Fyi, for future reference: instead of having to mess up your building with the spill over on your end grain from the black dye incident; you can use a bleaching agent (Lye, Bleach, and vinegar) all work on wood to help draw out the black dye from light woods. Then you can use a heat gun to dry the wood back out again. Just note, the darker the stain, the more these products wont help. Furthermore, clear nail polish helps too. If you cover the end cap of the intended location before you apply the resin then it won’t seep over, sand afterwards to remove the polish. Or you can simply apply a super thin coat of clear epoxy first and sand that before adding the black epoxy. That way the end grain soaks in the clear epoxy first before it tries to soak in the black dye. Either way. Multiple fixes and preps before you went and butchered it. Maybe you need a workshop think tank. Designs A+, tips and tricks B- 😂
Yeah, get over it. You're far more than "an average woodworker". I've learned a lot from you, and I've been doing this - hobbyist, pro, then hobby again, then pro again (meaning, I'm getting for-real paid for the work) - for about 45 years off and on. I've got ~200 cabins, 1 house, dozens of refurbs, about 200 sets of bunk beds, and just in the last year or so, about 50 customer projects. So... hush up about beating yourself up. You're precise, you're patient, you're very attentive and instructive, etc. That's who you are to be teaching people. :)
I died of laughter when he mentioned the third group where you voluntarily tell them your mistakes because i do that too and they're like dude you can barely even notice it and then you're left feeling like why did i even mention that. almost spit out my water when you mentioned that part hahaha.
I love the honesty and humility that you show. We always make mistakes like this. One of my favorite sayings about woodworking goes something like: "A master woodworker isn't perfect, but he's *really* good at hiding his mistakes." I try to be good at hiding my mistakes, just as you do.
I just love watching these videos. I have 0 tools and 0 intention of making anything, but it's like folllowing a mindfullness course. Pure relaxation and an empty mind. Thank you Chris.
I am the EXACT same way!! I love seeing the progression, and even the fixes! The simplicity of the final look hides just how complex the furniture truly is. And you most likely wouldn't realize it unless you were a high-end furniture maker yourself, or you watched this video :)
I love that fact that you are brutally honest about your F ups. It's one of the many reasons I've watched all of your content. Your work is awesome regardless of some mistakes, that you find ingenious ways to fix. I'm one of those that would notice inconsistences, though you'd never hear me say it. In my mind it would be "Wow, cool fix." Keep up the good work, I truly do love your projects. Salute.
I have spent my entire career in aerospace engineering. You clearly think like an engineer does. Slow, steady, methodical, never in a hurry. That is how great things are built. I bet when you were 10, you took apart something in your house to see how it worked, or to fix something that was broken. Every engineer shares this story.
I didn't do too much taking apart. But I always loved anything having to do with patterns and art. My mom thought I would grow up to be a "high end tile guy" when I was a little kid
Engineers and designers share a common methodological approach to solving complex problems and creating innovative solutions. While their specializations and ultimate goals may differ, the collaboration and integration of different perspectives are essential for creating products and systems that effectively meet user needs. When I was young, I used to think that one day I would invent something, and based on my knowledge, I associated that with engineering. Years later, I discovered design. The technical aspect of design takes into account numerous methodologies that depend on the intrinsic knowledge of how it will be manufactured. From assembly lines to part breakdowns, tools, drillings, router bits, etc. Regardless of the manufacturing method, whether industrial production or handmade, during the design phase the same tools are often used, such as SolidWorks and parametric design.
when you actually make stuff, the design is foremost, engineering is secondary, but considered. An old boss once said "we ain't building bridges". I was working as a set builder/prop maker at the time.
@@karizma8175 , Well, I don't produce furniture without a technical drawing. It's not a matter of inability; it's a matter of rigor. It's about having a complete piece of furniture in every aspect: design, 3D modeling and manufacturing, which allows anyone in their respective role to understand it or produce it. This also allows for better utilization of materials, time and money management within the established workflow listed step by step, and improved budgeting. This way, you minimize errors and safeguard material parts for potential corrections in all situations marked as critical during the construction phase. Then, you start doing the opposite and create your technical drawing through reverse engineering, considering how it's made, the final product, and deconstructing joints to verify the feasibility of your sketch idea.
You are by far the only channel I never hesitated to subscribe or click on like. Yes, you are asking for it, but in such a "subtle" way that it never feels as a threat like "if you don't i cant afford eating". Moreover, you deserve eeeevery subscription as your style of videos, your narrative style and your manners just....well...I truly believe it's YOU who we are watching. Thanks for the countless hours I got and will get lost in your videos.
I've been a hobbyist woodworker for about 30 years and I've come to realize that the only REAL reason I do it is to come to terms with the radical acceptance necessary in a world that is never perfect. It forces me to slow down, accept, and see beauty - usually even more so when things go 'wrong'. I love how you always highlight that and lean into it. Also, you are not average. Not in any sense of the word. Accept it - I'm a therapist, I know these things. :)
Holy cow. That reverse live edge is gorgeous. I want! And the lip on the pull openings? Genius. And your fix for the stain was both necessary (that would’ve driven me crazy) and nearly flawless. And the bit you can see where it isn’t perfect if you know where to look is, as you say, a focus point. One more thing: I love listening to your voiceover; most TH-camrs are *not* good but you’re great. It’s humble and gentle and soothing and then BAM: “hand stuff under the tablecloth.” Hi-fricking-larious.
This might sound really weird, but I'm in the middle of doing my first ever stage musical and one of my scene partners asks me fairly frequently why I care about something that she seemingly finds overly mundane or otherwise unimportant. I can now say that it's because I completely agree with the idea that the details are the design. Thank you for sharing that quote. I feel a lot better about what I'm doing and why.
as a carpenter, watching that mistake inception , made my laugh to tears. I was tearing up hearing you say "I got it!" whilst I'm like "noooo don t do that" . Brilliant work mate, keep up the good work (y)
If I may ask: why didn't you opt for coloring (sorry, I'm German and too lazy to look up the progressive form of dye) the rest of the end grain by taping off the rest and spilling a bit more epoxy? No one's gonna notice the slightly darker colour if it's evenly stained, right?
Of all the big woodworking TH-camrs, you are definitely in the top tier for design. One either has an elite eye for this kind of thing or he doesn't. You do. Maybe the best out there.
Chris, there is nothing boring about you, your work or the videos, that is why I return here for every video you put out. Thank you for the candid information, for the wise input and for being transparent in your efforts to design and complete each masterpiece. We all make mistakes, we just don't all 'fess up to them. Each perceived mistake is an opportunity for improv and improvement. - Thank you - Jack
People who never make mistakes can never be good teachers... They do not know how to fix mistakes. You on the other hand not only make beautiful pieces, but are sincere with mistakes you make and then tell and show others how you fix them. And you make great instructions for others. But the more you know, the better you are... The imposter syndrome can get worse but only because you will see how much more you can learn. The more you learn the more you have to learn still. Never let your imposter syndrome beat you down, stay humble, learn and teach. Love from Poland (not a woodworker myself, just casually enjoying your work).
I can't agree more! What an incredible amount of time and energy that was put into editing this video. I am so impressed, and all to be able to explain all this to us. Thank you so much!!👍
i actually really like seeing your mistakes, i honestly think it makes you more than an average woodworker :) both because of the old "what not to do" but also mistakes and narration like you give are useful to learning how this all works because we get to see your thought process, how the mistakes happen, and either how to correct them, or when, like with the live edge direction screw up, the mistake means just making a new part the right way. i like seeing how people learn from themselves, because i learn from people learning. it's more, visible and tangible if that makes sense, and i always feel like i learn more like that. seeing small fixes in the finished product, only because you know the fix is there, shows how it's done right and you give me a lot of ideas for making the things i want to make, even if i never sell them or want to start a business, because i simply enjoy concepting and saving things to make for myself in the future
I appreciate that. It's funny because 90% of the mistakes seem to be situations where you know what to do, and 99% of the time you do it right...it's just this time you didn't. Like cutting the shelf short. It's actually pretty rare that mistakes like the stained end grain come about...where, I literally didn't know I was making a mistake until the dust settled. I really like including those in the videos as notes to myself for the future. I figure if I edit an entire chunk of video about that...I'm (hopefully) more likely to think about it next time.
Chris. Not boring at all. Lovely piece. I'd go as far as saying that it's one of my favourites that you've done. Maybe because you've used a bunch of techniques that "normal people" could do but bought them all together in a lovely end product. There's no part of that build I thought "omg. I could never do that in my small shop". Really great. I also laughed at the olive garden thing... Genius.
You definitely got a double helping of design skills. Plenty of woodworkers can make all manner of elaborate joints but their work looks like a Boy Scout project. Your introduction of design principles is something I find really helpful. ty!
Chris, all your projects turn out great. Everyone has little oops now and again and the true mark of a professional is knowing how to fix them. the epoxy bleed would never get noticed by anyone but you. So the fact that you took the time to make it better just shows your high level work ethic and professional quality standards. Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming.
I've always loved your content, but this one in particular is gold. Truly appreciate the candid and humble way you share (and handle) the errors that inevitably pop up. If I had a dime for every time I stopped and yelled some dirty word in the middle of a project...
heres a huge PRO tip for you, its not mine, i actually saw it from another youtube video, cant remember where though. Instead of buying and using black powder or dye, use CHARCOAL... I know right, mind blown, just buy some charcoal and sand it fine, filter the big chunks and voila, forget you ever stained your wood before, it has worked charms for me, hope this helps
This is an amazing piece of art in wood. On the question of pocket screws. I see it this way. If you said to a cabinet maker 200 years ago, I have a great new product called pockets screws. I think they would jump at the chance to use them. Fine furniture is not about what methods you use, its like a good recipe at a restaurant. Get the ingredients and add your design guidelines, spices , flavor and make something that is extraordinary. My mantra is work smarter not harder, and I love your honesty. One wood, if you can get some, that has so much character, is Jarrah from Australia.
As a pro Artist, Watercolor, sculpting, ceramic… For the best look, weight is best at the bottom, also people look at art right to left. Your drawers were perfect where you ended up putting them. Amazing work.
New to your channel. Watched one and lost track of my morning and time lost in peaceful enjoyment of conversation almost with you through watching problem solving trouble areas. Then got back to my morning and then had to search again for something and found another one of your videos and lost track of time again… and now have subscribed and big fan of you channel. Normally I speed through random videos to see it faster as I go if I was just curious on how it went or turned out. I can’t do that with your videos. The way you make and talk to us through your videos is outstanding work and a talent all its own. Really enjoyed the your videos and look forward to more. Thank you for sharing all your talent and struggles and mindset to solving problems as they come. The sarcasm is perfecto. Stay awesome dude.
It's funny hearing the thoughts of more experienced woodworkers as someone who has only done a couple of self-driven projects. Your strengths are that you think long and hard, you consider your options, and then you chose the ones that you think get you closest to the product you had in your head and on the page. At the end of the day, the way the cookie crumbles comes down to how you approach the problems, not how many times you had them. Keep on rolling along down the hills and when you reach the bottom you'll find yourself and your family surrounded by your failures, each one more polished pieces than the last. Learning is always valuable.
So ironic seeing this pop up today after a trip to my hardwood supplier and speaking with a master craftsman who showed me how he made a dining table using the same technique of pattern routing and joining different slabs. Beautiful work.
This is the first video I've watched from you. I really like your willingness to talk about mistakes and what they mean. I've never had the income to allow for the use of a CNC for any of my woodworking, so I have some solutions that came from necessity. In the future, if you want to mary 2 pieces of wood together, stack the 2 on top of each other and cut the pattern out with a band saw. You end up with 2 mirrored surfaces, you can use for the same project or different ones, but you know they'll match up exactly when you're done. Happy wood working!
You sell your self short - you are anything but an “average” woodworker. I love your creativity, your presentation and honesty. Look forward to the next one.
Try to ( on scrap maple) use the black epoxy, however make a 2 lb cut of super blond shellac. Paint the 1/4" end grain and see if the shellac stops the bleeding! Your pulls might look better with the hole bottom painted flat black. I told all my students that the true sign of a master craftsman is how well he can cover his mistakes. You did a nice job on the end grain. I like the look and most importantly the proportions.
IMHO the mistakes and how you decide to fix them is one of my favorite parts of your videos, it shows some vulnerability and we learn how to come up with creative solutions. win-win
i wasn't sure looking at the stark contrast of the wood, but having it be on the back end made it work for for me. it looks almost like it melts into the white wall behind it. i love love love the design of this one. very understated, in the very best way. it feels "straightforward", "to-the-point" in a certain way. almost like it's saying "i'm a shelf. i look good, but i don't need to show off- i know i'm just a good piece of furniture". the channel between the top surface and the construction of the shelving elevates it from "cool" to "classy" to me and adds a ton.
I get it! Thanks for sharing the adventure. I think we share design ideology so every time I see a work of yours that I haven't previously seen, there is a voice in my head that says, "Exactly! Why wouldn't it be this way?" Keep on keeping on!
I really love your content, and appreciate the sentiment here regarding "good planning as a substitute for magical talent". I've always felt like "Anyone can do anything, if they're willing to put in some work and find their own way to do it." I'm not too far along in my journey as a woodworker, but one of these days I'll talk the wife into choosing one of your designs, and I can't wait to give it a go. Thanks for finding your own way, and taking us along for the ride. :)
Anything that pushes you out of your comfort zone is, for me, worth doing. Research and planning require patience, so I think you are right. I am a mechanical engineer and was the guy that had to travel all over the place to modify, repair and even used as a consultant. I think your table is beautiful, thank you 👍
Dude, I could ramble for several lines of comment about all the awesome here, etc. I won't, and just say: Awesome build, awesome design, exceptional patch. Someone below pointed out what made me literally shout - a finish container that will preserve the product. I could use all the thousands of swear words I know and have invented in a totally positive way to express my joy at hearing that, but this is YT, and a family-oriented channel... and you love your family.
I started watching your videos because of your channel name. I keep watching because I love your process, your sense of humor, and your humility. Good stuff.
"The vast majority will never notice the fix, and the few that do will view it in a positive light, so it is good enough ...unless youre trying to sell it - then you're fucked." incredible quote, I love it
I guess it depends on the client. Cam from Blacktail Studios has a video where he shows the whole process of adding a small chunk of wood to the corner of a big table that he was building for a client. The end result was brilliant, in my opinion, and not even noticeable.
Thanks a lot for an amazing video, full of good humour and precious tips. And great thanks for your design advises and deep understanding of "more is less" and "form follows function", and "design is details", not following them literally but taking the spirit of those rules and artistically creating a great stuff. Thanks, it is both a pleasure and educative content. 😊
An average woodworker produces an average design, but a good woodworker produces a good design because the design process is directly related to one's abilities and understanding of the wood and the tools. You are not an average designer so, therefore, you are not an average woodworker. Thank you for a great video, and the candor to admit your mistakes and how to rectify them.
You are so right about details. All my work is a minimalist style. Functional. Boring. But I add details that are not obvious, not even noticeable, except subconsciously. People don’t even know why it looks good. That is why I think this piece is such a great piece. I love it and think it is one of your best works! Oh and the measure twice cut once could be measure 100x and I’d still screw up because it thought I was correct the entire time.
Honestly, re the imposter syndrome section, I think it's actually really valuable for tutorial purposes to be talking about where you mess up, because you know how to recover from that; other people are going to make big errors too, and learning how to correct that is pretty huge!
Using the slabs in this way makes it easy to achieve what you are looking for aesthetically and you can double the yield of your most expensive components. Good on you, it is NEVER a waste of money to use the material that gives you the confidence to deliver on your design
Imperfections and fixes make unique and beautiful pieces. I would call you a true designer and craftsman. Love you Keep repeating that you love your family and it’s nice to see Dolores and your videos.
I really enjoy watching your videos. Thank you for showing how you fix your screwups. I usually just get another piece of wood and start over, but I like your way much better. Thanks.
I almost never post comments. And I've been a big fan of yours for a long time (purchased and made your Little Larry). Your story telling chops on this video was superb, great job! I really enjoy your vulnerability, quirky jokes, and life outlook. Thanks for sharing your passion with the world....I'm right there with you. Happy Father's Day!
Thanks for another great episode Chris. Your brutal honesty and humour are second to none. Good luck with the Secret Finish. Looking forward to seeing the end product.
This, and almost every one of your videos are some of my favorites to watch and learn from. Your meticulously crafted designs are a joy to behold. Thanks for sharing. I’m definitely guilty of pointing out all my mistakes to the people who see them. They shouldn’t, but they do become my focal points. My favorite thing to say is - “that’s a rookie mistake, and I’ll never make that mistake again, ever.” I always try and fix them, but that stain bleed was an incredible solution.
This was wonderful. I’m an artist, I paint with oil. Everything I do is contained within your projects. I concentrate for hours at a time. It takes a lot of effort and plenty of mistakes along the way. The closest I come to woodworking if finishing touches on a wood panel or assembling a new easel. I love your videos because of your depth of attention and devotion to your craft/art.❤
Hi Chris. Wie die meisten habe ich meine Möbel mit Hartwaxöl versiegelt und habe mich immer geärgert über Flecken von Gläsern oder Teller usw. Nach einigen Versuchen bin ich jetzt auf ein Finisch umgestiegen mit dem ich mehr als zufrieden bin. Xyladecor Holzschutz Grundierung (bringt die Maserung und die Farbe des Holzes schön zur Geltung) und Xyladecor Holzschutz Lasur Plus zum Versiegeln. Beides Farblos. Mit der Rolle aufgetragen ergibt es ein wunderschönes Ergebnis. Atmungsaktiv und Wasserfest. Danke für deine wunderbaren lehrreichen Videos. Alles gute für Dich und Deine Familie. Go on👍😀
I enjoy your videos… know nothing about woodworking, not interested in doing woodworking myself… by i find it soothing to listen to you… especially that it easy to understand your thoughts, what your doing… and explanation… i am watching the videos to relax after work
My guy... that end grain fix was phenomenal. The probability that you'd be able to find an even better match than that is next to nothing. Awesome job!
Absolutely remarkable craftsmanship Chris. Your style of woodworking is necessary to get a beautiful outcome. Looking forward to the oil finish end result. Keep up the great videos.
Dude I felt that double mistake in my SOUL… taking a measurement and confidently cutting that measurement, only to be an inch short is so relatable. Just did something similar to that the other day with some door stiles (styles?) Thanks for sharing the mistakes man, I appreciate seeing the imperfections and alterations that go into others’ projects!!!
So, I am a new newcomer to your videos but I have to declare, "been there, done that"...as you succinctly deliver, mistakes happen and how you overcome them makes you a better craftsman. I'm a fan going forward!
I have enjoyed all of your videos. And I love your mindset. For your viewers that feel you need to explain why you do anything. They need to get over it if you're doing. What you see in your head and it makes you happy. That's it
I'm restoring an antique Japanese Tansu chest... and have come across several patches by its maker to cover wood knots. He shaved wood from the bottom (underneath case) into paper thin pieces of "veneer" (but literally tissue-paper-thin), and covered every knot, aligning grain as best as they could. I couldn't even SEE these patches - none of them - until I began the project by cleaning the grime off of it with a damp cloth. The patches were so fragile, they just slid off (likely hide glue just dissolved once I got the surface wet). Watching you patch the wood where the epoxy stained into the adjoining piece - I can't help but wonder if a very very thin veneer-like repair would also have worked? Only curious - and thinking out loud. The patches on my tansu have lasted since about 1930. With today's tech - they probably would have remained, and without me even knowing they were there (still). Just food for thought.
I so appreciate the willingness to fix the small details that bug you. Nicely done sir. Looking forward to the new finish...though Im still rocking some Simple Finish of yours but will be very curious to see the next generation of what you make. I get the nature of being particular about finishes which is why I tired yours in the first place. Im on the list, thanks for the work you're putting out there. Its encouraging, educational, and very cool work.
...oh and another thing. I concur that your plans are the best out there. As an owner of several plans and builder of the piece for which those plans were developed, I can say that they are the best ones I have ever used. No cap. ;)
Absolutely beautiful work Chris it looks amazing. And thanks for sharing your mistakes and how you fix them as a new woodworker I truly appreciate this.
Ahhhh, this was sooo good! I know I've made a similar comment on a previous video of yours, but you're such a standout creator! I'm not even a woodworker, just a woman who stumbled upon one of your videos when searching for I don't even remember what, and I watched it start to finish and subscribed. I LOVE everything about your channel. You have so much going on: your craftsmanship, which is really interesting and relaxing to watch; your sense of humour (whodathunkit, furniture-making with lots of laughs along the way?!), your videography; and, of course, your design aesthetic. Sublime stuff. If I didn't already have a gazillion things on my list that I want to learn before I die, I'd be looking out for a woodworking workshop to rent! Thank you for the good vibes you put out into the world x
It's tremendously reassuring to know that a professional with years of experience still makes the same measuring/cutting mistakes I make as a student. In my woodworking classes and during my internships in woodshops I've been surrounded by people who don't make these specific mistakes, or very rarely, and I've been feeling down as my final year nears its end because I felt like I didn't have "the brain" for the craft. Genuinely thought I was an idiot at times. I'm constantly cutting things too short and if I don't plan out every single step the whole project's a mess, same as you. Watching you f*ck up the exact same way I know I would has comforted me so much. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this video.
I bought the plans for the cece chair and they were better than I could have imagined. Extremely detailed with templates made the rockers and arms the easy part. Great job
I think I started woodworking at the same age as you, Chris, but I’m a lot older than you, so 30+ years all told. I’m already a subscriber to your channel (and a few other woodworking channels), but this is the single best woodworking video I have ever seen, not because of the featured piece, but because of your awesome walkthrough of your process of design, making, and especially error corrections. Outstanding, couldn’t disagree with a single thing you said.
Hi Chris, Thank you, thank you , THANK YOU! This video made my day, and that doesn’t happen often. When you talk about design I become a novice again, a disciple soaking up your knowledge. (How’s that? Did you get feelings of imposter syndrome yet? ) Don’t fret, I know you have feet of clay like the rest of us humans, but design is what I come here for, and if I can encourage you to continue teaching I will do so, as I for one need to hear these things, and your way of telling them somehow pénétrâtes the fog of my brain and changes the way I think. So, yeah, your woodworking skills are adequate and your ability to fix mistakes admirable, but your designs are what set you apart and that’s the most important thing. The piece is beautiful by the way. Oh, and I can corroborate your observations about people looking at your furniture. Thanks again. Cheers, Keith
I personally love that you show your mistakes to humble yourself and all of us that we can make mistakes no matter how good we are but a true craftsman can always adapt to the mistakes.
Really well done Chris. I love your work and all the wild designs are awesome, but you are a good teacher and communicator. Thanks for sharing your design wisdom.
This is one of my favorite videos yet. your designs are great and this video immediately inspired me to change my design on a project that I'm about to start. Its a simple built-in pantry cabinet with a counter top and now its gonna have a slab as a focal point for the counter top instead of butcher block. Thanks! looking forward to the next video as always! SECRET FINISH!!!!
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Fyi, for future reference: instead of having to mess up your building with the spill over on your end grain from the black dye incident; you can use a bleaching agent (Lye, Bleach, and vinegar) all work on wood to help draw out the black dye from light woods. Then you can use a heat gun to dry the wood back out again. Just note, the darker the stain, the more these products wont help. Furthermore, clear nail polish helps too. If you cover the end cap of the intended location before you apply the resin then it won’t seep over, sand afterwards to remove the polish. Or you can simply apply a super thin coat of clear epoxy first and sand that before adding the black epoxy. That way the end grain soaks in the clear epoxy first before it tries to soak in the black dye. Either way. Multiple fixes and preps before you went and butchered it. Maybe you need a workshop think tank. Designs A+, tips and tricks B- 😂
secret finish link appears to be broken 🙁
Always enjoy watching the builds. I have learned so much.
Maybe somebody asked you already but I missed it....what software for 3D/sketches are you using?
@@Kris-82 I'm 99% sure Chris uses sketchup (probably not the free version). He has a tutorial video a year or two old showing how he uses sketchup.
Yeah, get over it. You're far more than "an average woodworker". I've learned a lot from you, and I've been doing this - hobbyist, pro, then hobby again, then pro again (meaning, I'm getting for-real paid for the work) - for about 45 years off and on. I've got ~200 cabins, 1 house, dozens of refurbs, about 200 sets of bunk beds, and just in the last year or so, about 50 customer projects. So... hush up about beating yourself up. You're precise, you're patient, you're very attentive and instructive, etc. That's who you are to be teaching people. :)
I died of laughter when he mentioned the third group where you voluntarily tell them your mistakes because i do that too and they're like dude you can barely even notice it and then you're left feeling like why did i even mention that. almost spit out my water when you mentioned that part hahaha.
"The curse of the woodworker" right there!
As I'm growing up, I'm slowly realizing how similar we humans actually are to each other
In my design classes, I was told, "Just because you can add something, doesn't mean you should. Simplicity is an elegance all its own."
Good tip
"Reduced by Rick Ruban".... a professional code to live by
It's called Design🤔
I love the honesty and humility that you show. We always make mistakes like this. One of my favorite sayings about woodworking goes something like: "A master woodworker isn't perfect, but he's *really* good at hiding his mistakes."
I try to be good at hiding my mistakes, just as you do.
I just love watching these videos. I have 0 tools and 0 intention of making anything, but it's like folllowing a mindfullness course. Pure relaxation and an empty mind. Thank you Chris.
OMG! Mindfulness is exactly the right concept to describe my experience watching Chris's videos
These videos and steel forging videos are my meditative videos.
yeah lol. i am not building anthing and yet here i am
I am the EXACT same way!! I love seeing the progression, and even the fixes! The simplicity of the final look hides just how complex the furniture truly is. And you most likely wouldn't realize it unless you were a high-end furniture maker yourself, or you watched this video :)
Thank you, Mr Eyes. You make my life less onerous.
I love that fact that you are brutally honest about your F ups. It's one of the many reasons I've watched all of your content. Your work is awesome regardless of some mistakes, that you find ingenious ways to fix. I'm one of those that would notice inconsistences, though you'd never hear me say it. In my mind it would be "Wow, cool fix." Keep up the good work, I truly do love your projects.
Salute.
I appreciate that!
I have spent my entire career in aerospace engineering. You clearly think like an engineer does. Slow, steady, methodical, never in a hurry. That is how great things are built. I bet when you were 10, you took apart something in your house to see how it worked, or to fix something that was broken. Every engineer shares this story.
I didn't do too much taking apart. But I always loved anything having to do with patterns and art. My mom thought I would grow up to be a "high end tile guy" when I was a little kid
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Engineers and designers share a common methodological approach to solving complex problems and creating innovative solutions. While their specializations and ultimate goals may differ, the collaboration and integration of different perspectives are essential for creating products and systems that effectively meet user needs. When I was young, I used to think that one day I would invent something, and based on my knowledge, I associated that with engineering. Years later, I discovered design. The technical aspect of design takes into account numerous methodologies that depend on the intrinsic knowledge of how it will be manufactured. From assembly lines to part breakdowns, tools, drillings, router bits, etc. Regardless of the manufacturing method, whether industrial production or handmade, during the design phase the same tools are often used, such as SolidWorks and parametric design.
when you actually make stuff, the design is foremost, engineering is secondary, but considered. An old boss once said "we ain't building bridges". I was working as a set builder/prop maker at the time.
@@karizma8175 , Well, I don't produce furniture without a technical drawing. It's not a matter of inability; it's a matter of rigor. It's about having a complete piece of furniture in every aspect: design, 3D modeling and manufacturing, which allows anyone in their respective role to understand it or produce it. This also allows for better utilization of materials, time and money management within the established workflow listed step by step, and improved budgeting. This way, you minimize errors and safeguard material parts for potential corrections in all situations marked as critical during the construction phase. Then, you start doing the opposite and create your technical drawing through reverse engineering, considering how it's made, the final product, and deconstructing joints to verify the feasibility of your sketch idea.
You are by far the only channel I never hesitated to subscribe or click on like. Yes, you are asking for it, but in such a "subtle" way that it never feels as a threat like "if you don't i cant afford eating". Moreover, you deserve eeeevery subscription as your style of videos, your narrative style and your manners just....well...I truly believe it's YOU who we are watching. Thanks for the countless hours I got and will get lost in your videos.
I've been a hobbyist woodworker for about 30 years and I've come to realize that the only REAL reason I do it is to come to terms with the radical acceptance necessary in a world that is never perfect. It forces me to slow down, accept, and see beauty - usually even more so when things go 'wrong'. I love how you always highlight that and lean into it. Also, you are not average. Not in any sense of the word. Accept it - I'm a therapist, I know these things. :)
If you know these thing please tells what is wrong with Adam Shit and his friend Mr Fang Fang ? Pls the floors is yours !
Holy cow. That reverse live edge is gorgeous. I want!
And the lip on the pull openings? Genius.
And your fix for the stain was both necessary (that would’ve driven me crazy) and nearly flawless. And the bit you can see where it isn’t perfect if you know where to look is, as you say, a focus point.
One more thing: I love listening to your voiceover; most TH-camrs are *not* good but you’re great. It’s humble and gentle and soothing and then BAM: “hand stuff under the tablecloth.” Hi-fricking-larious.
not only do you make beautiful furniture, you also make beautiful videos. thank you for your work
In my opinion it is not boring at all, it is a wonderful piece. And the video is as entertaining as educational. Thanks a lot for your content.
This might sound really weird, but I'm in the middle of doing my first ever stage musical and one of my scene partners asks me fairly frequently why I care about something that she seemingly finds overly mundane or otherwise unimportant. I can now say that it's because I completely agree with the idea that the details are the design. Thank you for sharing that quote. I feel a lot better about what I'm doing and why.
How you fix and recover from the screw-ups is 90% of why I watch your videos. The other 10% is that you are an excellent woodworker and narrator.
"you can always unsubscribe... it's legal in all 50 states"
and with that joke, you have earned my subscription.
I have to say...that one went over many people's heads.
And I'm glad.
as a carpenter, watching that mistake inception , made my laugh to tears. I was tearing up hearing you say "I got it!" whilst I'm like "noooo don t do that" . Brilliant work mate, keep up the good work (y)
I feel like 80% or better of woodworking is figuring out how to coverup your mistakes in a way that looks intentional. Love the problem solving!!
Indeed it is
If I may ask: why didn't you opt for coloring (sorry, I'm German and too lazy to look up the progressive form of dye) the rest of the end grain by taping off the rest and spilling a bit more epoxy? No one's gonna notice the slightly darker colour if it's evenly stained, right?
Well presented. Like a real good talk in front of a crowd. Like a TED talk.
Meant as a compliment.
Thanks...I'll take it as such
Of all the big woodworking TH-camrs, you are definitely in the top tier for design. One either has an elite eye for this kind of thing or he doesn't. You do. Maybe the best out there.
I am a retired teacher and hobby woodworker. I really appreciate your honesty and attention to detail. Love your vids.
Chris, there is nothing boring about you, your work or the videos, that is why I return here for every video you put out. Thank you for the candid information, for the wise input and for being transparent in your efforts to design and complete each masterpiece. We all make mistakes, we just don't all 'fess up to them. Each perceived mistake is an opportunity for improv and improvement. - Thank you - Jack
People who never make mistakes can never be good teachers... They do not know how to fix mistakes. You on the other hand not only make beautiful pieces, but are sincere with mistakes you make and then tell and show others how you fix them. And you make great instructions for others. But the more you know, the better you are... The imposter syndrome can get worse but only because you will see how much more you can learn. The more you learn the more you have to learn still. Never let your imposter syndrome beat you down, stay humble, learn and teach. Love from Poland (not a woodworker myself, just casually enjoying your work).
The graphics/images in this video are spot on and add a lot to the final product
I can't agree more! What an incredible amount of time and energy that was put into editing this video. I am so impressed, and all to be able to explain all this to us. Thank you so much!!👍
i actually really like seeing your mistakes, i honestly think it makes you more than an average woodworker :)
both because of the old "what not to do" but also mistakes and narration like you give are useful to learning how this all works because we get to see your thought process, how the mistakes happen, and either how to correct them, or when, like with the live edge direction screw up, the mistake means just making a new part the right way. i like seeing how people learn from themselves, because i learn from people learning. it's more, visible and tangible if that makes sense, and i always feel like i learn more like that. seeing small fixes in the finished product, only because you know the fix is there, shows how it's done right and you give me a lot of ideas for making the things i want to make, even if i never sell them or want to start a business, because i simply enjoy concepting and saving things to make for myself in the future
I appreciate that. It's funny because 90% of the mistakes seem to be situations where you know what to do, and 99% of the time you do it right...it's just this time you didn't. Like cutting the shelf short. It's actually pretty rare that mistakes like the stained end grain come about...where, I literally didn't know I was making a mistake until the dust settled. I really like including those in the videos as notes to myself for the future. I figure if I edit an entire chunk of video about that...I'm (hopefully) more likely to think about it next time.
Chris. Not boring at all. Lovely piece. I'd go as far as saying that it's one of my favourites that you've done. Maybe because you've used a bunch of techniques that "normal people" could do but bought them all together in a lovely end product. There's no part of that build I thought "omg. I could never do that in my small shop". Really great. I also laughed at the olive garden thing... Genius.
You definitely got a double helping of design skills. Plenty of woodworkers can make all manner of elaborate joints but their work looks like a Boy Scout project. Your introduction of design principles is something I find really helpful. ty!
Your “fixes” were super cool - It’s good that you show your mistakes because EVERYBODY makes them…it’s how you deal with them is the key!
Chris, all your projects turn out great. Everyone has little oops now and again and the true mark of a professional is knowing how to fix them. the epoxy bleed would never get noticed by anyone but you. So the fact that you took the time to make it better just shows your high level work ethic and professional quality standards. Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming.
I think your designs & craftsmanship are excellent. I watch all your videos start to finish. To hell with the critics...
I've always loved your content, but this one in particular is gold. Truly appreciate the candid and humble way you share (and handle) the errors that inevitably pop up. If I had a dime for every time I stopped and yelled some dirty word in the middle of a project...
heres a huge PRO tip for you, its not mine, i actually saw it from another youtube video, cant remember where though. Instead of buying and using black powder or dye, use CHARCOAL... I know right, mind blown, just buy some charcoal and sand it fine, filter the big chunks and voila, forget you ever stained your wood before, it has worked charms for me, hope this helps
Cam - Blacktail Studio. I bet that's where you saw the charcoal tip.
i think he has powder tint for that already, but its a good alternative.
This is an amazing piece of art in wood. On the question of pocket screws. I see it this way. If you said to a cabinet maker 200 years ago, I have a great new product called pockets screws. I think they would jump at the chance to use them. Fine furniture is not about what methods you use, its like a good recipe at a restaurant. Get the ingredients and add your design guidelines, spices , flavor and make something that is extraordinary. My mantra is work smarter not harder, and I love your honesty. One wood, if you can get some, that has so much character, is Jarrah from Australia.
Your videos are great, but I think the best thing is how you expose your mistakes and the way you solve them. Thank you!
Your videos are always both visually and intellectually interesting. I really appreciate that you take the time to share your processes!
As a pro Artist, Watercolor, sculpting, ceramic… For the best look, weight is best at the bottom, also people look at art right to left. Your drawers were perfect where you ended up putting them. Amazing work.
New to your channel. Watched one and lost track of my morning and time lost in peaceful enjoyment of conversation almost with you through watching problem solving trouble areas. Then got back to my morning and then had to search again for something and found another one of your videos and lost track of time again… and now have subscribed and big fan of you channel. Normally I speed through random videos to see it faster as I go if I was just curious on how it went or turned out. I can’t do that with your videos. The way you make and talk to us through your videos is outstanding work and a talent all its own. Really enjoyed the your videos and look forward to more. Thank you for sharing all your talent and struggles and mindset to solving problems as they come. The sarcasm is perfecto. Stay awesome dude.
To me, if it is wood it can't be boring. I love this 'boring' design. Simplicity brings out your craftmanship. Good luck with your "secret sauce."
It's funny hearing the thoughts of more experienced woodworkers as someone who has only done a couple of self-driven projects. Your strengths are that you think long and hard, you consider your options, and then you chose the ones that you think get you closest to the product you had in your head and on the page. At the end of the day, the way the cookie crumbles comes down to how you approach the problems, not how many times you had them. Keep on rolling along down the hills and when you reach the bottom you'll find yourself and your family surrounded by your failures, each one more polished pieces than the last. Learning is always valuable.
So ironic seeing this pop up today after a trip to my hardwood supplier and speaking with a master craftsman who showed me how he made a dining table using the same technique of pattern routing and joining different slabs. Beautiful work.
This is the first video I've watched from you. I really like your willingness to talk about mistakes and what they mean. I've never had the income to allow for the use of a CNC for any of my woodworking, so I have some solutions that came from necessity. In the future, if you want to mary 2 pieces of wood together, stack the 2 on top of each other and cut the pattern out with a band saw. You end up with 2 mirrored surfaces, you can use for the same project or different ones, but you know they'll match up exactly when you're done. Happy wood working!
You sell your self short - you are anything but an “average” woodworker. I love your creativity, your presentation and honesty. Look forward to the next one.
I appreciate that...but we'll have to agree to disagree :P
Try to ( on scrap maple) use the black epoxy, however make a 2 lb cut of super blond shellac. Paint the 1/4" end grain and see if the shellac stops the bleeding! Your pulls might look better with the hole bottom painted flat black.
I told all my students that the true sign of a master craftsman is how well he can cover his mistakes. You did a nice job on the end grain. I like the look and most importantly the proportions.
IMHO the mistakes and how you decide to fix them is one of my favorite parts of your videos, it shows some vulnerability and we learn how to come up with creative solutions. win-win
i wasn't sure looking at the stark contrast of the wood, but having it be on the back end made it work for for me. it looks almost like it melts into the white wall behind it.
i love love love the design of this one. very understated, in the very best way. it feels "straightforward", "to-the-point" in a certain way. almost like it's saying "i'm a shelf. i look good, but i don't need to show off- i know i'm just a good piece of furniture". the channel between the top surface and the construction of the shelving elevates it from "cool" to "classy" to me and adds a ton.
I get it! Thanks for sharing the adventure. I think we share design ideology so every time I see a work of yours that I haven't previously seen, there is a voice in my head that says, "Exactly! Why wouldn't it be this way?" Keep on keeping on!
I really love your content, and appreciate the sentiment here regarding "good planning as a substitute for magical talent". I've always felt like "Anyone can do anything, if they're willing to put in some work and find their own way to do it."
I'm not too far along in my journey as a woodworker, but one of these days I'll talk the wife into choosing one of your designs, and I can't wait to give it a go. Thanks for finding your own way, and taking us along for the ride. :)
Beautiful piece of furniture! Simple clean lines with awesome details. Thanks for the video...
Anything that pushes you out of your comfort zone is, for me, worth doing. Research and planning require patience, so I think you are right. I am a mechanical engineer and was the guy that had to travel all over the place to modify, repair and even used as a consultant. I think your table is beautiful, thank you 👍
Dude, I could ramble for several lines of comment about all the awesome here, etc. I won't, and just say: Awesome build, awesome design, exceptional patch.
Someone below pointed out what made me literally shout - a finish container that will preserve the product. I could use all the thousands of swear words I know and have invented in a totally positive way to express my joy at hearing that, but this is YT, and a family-oriented channel... and you love your family.
I started watching your videos because of your channel name. I keep watching because I love your process, your sense of humor, and your humility. Good stuff.
"The vast majority will never notice the fix, and the few that do will view it in a positive light, so it is good enough
...unless youre trying to sell it - then you're fucked."
incredible quote, I love it
And unless they are my nitpicking perfectionist aunt. But she’ll probably never see this piece of furniture. 😂
I guess it depends on the client. Cam from Blacktail Studios has a video where he shows the whole process of adding a small chunk of wood to the corner of a big table that he was building for a client. The end result was brilliant, in my opinion, and not even noticeable.
Thanks a lot for an amazing video, full of good humour and precious tips.
And great thanks for your design advises and deep understanding of "more is less" and "form follows function", and "design is details", not following them literally but taking the spirit of those rules and artistically creating a great stuff.
Thanks, it is both a pleasure and educative content. 😊
Appreciate it...glad you enjoyed
An average woodworker produces an average design, but a good woodworker produces a good design because the design process is directly related to one's abilities and understanding of the wood and the tools. You are not an average designer so, therefore, you are not an average woodworker. Thank you for a great video, and the candor to admit your mistakes and how to rectify them.
You are so right about details. All my work is a minimalist style. Functional. Boring. But I add details that are not obvious, not even noticeable, except subconsciously. People don’t even know why it looks good. That is why I think this piece is such a great piece. I love it and think it is one of your best works!
Oh and the measure twice cut once could be measure 100x and I’d still screw up because it thought I was correct the entire time.
Honestly, re the imposter syndrome section, I think it's actually really valuable for tutorial purposes to be talking about where you mess up, because you know how to recover from that; other people are going to make big errors too, and learning how to correct that is pretty huge!
Using the slabs in this way makes it easy to achieve what you are looking for aesthetically and you can double the yield of your most expensive components. Good on you, it is NEVER a waste of money to use the material that gives you the confidence to deliver on your design
You really FORKed up that piece!
good one :)
Imperfections and fixes make unique and beautiful pieces. I would call you a true designer and craftsman.
Love you Keep repeating that you love your family and it’s nice to see Dolores and your videos.
I really enjoy watching your videos. Thank you for showing how you fix your screwups. I usually just get another piece of wood and start over, but I like your way much better. Thanks.
Oh my God, the " hand stuff under the plaid table cloth" had me dying.
Thank you for showing solutions to mistakes. seeing workarounds is extremely important for learning
ALWAYS Chisel Away from yourself. That’s MY tip to everyone (ask me how I know)
How do you know?
Seen some fairly scary near misses with people chiseling towards themselves. I've also heard some pretty horrifying stories too.
I almost never post comments. And I've been a big fan of yours for a long time (purchased and made your Little Larry). Your story telling chops on this video was superb, great job! I really enjoy your vulnerability, quirky jokes, and life outlook. Thanks for sharing your passion with the world....I'm right there with you. Happy Father's Day!
Thank you on all fronts...Really appreciate the kind words. Happy fathers day to you as well :)
I’m gonna give you a list of alternative ways to start a sentence than “ok” one of these days 😢.
I've also got "so" and "alright" in my back pocket.
Part of being a good woodworker is learning how to resolve mistakes. We all make them. Great video as always.
I love how you explain your idea as you create a piece of functional art, it really brings it to life. Thank you.
Thanks for another great episode Chris. Your brutal honesty and humour are second to none. Good luck with the Secret Finish. Looking forward to seeing the end product.
This, and almost every one of your videos are some of my favorites to watch and learn from. Your meticulously crafted designs are a joy to behold. Thanks for sharing. I’m definitely guilty of pointing out all my mistakes to the people who see them. They shouldn’t, but they do become my focal points. My favorite thing to say is - “that’s a rookie mistake, and I’ll never make that mistake again, ever.” I always try and fix them, but that stain bleed was an incredible solution.
This was wonderful. I’m an artist, I paint with oil. Everything I do is contained within your projects. I concentrate for hours at a time. It takes a lot of effort and plenty of mistakes along the way. The closest I come to woodworking if finishing touches on a wood panel or assembling a new easel. I love your videos because of your depth of attention and devotion to your craft/art.❤
Hi Chris. Wie die meisten habe ich meine Möbel mit Hartwaxöl versiegelt und habe mich immer geärgert über Flecken von Gläsern oder Teller usw. Nach einigen Versuchen bin ich jetzt auf ein Finisch umgestiegen mit dem ich mehr als zufrieden bin.
Xyladecor Holzschutz Grundierung (bringt die Maserung und die Farbe des Holzes schön zur Geltung) und Xyladecor Holzschutz Lasur Plus zum Versiegeln. Beides Farblos. Mit der Rolle aufgetragen ergibt es ein wunderschönes Ergebnis. Atmungsaktiv und Wasserfest. Danke für deine wunderbaren lehrreichen Videos. Alles gute für Dich und Deine Familie. Go on👍😀
I do like the thought that experience is not making less mistakes but getting better at fixing them.
I enjoy your videos… know nothing about woodworking, not interested in doing woodworking myself… by i find it soothing to listen to you… especially that it easy to understand your thoughts, what your doing… and explanation… i am watching the videos to relax after work
What I love is all these people revitalize furniture craft!! Many channels. Many makers
My guy... that end grain fix was phenomenal. The probability that you'd be able to find an even better match than that is next to nothing. Awesome job!
This is the best piece of furniture, i have ever seen!!!!!!! Fxxxin Love it ❤
Absolutely remarkable craftsmanship Chris. Your style of woodworking is necessary to get a beautiful outcome. Looking forward to the oil finish end result. Keep up the great videos.
ngl that one is probably your best piece in a while. I like how subtle it is and I love the flow.
Dude I felt that double mistake in my SOUL… taking a measurement and confidently cutting that measurement, only to be an inch short is so relatable. Just did something similar to that the other day with some door stiles (styles?)
Thanks for sharing the mistakes man, I appreciate seeing the imperfections and alterations that go into others’ projects!!!
So, I am a new newcomer to your videos but I have to declare, "been there, done that"...as you succinctly deliver, mistakes happen and how you overcome them makes you a better craftsman. I'm a fan going forward!
Appreciate it...and couldn't agree more
I have enjoyed all of your videos. And I love your mindset.
For your viewers that feel you need to explain why you do anything. They need to get over it if you're doing. What you see in your head and it makes you happy. That's it
I'm restoring an antique Japanese Tansu chest... and have come across several patches by its maker to cover wood knots. He shaved wood from the bottom (underneath case) into paper thin pieces of "veneer" (but literally tissue-paper-thin), and covered every knot, aligning grain as best as they could. I couldn't even SEE these patches - none of them - until I began the project by cleaning the grime off of it with a damp cloth. The patches were so fragile, they just slid off (likely hide glue just dissolved once I got the surface wet). Watching you patch the wood where the epoxy stained into the adjoining piece - I can't help but wonder if a very very thin veneer-like repair would also have worked? Only curious - and thinking out loud. The patches on my tansu have lasted since about 1930. With today's tech - they probably would have remained, and without me even knowing they were there (still). Just food for thought.
You are absolutely above average at creative design. This is another example. Great idea and execution.
This is the first time I’ve seen one of your videos… I quickly hit like and subscribed. Dude you rock, can’t wait to watch more of your work!
And how beautiful it is! Thank you for sharing your work with us all.
I so appreciate the willingness to fix the small details that bug you. Nicely done sir. Looking forward to the new finish...though Im still rocking some Simple Finish of yours but will be very curious to see the next generation of what you make. I get the nature of being particular about finishes which is why I tired yours in the first place. Im on the list, thanks for the work you're putting out there. Its encouraging, educational, and very cool work.
Love how you kept it real and admitted the mistakes made along the way and most importantly how you fixed them. Truly inspirational
...oh and another thing. I concur that your plans are the best out there. As an owner of several plans and builder of the piece for which those plans were developed, I can say that they are the best ones I have ever used. No cap. ;)
Absolutely beautiful work Chris it looks amazing. And thanks for sharing your mistakes and how you fix them as a new woodworker I truly appreciate this.
I agree, your designs are what stand out to me when I watch your channel
Ahhhh, this was sooo good! I know I've made a similar comment on a previous video of yours, but you're such a standout creator! I'm not even a woodworker, just a woman who stumbled upon one of your videos when searching for I don't even remember what, and I watched it start to finish and subscribed. I LOVE everything about your channel. You have so much going on: your craftsmanship, which is really interesting and relaxing to watch; your sense of humour (whodathunkit, furniture-making with lots of laughs along the way?!), your videography; and, of course, your design aesthetic. Sublime stuff. If I didn't already have a gazillion things on my list that I want to learn before I die, I'd be looking out for a woodworking workshop to rent! Thank you for the good vibes you put out into the world x
Your philosophy on asking for subscribers is nothing short of genius! I completely agree with this point and definitely got my 2 thumbs up my friend.
It's tremendously reassuring to know that a professional with years of experience still makes the same measuring/cutting mistakes I make as a student. In my woodworking classes and during my internships in woodshops I've been surrounded by people who don't make these specific mistakes, or very rarely, and I've been feeling down as my final year nears its end because I felt like I didn't have "the brain" for the craft. Genuinely thought I was an idiot at times. I'm constantly cutting things too short and if I don't plan out every single step the whole project's a mess, same as you. Watching you f*ck up the exact same way I know I would has comforted me so much. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this video.
I bought the plans for the cece chair and they were better than I could have imagined. Extremely detailed with templates made the rockers and arms the easy part. Great job
Glad you enjoyed the build...and appreciate the support :)
I think I started woodworking at the same age as you, Chris, but I’m a lot older than you, so 30+ years all told. I’m already a subscriber to your channel (and a few other woodworking channels), but this is the single best woodworking video I have ever seen, not because of the featured piece, but because of your awesome walkthrough of your process of design, making, and especially error corrections. Outstanding, couldn’t disagree with a single thing you said.
Wow...thank you. Really appreciate that.
I was 28 or 29 when I first got interested...and I'm 43 now...so that puts you at 58+ years old?
I love the visuals with graphs and illustrations.
You have a beautiful family!
I, too, struggle with some spacial stuff.
Appreciate it
Hi Chris,
Thank you, thank you , THANK YOU! This video made my day, and that doesn’t happen often. When you talk about design I become a novice again, a disciple soaking up your knowledge. (How’s that? Did you get feelings of imposter syndrome yet? ) Don’t fret, I know you have feet of clay like the rest of us humans, but design is what I come here for, and if I can encourage you to continue teaching I will do so, as I for one need to hear these things, and your way of telling them somehow pénétrâtes the fog of my brain and changes the way I think. So, yeah, your woodworking skills are adequate and your ability to fix mistakes admirable, but your designs are what set you apart and that’s the most important thing.
The piece is beautiful by the way.
Oh, and I can corroborate your observations about people looking at your furniture.
Thanks again.
Cheers,
Keith
I personally love that you show your mistakes to humble yourself and all of us that we can make mistakes no matter how good we are but a true craftsman can always adapt to the mistakes.
Really well done Chris. I love your work and all the wild designs are awesome, but you are a good teacher and communicator. Thanks for sharing your design wisdom.
This is one of my favorite videos yet. your designs are great and this video immediately inspired me to change my design on a project that I'm about to start. Its a simple built-in pantry cabinet with a counter top and now its gonna have a slab as a focal point for the counter top instead of butcher block. Thanks! looking forward to the next video as always! SECRET FINISH!!!!