This is just about the most beautiful and heartwarming thing I have seen. I just keep imagining how one day your daughter will find the letter and then come over to you for a hug and you wont know what that was for because you forgot. Really man, keep on doing what you do.
I've been a subscriber for many years now. What a family man you've become. I just had a daughter, the last bit made me blame some onions. Well done Marc.
Marc, Thank you for putting out the content that inspires so many of us. I noticed at the end of the video your NEGU book(?), my family and I are forever grateful for what the NEGU organization has done for us over the last year. I hope what brought the NEGU organization into your life has been healed.
Marc, I know that love you have for your daughter. You have done an exceptional job at channeling that in a subtle and sentimental way. What’s so beautiful about this is that the note- in my opinion, steals the show. You allowed your craftsmanship, which is revered by many I am sure, to take second fiddle to the message to your daughter (and you’ve got the fart to prove it!). That’s admirable, and promising to every woodworking Dad out there. This video is unique, something I have never personally seen before in your videos- and I admire it. It’s hard to top, but I am sure you will. Good job Marc.
Beautiful jewelry box I'm sure your daughter will love it. The letter is such a sweet thing to do. My son is 2 and I've been trying to come up with something to build for him for to have when he's a little older. Because we never know how much time we will be here with them
I love where you show your daughter the jewelry box. My daughter always get super excited and i never feel more proud when she swoons over something i have made her. Well done Marc!
Your channel is a joy to watch. There is nothing like making something for your kids and then someday your grandchildren. Enjoy it because they grow up so fast!
By far one of the best videos you have ever produced. The project, editing, the humor and love you just managed to put out is a gift for anyone to watch it! Congratulations, and thank you!
Great timing Marc! I have just been given an order to make a jewellery box but the one I'm making will be a bit larger as I need to make room for 30 large necklaces that will be on hooks, 24 draws for necklaces that need to be laid flat and some more draws with a total of 50 small compartments for earrings etc. I'll be aiming for similar style joinery though so watching you make this has given me some great ideas. Thanks
Man, this is awesome. I have a 12 year old step daughter, and a 9 month old daughter, and you smacked me right in the feels. I love your videos like this, no real instruction, (which I need), but inspiration, to get into the shop. Awesome job, sir.
I'm sorry, that "and a handwritten letter for my 2 year old daughter to find when she's older" broke me, that was beautiful. the project, the meaning, all of it
I know that this video is kind of old, but it is exactly what I needed to see. I have a stash of mahogany and walnut, the latter that my dad cut on a sawmill when I was really little (a really long time ago!). I'd like to make some heirloom boxes for the younger generations out of that stock. Trying to carry on the family traditions. Thanks so much for all that you share with us. I really appreciate it.
Beautiful. My grandfather was a bit of a craftsman but he died when I was young. My dad was pretty good with his hands too but I never really had the skills. I do however appreciate other people's skills, expertise and craftsmanship and I love watching videos like this, watching all the love, care and attention to detail that goes into making something so beautiful and special. Love the unexpected ending!
One of your best Marc. With all the wonderful things you've built, I can tell that this meant something special to you. Small pieces like this are sometimes the hardest to do. Really well done.
Wow! This is stunning! I love the attention you pay to small details. For instance, I would not have thought of making the dowels into hourglass shapes, but that really gives an elegant touch to them.
Wow I've seen similar jewelry chests designs but in your tasteful eye you managed to mary different woods in a way that really popsand pleases the eye. When you opened the side panels showing the matching panels with the match of the drawers. It really poped. Nice job with the note pops she will cherish that as much as the jewelry box.
Beautiful piece of art. Your daughter will treasured for eternity. I hope one day I can do the same for my kids. By the way I received your book and I'm enjoying the reading. It's great knowledge for a woodworker beginner like myself.
Beautiful...so many details and fine craftsmanship. It's those little pieces that bring the whole thing together. Excellent work and thanks for sharing
Beautiful work and design. It may sound counterintuitive, but before gluing I seal/ finish around all the glued joints at least, to avoid squeeze out problems. It saves from staining the wood and reduces sanding. Glad you oiled that walnut. I love the way the wood glides through your band saw. Lovely to see you daughter excited. A delightful age. Savour every minute.😀. I expect you do.
Lovely box, I’m sure your daughter will cherish it, I made my first box yesterday, still have some finishing touches but it’s coming along. Take care Rob
Simply WoW! Just calling this a 'Jewelry Box' is a grave injustice... This is a beautiful piece of work and i aspire to do work like this!! Amazing stuff there mate.
What a great project and a real good edit, thanks Marc. Couple of great tips too, 1. the metal screws before brass and 2. The single dove tail for us dove tail shy people.
Very Nice! Learned my lesson with jewelry boxes, the one I build turned out to be the most expensive project of my life!!... The problem occurs when your other half starts filling the thing with your credit card..
Excellent mate, thank you. You always give us your best and haven’t let us down yet. You, Shannon and the two Matt’s have been the best teachers that I’ve ever had and I truly thank you mate, exceptional as per usual,😎👍🏻
Wow! Marc! That's an incredibly beautiful box! But honestly the best part was that you wrote her a letter! Right in the feels man!
Ditto. All that needed to be said. :)
The hidden letter got me..! Absolutely a beautiful build.
This is just about the most beautiful and heartwarming thing I have seen. I just keep imagining how one day your daughter will find the letter and then come over to you for a hug and you wont know what that was for because you forgot. Really man, keep on doing what you do.
Absolutely magnificent. The final touch of writing a letter to your daughter was very touching.
I've been a subscriber for many years now. What a family man you've become. I just had a daughter, the last bit made me blame some onions. Well done Marc.
Marc,
Thank you for putting out the content that inspires so many of us. I noticed at the end of the video your NEGU book(?), my family and I are forever grateful for what the NEGU organization has done for us over the last year. I hope what brought the NEGU organization into your life has been healed.
Stunning piece Mark! I’m sure you’re daughter will treasure this for the rest of her life.
Marc, I know that love you have for your daughter. You have done an exceptional job at channeling that in a subtle and sentimental way. What’s so beautiful about this is that the note- in my opinion, steals the show. You allowed your craftsmanship, which is revered by many I am sure, to take second fiddle to the message to your daughter (and you’ve got the fart to prove it!). That’s admirable, and promising to every woodworking Dad out there. This video is unique, something I have never personally seen before in your videos- and I admire it. It’s hard to top, but I am sure you will. Good job Marc.
Beautiful jewelry box I'm sure your daughter will love it. The letter is such a sweet thing to do. My son is 2 and I've been trying to come up with something to build for him for to have when he's a little older. Because we never know how much time we will be here with them
I love where you show your daughter the jewelry box. My daughter always get super excited and i never feel more proud when she swoons over something i have made her. Well done Marc!
Beautiful project and video! This video reminded me why you are the top you tube woodworker in my mind! Thanks for sharing!
Your channel is a joy to watch. There is nothing like making something for your kids and then someday your grandchildren. Enjoy it because they grow up so fast!
Im not big into Jewelry boxes but this is really nice. Then the letter to your daughter.... priceless.
By far one of the best videos you have ever produced. The project, editing, the humor and love you just managed to put out is a gift for anyone to watch it! Congratulations, and thank you!
My favorite part of this is that you made it when she's not old enough to understand all the work it took. True fatherly love. Great project.
An investment in the future. :)
As always, this project is a masterpiece. Beautiful walnut, great craftsmanship. Love the tender moment with your daughter. Thanks for sharing.
Great timing Marc! I have just been given an order to make a jewellery box but the one I'm making will be a bit larger as I need to make room for 30 large necklaces that will be on hooks, 24 draws for necklaces that need to be laid flat and some more draws with a total of 50 small compartments for earrings etc. I'll be aiming for similar style joinery though so watching you make this has given me some great ideas. Thanks
this bad boy is stunning. Love it! Great techniques and insight
Your jewelry box was awesome as well.
Man, this is awesome. I have a 12 year old step daughter, and a 9 month old daughter, and you smacked me right in the feels. I love your videos like this, no real instruction, (which I need), but inspiration, to get into the shop. Awesome job, sir.
Beautiful work and a wonderful heirloom for your daughter .... she will be thinking of you forever....great job dad!!
I'm sorry, that "and a handwritten letter for my 2 year old daughter to find when she's older" broke me, that was beautiful. the project, the meaning, all of it
my heart just melted. that was a beautiful build for your lil princess. i hope she doesnt lose the "key" to her secret drawer.
Now I have a daughter of my own, this video hits different. Thank you brother.
that’s so awesome to include a letter to your daughter, what a lovely project
I've been checking this out on Instagram! The detail is incredible! Your daughter will cherish this box forever!
I know that this video is kind of old, but it is exactly what I needed to see. I have a stash of mahogany and walnut, the latter that my dad cut on a sawmill when I was really little (a really long time ago!). I'd like to make some heirloom boxes for the younger generations out of that stock. Trying to carry on the family traditions. Thanks so much for all that you share with us. I really appreciate it.
Wow! This is soooo beautiful. Your daughter is very lucky to have a beautiful piece like this custom made by her own dad.
Very well said and executed with fine lines and wood pieces. Peter from New York
Beautiful. My grandfather was a bit of a craftsman but he died when I was young. My dad was pretty good with his hands too but I never really had the skills. I do however appreciate other people's skills, expertise and craftsmanship and I love watching videos like this, watching all the love, care and attention to detail that goes into making something so beautiful and special. Love the unexpected ending!
Beautiful!such a nice gift for her to cherish and maybe even one pass on to her own kids. The jewelry box is amazing Marc!! Thanks for sharing
One of your best Marc. With all the wonderful things you've built, I can tell that this meant something special to you. Small pieces like this are sometimes the hardest to do. Really well done.
I've watched this video for inspiration and technique about 10 times. Never gets old. Thanks, Marc!
Glad you enjoyed it!
You're an awesome wood worker, but you like a better dad! I enjoy the Instagram snipits of your life. Keep the grind going!
ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE Marc. Gorgeous. My jaw dropped when I laid eyes on that figured Walnut plank. It would make a gorgeous guitar top !
Awesome Mark, your daughter will treasure it.
Mate, that's brilliant. I'm no slouch in the workshop but this is way out of my class, well done, Stewart, south west Australia.
I cant tell you how many times I've watched this video, so gorgeous.... cant wait to get the plans one day
Wow! This is stunning! I love the attention you pay to small details. For instance, I would not have thought of making the dowels into hourglass shapes, but that really gives an elegant touch to them.
Wow I've seen similar jewelry chests designs but in your tasteful eye you managed to mary different woods in a way that really popsand pleases the eye. When you opened the side panels showing the matching panels with the match of the drawers. It really poped. Nice job with the note pops she will cherish that as much as the jewelry box.
So beautiful it brought a tear to my eye . I can remember when my daughter was that small she's 15 now and her name is also Ava.
Beautiful project and video! Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful piece that your daughter will treasure all her life!
Beautiful Marc!!! I love the extra touch with the letter for your daughter.
God Bless You & Yours!!!!!!
As your best friend, I think it's my place to say that this is a beautiful project, both in conception and execution. Well done!
Excellent work and design Mark. I'm sure your daughter will love it.
Beautiful piece of art. Your daughter will treasured for eternity. I hope one day I can do the same for my kids. By the way I received your book and I'm enjoying the reading. It's great knowledge for a woodworker beginner like myself.
Nice little teaser / overview of a full scale Guild build.
I love love love the end. Maybe one day I will make this for my 4 month old little girl. So awesome.
Beautiful...so many details and fine craftsmanship. It's those little pieces that bring the whole thing together. Excellent work and thanks for sharing
You are gifted Sir!😊loved watching you create this beautiful box. Thank you
Superb craftsmanship, excellent design
Beautiful work and design. It may sound counterintuitive, but before gluing I seal/ finish around all the glued joints at least, to avoid squeeze out problems. It saves from staining the wood and reduces sanding. Glad you oiled that walnut. I love the way the wood glides through your band saw. Lovely to see you daughter excited. A delightful age. Savour every minute.😀. I expect you do.
Stunning! Beautiful Jewelry box. Thanks for the Video. David Marks would be proud.
Beautiful piece, ava will treasure it forever.
That was an AWESOME project Marc! Glad to be a part of the Guild now and I pre-purchased this build.
I watched this three times already today. Such a great project, it turned out beautiful, Marc!
I think it's a hit Marc. Something she will cherish forever. That there is a good Dad thing to do.
Nice design and some beautiful walnut, Marc
Absolutely brilliant build and video, the letter in the hidden box is sheer class. Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful jewelry box. I'll bet she'll cherish it for the rest of her life.
Wow Marc ! Last take with the kids curiosity was awesome, congrats perfect box and tutorial, Eduardo from Brazil
Lovely box, I’m sure your daughter will cherish it, I made my first box yesterday, still have some finishing touches but it’s coming along.
Take care
Rob
Best Part for me was the letter for your daughter !!! Cool Dad !!!
Gorgeous. I will be getting this in the guild right after Cremona's farm table.
Beautiful design and workmanship, a real inspiration for me to make the time to make something special for joy of it rather than always for the income
Let me see what Marc's go for us this time.....ends up crying thinking about my two year old daughter. Thanks man.
Awesome work, Marc. And thanks for this nice runthrough outside of the guild!
My god, Spags. What a gorgeous piece! Great job.
very nice project . and the princess will love it forever
That's such a beautiful piece of work! She'll surely appreciate it when she grows up
Beautifully designed and looks superb.
Terrific craftsmanship. I hope one day that I can do something like this for my wife, mother, or mother-in-law law...
Simply WoW!
Just calling this a 'Jewelry Box' is a grave injustice... This is a beautiful piece of work and i aspire to do work like this!!
Amazing stuff there mate.
What a great project and a real good edit, thanks Marc. Couple of great tips too, 1. the metal screws before brass and 2. The single dove tail for us dove tail shy people.
That jewelry box is both beautiful and brilliant! Great job!
Incredible! Would love to get my hands on a peice of that walnut
BEAUTIFUL!!!! You’re simply the best at what you do
Wow! I love it and so will Ava. Happy Fathers Day.
Freaking AWESOME in every way Mark. This one blew me away.
Wow - what a beautiful project. Congratulations on a super-nice job.
Great project Marc ! I'm sure that your daughter will be happy!
Very special Marc. Thanks for sharing this.
Incredibly beautiful and touching.
A really nice piece! Best wishes Andreas
Absolutely fantastic !!
Very Nice!
Learned my lesson with jewelry boxes, the one I build turned out to be the most expensive project of my life!!... The problem occurs when your other half starts filling the thing with your credit card..
A beautiful project and a first - class timber work. Greetings from Andy from Germany
This may be the greatest thing you have done so far.
Beautiful. You are indeed an artist and a master craftsman!
Okay I cried. Beautiful box!
Beautiful project. The letter idea was really sweet.
Excellent. Elle est entrée dans mes rêves Mr Marc. Merci pour cette belle vidéo.
This is a master piece. Thank you for sharing
i can see the love put into it, lovely.
Fantastic man! The detail, story, all was heartwarming!
Nice job...and the letter is a great addition...Cheers!
That is a beautiful masterpiece...
Excellent mate, thank you. You always give us your best and haven’t let us down yet. You, Shannon and the two Matt’s have been the best teachers that I’ve ever had and I truly thank you mate, exceptional as per usual,😎👍🏻
Beautiful work and beautiful kids. Congrats.
Awesome job!!!!
It is gratifying and inspiring to see such great work from a humble person. Thanks for the content.👍