More workshop updates (Miter saw stand + organizing)

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  • Опубліковано 29 бер 2024
  • I keep telling myself I’m almost done… but are the shop improvements ever really done?
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  • @flatulentdragon
    @flatulentdragon 2 місяці тому +22

    30K is ABSOLUTELY a big deal! Don't let anyone tell you differently. Congrats!

  • @davidcole333
    @davidcole333 2 місяці тому +2

    I love the miter saw, I've used the same one for many years. I call mine "the big dog." Once you get comfortable with her, she's a gem.

  • @PeterKNoone
    @PeterKNoone 2 місяці тому +12

    Congrats on 30k! You are so adorable, I'd watch you read the newspaper. Your projects are super fun, thanks for making the videos.

  • @PeNGuiNZoMbiEUYA
    @PeNGuiNZoMbiEUYA Місяць тому +1

    You should definitely put those bins… in drawers. Would eliminate dust from there completely, make it look aesthetically cleaner while making it easier to grab things and also allowing take the bins out if desired. Can keep the lids underneath them

  • @nanomedia24
    @nanomedia24 Місяць тому

    Thank you for sharing your workshop updates on UA-cam! Your dedication to improving your space and sharing your progress is truly appreciated. Looking forward to seeing more!

  • @bryanmiranda1643
    @bryanmiranda1643 2 місяці тому +1

    Very encouraging for people who don't all the space in the world for each machine. Great Video!

  • @garrettguitar
    @garrettguitar 2 місяці тому

    I really like all of the roll-away stands you made for the tools plus the latch mechanisms which allow them to be joined for use. Great ideas!

  • @Orion9993
    @Orion9993 2 місяці тому +1

    Congrats in your 30k and a lot more to come. You have a great presence and a great way of explaining things, thank you.

  • @jacktrades5103
    @jacktrades5103 2 місяці тому +3

    I use my scrap wood to make little tiny furniture for my girlfriend's mom to make little model buildings. It's pretty fun, it makes me feel like a giant. Bedside nightstands are nice too. 😆

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому +1

      Honestly, that sounds pretty cool! Great way to test out designs for human sized furniture pieces too...

    • @jacktrades5103
      @jacktrades5103 2 місяці тому

      @@elenamakes I never thought about that, you're right. Holy moly I just got a ton of ideas. Thanks!

  • @mikesmswoodworking
    @mikesmswoodworking 2 місяці тому +2

    Your shop is really coming along nicely. Using up scraps is always a great option for shop fixtures. Sometimes it seems like our scrap pile multiplies when we're not looking 🤣
    Congrats on hitting 30,000 subscribers!!

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Haha I know! I blink and my orderly scrap pile has doubled in size and is strewn all over.

  • @ummcantthinkofone
    @ummcantthinkofone 2 місяці тому

    Congratulations on 30k Elena. I always look forward to your videos. Thanks for sharing.

  • @garywilliams1759
    @garywilliams1759 21 день тому

    Great work. It’s really informative to see an idea go from paper to a finished item. Thank you for sharing 😊

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  20 днів тому

      You are so welcome. Glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @CatFoodPizza
    @CatFoodPizza 2 місяці тому +3

    I would recommend a new Freud blade for the saw and some dry film lubricant for the slides. Makes the saw even nicer to use! Keep up the fun shop work.

    • @lancecarlson1079
      @lancecarlson1079 2 місяці тому +2

      @elenamakes with respect to blades, I would recommend checking out the Insider Carpentry video on saw blades before replacing the blade on your miter saw. Spencer has some good information in there.

  • @JuanPabloContrerasC
    @JuanPabloContrerasC 2 місяці тому +2

    I'll keep tuning in to watch more of ur projects =)
    gratz on the 30k :D

  • @jimrosson6702
    @jimrosson6702 2 місяці тому

    Congratulations on hitting 30k 🎉🍾. The shop is looking great

  • @peterlitwinczuk5403
    @peterlitwinczuk5403 2 місяці тому +1

    Your shop will always be a work in progress, as it will evolve as you gain experience and focus on what you really want to do in there....

  • @kitsuiam852
    @kitsuiam852 2 місяці тому +1

    I just love the wood storage area above the workshop.....nice workbench 🙂💯. ....congrats on 30k🎉

  • @DarrenCorman
    @DarrenCorman 2 місяці тому +6

    You should pick up one of the foam kneeling pads from the lawn and garden section ....makes a huge difference when kneeling on concrete even though they're sold for gardening. lol

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому +2

      Hmm maybe I’ll look into that thanks :)

  • @360playz7
    @360playz7 2 місяці тому

    YO THIS CHANNEL IS FIREE , thank you for inspiring me to get into wood working as a 18 year old boy. your on the algorithm keep it up Elena!

  • @itscrikey
    @itscrikey 2 місяці тому

    Hell yeah 30k! Glad to be a part of it.

  • @shepalderson
    @shepalderson 2 місяці тому +2

    I love the voltron-style workbench with clasps to hold it all together. 😊

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Haha thanks!

    • @shepalderson
      @shepalderson 2 місяці тому

      @@elenamakes I'm considering similar clasps for securing carts in my woodshop trailer, once I get it completed.

  • @DorothyOzmaLover
    @DorothyOzmaLover 2 місяці тому +1

    Nice stand, very pratical in its construction and liking the order to things by the end which I've been putting off so your organization gives some good ideas. Tysm!

  • @LouisWorks
    @LouisWorks 2 місяці тому

    Love to see how your channel is growing. It’s a real encouragement for me in my content creation journey!

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Thanks! Best of luck with your channel!

  • @raymondescobar5528
    @raymondescobar5528 2 місяці тому

    So proud of you and the work you are doing. I’m a father of two girls also so I enjoy young women/girls being creative.
    You have also inspired me to attempt setting up my garage workshop.
    Love you UA-cam channel

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Aw this warmed my heart :) wishing the best for you and your two daughters!

  • @jorgeruelas4800
    @jorgeruelas4800 2 місяці тому +2

    Home Depot sells $15 husky kneeling pad it’s an excellent value. Looks like you’re having fun making sawdust, keep it up

  • @macbethdemilo7253
    @macbethdemilo7253 2 місяці тому

    Great work Elena, thats really a great work shop. Its coming together, cant wait for more.

  • @Alan.livingston
    @Alan.livingston 2 місяці тому

    I figure most good makers go through an arc as they grow and become more professional. Your content is at the point of the arc I enjoy, it’s relatable.

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому +1

      I'm very much still in that beginning stage of learning.

  • @davidcastellanos2492
    @davidcastellanos2492 2 місяці тому

    Just started my own garage diy shop collection of tools. Im excited to get idea from this channel and you.

  • @bobmartin6055
    @bobmartin6055 2 місяці тому

    Great work!
    Thanks for sharing your journey!

  • @joec6277
    @joec6277 2 місяці тому

    Congrats on the 30K! This is something I need to do. I also have a limited work space. Thanks for the ideas! I enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work!😊

  • @dhood7476
    @dhood7476 2 місяці тому +2

    just a suggestion, clear bins helps more with organization. saves time in looking for things. ( just a friendly FYI.)

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому +4

      I hear ya, but I like the opaque bins because it looks cleaner not seeing all the stuff in them. Just a personal preference.

  • @thumbwiz
    @thumbwiz 2 місяці тому

    32.8k as I'm watching, congrats!!
    I wish I had been as organized as you when I started out. I have wanted to redo my work space, and now you have given me some great ideas. Thanks for sharing.

  • @johnvnuk5650
    @johnvnuk5650 2 місяці тому

    We’re here to celebrate your successes, woodworking and other endeavours. Congrats 🥳 👏

  • @edgard.9640
    @edgard.9640 2 місяці тому

    One of your videos popped up while I was on here. So, I started binge watching your videos. Really, really creative. I enjoyed the backyard renovation with the stones and the coffee table with the small plants inside. Neat 👌

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому +1

      Happy to hear you're enjoying them. Thank you!

  • @nicnacpaddiewac
    @nicnacpaddiewac 2 місяці тому +1

    Congrats on the 30K milestone AND the sponsor!! Keep the projects coming. Next time you’re in Seattle let’s do a project collab🤓

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Thank you and definitely let’s do it! 🪚

  • @Datty77
    @Datty77 2 місяці тому +2

    Your drawings are superb. If this woodworking thing doesn’t work out, you could do some artistic drafting and sell prints.

  • @M-Zeeshan
    @M-Zeeshan Місяць тому

    Congratulations on 30k dear Alena

  • @WCW4469
    @WCW4469 2 місяці тому +1

    Congratulations on the 30k milestone!

  • @BuildwithMooney
    @BuildwithMooney 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing, love the flip top mounting hardware!

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      No problem, thanks for watching :)

  • @MrDazthaman
    @MrDazthaman 2 місяці тому

    Setting up your workshop properly will only improve you as a woodworker.
    I'm just in the middle of redoing my layout.
    Also helpful to have a neat on the feet (tidy up) on the regular.
    Solid content.... Keep doing what you're doing. 😊

  • @youssefabbas8070
    @youssefabbas8070 2 місяці тому

    Congratulations on reaching 30,000. God willing, your content will reach 3,000,000❤

  • @cabman86
    @cabman86 Місяць тому

    I have an 8x12 shed that is my shop. I built carts similar to this for my jointer, table saw, planer and band saw. I built a ramp to roll them outside so I have room to move in the shop. This is a nice build.

    • @cabman86
      @cabman86 Місяць тому

      And I have to say, you are a talented and pretty young lady!

  • @Proyectos3d.
    @Proyectos3d. Місяць тому +1

    Estos videos de carpintería son muy agradables. Yo trabajo como diseñador 3d y es mi pasion pero otra sin duda alguna es la carpintería. Tener tu propio taller y esos toques rusticos debe ser relajante

  • @Hisham_HMA
    @Hisham_HMA 2 місяці тому

    3:05 for a piece like that i rarely use the front clamp to hold it, it would just take a lot of time and effort twisting and releasing it, it snot a difficult or dangerous cut

  • @carlosGCT1981
    @carlosGCT1981 Місяць тому

    I would so like to learn how to work with wood with you as my teacher. I am convinced that I will be a very dedicated student in practical classes.

  • @chrisp.76
    @chrisp.76 2 місяці тому

    Congrats on 30,000!

  • @CinkSVideo
    @CinkSVideo 2 місяці тому

    Talenti jars are da bomb. I use them for all sorts of things. Love the miter saw cart. I have materials to build basically the same cart.

  • @g-paj5430
    @g-paj5430 2 місяці тому +1

    Just like you and Andrew, I didn’t see or know about the locking pin and how to raise the blade for the DeWalt DW617 I just picked up yesterday. So I LOL and told my wife, “look, same as me” as we watched your video.
    Keep them Great videos coming - we dig your channel! 😃

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Haha glad to know I’m not alone and thanks!

  • @maher_pigeon
    @maher_pigeon 2 місяці тому

    thank you so much for your effort 🙂

  • @brettotte6470
    @brettotte6470 2 місяці тому

    I saved all my Prego jars to replace my broken landscape lights fixtures. They look so much nicer & put out so much more light now.

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      That sounds like an awesome diy fix. Love it when stuff can be reused like that.

  • @stevepiechock9234
    @stevepiechock9234 2 місяці тому +2

    Congratulations on reaching 30,001 subscribers! This is the result that seemed likely after watching your videos. I for one feel that this is the beginning. You are the deciding factor. Your presentation is excellent, as is the content .Thanks for the Surfshark recommendation. I:m not totally satisfied with my current vpn and am looking to change. Looking forward to the next one.

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Thank you for the kind words 😊 it’s been a cool journey thus far and I do hope it continues.

  • @musaddiq636
    @musaddiq636 Місяць тому

    Really you are a hardworking beautiful lady.

  • @LaverneLovatt
    @LaverneLovatt 2 місяці тому +2

    You deserve more viewers.

  • @ForwardGuidance
    @ForwardGuidance 2 місяці тому

    I haven't seen you actually make much. I think some wall mounted shop cabinets would serve you well. I mean, it's always about tools and the shop.

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      I've been doing a lot of shop updates lately, but if you go back in my videos there are plenty of fun projects I've shared over the past year.

  • @andrewcoover3636
    @andrewcoover3636 2 місяці тому

    Congrats on the 30k!!! 🎉

  • @jjoker795
    @jjoker795 2 місяці тому +1

    thats awsome, nice work. thank you for the idea,.

  • @TheBillPayingHobbyists
    @TheBillPayingHobbyists 2 місяці тому

    Great work. It's all coming together quite well. Congrats on the 30K!

  • @aliullhaakbary9904
    @aliullhaakbary9904 Місяць тому +1

    Hello, I am Aliullah Akbary, I am a carpenter from Afghanistan, your work was very acceptable, I liked it, great, Stan, good luck always

  • @tsaers5192
    @tsaers5192 Місяць тому

    Nice stuff. lots of space.

  • @2logj
    @2logj Місяць тому +1

    Cogrates Eleanor. I Hope more females take up woodworking.
    You are inspiring.

  • @user-bm7zq1yt2c
    @user-bm7zq1yt2c 2 місяці тому

    Everything there is beautiful and special ❤

  • @burakcamdere
    @burakcamdere 2 місяці тому +1

    Congrats on 30k 🎉🎉🥰

  • @josealeman332
    @josealeman332 2 місяці тому +1

    Nice toys..one thng I am not used to. you like to keep your shop very clean, me I just work and push the dust out of the way and when I finish whatever I am doing, I get the air hose and dust everything .
    guess is a habit I pick when I was working doing cabinets.

  • @johnsuji3
    @johnsuji3 2 місяці тому

    Congrats on the 30k 🎉

  • @thefilthelement
    @thefilthelement 2 місяці тому +1

    four hours after posting and it's already up to 32k
    Great videos

  • @JoshHarrisPhotography
    @JoshHarrisPhotography 2 місяці тому

    Kuat bike rack and Feedback Sports work stand. You have impeccable taste. :) Congrats on 30k. Well deserved.

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому +1

      haha thanks credit for both purchases goes to my husband, but I can agree they are high quality.

  • @aaronmorris5403
    @aaronmorris5403 2 місяці тому

    Congrats on the 30k. You could screw some plywood on the walls to mount some wall racking to put your scrap wood on

  • @ChrisHornberger
    @ChrisHornberger 2 місяці тому

    Those ice cream jars the the bomb. I have a bunch, too.

  • @elbarto152
    @elbarto152 2 місяці тому

    Congrats on 30k!

  • @MalekM
    @MalekM Місяць тому

    Nice upgrades ✨✨✨,, and Congratulations for the 30K 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉👏👏👏😁

  • @alexisramirez9023
    @alexisramirez9023 2 місяці тому

    Congrats on 30K!!!

  • @alissd7332
    @alissd7332 2 місяці тому

    The cartoon is really great. Good luck 😎😎🤞🤞

  • @Scott-SUP
    @Scott-SUP 2 місяці тому +1

    Great job!

  • @mauricebrown9094
    @mauricebrown9094 Місяць тому

    The first video I have watched of your's so far. Nice video. good content, thank you for sharing.

  • @KM-hn8ce
    @KM-hn8ce 2 місяці тому +1

    Love your work! Subscribed!!

  • @andrewgalbreath2101
    @andrewgalbreath2101 2 місяці тому

    Talenti is the woodworker's ice cream of choice lol

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому +1

      It's true. Woodworker math is justifying buying a more expensive ice cream so you can save the jar for your projects lol.

  • @eDRoaCH
    @eDRoaCH 2 місяці тому +2

    I have that same saw and it also took me waaaay too long to find that pin the first time

    • @jacktrades5103
      @jacktrades5103 2 місяці тому

      It's like breaking in shoes, it happens when I use different brands. 😆

  • @macmclellan5541
    @macmclellan5541 2 місяці тому

    Hi from the UK, love the videos Elena👍

  • @HusseinKefel
    @HusseinKefel Місяць тому

    Well done Elena good job👏

  • @billq3619
    @billq3619 Місяць тому

    nice miter table ext. I built my shop also .but now I tore it all down and shipped it all to n.c..hopefully I will have a bigger shop out there. I made lots of projects but now .l don't know what to build anymore.lol

  • @rockstarfan886
    @rockstarfan886 2 місяці тому

    You probably already know this but maybe there are people out there who dont. I had that same sliding compound saw and it kinda sucked for me because i had very limited space in my shop and that long bar for the sliding function hits the wall and you loose like 10in of space so i got the bosh which has a hinge so it can sit nearly flat against the wall ifs more spendy but when spave is a premium its great. Oh been here since you had just a few thousand congrats on the milestone

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Yep, it is a bit of a downside that you have to set it up a bit off the wall but, personally, it's worth it for me for the upsides. Thanks!

  • @nore8141
    @nore8141 2 місяці тому

    You should put a French cleat system perfect for all that wall space, ❤❤

  • @aaartisans6467
    @aaartisans6467 2 місяці тому

    Elena, my compliment for you is that you are very beautiful and your work is also very beautiful. All your products are good and you take great care of cleanliness, thank you?

  • @youssefabbas8070
    @youssefabbas8070 2 місяці тому

    I love carpentry and I have my own small workshop. If I were close to you, we would have worked together. I wish you more success😂

  • @JohnColgan.
    @JohnColgan. 2 місяці тому +1

    Congratulations on 30k, in 6 hours since publishing this video, you've already jumped to 32.9k keep it up ...
    Btw you're now 32,901 now😅

  • @user-ff2bj9wc1e
    @user-ff2bj9wc1e 2 місяці тому

    Well done 😊💯

  • @danielcgomez
    @danielcgomez 2 місяці тому

    Workshop is coming along nicely Elena! I Like my space to be well organized ...it helps the creative juices to flow? haha ...Keep up the awesome work!

  • @LUH.REN.6
    @LUH.REN.6 2 місяці тому +1

    keep up the good work greetings from indonesia kalima

  • @mcfrancoable
    @mcfrancoable Місяць тому

    good job Girl!!

  • @DanishAli-oi2lb
    @DanishAli-oi2lb 2 місяці тому

    im new for this field but ur work support me very well..

  • @jandblawncare8570
    @jandblawncare8570 2 місяці тому

    Way to go on 30k! And FYI a bigger shop doesnt help with clutter lol I have a 30x40 and Im always tripping over stuff.

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Thanks! lol I’m sure the mess just gets bigger with a bigger shop.

  • @stevenemacks
    @stevenemacks 2 місяці тому

    When I had that saw, every time I needed to find that pin it took me at least three minutes. You'd think I would have gotten used to it eventually, but nope, every single time...

  • @chuckdearman1243
    @chuckdearman1243 2 місяці тому

    Add curtain around your workbench to keep dust out

  • @cabman86
    @cabman86 Місяць тому

    And now, a month later, you are at 36,000

  • @dmacko
    @dmacko 2 місяці тому

    30k subs is more than the twins population I live in, so it's a huge deal, congratulations 🎉

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Thanks :) When you put it like that… it does seem rather sizable

  • @ranjitsian5481
    @ranjitsian5481 2 місяці тому

    Good work and looking lovely lady 💜

  • @H3ctor_Acomte
    @H3ctor_Acomte 2 місяці тому +1

    Great work ✔️
    Un Saludo 🖐️
    Desde Suramérica 👍

  • @bartavila7023
    @bartavila7023 2 місяці тому

    Congratulations on your 30k subs....but I just wanted to say I would have kept those pallets and done a project out of them and and sold the outcome for a higher price that you actually got them

    • @elenamakes
      @elenamakes  2 місяці тому

      Thanks! We got the pallets free with some stepping stones we bought, but the wood was in pretty rough shape otherwise I might’ve tried to break it down and salvage the pieces.

  • @markh3376
    @markh3376 Місяць тому

    Good job 👏 👍

  • @loquenosespera4432
    @loquenosespera4432 Місяць тому

    Shasimono es una técnica sin clavos , tornillos ni ningún tipo de añadiduras deberías investigar sobre ello ya que tienes el talento para trabajar la madera