James
Astonishing! The design, assembly and magnificent construction is Over the Top ! You must have the patience of Job. I'm impressed..
@katden Patience was a must on this one for sure. Love your comment thanks.
James
If I were you, I’d design furniture around having one arm, like chairs with 1 Armrest. So everyone will know your work when it becomes priceless!! Love the chair!
@BlockchainToTheFace One armed chair is now on my to do list. Funny enough, if you look in the background my office chair only has one armrest.
Have an amazing day and thank you.
James
The chair is really really great, and doesn't look like it was designed on the fly. The base works very nicely with the overall theme, but it would also make an excellent high end office chair, even with a swivel type base.
Great job, very complicated. It’s impressive how spherical it turned out. Not sure if I could have figured out all the angles that went into that.
You Sir are an inspiration. Love the chair, very unique, a real piece of art. Thank you so much for sharing it and your work with us.
@brianpeterson5392 Good to hear from you Brian and thanks for the encouraging comment.
Have a great week.
James
Awesome !!! Looks like mid- century modern ! , James you have the patience of a Saint !! ~ you certainly emphasised the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well ~ congratulations!! ( masterpiece ) .
Thanks Wally,
I always look forward to your comments and, as usual I am flattered. The design of the Orb Chair was an interesting journey, starting with a concept and just evolved week by week during the build.
To tell the truth, there were days where all I did was look at the partially built chair trying to figure out what to do next!
Loving your channel as well.
Warm regards James.
You certainly enjoy a challenge! Great design and build. I would skip the webs in the base though, as I don't think they add to the aesthetic. I'm in awe of your patience and creativity and look forward to seeing what you are going to do next.(After you have a well deserved break). Cheers, Rob.
Hi Rob, good to hear from you on this project and yes it certainly was a challenge.
The base was a real speed hump and in the end I just threw it together using scraps and offcuts.
I think I was going for an roman pedestal kind of design.. maybe.
I think a timber Katana will be the next project.
Regards James
Not just a remarkable woodworker, also an artistic genius!
@markmounts8111 Good to hear from you Mark.
Thank you for watching my Orb Chair build and taking the time to comment.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Regards James
I've certainly never seen a chair quite like that; very creative without looking like it's trying too hard. Very nicely done, now you should probably put an ice pack on your head after dealing with all the unusual angles.
The chess board caught my eye, and I see you were kind enough to anticipate this and provide a link. Thankyou
Cheers mate.
Thanks Greg,
Appreciate your comment and health advice, never thought of an ice pack but I did consume a few paracetamol and wine. (FYI they didn't help).
Enjoy the chessboard video.
Regards James
Beautiful piece. I truly hope that it doesn't hide in a private collection.
Birdy
Thanks Birdy
This one along with the chessboard, tambour cabinet, cahon and more will all stay in my family.
I will be displaying some of them at some stage, but no plans at the moment.
Thanks for watching - James
incredible design. reminds me of the bubble chair of the 60's with so much more character because of the wood 🥰
Hi Tina,
Thankyou so much for watching and I totally agree it is a flashback to the bubble or even the egg chair.
I toyed with a few names before settling on "
Orb Chair".
About to google bubble chair.
Regards James
I love everything about this chair!!! Remarkable craftmanship. My hat is off to you sir!!!
Thank you for watching my video Kiplin.
Regards James
Beautiful chair design and execution and craftmanship. I like the base very much. I like the varying heights of the spacers on the base and mirroring of the ribs. You have created a beautiful piece of furniture. Well done.
Thanks Tiger.
The base spacers are my favourite part of the base as well, and they were a spur of the moment idea.
Appreciate your support, and have a fantastic Christmas.
Regards James
Incredible, im absolutely blown away by this work of art. Truly a stunning piece of furniture that will be around for decades to come. I could sit staring at it for hours.
@karlpopewoodcraft Hey Karl.
So wonderful to get praise from an amazing artisan such as yourself.
Thank you so much.
Regards James
Make sure your stamp is on it somewhere. This will be the Mona Lisa of chairs. Priceless. It was a pleasure to watch your video. You inspire me to keep working at my furniture business. Linda Beals.
Thank you for your kind words Linda, it's very motivational to hear your feedback. I will add a logo insert to the chair. Good idea.
Do you share what you make on the internet?
Thank you for watching my video .
Regards James
God morning!! From chihuahua Mexico! It’s great to see you again, Amazing project as always sir keep up the good work. Greetings from your friend Esteban.
Hi Esteban,
So nice to hear from you again my friend. Glad to hear you liked the Orb Chair build.
Have a wonderful day/evening in Chihuahua!
Regards James
This is your first video which I have watched and I am blown away.
What a wonderful piece of woodwork
I should have been proud to make such a piece but to see you work is amazing
Welcome to my humble channel Mark.
Great to hear you enjoyed the video and love the chair.
Have an amazing day.
James
Good morning 🌅, What a great sense of achievement, even more so as you only have one hand arm to use, even people with all their limbs were struggle, many years ago I made 14 tub chairs, I do believe I have seen something similar to yours, where a guy made a load of plywood rings with gaps in them similar to yours, but I believe he failed on the first attempt, what you are making is art, keep up the great work,
Great comment from a fellow chair builder.
Believe it or not, one concept was horizontal rings with spacers, but cutting rings on the bandsaw is a chore (unlike gluing up angled ribs).
14 tub chairs is impressive, were they the old fashioned turned leg version. I worked in a furniture factory and made sets of balloon back dining chairs. A set of 12 including 2 carvers was my biggest set.
Thanks and regards - James
Great work. The chair base is perfect. Don't change it.
@BriansWoodWorkingShop Thanks for watching the video and the up vote for the base Brian.
Regards James
The Orb Chair should be a family heirloom and definitely handed down to the favourite child!
Hello Wynonna.
That is a fantastic idea and seeing you were the first to reach out, you will own the Orb Chair one day.
Stay happy and beautiful my amazing daughter.
Dad XOXO.
Not only are you creative in the design, but also in the ingenious workaround you’ve developed! Your work is inspirational on so many levels. Thank you so much for sharing your gift, your craft, with all of us. 😊
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch my video and for your encouraging words Veronica.
Regards James
Sir, your chair is a piece of art. Beautiful and gorgeous.
Thanks for checking it out, glad you like the unique design. Comments like your are reassuring and motivating to me.
Regards James
Your mind must be whirling at top speed all the time... What a unique design and process you've shown....
Thanks for the kind words and your interest in my work Joel. It was very challenging.
Simply stunning.... I applaud your creativity...
Thank you very much for checking out my chair video.
Regards James
Now that is a beautiful Chair. Impressed with your workmanship!
Thanks for checking out my video Leigh, I'm so glad you liked the design.
Regards James
Dude, this chair is AMAZING! 😍
@aprilzek Thankyou April.
So happy to receive your comment.
Have a wonderful day.
James
Glad I found your channel and stating the obvious, I will try hard not to make excuses in my wood working from here on out. It is amazing that you can make what you do but on this build the way you're able to envision the angles needed and then to produce them. Just in awe. Also, I have never seen a chair like it and would love to sit in it .
Thanks for the encouraging comment! Glad you found my channel!
Have an amazing day.
James
Wow! Amazing work, James. I really like the way you did the head rest and how the solid wood portions meld together to give the piece a cohesive stucture. Oh, and i really liked the dust hose holder to out on the table saw. I might need to make one of those. Taper cuts like that always throw 90% of the dust back instead of down into the cabinet.
Thanks Keaton.
The headrest and timber trim were my favourite part of the build, so it pleases me to know you liked it.
As for the dust shroud, it's just the corner out of a cardboard box. Share your design if you make one.
Loving your channel my friend.
Regards James
What an incredible piece of art you have created. Truly outstanding.
Thank you so much 😀
It’s absolutely beautiful! And so is the base! Incredible workmanship!
@karyndekeiser-moulton1213 Thank you so much, Karyn and have a beautiful day.
James
I absolutely love that chair. i do like that base too
Thanks Marty, that is three upvotes on the base and one maybe not.
Regards James
Truly amazing on so many levels! Gorgeous finished piece!
Thanks, Sue Ellen.
It's fantastic to receive comments where the viewer just appreciates the work, design and more importantly the finished project.
Kind regards James
Sir, I'm speechless and impressed... do this incredible work onehanded...
It's unbelievable!!!
The chair is a masterpiece of woodwork... amazing!!!
Thanks for sharing
Chapeau 🎩👍👍🇩🇪🔨
@ralphgraler4223 Hi Ralph.
Love your comment, thank you, it my wife Jo and me smile and recognise I am not only doing what I love, but getting to share it worldwide.
Very humbling. James
What an incredible work of love and art, I love it all . Congratulations on a fantastic design.😊❤
@jacquelineavilla343 Thank you Jacqueline and thanks for watching a few of my builds.
Regards James
Never! To address your question! It is truly BESPOKE! Man, you have a real talent there, and with only one hand! Fantastic!
That chair is worthy of a competition win! As you may notice, I’m brand spanking new to this channel! I must look at what else you’ve made. To design, engineer and create this gorgeous chair is an amazing feat! Well done sir!❤️😊🇦🇺🦘from Melbourne, Oz
@yvonnepagan9912 Thanks Yvonne for you amazing comment. It's always a thrill to hear from fellow Aussies, and I will be entering this one in the Maker awards.
Have a wonderful week in Melbourne.
Regards James
@ So, where are ya from in Oz? I thought I was watching an Oz craftsman IN Oz! I’m in Yarraville in Melbourne!
@yvonnepagan9912 NSW mid north coast
Amazing result, reward for all the hours of work put into making this one of a kind chair.
Thanks Grant.
Lola helped with the quality checking.
Wow. Amazing chair and craftsmanship.
I agree it is the most complex chair ever made on youtube.
And s great video production too. Very professional. Keep up the good work.
Thanks David,
Your comments are always encouraging and inspire me to improve my very serious WoodTube hobby.
Regards James
@onehandedmaker there is only one word to describe this unique chair...masterpiece! I would not think plywood could look that good! The logistics alone are mind boggling to me. The only hands on training I've had was shop class in junior high. Everything else I've learned from books and UA-cam university. My dyslexic with my numbers. I get the right answers but it's a lot harder for me. You would probably get a chuckle watching me work.
I'm filled with arthritis and carpal tunnel just to name a few things wrong with me. I struggle to get things done. I'm absolutely humbled watching you work around. I don't normally make mention of disabilities but I have to say watching you work is inspiring.
What a fantastic comment thank you.
So happy to hear from you and to know I have inspired you in some way, let alone given you an opportunity to chat about your conditions.
My videos mostly show the parts of a build that go to plan (there was no plan on this one) and just like you, I have several moments every day where I amuse myself with antics and situations. There is proof in the Tambour Cabinet video which has bloopers at the end.
FYI, I could have made a full video on Orb Chair bloopers.
Have a terrific week and enjoy your workshop.
Merry Christmas
James
@onehandedmaker definitely show mistakes please. When I see other people make mistakes, it's a lesson all on it's own 2 ways...what not to do and how to correct it. Woodworking is a learning process that comes by learning the rules, understanding the issues like pre-drilling greatly reduces splitting. It also comes from experiments and experiences. This is how I learn.
This is so cool! What a fantastic looking design you have made with this, and a very interesting process. Thank you for sharing! What do you think of it comfort wise? It looks very nice for an alert activity like chess, how is it to relax in?
Thanks For watching the Orb Chair video.
I was aiming for a sink into feel lounge chair... but its more like an interesting comfortable chair. I'ts definitely not "fall to sleep in" type of comfy!
Regards James
Wow, thats an incredible chair James. Seems like a real brain buster! I think my brain might have melted out my ears if i tried to figure out even half of that. I think the base is a perfect match for the chair🤌
Good to hear from you Dylan.
Thanks for watching and the upvote on the base, 2 out of 3 like the base so far.
Your latest chair build is outstanding and well received on YT.
Hope to catch up one day.
Regards James
P.S. I'm still recovering from the design/build process.
Wow. The base is perfect. Its actually a work of art as well as a piece of furniture. Its beautiful
Hi Donald,
Thank you so much for watching the video and your great comment.
The chair is getting a lot of amazing comments including yours, much appreciated.
James
Obviously this is a beautiful chair, but what a beautiful mind you’ve got! Bravo!
Thanks David, for acknowledging the time I spent imagining the design.
FYI too many project thoughts and not enough time to do them all.
Have a fantastic week.
James
What you have learned to accomplish with one arm gives hope to those of us with limited talent to at least try.❤
Thanks for watching my channel, Diamond.
That is a really good way of looking at what I create and how I do it, and I agree. Even though I create videos to capture the story of my creativity, it appears to have a real positive impact on some viewers.
I too learn from every woodworking video I watch.
Have a beautiful week.
James
Yhat is a beautiful chair and appears to be comfortable to sit in. I was amazed at your craftsmanship and ingenious methods. I like the base.
Thank you so much for the comment and I appreciate you enjoyed the build.
Have an outstanding day.
James
that is the work of a craftsman, well done sir. love the base of the chair too
@randywright7933 Thanks Randy.
I truly appreciate your comment and view. One up vote for the base!
Regards and have a wonderful day.
James
I love the ways you use to get things done, speaking as a Disabled person myself.
Thanks Chris.
We do things differently from time to time when our disability requires and challenges our imagination to find the best workaround.
Thank you for noticing and watching my video .
Regards James
Love the orb flag!
Yes, the Orb Flag was so helpful in keeping the ribs circular and was also an interesting facet to the story.
Thank you for watching my video.
Regards James
Wow! This looks so neat and stylish, I'm a big fan of the organic shapes in furniture, and this scratches that itch perfectly. Great job!
Thank you for taking the time to watch my video and I agree, even the design and build were more organic and free from.
Happy to have eased the itch.
James
Wonderful piece!
Wonderful to hear you like it.
Many thanks - James
That is amazing. Beautiful mid-century design.
Thank you so much for your kind words, I'm glad you like the Orb Chair.
I agree it does have that vibe.
Have a wonderful Christmas.
James
dude. i have no excuses going into 2025. if i get frustrated or overwhelmed and think i can't do something...you've just reminded me that i CAN do it. I hope that comes out and is interpreted the right way🤦🏻♂️.
Fantastic build, great job. I just subscribed. Keep up the great work! 👊🏻
Hi Seth. Sub back and great comment, thanks.
FYI, there were plenty of days where I thought I couldn't on this one but I pushed through.
Regards James
Brilliant work, James.
@philipkesby8851 Thanks Phil.
Hope you are doing well and Merry Christmas.
Thanks James. Back at you as well.
Just spent a day with Rodney and Jenny. Heading up to Hat Head and SWR for a couple of weeks. You are looking well. Wishing you a great Christmas
Another masterpiece.... hi to Jo from kylie from work x
@reejoyce6305 Thanks Kylie.
We were waiting on your comment. Merry Christmas from Jo and I.
I love the chair. So beautiful and you've inspired me feel that I'm without excuse for not making the art that I feel. Thank you! I love it! Keep the base.
Thank you so much for your inspiring comment, Bruce.
The base is staying!
Enjoy your creativity my friend.
Regards James
Love the creativity. It came out great!
Thankyou so much, just watching your van build video. Looks cool,
Regards James
In my spare time I can make short versions of your videos. You can share them on your social media channels. I appreciate your hard work.
That's so kind of you, I really appreciate the offer, I'm not looking to expand onto other platforms at the moment.
I will contact you if things change.
Regards James
@@onehandedmaker I don't expect any payment for this. I'm offering to help as a small token of my appreciation.
Brilliant design and execution. A truly unique and beautiful chair!
Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and appreciate the chair, Frank.
Have a wonderful day.
James
Wow, absolutely gorgeous chair.
@Richard-vw8no Hi Richard.
Thank you very much for watching my channel and have a great day.
James
I´m so impressed ! What a beautiful design. Not forgetting the level of skills employed.
Thank you very much!
Regards James
Отлично, дружище! Восхищаюсь силой духа и добросовестным отношением. Ты - настоящий мужик.
That's the most beautiful chair I've ever seen.
Thanks Arlene
The amazing response and comments to my video is humbling.
Have a wonderful Christmas.
Regards James
Очень красивое кресло. Оно похоже на шахматную фигуру) На шахматную ладью)
Hi to Ukraine.
It does now you point It out. I'm going to tell visitors that it's designed on a chess rook thanks my Ukraine subscriber.
Have a wonderful day and may 2025 bring you peace and happiness.
Warm regards James
@@onehandedmaker, это ладья в египетском стиле, я так её вижу) Ладья египетского фараона)
Джеймс, спасибо вам за ваши пожелания, Киев и вся Украина верит, что всё будет хорошо)
А вам я желаю крепкого здоровья, удачи, успехов, финансового благополучия и вдохновения в вашем творчестве.
Awesome build with a unique design 👍
@ping170 Thanks Ping. It's very rewarding to get your comment after months of work and weeks of video editing.
Warm regards
James
@@onehandedmaker A well deserved reward then after this load of hard work !
Absolutely stunning craftsmanship and design museum quality for sure
@gaylerichardson900 Thanks Gayle.
Wonderfully encouraging comment.
Have a wonderful day.
James
What an incredible work of art. Thanks for sharing.
@paulhedman7387 Glad to hear from you Paul. I appreciate the view and the comment.
Regards James
I think the chair is a unique and amazing as you are!
@xzytqweo3538 What a beautiful compliment thank you so very much.
Have a wonderful day.
James
A master work of art. I love the base of the chair and I think it goes very well with the top, but is the superposition stable? Bravo
The wooden chair is unique and beautiful
Thanks An.
Your channel looks very interesting and I will have a look and subscribe.
Regards James
great work
It's very rewarding to get your comment.
Regards James
Stunning!
@@fortmacmom3122 Thanks for your comment and checking out my channel.
Regards James
Bloody good work mate. Well done
@@GlassonDesignStudio Appreciate your comment and view.
Regards James
The base works and looks great. Excellent job!
Thanks for responding about the base Ken, it has created more discussion than expected.
Kind regards
James
magnifique chapeau monsieur
Merci, je suis tellement contente que ça vous plaise.
James -
Unique concept and stunning execution. Well done, Sir.
Thanks for watching my channel, I appreciate your comment.
Regards James
I like the design of the base but I think it should be made of hardwood instead of ply.
Hi Tom.
Just subscribed to your channel and will have a look.
Honestly, I don't like ply.. well the crap they sell in Australia.
As for the base, it isn't attached permanently yet, so I might redo it in timber? Maybe.
Have an amazing day
Regards James
this is beautiful and i love the base too! it all fits together beautifully. many thanks for a wonderful project and video!!!!
I agree, the base makes the chair! It places it on a pedestal and compliments the curves but not overpowering.
Have a lovely day Dee.
James
Great work. Some innovative solutions to the problems faced. That came out really well.
Thank you very much!
Ok, I have to admit. That chair is wicked.
Thank you for watching my video and the comment.
Absolutely amazing work!!!
Thanks Bob.
Appreciate your comment and view.
Regards James
I am gob smacked. This is an absolutely beautiful design. Well done, sir.
Thank you for the kind words, I'm glad you enjoyed the design.
Have an amazing day.
James
Absolutely magnificence mate well done you should be very proud of this on.
@Jamessmithwoodworking Thanks James.
I'm really happy with the outcome.
Regards James
Very impressive. Not sure I care for the exposed plywood edges but still an incredible build. Well done.
Thanks Andrew.
Appreciate your view and honesty. It was a huge mind battle to use plywood, and I only say the word "ply" once in the video because I was nervous about how it would be received.
Imagine the time trying to laminate the ribs in timber.
Have a great day.
James
Amazingly well done. I feel a little lazy right now. You made my day.
Glad I could help and thanks for watching my video.
I am intentionally lazy after the Orb Chair build marathon.
Just tidying the workshop and answering comments.
Warm regards James
This is amazing my friend. You are some kind of super engineer. Nice one and thanks from the uk.
Phenomenal!
@carmicha Thank you very much.
James
Very beautiful work.
Thanks, I'm glad you like it!
Have a wonderful day.
James
Impression. A lot of thanks for you perfectionism. 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
It is a pleasure to share my work with you Sergey.
I hope you have a fantastic week.
Regards James
I watched all of your videos in just two days and I pinned your channel on my browser. I have been following your subscriber count for the last few days. Just noticed that you have hit 3000 subscribers. Congratulations!
Thanks for the support and kind words Amrinder, it means a lot to me.
Considering I do all the camera work, record the music, and edit my videos, do you think they are improving? If you could change one element, what would you do?
Have an amazing week.
Regards James
Awesome chair and the Base ist Just perfect!!❤
Thanks for taking the time to watch my channel and the upvote for the base.
Have an amazing day.
James
Incredible work, thanks for taking us along.
@zero_____given You are more than welcome and happy to hear you enjoyed the journey.
Have a tremendous day.
James
@onehandedmaker Thank you ,hope you have a great day also.
I like the base and the whol chair
Thanks Randy.
Fantastic to hear from you.
Have a awesome day/week/year.
James
This is awesome! I would love to build this! Beautiful work Sir! 🙏
Thank you for the kind words, I'm glad you enjoyed the build. If you make one, please share pictures.
Merry Christmas.
James
Man! This chair is a masterpiece! I'd shake your hand! I like the shape, and the material. I apologise for my English, I write through a translator.
Thanks for checking out my channel and your translation is good.
Have an amazing day
James
Inspiring ! Thank you.
@@feebeejeebees Thanks for watching my channel.
Have a wonderful day.
James
Beautiful. Earned a new subscriber today :)
Thank you so much for your kind words and welcome to the channel!
Love your logo.
James
The chair is beautiful by the way. Forgot to say that previously......
Thanks for both comments. I have to admit it looks even better in real life. Hard to capture all the details in a photo.
Have a wonderful day.
James