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“It’s my job to inspire you, your job to work with what you have” is the nicest don’t at me bro. Can’t wait to see how many comments still point out how you didn’t just use a hand saw and elbow grease for this
But I don’t have a handsaw… I have to chew pieces of wood into smaller pieces to work.
Lucky! I don’t have teeth… I use my gums to cut wood.
I have been looking forward to this video since I heard it on the podcast! Keep building what you want, we will be here!
Nice cliffhanger, David! And yeah, the hinges would bug me, but I agree that the look is good. I bet there is a solution out there…
Been around since the drunken woodworker… and this is one of your best videos. Loving the format and storytelling. Its easy to like a video so much when you can tell the creator enjoys making it.
No bottom shelf with everything on the floor is a wild move! Actually laughed out loud when you showed all the bottles sitting inside. But that’s the best part of building for yourself. You make it the way you want it.
I’m also glad you showed the F360 example of adjusting the dimensions. I heard you talk about it on the podcast and couldn’t quite understand how it worked. That’s really cool and what a time saver.
Using parametric design is a game changer. Even better once you start using simple equations so things adjust together (eg using “width/2” to center things). One of the best habits to get into is to start each new project by creating the basic parameters for your material and project dimensions before making the first sketch.
Always like your channel. Your shop is pretty cool. Some things I wouldn’t do but most of all I respect that you do what works for you and what you like no matter what anyone else thinks. I find that to be very authentic.
I don’t go to the hardwood dealer often but the one I go to is EXTREMELY helpful. I tell them what I’m looking for and they guide me to good options. Got some great cabinet grade birch plywood for $60ish bucks that I can’t complain one bit about.
On my first visit as a newbie they gave me a quick tour of the facility. They were happy to help and work with me even though I didn’t speak the language 😂. I’m still getting used to 4 quarter this or that etc etc but they are very helpful. If you don’t have some of the larger tools to work with rough cut lumber they’ll edge joint, face joint 2 faces or as many as you need for a small fee. My point is this. DON’T BE INTIMIDATED! Go in and introduce yourself to your local dealer. They are mostly very helpful and want the newbie business just as much as the experienced contractors. If they don’t then go somewhere else. Don’t be embarrassed by that you don’t know. Sorry for the rant!
Thanks Dave for another awesome video! I want to learn Fusion 360! Help!
That ending got me… LOL
Hey David,
You’re a menace for that ending, 😂 I went back and watched it again because I was sue the ads had just interrupted the video.
Your video styling is evolving so nicely; it’s giving Van Neistat vibes. ❤
What great content too: plywood advice, a solid build, introducing a new toy and teasing the next project, and throwing in great tangents on sawdust, shop design and inspiration, product recommendations. Everything flowed naturally. Two thumbs up.
Thank you!!
Parametric design in Fusion 360 is game changing and so, so, so useful. Thanks for showing it off in a woodworking project. That plugin is super sweet too!
My only complaint about David: we need more than one of him! Absolutely love this channel and David’s creativity, production excellence, and skills. If cloning becomes a thing, I nominate him for even more content and projects. Awesome! 👍👍👍
I don’t think my wife can handle two me.
@@MakeSomething Good point – hadn’t considered that. Plus it would be confusing as hell for Wally!
You are so right regarding where to buy plywood. Sometimes I’m in HD for something else and it would just be easier to get the plywood there but the price and the quality almost make for a cleanup in aisle 28.
Also, your dog is the absolute best. I love those dogs.
Im in NW ohio so I appreciate when you mention local options like Toledo Plywood and Kencraft. Thanks for the video!
Great shout out for Toledo plywood! I drive from Cleveland to buy from them regularly since no where around here has Baltic birch in 4×8 sheets. I’ll have to try the import birch! Thanks man
I was all set to make a road trip to who your dealer is and…I realized we live in the same city! Yeah I love Toledo Plywood and Kencraft is right next door.
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Only change I would do is use solid wood for the legs. For 1×4 lumber its usually not very expensive for furniture grade.
Just for the record, I made a rolling drill press cabinet with 2 1″ drawers and an open cubby hole bottom for a small Wen drill press. It rolls all over my garage and has taken considerable abuse. The entire thing is made from the cheapest 3/4″ plywood that Menards sells (not OSB but 5 ply), glue and pocket screws. Even the casters are held on by pocket screws. I didn’t buy the plywood for that project, but when you are making 22 6′ diameter circles from plywood for marching band props, you get a lot of large scrap pieces.
That’s it. I’m driving all the way to Toledo to buy plywood. Same thing: like $90 a sheet for birch and maple when I looked a couple of days ago at the box stores, but BB is between like $125 or $150 or something here. Bananas.
Great episode as always, David. Your realistic approach is great. I like that you show it as it is. The good, the bad, the ugly, the awesome. Thanks for the review on the plywood and the reminder to buy from specialty shops, not big box stores, for all the reasons you listed. They specialize in the material you’re looking for and know their product and are often staffed by people passionate about the product you’re buying. I’m interested to see what you make with the new laser table. I doubt I’ll ever own one but these tools are getting more accessible all the time. Keep up the great work!
3:43…. It is my job to inspire you. It is your job to take that inspiration and make it your own with what you have! YES!!!! THIS!!!! I have been watching you for quite some time. You have inspired me in so many different ways. I started watching you when I was newer to woodworking and in a small tiny shop. I remember you building something and you used a laser to cut some veneer for the design. In the video you said “don’t have a laser… check out your local makerspace”. That actually opened a whole new world to me. Never heard of a makerspace. That SAME day I did some research and found one near Louisville Ky just 45 minutes away from me. It just happened to be their ribbon cutting and grand opening that day and I was able to go. I fell in love immediately. I ended up signing up to be a member and was their first member. I went on to work there and became their general manager.
Along the way I have moved to a much larger shop. The very first thing I built in my current shop (about 5 1/2 years ago) was my outfeed table. It was actually just made as an assembly table and it was made based off your video. I did such a crappy job. LOL. I used scraps and some were even 1/2 plywood. That thing is not the best thing I’ve ever made. But it is STILL holding up. It is actually serving as an outfeed table for my table saw. Same method as you did with this table using the L legs. But I didnt reinforce.
You always inspire me. I always enjoy your videos.
Oh wow, this is a great story! Thank you. You always have kind things to say. 🙏
Thanks for showing the difference in plywood. It makes the choice more clear.