if you would like an old secret about cracks.....use a vacuum cleaner and tape on the bottom side. the vacuum will suck the resin/glue/water/stain deeper into the wood.... the tape is to direct the vacuum.... tape the backside around the vacuum hose opening and as if youre sealing the hose but add extra so it doesnt suck air from "around the corner" or 2" away.... think 6"x6" of tape with a 2" vacuum hose in the middle...youll suck air through the wood... now tape around the crack so air will go through the crack but not the tape...... and fill the crack with epoxy/glue or whatever like normal the vacuum works in all directions so itll work 90 degrees off / around the corner too...just use tape ror whatever to direct the flow of air...its kinda like ducts in a computer...except not free flowing... but...it does work and work well.... i use it for epoxy embedding anchors and strengthening the wood around the anchors... thin liquids move a lot further through the wood and can be directed a bit.... took a lot of playing to make it a science but only a little fiddling will show it should work well for you..... best part it only takes a couple seconds to set up...some woods that epoxy will move fast and far as the wood acts more like a sponge than youd ever believe (vacuum is a strange powerful thing)
possible problems:...it can work too good..... usually you can turn the vac on for just a few seconds to get epoxy to the bottom of a crack. a few seconds more to make sure it gets inside the wood a bit.... a few seconds more and its fully impregnated the wood all the way through effecting color a few seconds more and the wood is now and forever a hardened fiberglass sponge (my goal). hard dense woods are still sponges...and very spongy/absorbent..... a 7hp vacuum table will suck hard enough to hold 12" of mdf down like its clamped..... 7hp is enough/needed to hold all 4ft x 8ft x24 sheets of 1/2"...... a shop vac is tons for a crack or plug...sometimes too much if my adhd kicks in
Nice of you to admit you f@#$d up about Taiwan. Now Chinese government is after you. I hear they're really nasty this time of the year. I really enjoyed you wood working vidoes
genuine shout out to scott and people like scott. It can be SUPER hard to tell a craftsman they did a bad/poor job on something but it really helps everyone learn at the end of the day.
That part where Scott said to redo the peg was staged. You could tell because he purposely made that peg smaller so he could drill it out. I’m thinking a-lot of the back and forth with Scott is staged for comedic effect.
There was more to that hole actually. It was filled early with wood, then epoxy from the back side leaked down and stained around the edge. You can see how it’s black around the outside. And I assure you I didn’t think that far ahead for the videos sake 👍🏼
That little switcharoo with the natural dot vs the plug dot with the "so f*#k off" was absolutely genius! Beautiful work as always. Your patience and dedication to perfection is very inspirational
As far as updating the customer. I use to build houses. I gave them a weekly progress report every Friday. At first I thought it was a pain, but then realized I was setting expectations, and was able to answer concerns before they became a 911 problem. I loved all of the pieces, but I have to say, the water fall end table was my favorite. great video.
The touch of adding the waterfall end table at no cost is a wonderful way to do business. The customers had already accepted your mistake and were so excited about the new pieces, so to go the extra mile and add another piece speaks volumes about your character. Brought a smile to my face almost as big as the smile on your customers!
Tbh that is bad business to be too kind to the client and so honest, but thankfully he has a youtube audience to show this. I could never work with sale for this very reason.
If this occupation wasn't so totally draining and absorbing, it would be work. And when all is said and done, the customers SMILE (assuming they've had lots of updates) is why woodworking artist-craftsmen do what we do. When you "fix" an unanticipated challenge on a piece of wood, you didn't fix an "error". It was an unanticipated challenge. Keeps your mind inventive.
Your videographer is on point, between the epoxy jug emptying tip, helping decide to redo the plug and the reminder on the items that go into the crate, he's the real MVP 👍
Helping carry heavy slab of wood, lol. And the videos are not boring! That's probably the main thing, but since he has that UA-cam course he probably should have good videos. Lol
There is something incredibly relaxing about watching your videos. Maybe because I’ve done a lot of woodworking, but more framing than finish work. . There’s just something organic in working with wood. Add to the experience your narration is perfectly calming, I find I can’t stop watching.
Leaving the mistakes in, is why I come back to this channel. Im a toolmaker apprentice, and I learn probably more from the mistakes than the successes. Kudos Master!
@salamiwurst9636 basic or not, you will mess up regardless, especially the more confident you get, basic mistakes will happen again, best examples are in works with machines that are dangerous, the most amount of accidents happen with workers that have worked on the machine for a while since they have grown used to it
Hej Cam, Just finished my first table. Turned out great as I followed most of your tips. Fun fact, the guy I bought the slabs from here i Sweden was ”oh, do you watch Blacktail on UA-cam”, and i was ”oh, ya- totally” Also, stop making it look so easy! It’s a ton of work. 😅 Keep up the good videos!
to be fair, they're not tips, they're techniques. A tip would be "put your off hand on the back of your drill to keep it steady" or something to that effect
I’m a disabled veteran and haven’t been able to work in over 13 years. I have a 32’ x 56’ garage that I was planning to convert to a wood workshop. I’ve been fascinated with making acrylic tables. I just came across your UA-cam page. I find it wonderful that you show both the failures along with your successes. Thank you.
I will have officially considered myself to have made it when I can afford to put one of your tables in my house. Beautiful craftsmanship. Really enjoy watching you do your craft!
I love how Scott waits until you've screwed the top to the crate (after adding the maintenance spray) to ask if you remembered the coasters!!! Perfect!!
This is your best work yet. I actually laughed out loud a couple times, which almost never happens. Kudos for involving your cameraman more. He's a great counterpoint to your high level energy.
I just found your UA-cam site today, and have watched five of your videos now. I’m a 70-year-old grandma and I have fallen in love with your work! But my favorite part of watching you, is your integrity with your customers. I can see why they’re so happy with what you do. Not only are you skilled and do an amazingly beautiful work, but how you do it, the skill you put into it, and how you think of them first, I really find admirable. I have subscribed to your station, obviously. And look forward to watching more of what you accomplish.
I just found his channel yesterday, and hit subscribe on that first video and so glad that I did. Your comment is so well said and right on the money, couldn't agree more. What gorgeous pieces of furniture!
This has been my favorite video you've done lately. Mostly because of your transparency and honesty about the mistakes made and the steps taken to resolve them. All of the pieces are beautiful and I applaud you for throwing in the end table at no cost. Keep up the great work.
The console table detail was my favourite but having to open up the crate again made me smile. I love your ethics and morals. Being open and honest about both triumphs and challenges
Surprise end table. This was an absolute masterpiece. Not just the tables, (which were a home run as usual) but the editing and storytelling was on point. More 30+ minute long videos please! This was phenomenal!!!
Huge ups to Goby for coming through to help fix this, very rare to find suppliers that are willing to go to those lengths to help a customer. Awesome work Cam!
This particular customer gives them tons of free advertising on top of probably being one of their most frequent customers. I'm not at all surprised to see them bend over backwards to help him out, it's good business.
I just cannot overstate how good your scripting is. I can watch forty minutes of you doing a table, and never once do I think "OH GOD SHUT UP I'M NOT HERE TO LISTEN TO YOU DISCOVER HOW MUCH YOU LIKE YOUR OWN VOICE" because it's all good, smart, funny, pained narration.
agree, i wouldn't say he's the best most pleasant voiced narrator ever but it fits the video perfectly and makes it all very enjoyable! reminds me of the lockpicking lawyer a bit
@@BlacktailStudio then you have the gift of "thinking in the moment about whether you're about to say needs to be said or brings value to the listener, or whether you are simply making sounds and indulging your desire to make sounds." What a RARE gift, and how lucky you are to have it!
Table number one is truly a masterpiece...at first I thought it was exaggerated but man it really looks like a $30,000 table...I offer you my respects and greetings from Nashville
The end table…was such a nice table as well as a wonderfully generous gift to reinforce your gratitude for their patience. The coasters were great too! Nice work as always, Cam!
Desk. So glad the clients finally got their tables. Props to them for sticking with you through all this and huge props to you for refusing to back down and ending up with a beautiful set of furniture. They turned out amazing!
I have been a carpenter for ten years... haven't seen or had a problem with anything you've done as of yet...loved watching you, learning from you and seeing you learn. The issue I have is "nobody likes sanding". To me it's the pre finish, it's relaxing and therapeutic. It's where you get to prep all your work for the finale.. This was a stellar project sir! Props on the fortitude to see it out!
same here i really like the first table as well as the little one he gave for free. class act... the trick with the hole he plugged was funny, i agree with the host, haters can f*ck off, go somewhere else.... lol!!!
Tiny, almost invisible defects etc, and the decision making as to wether to fix or not. In the end I’m also a perfectionist and this is what people are paying for. Absolutely beautiful work.
It’s hard to pick a favorite table! But…. The console table is absolutely stunning! Every time I watch a video of yours I get this crazy itch to create one. But I don’t have any of the products and it’s outside of my wheelhouse, so I find a way to talk myself out of it. But your work is beyond gorgeous, unbelievable quality, and one of two channels that make me want to improve every video I watch! Thank you for sharing all your tips, mistakes, lessons, and failures! Your authenticity and humor makes you one of my favorites to watch. Even over and over again!
I don't know of anyone like you on YT at all. You are a craftsman, woodworker, designer, artist and story teller. Each video, each piece has a story, and you tell it wonderfully. I thoroughly and truly enjoy your work. You are the walking proof of the old adage - just be yourself. Thank you, Art from Ohio
Hi! I’ve watched about 10 of your videos, but this was the first one I came across, and I’m absolutely blown away by your approach, your passion for your work, and your care for your clients. I think this is the best piece of wood you’ve worked on, probably because it’s the most challenging one, but that’s just my opinion. And yeah, I’ve rewatched this video two or three times, and every time I get those amazing feelings. You know, I’m not a professional in this field, but it’s the best thing I’ve seen on UA-cam. Man, you’re the best, and I hope your passion and inspiration stay with you for many years to come!
I am late to the party, but I just want to say that redoing that last plug was so worth it. The previous one was way too tan. The new plug was perfect; same hue, same little tiny dots that followed the grain. It really is true; nobody really likes redoing things, but sometimes a redo, even a small one, can make all the difference. Also, really liking the Scott cameos.
The dining table was definitely my favorite but they were all gorgeous. The sheer amount of integrity, hard work, dedication, and professionalism you have shown in this little two/three video series is incredible and really shows why you have had as much success as you have. Have you ever tried doing an L desk for like an office space? I think that would turn out absolutely gorgeous.
I rarely write comments, but this content is premium. Your skills, footage, humor and personality are so great. Even if I don't watch woodworking videos very often, I had such a great time discovering your job within these 40 mins. And buyers are adorable.
My first viewing of your videos and I must say after working on a 15th century home in central France for the past 6 years, now at the age of 71 makes it all worth while. Thank you so much for making your video so enjoyable and worthwhile for me to take the time away from my project, you have given me the push to complete my what seems never ending journey. Thank you Gerry now from Boussac in Central France
As a fellow woodworker, it happens. That is all. This is the first video I have found of yours. Your attention to detail is amazing. I look forward to watching more of your videos.
Love how he promotes and supports other content providers or suppliers in his industry... leading the way and bringing along whomever he can... its just awesome. I hope someday I can own a piece of your work, they are inspiring!
i liked ALL of the tables but the sweetest thing of all was the free side table. Not only was it beautiful, but it was also extremely thoughtful and i bet highly appreciated
Dining table. This has to be one of my favorite videos you've made in recent memory if ever, it had everything: client interaction, constructive criticism from you own in-house quality control aka Scott, of course beautiful meticulous woodworking, bloopers, and just some really funny moments. Honestly I really enjoy the tongue-in-cheek witty and sometimes self-deprecating comedic one liners you pepper in there it makes the process so much more enjoyable to watch!
The plugs you did, Scott was soooo right about having you redo that second one! The first one was almost completely invisible. The second one was bright as the sun compared to the natural wood it went in! When you redid it, I couldn’t even see either one of them compared to the natural dot that was there! Awesome job !!!! I love watching this channel… I don’t know HOW I missed this redemption video!
I actually liked the most that small table 35:30 that you added as a gift. The fact that it is mostly made with black epoxy (looks like it) just feels nice. It's not wood that is the main part of the build, it's black epoxy. Wood there is just like filling what's missing. Epoxy and wood switched their rolls of who is filling up who.
I make clothes and I was so struck by your sentiment of "you will always regret not fixing something, you'll never regret the time it took to fix the mistake". I'm going to carry that with me when I sew - I love learning from you, even though we don't participate in the same craft!!!
I'm in metalworking and I apply the same rule to my work. Every time you know better about something but ignore it, you're gambling on shortcuts and your own expectations don't have authority. As the professional, you should look closer than the customer, that how you make sure he never spots something inadequate, or worse, thinking it's not great enough but just silently looking for somebody else to work with.
I love the waterfall end table!! All are gorgeous, of course. My 15 year old son has been deeply enjoying his Construction Tech class this past semester. He built me a beautiful keepsake box, side table, speaker box, folding chair, and we’ve been searching out wood online for future projects. Thanks for sharing your passion!🥰
I have to say, I was a Supervisor for several large lumber manufacturers and every single place we used Wagner moisture meters. Absolutely the best products.
If I commissioned a 30k project I would expect updates but daily is a bit extreme. I would be happy with weekly updates, maybe a bit more often as it gets nearer to completion. I love your dedication to your craft and making sure everything is as close to perfect as you can (or mother nature lets you!).
@@refactorear yeah, if your dropping that on a long lead time order of that cost...things are probably going pretty ok in life. As excited you'd be to get it, theres probably a whole lot more pressing matters needing attention day to day that allow you to make that kind of purchase.
@@mtmadigan82- well, the new owners didn't really exude enthusiasm and excitement. It was just like, ok it's done... next. Me, I've never had $30 000 in my life yet. I would be over the moon with a $300 table😀
@@friendlypiranha774 How did you want them to exude enthusiasm and excitement, do backflips and celebrate by popping a champagne bottle? Not sure if its a european/american culture difference but Id also react in that exact way, they were clearly happy with the end result.
Love what Scott's work has done for your cinematography game. Content was always nice, but you really just cannot beat a good dedicated editor. Looks good (tables and video).
I've watched so many of your videos but this one has got to be my favourite. Love hearing about the mistakes, the humour is fantastic and Scott's editing and presence is *chef kiss*.
I used to have a small creative business, and one of the worst overheads was damage in the mail, even when I used heaps of protective packaging. I guess you just insure the living heck out of this when it heads off to Europe. Also, I bought a bicycle in France and I'm in Australia - and the shipping companies wanted $2,500+ for shipping. What in the heck is this going to cost to ship at that weight!? It could be more than the cost of the tables.
I’ve never done woodworking, or any kind of craftsmanship, yet I sit through all of your videos completely fascinated and entertained. You’re naturally funny, and I really respect how humble you are and how often you accept and reflect on mistakes you made so that you can learn from them.
I like seeing the team work between you two. You can feel the seriousness of creating amazing art by professionals, and yet you don't take yourself as serious 👍🏻. Great style 😎
Ihre Wortwahl und Ihre Wertschätzung für andere Menschen ist ganz besonders - Sie sind ein feine Seele und produzieren hervorragende Möbelstücke!!! Liebe Grüße aus Österreich - Andreas
That dining table is to die for! Thank you for sharing your craft. You'll not believe this, but I usually watch your work to relax and sharpen my creativity beyond woodworking.
The end table is my favorite of the three. As someone who works in Logistics, would love some more footage and/or insight into how you crate up such masterpieces and ship them around the world. Excellent work once again. Cheers.
Bruh, I can’t pick just one of those tables, they are all absolutely glorious. I’m glad you were able to fix the issue for your clients. They looked very happy with you work and to hear them tell you that they are happy with your work is cool…
Table 3. This was the most entertaining video you've ever put out. The look of actual terror on your face when that sander took off! keeping your mistakes in these videos are what make them so good! Scott should make a compilation video of all your biggest mistakes.
The consult table is my favorite, and the fact that you gave them the end table was wonderful. I’m a novice at all this, but I love watching these videos. Thank you very much.
The end table was high on my appreciation list but the table that the bullet in it. Absolutely beautiful work,my favorite is every one of them. Thank you for your videos. A pleasure to watch late at night.
Your little sneak clip of the jointer catching the fingers literally sent a insane shock through my body. I have had a few of accidents on my hands before so it was an automatic reflex.
Consult table is my favorite. I'm really more amazed at the fact that the clients were all good with waiting and such. They were richly rewarded for their patience.
Just found your channel, I don't know anything about wood or woodworking. But I love the natural grain and the way you do it seems to be done with so much love... Thank you.
Cam, this project is THE BEST one you've ever done. Especially considering all the challenges you had with it. Absolutely beautiful and I really can't pick out a favorite.
That first table shown with the spider legs is just astounding. I can imagine an entire homes design language be based on that one piece of furniture. It's absolutely gorgeous.
So first of all, the dining table, the hall table and the desk are pretty much what I have come to expect from your work, so, while I am impressed with your work, imagination, attention to detail, and refusal to settle for anything but a work of beauty, I'm not all that surprised. Looks just as beautiful as everything else I have seen on this channel. The end table? That is a different story. I'm always in awe when you come up with something just a little different. your "warped" end table and now this. Just a thing of beauty. Watching your channel has inspired me to start working on wood/epoxy tables of my own. Quite a smaller scale tho. My current is a river table with a tiny submerged submarine. (for my grandson who serves in the Navy as a sonar operator on a sub.) Thank you for the inspiration and confidence.
Of course I love them all but the last table I think you said console table was outstanding. The lines of grain was beautiful. Giving them the waterfall table was so so sweet of you. And the coasters also. Your work is always outstanding.
I love that “look” on your face when you’re asked “did you add the maintenance spray?” Priceless. And I love when people give full disclosure of good and bad moments. This video made me subscribe. Can’t wait for what’s next.
I really enjoy the answers you provide to the folks who feel they have to offer an opinion on everything you do (as if the cost agreed upon is any of their business). Great job and look fwd to seeing future projects coming out of the shop.
Really I can't choose my favorite. Like, dining table is giving master piece, main attraction of the dining room, but desk is giving powerful mind, and console is on the delicate and chic addition, it's so amazing what you did
As the saying goes brother - good things come to those who wait. Again...I commend your professionalism in making sure your customers are totally satisfied in the end. The extra end table you offered was a very nice touch indeed! Cheers!!
I love the console tabletop, and the dining table base. But it’s the update schedule I want to speak to: my youngest daughter is an iconographer, and for her most recent work, she promised me daily photographic updates. If she missed a day for any reason, I was so sad. Those photos gave me such a strong sense of participation in her creative process. I’m sure your customers feel the same. You allow them to be part of creating their home’s atmosphere.
My favorite is the console table. The corner with the floating wood chunk is amazing. As to the character of the wood the dining table takes top nod. You were a joy to watch and to listen to. No distracting music. Just the hum of the woodshop itself. Congrats! Your clients looked very happy! 🤗
I love all four, but I’m blown away by the way that you “floated” the corner into the console table. Very impressive! How did you make the “extra” end table? Did you make a video of that? It’s like an optical illusion … just flowing over the edge of the table top into the supporting end! I know that you’re fairly self deprecating, but I think your talent is immense! My Dad was a carpenter/joiner and 60+ years ago, I was his “apprentice” and I knew the difference between all his handsaws and learnt to appreciate how beautiful wood grain was. I wish he was still alive to watch your channel.😢. He’s someone else who would appreciate the detail you go to (like matching grain and colour for the tiny wooden plugs) and he taught me how to pay attention to detail! He used to say “if a things worth doing, it’s worth doing well!”! Like me, he would love your work! Hazel (Manchester, England)
Dude! I just binged both Part I and this video. I've seen your videos before. But, how you engaged with us, trolled the trolls, and the ethic you have with your work and clients is truly astounding. I too am in Portland, and just starting on my first panel glue up for a butcher block kitchen counter. I've learned so much just about the prep from your videos. Thank you.
I literally cackled, because I was looking and thinking “eeeeehhhhh that may be worth redoing again, it’s still pretty visible” only for him to clap back perfectly
18:14 Here's a tip for these tough decisions: Cut the opposite end first, leaving as much material on as possible, so you can see in advance if going to the absolute limit on the end you want to trim off would be acceptable. If not, walk it inward, always trimming a bit off the least acceptable end each time. You don't want to cut deep on one end just to find out that the opposite end is problematic afterward. Stop walking it once you are happy with both ends or you've hit the limit of what you can remove, because now you've found the ideal balance.
I stumbled onto this vid much like I did one other time. I didn't subscribe at that time but I did this time. I liked the end table, it was probably the only thing I could scratch up enough $$$$ to own it. I was watching Matthew Cremona and stumbled onto your work again. It is beautiful stuff. My Dad was a self employed carpenter builder of nice family homes. Occasionally he would turn artistic and produce a really unusual wood product. I don't have that gene. I do alot of stuff: welding, machining, remodeling a bath room, a little auto body but at 82 I just don't have the muscle control I once had. So I enjoy other folks productions: like yours.....!!!!!!!
I know zip about woodworking and have no intention of making anything but your skill is mesmerizing and I keep coming back to your channel to watch you create amazing art. Your humor is the best and makes me appreciate that you don't take yourself too seriously. Your 'Fan of the Week' makes me appreciate that you don't take your critics too seriously either. You do amazing work, thanks for sharing it with us!
Dining table. This was a great follow up, I’m thrilled to see how those pieces came out they were absolutely beautiful and I hope your customers truly appreciate everything that went into them (they seem like the type who do)
Absolutely loved the dining table 👏 In one of your videos about 2 years ago, you provided quite a bit of background about the actual tree the slabs came from. That was totally amazing. Not sure its typically feasible to trace the origins, but I wish you'd do that more often.
Sorry about the long wait between videos everyone! Spring sale link: n3nano.com/pages/spring-sale
Well worth the wait 👌
if you would like an old secret about cracks.....use a vacuum cleaner and tape on the bottom side.
the vacuum will suck the resin/glue/water/stain deeper into the wood....
the tape is to direct the vacuum....
tape the backside around the vacuum hose opening and as if youre sealing the hose but add extra so it doesnt suck air from "around the corner" or 2" away....
think 6"x6" of tape with a 2" vacuum hose in the middle...youll suck air through the wood...
now tape around the crack so air will go through the crack but not the tape......
and fill the crack with epoxy/glue or whatever like normal
the vacuum works in all directions so itll work 90 degrees off / around the corner too...just use tape ror whatever to direct the flow of air...its kinda like ducts in a computer...except not free flowing...
but...it does work and work well....
i use it for epoxy embedding anchors and strengthening the wood around the anchors...
thin liquids move a lot further through the wood and can be directed a bit....
took a lot of playing to make it a science
but only a little fiddling will show it should work well for you.....
best part it only takes a couple seconds to set up...some woods that epoxy will move fast and far as the wood acts more like a sponge than youd ever believe (vacuum is a strange powerful thing)
possible problems:...it can work too good.....
usually you can turn the vac on for just a few seconds to get epoxy to the bottom of a crack.
a few seconds more to make sure it gets inside the wood a bit....
a few seconds more and its fully impregnated the wood all the way through effecting color
a few seconds more and the wood is now and forever a hardened fiberglass sponge (my goal).
hard dense woods are still sponges...and very spongy/absorbent.....
a 7hp vacuum table will suck hard enough to hold 12" of mdf down like its clamped.....
7hp is enough/needed to hold all 4ft x 8ft x24 sheets of 1/2"......
a shop vac is tons for a crack or plug...sometimes too much if my adhd kicks in
Nice of you to admit you f@#$d up about Taiwan. Now Chinese government is after you. I hear they're really nasty this time of the year. I really enjoyed you wood working vidoes
I personally think this is one of your best videos ! So well done and now we see the true ''EYES'' of your work ! All hail CAMERA GUY !
genuine shout out to scott and people like scott. It can be SUPER hard to tell a craftsman they did a bad/poor job on something but it really helps everyone learn at the end of the day.
That part where Scott said to redo the peg was staged. You could tell because he purposely made that peg smaller so he could drill it out. I’m thinking a-lot of the back and forth with Scott is staged for comedic effect.
@@christopherconlon4360 prolly just repeating off canera discussion so we know what's going on
There was more to that hole actually. It was filled early with wood, then epoxy from the back side leaked down and stained around the edge. You can see how it’s black around the outside. And I assure you I didn’t think that far ahead for the videos sake 👍🏼
@@volty3454 most likely.
@@christopherconlon4360 he literally showed him using small plugs at the beginning
Best line - "Got the coasters?"
You and Scott make a great team.
His best and last line...
His face said it all XD
SO funny!! 😆
His face made me chuckle
His face was the best part of that for sure.
That little switcharoo with the natural dot vs the plug dot with the "so f*#k off" was absolutely genius!
Beautiful work as always. Your patience and dedication to perfection is very inspirational
I don't want a surprise I didn't ask for a surprise.
I ASKED how would I go about to commission hire you to carve several pieces for me
I agree
So true!
Got the coasters?... mic drop or dropped by mic guy?
100% the best!
As far as updating the customer. I use to build houses. I gave them a weekly progress report every Friday. At first I thought it was a pain, but then realized I was setting expectations, and was able to answer concerns before they became a 911 problem. I loved all of the pieces, but I have to say, the water fall end table was my favorite. great video.
The touch of adding the waterfall end table at no cost is a wonderful way to do business. The customers had already accepted your mistake and were so excited about the new pieces, so to go the extra mile and add another piece speaks volumes about your character. Brought a smile to my face almost as big as the smile on your customers!
And what an amazing piece that side table
Tbh that is bad business to be too kind to the client and so honest, but thankfully he has a youtube audience to show this. I could never work with sale for this very reason.
@@TheMusicalKnokcers bad take
Sometimes giving away the table isnt for the customers. Its for your own conscience. Its a way of forgiving yourself.
If this occupation wasn't so totally draining and absorbing, it would be work. And when all is said and done, the customers SMILE (assuming they've had lots of updates) is why woodworking artist-craftsmen do what we do.
When you "fix" an unanticipated challenge on a piece of wood, you didn't fix an "error". It was an unanticipated challenge. Keeps your mind inventive.
Your videographer is on point, between the epoxy jug emptying tip, helping decide to redo the plug and the reminder on the items that go into the crate, he's the real MVP 👍
haha, i'm pretty sure the end was just a bit.. but it was funny for sure. Scott is going to take over the channel :)
Helping carry heavy slab of wood, lol. And the videos are not boring! That's probably the main thing, but since he has that UA-cam course he probably should have good videos. Lol
If this one chance doesn't work, can I have all your stuff?
Me first! I need it more... 😂
If you'll hire me
Yes that wood 🪵 be nice 👌
I'll fight you for it!!! 😂
😂😂😂
There is something incredibly relaxing about watching your videos. Maybe because I’ve done a lot of woodworking, but more framing than finish work. . There’s just something organic in working with wood. Add to the experience your narration is perfectly calming, I find I can’t stop watching.
Leaving the mistakes in, is why I come back to this channel. Im a toolmaker apprentice, and I learn probably more from the mistakes than the successes. Kudos Master!
@salamiwurst9636 basic or not, you will mess up regardless, especially the more confident you get, basic mistakes will happen again, best examples are in works with machines that are dangerous, the most amount of accidents happen with workers that have worked on the machine for a while since they have grown used to it
Yeah, but the flying sander is so natural and basic … everything counts!😮😅
Hej Cam,
Just finished my first table. Turned out great as I followed most of your tips. Fun fact, the guy I bought the slabs from here i Sweden was ”oh, do you watch Blacktail on UA-cam”, and i was ”oh, ya- totally”
Also, stop making it look so easy! It’s a ton of work. 😅
Keep up the good videos!
i also started doing the first coffee table.. and this son of a gun is a lot of work :D
to be fair, they're not tips, they're techniques. A tip would be "put your off hand on the back of your drill to keep it steady" or something to that effect
There's a channel, don't recall the name, that builds life size wooden cars. Bugatti and others.
I’m a disabled veteran and haven’t been able to work in over 13 years. I have a 32’ x 56’ garage that I was planning to convert to a wood workshop. I’ve been fascinated with making acrylic tables. I just came across your UA-cam page. I find it wonderful that you show both the failures along with your successes. Thank you.
Hope all goes well on your journey and thank you for your service!
Fair play to ye. Enjoy your projects.
Good luck brother from another 100%’er. Follow your heart and the money will come to ya.
Wish you all the best and that you'll have great success
Hope you can do some wood work. Wood* (would) be nice to have a piece stamped made in the USA by a vet or vets.
I love all four tables, but the greater color variations in the dining table are breathtaking. Kudos to Scott for his candor. ✌️
Videos are getting even better having Scott included, not only for the shots but the added humor and comments. Keep up the awesome work
I was saying it with Scott: "Got the coasters?" Haha! Love your honesty and how thorough you are, Cam. Thanks for the great content!
I will have officially considered myself to have made it when I can afford to put one of your tables in my house. Beautiful craftsmanship. Really enjoy watching you do your craft!
I love how Scott waits until you've screwed the top to the crate (after adding the maintenance spray) to ask if you remembered the coasters!!! Perfect!!
1: Love the longer videos.
2: Loved the sense of humor so pointed in this one!
3. You should always show the bow tie process.
The dining table. Easily the best video you’ve ever made. Love the interaction with Scott, the clients and the story. I love all 3!!
I have no idea why your channel appeared to me, but I'm addicted to watching it.
This is your best work yet. I actually laughed out loud a couple times, which almost never happens. Kudos for involving your cameraman more. He's a great counterpoint to your high level energy.
I just found your UA-cam site today, and have watched five of your videos now. I’m a 70-year-old grandma and I have fallen in love with your work! But my favorite part of watching you, is your integrity with your customers. I can see why they’re so happy with what you do. Not only are you skilled and do an amazingly beautiful work, but how you do it, the skill you put into it, and how you think of them first, I really find admirable. I have subscribed to your station, obviously. And look forward to watching more of what you accomplish.
A 70 year grandma would definitely call this a 'station'... pure gold, both you as well the content here. Wish you good health...
Вы прекрасный специалист и честный человек. Редкое сочетание. Удачи вам и здоровья в ваших трудах.
I just found his channel yesterday, and hit subscribe on that first video and so glad that I did. Your comment is so well said and right on the money, couldn't agree more. What gorgeous pieces of furniture!
This has been my favorite video you've done lately. Mostly because of your transparency and honesty about the mistakes made and the steps taken to resolve them. All of the pieces are beautiful and I applaud you for throwing in the end table at no cost.
Keep up the great work.
and the coasters
The console table detail was my favourite but having to open up the crate again made me smile. I love your ethics and morals. Being open and honest about both triumphs and challenges
Surprise end table. This was an absolute masterpiece. Not just the tables, (which were a home run as usual) but the editing and storytelling was on point. More 30+ minute long videos please! This was phenomenal!!!
Huge ups to Goby for coming through to help fix this, very rare to find suppliers that are willing to go to those lengths to help a customer. Awesome work Cam!
This particular customer gives them tons of free advertising on top of probably being one of their most frequent customers. I'm not at all surprised to see them bend over backwards to help him out, it's good business.
I just cannot overstate how good your scripting is. I can watch forty minutes of you doing a table, and never once do I think "OH GOD SHUT UP I'M NOT HERE TO LISTEN TO YOU DISCOVER HOW MUCH YOU LIKE YOUR OWN VOICE" because it's all good, smart, funny, pained narration.
Couldn't agree more.
agree, i wouldn't say he's the best most pleasant voiced narrator ever but it fits the video perfectly and makes it all very enjoyable!
reminds me of the lockpicking lawyer a bit
Oh thanks! But I can’t write scripts. I just ramble to the microphone
@@BlacktailStudio then you have the gift of "thinking in the moment about whether you're about to say needs to be said or brings value to the listener, or whether you are simply making sounds and indulging your desire to make sounds." What a RARE gift, and how lucky you are to have it!
@@ridercoachdanielle3220 That’s personality not a gift. He’s just a good person with a good personality, and a good touch of sarcasm
Table number one is truly a masterpiece...at first I thought it was exaggerated but man it really looks like a $30,000 table...I offer you my respects and greetings from Nashville
The end table…was such a nice table as well as a wonderfully generous gift to reinforce your gratitude for their patience. The coasters were great too! Nice work as always, Cam!
Desk. So glad the clients finally got their tables. Props to them for sticking with you through all this and huge props to you for refusing to back down and ending up with a beautiful set of furniture. They turned out amazing!
I have been a carpenter for ten years... haven't seen or had a problem with anything you've done as of yet...loved watching you, learning from you and seeing you learn. The issue I have is "nobody likes sanding". To me it's the pre finish, it's relaxing and therapeutic. It's where you get to prep all your work for the finale.. This was a stellar project sir! Props on the fortitude to see it out!
I didn't think I'd be binge watching these shows.
Bravo, sir.
This was what I needed at the end of a long and hectic day
The first table with the gray notes was by far my fav. That and the waterfall end table were amazing. You do great work!!
Oh thanks 😊
same here i really like the first table as well as the little one he gave for free. class act... the trick with the hole he plugged was funny, i agree with the host, haters can f*ck off, go somewhere else.... lol!!!
Tiny, almost invisible defects etc, and the decision making as to wether to fix or not. In the end I’m also a perfectionist and this is what people are paying for. Absolutely beautiful work.
Watching people who are excellent at their craft is so satisfying. I applaud you, Sir.
It’s hard to pick a favorite table! But…. The console table is absolutely stunning! Every time I watch a video of yours I get this crazy itch to create one. But I don’t have any of the products and it’s outside of my wheelhouse, so I find a way to talk myself out of it. But your work is beyond gorgeous, unbelievable quality, and one of two channels that make me want to improve every video I watch! Thank you for sharing all your tips, mistakes, lessons, and failures! Your authenticity and humor makes you one of my favorites to watch. Even over and over again!
I don't know of anyone like you on YT at all. You are a craftsman, woodworker, designer, artist and story teller. Each video, each piece has a story, and you tell it wonderfully. I thoroughly and truly enjoy your work. You are the walking proof of the old adage - just be yourself.
Thank you,
Art from Ohio
That last table definitely looks the best. Love that isolated wooden corner.
Agreed. It has a wonderful flow to the grain.
Agreed
@@geoffwales864637:11 37:11 < 37:11 > 37:11 37:11 >. 37:11 37:11 щ> 37:11 37:11 щл
This is literally therapy. Plus your sense of humour and personality is one of the most genuine and funny things on yt
Hi! I’ve watched about 10 of your videos, but this was the first one I came across, and I’m absolutely blown away by your approach, your passion for your work, and your care for your clients. I think this is the best piece of wood you’ve worked on, probably because it’s the most challenging one, but that’s just my opinion. And yeah, I’ve rewatched this video two or three times, and every time I get those amazing feelings. You know, I’m not a professional in this field, but it’s the best thing I’ve seen on UA-cam. Man, you’re the best, and I hope your passion and inspiration stay with you for many years to come!
I am late to the party, but I just want to say that redoing that last plug was so worth it. The previous one was way too tan. The new plug was perfect; same hue, same little tiny dots that followed the grain. It really is true; nobody really likes redoing things, but sometimes a redo, even a small one, can make all the difference. Also, really liking the Scott cameos.
The dining table was definitely my favorite but they were all gorgeous. The sheer amount of integrity, hard work, dedication, and professionalism you have shown in this little two/three video series is incredible and really shows why you have had as much success as you have. Have you ever tried doing an L desk for like an office space? I think that would turn out absolutely gorgeous.
I rarely write comments, but this content is premium. Your skills, footage, humor and personality are so great. Even if I don't watch woodworking videos very often, I had such a great time discovering your job within these 40 mins. And buyers are adorable.
My first viewing of your videos and I must say after working on a 15th century home in central France for the past 6 years, now at the age of 71 makes it all worth while. Thank you so much for making your video so enjoyable and worthwhile for me to take the time away from my project, you have given me the push to complete my what seems never ending journey. Thank you Gerry now from Boussac in Central France
As a fellow woodworker, it happens. That is all.
This is the first video I have found of yours. Your attention to detail is amazing. I look forward to watching more of your videos.
"Attention to detail", Bob. The difference between a woodworker and a carpenter.
It can't even go in the garbage can had me dying 😆 You were correct to have redone that one plug, looked way better afterwards.
Love how he promotes and supports other content providers or suppliers in his industry... leading the way and bringing along whomever he can... its just awesome. I hope someday I can own a piece of your work, they are inspiring!
i liked ALL of the tables but the sweetest thing of all was the free side table. Not only was it beautiful, but it was also extremely thoughtful and i bet highly appreciated
Dining table. This has to be one of my favorite videos you've made in recent memory if ever, it had everything: client interaction, constructive criticism from you own in-house quality control aka Scott, of course beautiful meticulous woodworking, bloopers, and just some really funny moments. Honestly I really enjoy the tongue-in-cheek witty and sometimes self-deprecating comedic one liners you pepper in there it makes the process so much more enjoyable to watch!
The plugs you did, Scott was soooo right about having you redo that second one! The first one was almost completely invisible. The second one was bright as the sun compared to the natural wood it went in! When you redid it, I couldn’t even see either one of them compared to the natural dot that was there! Awesome job !!!! I love watching this channel… I don’t know HOW I missed this redemption video!
I actually liked the most that small table 35:30 that you added as a gift. The fact that it is mostly made with black epoxy (looks like it) just feels nice. It's not wood that is the main part of the build, it's black epoxy. Wood there is just like filling what's missing. Epoxy and wood switched their rolls of who is filling up who.
Это просто шедевр!!!Как красиво!!!Это чудо!!!Браво!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏
I make clothes and I was so struck by your sentiment of "you will always regret not fixing something, you'll never regret the time it took to fix the mistake". I'm going to carry that with me when I sew - I love learning from you, even though we don't participate in the same craft!!!
I'm in metalworking and I apply the same rule to my work. Every time you know better about something but ignore it, you're gambling on shortcuts and your own expectations don't have authority. As the professional, you should look closer than the customer, that how you make sure he never spots something inadequate, or worse, thinking it's not great enough but just silently looking for somebody else to work with.
"Make sure the camera is rolling and tag me in the comets. " Pure comedic gold, well done sir .
I love the waterfall end table!! All are gorgeous, of course. My 15 year old son has been deeply enjoying his Construction Tech class this past semester. He built me a beautiful keepsake box, side table, speaker box, folding chair, and we’ve been searching out wood online for future projects. Thanks for sharing your passion!🥰
I have to say, I was a Supervisor for several large lumber manufacturers and every single place we used Wagner moisture meters. Absolutely the best products.
If I commissioned a 30k project I would expect updates but daily is a bit extreme. I would be happy with weekly updates, maybe a bit more often as it gets nearer to completion. I love your dedication to your craft and making sure everything is as close to perfect as you can (or mother nature lets you!).
If I commissioned a 30k project overseas it would be the last of my worries. I wouldn't really care about updates until it's done really =)
@@refactorear yeah, if your dropping that on a long lead time order of that cost...things are probably going pretty ok in life. As excited you'd be to get it, theres probably a whole lot more pressing matters needing attention day to day that allow you to make that kind of purchase.
@@mtmadigan82- well, the new owners didn't really exude enthusiasm and excitement. It was just like, ok it's done... next.
Me, I've never had $30 000 in my life yet. I would be over the moon with a $300 table😀
@@friendlypiranha774 How did you want them to exude enthusiasm and excitement, do backflips and celebrate by popping a champagne bottle? Not sure if its a european/american culture difference but Id also react in that exact way, they were clearly happy with the end result.
@@Datoda- handstands. That's what I would have expected... handstands
Love what Scott's work has done for your cinematography game. Content was always nice, but you really just cannot beat a good dedicated editor. Looks good (tables and video).
I've watched so many of your videos but this one has got to be my favourite. Love hearing about the mistakes, the humour is fantastic and Scott's editing and presence is *chef kiss*.
I used to have a small creative business, and one of the worst overheads was damage in the mail, even when I used heaps of protective packaging. I guess you just insure the living heck out of this when it heads off to Europe. Also, I bought a bicycle in France and I'm in Australia - and the shipping companies wanted $2,500+ for shipping. What in the heck is this going to cost to ship at that weight!? It could be more than the cost of the tables.
Good morning. I am Brazilian. I am a retired Marine. I am 76 years old and appreciate your hard, highly professional work.

It is legitimately impossible to decide which table I like better. Each one has something about it that causes it to stand out. Fantastic work.
I’ve never done woodworking, or any kind of craftsmanship, yet I sit through all of your videos completely fascinated and entertained. You’re naturally funny, and I really respect how humble you are and how often you accept and reflect on mistakes you made so that you can learn from them.
Agreed 😊
I like seeing the team work between you two. You can feel the seriousness of creating amazing art by professionals, and yet you don't take yourself as serious 👍🏻. Great style 😎
Ihre Wortwahl und Ihre Wertschätzung für andere Menschen ist ganz besonders - Sie sind ein feine Seele und produzieren hervorragende Möbelstücke!!!
Liebe Grüße aus Österreich - Andreas
That dining table is to die for! Thank you for sharing your craft. You'll not believe this, but I usually watch your work to relax and sharpen my creativity beyond woodworking.
The dining table is absolutely gorgeous. The end table is also amazing. Oh, heck, to be honest all of the pieces are gorgeous.❤
The end table is my favorite of the three.
As someone who works in Logistics, would love some more footage and/or insight into how you crate up such masterpieces and ship them around the world.
Excellent work once again.
Cheers.
Bruh, I can’t pick just one of those tables, they are all absolutely glorious. I’m glad you were able to fix the issue for your clients. They looked very happy with you work and to hear them tell you that they are happy with your work is cool…
Table 3. This was the most entertaining video you've ever put out. The look of actual terror on your face when that sander took off! keeping your mistakes in these videos are what make them so good! Scott should make a compilation video of all your biggest mistakes.
The consult table is my favorite, and the fact that you gave them the end table was wonderful. I’m a novice at all this, but I love watching these videos. Thank you very much.
@@yessanknow302console. Consul is a diplomatic position; the consul is the head officer in a consulate.
The end table was high on my appreciation list but the table that the bullet in it. Absolutely beautiful work,my favorite is every one of them. Thank you for your videos. A pleasure to watch late at night.
Your little sneak clip of the jointer catching the fingers literally sent a insane shock through my body. I have had a few of accidents on my hands before so it was an automatic reflex.
SCAMMER ALERT!!
DO NOT SEND ANY MONEY!!
@@chipchip69 we all know dude. these have existed for the entire life of the internet
@steverossen2816 Some people don't know.
Consult table is my favorite.
I'm really more amazed at the fact that the clients were all good with waiting and such. They were richly rewarded for their patience.
They are all amazing tables! "Comical Cam" and "Sidekick Scott" you guys make an awesome team, great job!
Just found your channel, I don't know anything about wood or woodworking. But I love the natural grain and the way you do it seems to be done with so much love... Thank you.
I LOVED the desk! The "gap" between the 2 pieces of would gives it a very strong look. Almost powerful!
Cam, this project is THE BEST one you've ever done. Especially considering all the challenges you had with it. Absolutely beautiful and I really can't pick out a favorite.
ALL three pieces of furniture turned out great. Your customers were great. Integrity and true craftsmanship were on display. Well done.
The little waterfall table was a lovely surprise - 27:26 was my fave moment 😂 such impressive workmanship
Be careful. There are scammers on here pretending to be the owner of this channel!! DO NOT SEND ANYONE ANY MONEY!!
@selanz9060
That first table shown with the spider legs is just astounding. I can imagine an entire homes design language be based on that one piece of furniture. It's absolutely gorgeous.
That base looks awesome!
So first of all, the dining table, the hall table and the desk are pretty much what I have come to expect from your work, so, while I am impressed with your work, imagination, attention to detail, and refusal to settle for anything but a work of beauty, I'm not all that surprised. Looks just as beautiful as everything else I have seen on this channel. The end table? That is a different story. I'm always in awe when you come up with something just a little different. your "warped" end table and now this. Just a thing of beauty. Watching your channel has inspired me to start working on wood/epoxy tables of my own. Quite a smaller scale tho. My current is a river table with a tiny submerged submarine. (for my grandson who serves in the Navy as a sonar operator on a sub.) Thank you for the inspiration and confidence.
Of course I love them all but the last table I think you said console table was outstanding. The lines of grain was beautiful. Giving them the waterfall table was so so sweet of you. And the coasters also. Your work is always outstanding.
I like the one that had all the grey grain in it. The free end table…. TOTAL class act! Well Done!
I love that “look” on your face when you’re asked “did you add the maintenance spray?” Priceless. And I love when people give full disclosure of good and bad moments. This video made me subscribe. Can’t wait for what’s next.
I really enjoy the answers you provide to the folks who feel they have to offer an opinion on everything you do (as if the cost agreed upon is any of their business). Great job and look fwd to seeing future projects coming out of the shop.
Really I can't choose my favorite. Like, dining table is giving master piece, main attraction of the dining room, but desk is giving powerful mind, and console is on the delicate and chic addition, it's so amazing what you did
As the saying goes brother - good things come to those who wait. Again...I commend your professionalism in making sure your customers are totally satisfied in the end. The extra end table you offered was a very nice touch indeed! Cheers!!
I love the console tabletop, and the dining table base. But it’s the update schedule I want to speak to: my youngest daughter is an iconographer, and for her most recent work, she promised me daily photographic updates. If she missed a day for any reason, I was so sad. Those photos gave me such a strong sense of participation in her creative process. I’m sure your customers feel the same. You allow them to be part of creating their home’s atmosphere.
My favorite is the console table. The corner with the floating wood chunk is amazing. As to the character of the wood the dining table takes top nod. You were a joy to watch and to listen to. No distracting music. Just the hum of the woodshop itself. Congrats! Your clients looked very happy! 🤗
I love all four, but I’m blown away by the way that you “floated” the corner into the console table.
Very impressive!
How did you make the “extra” end table? Did you make a video of that? It’s like an optical illusion … just flowing over the edge of the table top into the supporting end!
I know that you’re fairly self deprecating, but I think your talent is immense!
My Dad was a carpenter/joiner and 60+ years ago, I was his “apprentice” and I knew the difference between all his handsaws and learnt to appreciate how beautiful wood grain was. I wish he was still alive to watch your channel.😢. He’s someone else who would appreciate the detail you go to (like matching grain and colour for the tiny wooden plugs) and he taught me how to pay attention to detail!
He used to say “if a things worth doing, it’s worth doing well!”! Like me, he would love your work!
Hazel
(Manchester, England)
Dude! I just binged both Part I and this video. I've seen your videos before. But, how you engaged with us, trolled the trolls, and the ethic you have with your work and clients is truly astounding. I too am in Portland, and just starting on my first panel glue up for a butcher block kitchen counter. I've learned so much just about the prep from your videos. Thank you.
Absolutely loved the subversion starting at 27:16, these are the best moments of your videos (besides, ya know, the gorgeous woodworking that you do)
I JUST SAW THIS I absolutely knew there'd be a comment, what a perfect moment lmao
99.9% I dont comment. But this was perfect.
I literally cackled, because I was looking and thinking “eeeeehhhhh that may be worth redoing again, it’s still pretty visible” only for him to clap back perfectly
18:14 Here's a tip for these tough decisions: Cut the opposite end first, leaving as much material on as possible, so you can see in advance if going to the absolute limit on the end you want to trim off would be acceptable. If not, walk it inward, always trimming a bit off the least acceptable end each time. You don't want to cut deep on one end just to find out that the opposite end is problematic afterward. Stop walking it once you are happy with both ends or you've hit the limit of what you can remove, because now you've found the ideal balance.
great advice
Exactly. This is the way to know what you’re dealing with.
I think what he’s trying to say is you can always cut a little more off, but he can’t add to.
Can you give me advice how to get a girlfriend?
@@JohnWayne7777 you could try the same advice. Chop your wood off, a little at a time.
I stumbled onto this vid much like I did one other time. I didn't subscribe at that time but I did this time. I liked the end table, it was probably the only thing I could scratch up enough $$$$ to own it. I was watching Matthew Cremona and stumbled onto your work again. It is beautiful stuff. My Dad was a self employed carpenter builder of nice family homes. Occasionally he would turn artistic and produce a really unusual wood product. I don't have that gene. I do alot of stuff: welding, machining, remodeling a bath room, a little auto body but at 82 I just don't have the muscle control I once had. So I enjoy other folks productions: like yours.....!!!!!!!
16:35 That EXACT same thing happened to me with my sander, it gave the worst scare ever 😂
I know zip about woodworking and have no intention of making anything but your skill is mesmerizing and I keep coming back to your channel to watch you create amazing art. Your humor is the best and makes me appreciate that you don't take yourself too seriously. Your 'Fan of the Week' makes me appreciate that you don't take your critics too seriously either. You do amazing work, thanks for sharing it with us!
He makes me want to learn the craft ❤
Dining table. This was a great follow up, I’m thrilled to see how those pieces came out they were absolutely beautiful and I hope your customers truly appreciate everything that went into them (they seem like the type who do)
From my experience, the most wise and skilled craftsmen have learned almost all their lessons the hard way.
@27:25 luv it. i can see your talent and humor ..and how you care.
Hello Julie
Absolutely loved the dining table 👏 In one of your videos about 2 years ago, you provided quite a bit of background about the actual tree the slabs came from. That was totally amazing. Not sure its typically feasible to trace the origins, but I wish you'd do that more often.