One of the few channels where I will watch older videos or watch a video multiple times. The only channel where I'll try it imitate Mike by calmly explaining to my fictional audience what I am doing while working on my townhouse renovation-even though I'm usually butchering something.
"Rabbet or rebate, depends upon which continent you're from." Funnily enough, I'm from the UK and I've heard both being used. Way back in the 1960s, my woodwork teacher, an old-school man, invariably called them a rabbet (cut with a rabbet plane) and I have always followed suit. I save the word "rebate" for a refund of taxes (which come around every time we have a purple moon!). Enjoyed your video very much. It is heartening to see a younger generation keeping the old skills going.
These turned out beautiful, Mike. Great video-- very well done with some nice artistic touches. The shop apprentice brought back memories-- treasure each moment because they grow up so fast. When he starts woodworking the hardest part is not touching his work! That is how they really learn.
I just love how you always pay attention to the tiniest of details in your work, Mike. That really speaks a lot of the level of quality and dedication you put into your products. It’s perfection in every sense of the word. I’m not really into woodwork but your videos always amaze me, especially those Japanese carpentry woodwork ones. That’s genuine skills man!
I've been wanting to make some picture frame for a few precious photos, but I absolutely despise miter joints. This is the perfect solution to my problem. Thanks for making is video!
I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos, Mike. Usually a number of new things. Thank you. You're an excellent craftsman and teacher.
Thanks for your enchanting video. Broken my back in a RTA so for a little while I am bed bound, but with pain killers and a plentiful supply of good videos I am set up. Thank you once again.
Agreed, being on both sides of the a project both as a finish carpenter and professional painter in custom homes. It has been frustrating having to go in after someone else has worked and having to fix it in order to get the kind of product the customer paid for. Try doing a built in wet bar in a closet with gloss black lacquer while 5 other Contractor working in other parts of the house. Love you videos.
The construction process is absolutely filled with compromises, speed, cost, quality. Us builder types must find where we fit in and its not easy to do really good work, when we work in a world where most other don't care very much.
I made my first picture frames for my daughters teachers out of Brazilian Wallnut and they loved them. Now I might attempt this style. I also get great satisfaction from joinery. Thanks for the inspiration.
You know that 1/8" rule that differentiates between a carpenter and a woodworker? You're a great woodworker (though you have called yourself a carpenter a time or two). I marvel at your talent.
Another beautiful project. Your shop apprentice is getting so big! Cutest apprentice ever! Cheers and good luck with your classes. Can’t wait for your next video😊
Mike your frames are beautiful. As a Picture Framer, I do have a couple of suggestions about the last couple of steps that you did. Cheap premade frames come with cheap Plexiglas. It often comes prescratched, and has many imperfections. Most Hardware stores will carry either glass or Plexiglas. If using Plexiglas, I recommend that it be at least .90 thick, preferably .118 or higher for larger frames. The matting in premade frames can be of good quality, but is often not very good. It is a good idea to make sure to use Acid Free mats. A tell tale sign of cheap mats, is the beige bevel. This will brown over the years, and may cause damage to your art. My biggest concern with your fitting of the art was in taping the art to the matting. I'm sure that you understand movement in wood, and made your frame about 1/8" larger than the glass size. Matting and mart also has movement, and at different rates. By taping the art all around, you are causing the movement in the art to occur in the middle of the image, causing bulging or rippling. Your art should only be hinged at the top, and preferably with 2 hinges, not the entire length of the top. Sawtooth hangers can cause problems on thinner frames or softer woods, as all of the weight will be applied to the top rail (This shouldn't be a problem on your frame). Additionally, it is often hard to get the indent in the hanger to be exactly in the center, which makes leveling the picture difficult. For this reason, I would recommend using two hangers near the sides of the frame, or a wire (with two hangers on the wall). Thank you for the video. Your woodwork is lovely.
If I watch enough of your videos will I eventually learn whether you are self taught or about how you became so thoroughly proficient at so many aspects of woodworking?
Awesome video...I have never done any woodworking and happened upon it randomly while searching videos about framing artwork...ended up staying for the entire thing. It was honestly very relaxing and fascinating to see how these things can still be done with human hands. Thanks for posting!
Mike, You raise what some would consider the seemingly simple task of making a picture frame into an art form. It is inspiring to watch a gifted artisan ply techniques that change the mundane into a coveted skill. I am currently planning my workshop for a new home we are building. My wife has informed me that my first projects will be to reframe a significant number of nice art pieces we own and I have been spending far too much time watching TH-cam videos for ideas. I plan to steal your concepts for a few (with your permission). Beautiful art begs equally beautiful, but understated, display.
Thank you very much. Building frames is a great thing we as woodworkers get to do. Very practical and its an opportunity to put our own spin on a normally unimportant item. By all means steal away. Let me know how it turns out.
I've seen frames done with a through mortise, but the wedge detail really elevates the clean, design, and is also functional! Beautiful and functional addition.
I agree. And it means the frame is nice and strong which can be important for a mirror frame. A splined mitre joint is also strong, but this is just a bit different and really nice.
Another really good video. I love the way you mix in your family with the woodworking content. The video production quality is first rate. Very enjoyable. Keep them coming!
Beautiful work - The shelf was certainly a good addition. It adds just a bit of shadow that breaks that long horizontal plane. Those frames complement your dining room perfectly. Love the white and gray walls.
Ive watched all of your videos probably 5 times and i cant get enough, im a joiner/carpenter from Manchester, England and i just wish i had the set up you have. I watch yourself and other carpenters like the samurai carpenter on youtube and you guys have great workshops and are brilliant craftsmen, its not the same here, i work on a lot of big sites and a lot of the quality can be lost in the rush to get things done, i always try to keep my quality consistently to a high level but im constantly being pushed just to get things finished for the painters and i just hate the rush. I wish i had the set up so i could do projects like you take on and the clients had the patience to wait for the quality rather than the quantity of works completed. Inspiring stuff as always and i hope one day i can get a lovely workshop and good client list like you have. Thanks for the content Mike 👍
Thank you for the kind words. Quality is an interesting topic. I worked on many job sites and was forced to do fast crappy work. When I went out on my own I decided that I would do good work and charge accordingly, and I would turn away people that just wanted a quick fix. That has worked out OK over the years. Its kind of become the thing I'm known for. I could go on for hours, but I'll just leave it at that.
Mike thank you for the reply. Id love to go out on my ownand find a good workshop space but i dont have any of the big machines its basically just a site set up kit Dewalt Xr stuff. What your doing is exactly what i envisioned when i began my apprenticeship and every video i watch of yours just makes me want to go out and find somewhere to work out of and start up alone. I think thats what im going to do in the long run and quality is such an important factor to me and like you said im basically being forced to produce far less quality work in order to get stuff done. Appreciate you getting back to me man i know you must get so many comments . Thanks
Don't let tools stop you. When I started I had a small compressor and nail guns, chop saw, and a small table saw. The tools are just a matter of many years of slowly buying deals. I'm not saying go start a business tomorrow. Get some skills working for the man, come up with a plan, and give it a shot when you're ready. Also, don't underestimate the importance of the things you are learning in your current job. I worked for a bunch of different people/organizations over the years. I still lean on the lessons I learned during those years. Being forced to work faster is a good lesson in efficiency. Its not like I can just sit there all day working on some tiny detail. I need to produce to earn money. This is a skill I learned with a boss leaning over my shoulder. If you keep at it, things will start to work themselves out. Hope this helps, keep me updated on what you're up to.
Yeah it helps a lot thank you. It does make sense and i do notice that the longer im working this way i am finding better ways to make my work better , faster. Thank you so much for replying and for the videos, ill definately let you know if i make the jump !
Carl, I feel for you. Mike's videos make it seem that life is good and time is unimportant. Just listening to Mike I can feel my heartbeat slow and my muscles relax. He's a true craftsman of wood and video. I love his style. If you are hankering after going out on your own try watching Gosforth Handyman and Peter Millard on TH-cam which might give you inspiration as to what you can achieve with a small workshop and limited shop machinery.
Absolutely beautiful work. As a photographer, I was salivating all over those frames. You have the same intensity on your face when you're working in your shop as I do when I'm in the darkroom.
Thank you very much. I never noticed the look on my face until I started editing videos. You nailed it, its intense for sure. Sometimes I think I should smile more.
Hi Mike, your video style is top notch and your woodworking skills are even higher. The attention to detail that you put into your projects (and videos) really inspires me to build and create. I love the “pro tips” and advice. They definitely help connect some of the dots for a new wood worker like myself. I appreciate your videos so much. Thanks for sharing and good luck with your teaching endeavors.
When I read the title I thought "that's a bold statement." But you sir have fullfilled it in everyway!! I really learned some good techniques from you. Thank you for your time👍🏻
Mike, I stumbled on your video here. First class in every way, love your style brother. The clouds, the shop apprentice, your soft and relevant commentary. Your work is impeccable, and I totally agree with your remark that joinery is the magic of woodworking. And YES to Throwing Copper!
Well... as long as the bos... er, wife... approves? Well done. Keep that junior partner in the shop as much as possible. Thank you, so very much, for sharing your craft with us here.
Nothing makes me feel older than hearing the hits of my youth on golden oldies stations.... unless it's hearing somebody say "waaaaaay back in the mid-nineties."
I stumble onto your videos occasionally when killing time on youtube and there always seems to be a reference to music I like. Throwing Copper is a brilliant album and I seem to recall The Division Bell got a shout out at some stage. I imagine I'm older than you so I'm more a Dark Side of the Moon guy but keep the classic rock coming. Cheers from Australia.
The colour of the wood turned to be very nice, this non-yellowishie red-brown hue looks promissing into future years of the wood getting older... :-) THX
I bet procrastination doesn't happen to often with a guy this meticulous. This guy looks like he has a really nice life..that makes me happy. You should put amazon links to the products you use so you can make a little extra money and we can get the products you are using :) beautiful work, I like the way the through mortises look I think better than a spline . I'm betting he also did the wainscotting and the ceiling trim at 17:23
Thank you. I procrastinate like everyone else. I am fortunate to live a very nice life. Yes, I did the wainscoting, I have a video on my channel if you are interested.
Frames look good. I have yet to try osmo. Heard good things. Fun fact: in 2005, my old band got to play with “LIVE” in the parking lot of the capitol building in DC! Was such a fun time! Chad Gracey was a super nice dude! When I first started playing drums, me and some friends would cover LIVE songs :)
Yes haha mike I made it to the end!! . Thanks for making those frames for your boss. 😊My boss never asks me for anything either, but I like to secretly make her something that she loves and admires😊cheers Pete
That was a great video. Thanks for sharing.....and I'm a little jealous of your shop. It's always great to see a video where someone is making something other than a tool or a jig.
And yet again you amaze me not just only in your video quality and keeping me entertained and learning throughout the entire video but also the quality and design of your project. Loved how you added the sharpening tips as well, but most of all I can’t get over how excited I got at about 13:30 into the video and saw one hell of a stellar looking shirt, fits you well! Thanks again mike for all you do and I can’t wait to get out there to meet you and learn from your classes
Are you sure you're not Japanese? The only time I've seen that much care, precision and attention to detail is when I'm watching Japanese hand building. So much pride in something many would consider a simple, minor project is impressive. Well done. Btw, I still love Lightning Crashes lol.
Thank you for the very kind compliment. I have such great respect for Japanese woodworking/carpentry. Agreed, the care, time, simplicity, strength, precision all make it a beautiful sight to behold. Oddly enough, Lighting Crashes was the song that I heard on the radio the spurred me on to listen to the whole album. When I first heard that song I was young and didn't really get it. Now being a little older and having experienced the death/life cycle it hits much closer to home.
Hi Mike Wow, your attention to detail is spot on. Really nice contrasting colours, with the frame and joints. The small ledge on on the mirror, superb.
Thanks for sharing your framing technique, Mike. Btw, I believe the consistency of your intros (shop apprentice + landscape and weather) does help to convey context and to make the viewer's experience more enjoyable. Cheers!
Thank you very much. I hope what you say is correct. I feel that adding little things to make my videos in my style will help with long term growth. Sort of like a familiar couch, nice and comfy.
Oh definitely! I caught myself waiting for your "I´m Mike Farrington, welcome back to my shop, AKA THE BOARDROOM", and because this time it took a little longer than usual, I said it myself :D Always happy so see your notification pop up.
Thats very nice to hear. I'm just the guy making videos in a small office. I never know if the little things I put in videos will get a chuckle or a frown. Thank you for the feedback. Maybe in the next few videos I'll include the story of how my shop was named the boardroom...
It's working for you, Mike. I enjoy the familiarity of the intro, as well as the nature shots. Knowing the environment that you work within gives the viewer a greater appreciation of you as a person. Frank Howarth does a similarly nice job with this aspect. Keep up the good work.
Oh yeah, Live Throwing Copper was a GREAT album! It helped carry me through my first deployment in the Marine Corps. "I alone", "Lighting Crashes", and "All Over You" were my jams. Those frames look great! I like the wedge in the tennon look and method. I haven't tried it yet, but I will. Thanks for the tutorial.
i knew it, I KNEW IT, i waited 20 days to see you speak on camera after i made a comment the last time about you only speaking in voice over format, not a doubt in my mind until the last minute of the video, also the frames turned out great, the mortises on the sides look pretty classy.
Thank you. I bought a cheap plug in mic so I could talk to the camera. I am still pretty far from doing that in my shop because of echo and a boom mic. All in time.
Beautiful video and a excellent process . I really appreciate the narration and philosophy while watching the wood evolve into the finished masterpiece. I love the finish that you applied. Much success.
@@MikeFarrington me either. Your really awesome at editing man . I really wanna start posting stuff but I don't know . . Still got the B. F ... I don't think people will actually care lol . What made you want to start to post ? Did you go back and forth with it ? What were your draw backs and . Yeah what was the reason for your decision to do it. I'm glad you did I have taken alot from your vids. Most importantly the patience and thinking stuff out and slowing down . Thinking the whole project through first. How many times I have had an ideah with no ideah how o want to do it . Then in the end I'm like man I could have done better by doing a , b,c, etc
@@Carpenters_Canvas Well thank you. I have no actual training. I heard you could make money, so I thought I would put up a video and see how things go. Since then I don't think its gone great, but I've done OK. And yes, thinking through projects is the first step to improving at the craft.
YES! But then they grow up and you become insanely dumb. Then they get older and figure out you are really wise. And then come the grandkids and you are a demigod. I love it!@@MikeFarrington
I just wanted a video on making frames. I had no idea that I would found such a great sleep aid. Any time I have trouble falling asleep I will just watch this video. BTW when I want a video on frame making, I don’t give a rats *** about the music you listen to.
Seems like you didn't like the video, as I recall that music reference was pretty far in. I don't get why you would watch a sizable chunk of a video you don't like. My videos are just my take on a project, there are lots of other builders with a different presentation style that might resonate better with you.
Every single time I watch a new video form you, you surprise with yet another cool technique or tip that just blows the competition out of the water. I believe I saw The Samurai Woodworker add small drill holes at the end of the cuts for where the wedges go, as I think it prevents some potential splitting of the wood when driving in the wedges. Might be something worth looking into. Great content again, always a pleasure and a fast click when you upload a video; guaranteed good content, humour, and editing. It never bores me. Ninja edit: classes? Damn, I wish I was closer to Denver, because I would attend immediately. Maybe sometime in the future!
Thank you. I try really hard to add detail to the videos. I am happy to hear you can pick up a trick here and there. I drill the holes once is a while, Its not needed if the piece you are wedging is thin, as in this case. Meaning from the edge of the tenon to the wedge is only 18/-3/16.
I did immediately, kind sir. We are the priests.... One of the added bonuses to watching your extremely well crafted videos with a scrutinizing eye. If we weren't fast friends before my binge viewing of your wonderful channel, we are now. Been a Rush fan since Neil had his famous mustache and ponytail. Your videos are an utter joy bringing art and a sense of tranquility to the world. And your wee lad reminds me of my boy at that age. Spend all the time you can with him now as the days pass quickly. May God bless you and your family.
Thank you very much. I can't claim to be a Rush fan since the mustache days, but I can remember the exact moment I first heard a Rush song. It was Freewill, I was changed from that moment on.
The boardroom, near the Temples of Syrinx, between Lakeside Park and the Fountain of Lamneth, closer to the heart of the Villa Strangiato, where a working man builds memories with hatchet, axe, and saw.
You do beautiful work, though I don't see how simple woodworkers without all these great and expensive tools can replicate this. These have significant relaxation value either way.
Thank you for the compliment. I'm also happy to hear you find them relaxing, that is a big goal for me. I wanted to create a video thats easy to watch and low stress. With regard to making these using expensive tools, yes I have a pretty nice tools set, but given a much longer timeframe these frames could easily be made with a couple handsaws, planes and chisels. My videos are just about how I do things with the current tool set I have. Nothing less nothing more.
Thanks for the reply - that's very fair. It's an inspiration seeing how precisely crafted everything is. You're right that similar results could in principle be made with hand tools, I just wish I had the patience and care!
I didn't expect to see anything new in a 'picture frame video' - I've seen so many. Again I was happy to be wrong. :) I very much like miter-dovetail frames, so I might combine those with your tips and tricks. Brooms are by the way a no-go in dusty workshops where I live (by law, they're actually not allowed, because they make the dust go up in the air; instead we are restricted to vacuum cleaners). If you don't have a dust-collection system, I very much recommend that (both for you and your work-force). Thank you for another high-quality video with lots of good content. Tail-wind to you with the courses!
Cool technique and tip. I have not thought of doing it that way..... I always do a 45. Will have to try that. Also, thrift stores and garage sales for frames and mats. Look for nice custom frame stuff. The larger ones are better. You can reuse the frames for smaller stuff (break apart, cut as you need, and rejoin). Also, you can steal the glass and cut it down (way easy). I used to do custom picture framing for a living. I don't worry about mats as I picked up a mat cutter on CL for about 60 bucks. It was in a frame shop at one point and is the C&H which is the same brand I worked on so I used. If you don't want to mat some 3m spray and linen cloth covering a large cove molding or "inner frame" will work for a mat. That really works well if you have a vacuum bag for veneering. Especially if you do any sort of shadow box. I have done really fun ones. The best was a custom engraved colt that belonged to a notable TX cowboy is my understanding, but I don't know that to be 100 percent true. Was a cool project that turned out nice. I do mostly the odd stuff for me these days as I know the markup on custom stuff! Also, if you have a Micheal's or a Hobby Lobby you can go in and use the 40 percent off single item coupon for just custom cut glass or the cheap frame. I have also done that trick. Mat boards aren't cheap and come in 40 x 30 as does a sheet of glass. You can order online full sheets online. Custom picture framing is a pretty fun. We used to do chop service or just order sticks and cut it to length. I would do the joining with an under pinner or a small hand hammered brad and glue. The tools are pretty specific to framing. We had a foot powered chop saw that to large blades that came down at a 45. The beds were cast and flat like a jointer. Made for prefect miters as long as you had the blades adjusted properly and took small and thin bites. I wish I still had it. It was my dads frame shop. He sold off the equipment to a lady who opened the shop and I taught her how to frame. I worked several days a week with her in the shop for extra cash while I was in college. That was the time that Live was popular. Love that album as well. Lightening crashes is a great song. As one enters life the other exits.
Thank you. Great tip about thrift store frames, that makes total sense as I read it. I will at some point get a mat cutter, thats just a matter of time. Live is great and yes, Lightening Crashes is a really good song. I liked it when I was younger, but as I have gotten older and seen the circle of life, that song hits a little closer to home.
It is also quite "enough" to use paper tape on the backside in order to hold cardboard, picture and glass inside the frame. That way you can easily "open" the image later if you want to change the "inside" without any holes inside the frame.
@@MikeFarrington there were alot if good music all around, but only a handful of bands that repeated it on a second album or song for that matter...nirvana, live, Metallica, alice in chains....
One of the few channels where I will watch older videos or watch a video multiple times. The only channel where I'll try it imitate Mike by calmly explaining to my fictional audience what I am doing while working on my townhouse renovation-even though I'm usually butchering something.
Thank you very much. That is kind to say.
@@MikeFarrington All kidding aside. I am a machinist by trade and typically worked to 0.0005 inch. I guess I appreciate your precision.
@@lrc87290 Thank you Tony. I consider it a high compliment when a machinist appreciates my precision.
Your workshop apprentice is such a happy little soul, Mike.
Thank you. I hope so.
"Rabbet or rebate, depends upon which continent you're from." Funnily enough, I'm from the UK and I've heard both being used. Way back in the 1960s, my woodwork teacher, an old-school man, invariably called them a rabbet (cut with a rabbet plane) and I have always followed suit. I save the word "rebate" for a refund of taxes (which come around every time we have a purple moon!).
Enjoyed your video very much. It is heartening to see a younger generation keeping the old skills going.
Thats a good way to sum up. Rebates are for taxes. Ha!
The best woodworking channel on the internet. Thanks for publishing your skills and techniques.
Thank you for the kind words.
These turned out beautiful, Mike. Great video-- very well done with some nice artistic touches. The shop apprentice brought back memories-- treasure each moment because they grow up so fast. When he starts woodworking the hardest part is not touching his work! That is how they really learn.
Thank you Bud, I agree, its not easy to let them make their own mistakes.
I just love how you always pay attention to the tiniest of details in your work, Mike. That really speaks a lot of the level of quality and dedication you put into your products. It’s perfection in every sense of the word. I’m not really into woodwork but your videos always amaze me, especially those Japanese carpentry woodwork ones. That’s genuine skills man!
Thank you Mike. The details are what set the level of quality in my humble opinion.
I've been wanting to make some picture frame for a few precious photos, but I absolutely despise miter joints. This is the perfect solution to my problem. Thanks for making is video!
Glad it was helpful!
I learn something new every time I watch one of your videos, Mike. Usually a number of new things. Thank you. You're an excellent craftsman and teacher.
Thank you. That is very nice to hear.
Thanks for your enchanting video. Broken my back in a RTA so for a little while I am bed bound, but with pain killers and a plentiful supply of good videos I am set up. Thank you once again.
Thank you. Happy to help entertain you through a difficult time.
It is nice to hear a man take care of his family that does not make numerous demands on him.
Thank you.
Agreed, being on both sides of the a project both as a finish carpenter and professional painter in custom homes. It has been frustrating having to go in after someone else has worked and having to fix it in order to get the kind of product the customer paid for. Try doing a built in wet bar in a closet with gloss black lacquer while 5 other Contractor working in other parts of the house. Love you videos.
The construction process is absolutely filled with compromises, speed, cost, quality. Us builder types must find where we fit in and its not easy to do really good work, when we work in a world where most other don't care very much.
I like your relaxed delivery, no manic intensity but plenty of information about what you are doing and why. Inspiring work too, thanks for uploading.
Thank you. Thats the feel I'm going for.
Every time I see that beast of a jointer.. I weep. Beautiful job. I also enjoy the small projects
Thank you.
I made my first picture frames for my daughters teachers out of Brazilian Wallnut and they loved them. Now I might attempt this style. I also get great satisfaction from joinery. Thanks for the inspiration.
Thank you Matt.
You know that 1/8" rule that differentiates between a carpenter and a woodworker? You're a great woodworker (though you have called yourself a carpenter a time or two). I marvel at your talent.
Thank you very much. I hadn't heard the 1/8" thing before.
Nothing can replace your gifted knowledge base and experience, I think you are an amazing cabinet maker and it was a great video
Thank you for the kind words.
Another beautiful project. Your shop apprentice is getting so big! Cutest apprentice ever! Cheers and good luck with your classes. Can’t wait for your next video😊
Thank you very much. The Shop Apprentice is certainly a ray of light in my life. I will have another video out soon. Stay tuned.
Mike your frames are beautiful.
As a Picture Framer, I do have a couple of suggestions about the last couple of steps that you did.
Cheap premade frames come with cheap Plexiglas. It often comes prescratched, and has many imperfections. Most Hardware stores will carry either glass or Plexiglas. If using Plexiglas, I recommend that it be at least .90 thick, preferably .118 or higher for larger frames.
The matting in premade frames can be of good quality, but is often not very good. It is a good idea to make sure to use Acid Free mats. A tell tale sign of cheap mats, is the beige bevel. This will brown over the years, and may cause damage to your art.
My biggest concern with your fitting of the art was in taping the art to the matting. I'm sure that you understand movement in wood, and made your frame about 1/8" larger than the glass size. Matting and mart also has movement, and at different rates. By taping the art all around, you are causing the movement in the art to occur in the middle of the image, causing bulging or rippling. Your art should only be hinged at the top, and preferably with 2 hinges, not the entire length of the top.
Sawtooth hangers can cause problems on thinner frames or softer woods, as all of the weight will be applied to the top rail (This shouldn't be a problem on your frame).
Additionally, it is often hard to get the indent in the hanger to be exactly in the center, which makes leveling the picture difficult.
For this reason, I would recommend using two hangers near the sides of the frame, or a wire (with two hangers on the wall).
Thank you for the video.
Your woodwork is lovely.
Lots of good info here, thank you very much.
Well done!! Simple and not too polished that’s how I like it.
Thank you.
If I watch enough of your videos will I eventually learn whether you are self taught or about how you became so thoroughly proficient at so many aspects of woodworking?
A little of everything. I would say I'm mostly self taught, but early on I worked in a few cabinet shops and I have taken some classes.
I really like the idea of the shelf on the mirror frame.
Thank you. I think it turned out pretty cool too.
Awesome video...I have never done any woodworking and happened upon it randomly while searching videos about framing artwork...ended up staying for the entire thing. It was honestly very relaxing and fascinating to see how these things can still be done with human hands. Thanks for posting!
Thank you very much.
One of the few TH-camrs that I watch at 1.0 speed. Keep up the awesome videos!
Ha! Thats great to hear. Thank you.
Love To See Bob The Builder , Standing By !!! Great Frames !!!
We watch a ton of Bob The Builder in our house. Thank you.
He's Cute As A Button , Running Around The Shop With A Dustpan !!!!
He dominates the dust pan, thats for sure. There is more joy wrapped up in that package than I could describe with words.
I'm Well Aware , I Have Two , Now 27 And 24
I hope to be in your position one day.
Mike,
You raise what some would consider the seemingly simple task of making a picture frame into an art form. It is inspiring to watch a gifted artisan ply techniques that change the mundane into a coveted skill. I am currently planning my workshop for a new home we are building. My wife has informed me that my first projects will be to reframe a significant number of nice art pieces we own and I have been spending far too much time watching TH-cam videos for ideas. I plan to steal your concepts for a few (with your permission). Beautiful art begs equally beautiful, but understated, display.
Thank you very much. Building frames is a great thing we as woodworkers get to do. Very practical and its an opportunity to put our own spin on a normally unimportant item. By all means steal away. Let me know how it turns out.
I've seen frames done with a through mortise, but the wedge detail really elevates the clean, design, and is also functional! Beautiful and functional addition.
Thank you very much. I really like the way these turned out. Simple, quite, but built to last.
I agree. And it means the frame is nice and strong which can be important for a mirror frame. A splined mitre joint is also strong, but this is just a bit different and really nice.
Beautiful job on the frames and mirror. Very nice shop, too. A brief, rotating wall cloud gets one's attention.
Thank you. Yes, that will get your attention for sure.
Another really good video. I love the way you mix in your family with the woodworking content. The video production quality is first rate. Very enjoyable. Keep them coming!
Thank you John. I will have another video out soon.
Beautiful work - The shelf was certainly a good addition. It adds just a bit of shadow that breaks that long horizontal plane. Those frames complement your dining room perfectly. Love the white and gray walls.
Thank you. We are happy with all of the colors as well. The natural wood tones really help finish off the space.
Ive watched all of your videos probably 5 times and i cant get enough, im a joiner/carpenter from Manchester, England and i just wish i had the set up you have. I watch yourself and other carpenters like the samurai carpenter on youtube and you guys have great workshops and are brilliant craftsmen, its not the same here, i work on a lot of big sites and a lot of the quality can be lost in the rush to get things done, i always try to keep my quality consistently to a high level but im constantly being pushed just to get things finished for the painters and i just hate the rush. I wish i had the set up so i could do projects like you take on and the clients had the patience to wait for the quality rather than the quantity of works completed. Inspiring stuff as always and i hope one day i can get a lovely workshop and good client list like you have. Thanks for the content Mike 👍
Thank you for the kind words. Quality is an interesting topic. I worked on many job sites and was forced to do fast crappy work. When I went out on my own I decided that I would do good work and charge accordingly, and I would turn away people that just wanted a quick fix. That has worked out OK over the years. Its kind of become the thing I'm known for. I could go on for hours, but I'll just leave it at that.
Mike thank you for the reply. Id love to go out on my ownand find a good workshop space but i dont have any of the big machines its basically just a site set up kit Dewalt Xr stuff. What your doing is exactly what i envisioned when i began my apprenticeship and every video i watch of yours just makes me want to go out and find somewhere to work out of and start up alone. I think thats what im going to do in the long run and quality is such an important factor to me and like you said im basically being forced to produce far less quality work in order to get stuff done. Appreciate you getting back to me man i know you must get so many comments . Thanks
Don't let tools stop you. When I started I had a small compressor and nail guns, chop saw, and a small table saw. The tools are just a matter of many years of slowly buying deals. I'm not saying go start a business tomorrow. Get some skills working for the man, come up with a plan, and give it a shot when you're ready. Also, don't underestimate the importance of the things you are learning in your current job. I worked for a bunch of different people/organizations over the years. I still lean on the lessons I learned during those years. Being forced to work faster is a good lesson in efficiency. Its not like I can just sit there all day working on some tiny detail. I need to produce to earn money. This is a skill I learned with a boss leaning over my shoulder. If you keep at it, things will start to work themselves out. Hope this helps, keep me updated on what you're up to.
Yeah it helps a lot thank you. It does make sense and i do notice that the longer im working this way i am finding better ways to make my work better , faster. Thank you so much for replying and for the videos, ill definately let you know if i make the jump !
Carl, I feel for you. Mike's videos make it seem that life is good and time is unimportant. Just listening to Mike I can feel my heartbeat slow and my muscles relax. He's a true craftsman of wood and video. I love his style.
If you are hankering after going out on your own try watching Gosforth Handyman and Peter Millard on TH-cam which might give you inspiration as to what you can achieve with a small workshop and limited shop machinery.
Absolutely beautiful work. As a photographer, I was salivating all over those frames. You have the same intensity on your face when you're working in your shop as I do when I'm in the darkroom.
Thank you very much. I never noticed the look on my face until I started editing videos. You nailed it, its intense for sure. Sometimes I think I should smile more.
Mike Farrington You always smile when your shop apprentice is in the picture with you, I have noticed.. ❤
Nice work- gotta keep the boss happy
Thank you. Yes indeed.
Hi Mike, your video style is top notch and your woodworking skills are even higher. The attention to detail that you put into your projects (and videos) really inspires me to build and create. I love the “pro tips” and advice. They definitely help connect some of the dots for a new wood worker like myself. I appreciate your videos so much. Thanks for sharing and good luck with your teaching endeavors.
Thank you for the kind words. I will keep making if you keep watching!
I love the shelf on the mirror.
Thank you. Me too. I rotate out little things that I want to display.
I love your videos, you are an amazing craftsman and teacher!
Thank you very much Ian.
Hope your classes turn out well Mike.
I really love your channel.
Thank you.
Thank you Skippy. I have really enjoyed making videos so far. I'll keep at it as long as people keep watching.
When I read the title I thought "that's a bold statement." But you sir have fullfilled it in everyway!! I really learned some good techniques from you. Thank you for your time👍🏻
Thank you very much.
Mike, I stumbled on your video here. First class in every way, love your style brother. The clouds, the shop apprentice, your soft and relevant commentary. Your work is impeccable, and I totally agree with your remark that joinery is the magic of woodworking. And YES to Throwing Copper!
Welcome aboard!
Well... as long as the bos... er, wife... approves?
Well done. Keep that junior partner in the shop as much as possible.
Thank you, so very much, for sharing your craft with us here.
Thank you very much.
I love the education you provide in your videos.
Thank you.
Nice idea with the thru mortise. I make a lot of frame and never thought of using these. Good technique too.
Thank you.
Nothing makes me feel older than hearing the hits of my youth on golden oldies stations.... unless it's hearing somebody say "waaaaaay back in the mid-nineties."
I hear ya. The 90s was the decade of my youth. That was a long time ago.
@@MikeFarrington That was my 20s. I'm trying to live the illusion that I'm still there...
@@backpacker3421 So your just a little older than me, and I'm with ya, I dream of those days as well.
Holly crap! In 1990 I was 53 years old. Thanks for reminding me!! I am still an avid woodworker out in my sawdust factory garage.
@@heylar2 Its great to hear you're still making some dust. Keep at it!
Throwing Copper is one of my wife’s all time favorite album, she left just before you brought it up. Ps I like the Lego guy!
Thank you. Its a great album for sure. I need more Lego guy in my videos.
Man, I love that album! Yea, when classic rock sounds a lot like Grunge, we are getting old!!
Great album for sure. More and more Grunge is being played on my local classic rocker....Yup, we're gettin old.
I stumble onto your videos occasionally when killing time on youtube and there always seems to be a reference to music I like. Throwing Copper is a brilliant album and I seem to recall The Division Bell got a shout out at some stage. I imagine I'm older than you so I'm more a Dark Side of the Moon guy but keep the classic rock coming. Cheers from Australia.
Thank you very much. I'm a big fan of Dark Side of the Moon as well. Sounds like we have similar taste in music.
You are actually a teacher, not just a “shower”. I think anyone could get something from this video. Thank you.
Thank you, thats very kind.
Nice job. I'm a landscape photographer and mill my own frames...this gives me additional ideas. Thanks for posting.
Thank you.
I really enjoyed watching and learning from you, and the frames added something warm and handcrafted to your “handcrafted” dining room!
Thank you. I really like the end result, simple and elegant.
The colour of the wood turned to be very nice, this non-yellowishie red-brown hue looks promissing into future years of the wood getting older... :-) THX
Thank you. I have several pieces that I built a few years ago and the color darkens but remains really nice.
I bet procrastination doesn't happen to often with a guy this meticulous. This guy looks like he has a really nice life..that makes me happy. You should put amazon links to the products you use so you can make a little extra money and we can get the products you are using :) beautiful work, I like the way the through mortises look I think better than a spline . I'm betting he also did the wainscotting and the ceiling trim at 17:23
Thank you. I procrastinate like everyone else. I am fortunate to live a very nice life. Yes, I did the wainscoting, I have a video on my channel if you are interested.
Mike, thanks for the really helpful and enjoyable presentation mate! You are a pleasure to watch, there is always a takeaway!
Thank you Rob. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed the video.
Amazing work, I enjoy your videos, greetings from Guatemala.
Thank you.
Frames look good. I have yet to try osmo. Heard good things.
Fun fact: in 2005, my old band got to play with “LIVE” in the parking lot of the capitol building in DC!
Was such a fun time!
Chad Gracey was a super nice dude!
When I first started playing drums, me and some friends would cover LIVE songs :)
Thank you. Give Osmo a try, its a nice finish. Thats super cool you got to play with Live. Wow!
I've really been enjoy your craftmanship on your videos. And I really like the tips sprinkled throughout the videos too.
Thank you. I'll do my best to keep the tips coming.
Yes haha mike I made it to the end!! . Thanks for making those frames for your boss. 😊My boss never asks me for anything either, but I like to secretly make her something that she loves and admires😊cheers Pete
Thank you Pete. Nothing better than being able to make a nice gift for someone special.
I’ve just registered a woodworking class. In fact You have inspired me to try woodworking. Wish me luck, mate!
Thank you, thats great to hear. Best of luck!
The Temples of Syrinx, I love it!
Love Rush.
That was a great video. Thanks for sharing.....and I'm a little jealous of your shop. It's always great to see a video where someone is making something other than a tool or a jig.
Thank you. I like the project based videos better as well.
And yet again you amaze me not just only in your video quality and keeping me entertained and learning throughout the entire video but also the quality and design of your project. Loved how you added the sharpening tips as well, but most of all I can’t get over how excited I got at about 13:30 into the video and saw one hell of a stellar looking shirt, fits you well! Thanks again mike for all you do and I can’t wait to get out there to meet you and learn from your classes
Very nice Devin! Thank you for the shirt and card holder. I'll keep you updated on the class schedule. Keep watching and I'll keep posting videos!
Mike, you are one funny man! I like your humour
Thank you Jim.
Really adds that wow factor to the room. Great work as always. Turned out great.
Thank you much Jason!
Are you sure you're not Japanese? The only time I've seen that much care, precision and attention to detail is when I'm watching Japanese hand building. So much pride in something many would consider a simple, minor project is impressive. Well done. Btw, I still love Lightning Crashes lol.
Thank you for the very kind compliment. I have such great respect for Japanese woodworking/carpentry. Agreed, the care, time, simplicity, strength, precision all make it a beautiful sight to behold. Oddly enough, Lighting Crashes was the song that I heard on the radio the spurred me on to listen to the whole album. When I first heard that song I was young and didn't really get it. Now being a little older and having experienced the death/life cycle it hits much closer to home.
Hi Mike
Wow, your attention to detail is spot on.
Really nice contrasting colours, with the frame and joints. The small ledge on on the mirror, superb.
Thank you very much. I really liked the shelf as well.
Beautiful project. Who’d have thought non-mitred corners could look so good.
Thank you. I thought the 90 degree joints would be another way to show that the frames were custom made.
I like your style in the shop! Learn a lot from each of your videos. Thanks for the effort!
Thank you. Thats great to hear.
Mike, really like your attention to details and your creativity. Great WORK!!!
Thank you very much.
Thanks for sharing your framing technique, Mike. Btw, I believe the consistency of your intros (shop apprentice + landscape and weather) does help to convey context and to make the viewer's experience more enjoyable. Cheers!
Thank you very much. I hope what you say is correct. I feel that adding little things to make my videos in my style will help with long term growth. Sort of like a familiar couch, nice and comfy.
Oh definitely! I caught myself waiting for your "I´m Mike Farrington, welcome back to my shop, AKA THE BOARDROOM", and because this time it took a little longer than usual, I said it myself :D
Always happy so see your notification pop up.
Thats very nice to hear. I'm just the guy making videos in a small office. I never know if the little things I put in videos will get a chuckle or a frown. Thank you for the feedback. Maybe in the next few videos I'll include the story of how my shop was named the boardroom...
It's working for you, Mike. I enjoy the familiarity of the intro, as well as the nature shots. Knowing the environment that you work within gives the viewer a greater appreciation of you as a person. Frank Howarth does a similarly nice job with this aspect. Keep up the good work.
I agree with this, though up to this point I hadn't given it any thought. Thank you for the input. It is very helpful.
Oh yeah, Live Throwing Copper was a GREAT album! It helped carry me through my first deployment in the Marine Corps. "I alone", "Lighting Crashes", and "All Over You" were my jams. Those frames look great! I like the wedge in the tennon look and method. I haven't tried it yet, but I will. Thanks for the tutorial.
Thank you. One of my all time favorites. Thank you very much for your service.
Different and looks great nice job Mike and keeps your BOSS happy for a wee while LOL
Thank you. Gotta keep the Boss happy.
i knew it, I KNEW IT, i waited 20 days to see you speak on camera after i made a comment the last time about you only speaking in voice over format, not a doubt in my mind until the last minute of the video, also the frames turned out great, the mortises on the sides look pretty classy.
Thank you. I bought a cheap plug in mic so I could talk to the camera. I am still pretty far from doing that in my shop because of echo and a boom mic. All in time.
Beautiful video and a excellent process . I really appreciate the narration and philosophy while watching the wood evolve into the finished masterpiece. I love the finish that you applied. Much success.
Thank you very much.
Great Video. You have very good taste in music, takes me back to my younger days...now I need to go to my CD box and break out Throwing Copper.
Thank you. Music is really one of my favorite things. Happy to hear you enjoy the recommendations.
You don’t know how happy I am that your posting new vids brother
Thank you. I post when I can. Videos take lots of time to make, something I don't have much of these days.
@@MikeFarrington me either. Your really awesome at editing man . I really wanna start posting stuff but I don't know . . Still got the B. F ... I don't think people will actually care lol . What made you want to start to post ? Did you go back and forth with it ? What were your draw backs and . Yeah what was the reason for your decision to do it. I'm glad you did I have taken alot from your vids. Most importantly the patience and thinking stuff out and slowing down . Thinking the whole project through first. How many times I have had an ideah with no ideah how o want to do it . Then in the end I'm like man I could have done better by doing a , b,c, etc
@@Carpenters_Canvas Well thank you. I have no actual training. I heard you could make money, so I thought I would put up a video and see how things go. Since then I don't think its gone great, but I've done OK. And yes, thinking through projects is the first step to improving at the craft.
This is cool. I dig your vibe and your work.
I appreciate that!
Awesome frames Mike, and YES Throwing Copper is a spectacular album. Thanks for suggesting today's soundtrack!
Thank you Josh. Give it a listen, 20 something years later, the album still sounds great.
Another excellent video, plus a Rush reference. Awesome.
Thank you. I'm going to reference Rush a lot. They are the best.
Damn right they are.
You made it look so easy, I think I'll have to try it Good job Mike.
Thank you. Give it a go.
Love your shop apprentice. Reminds me of my youngest granddaughter!
Thank you, kids are a joy to have around.
YES! But then they grow up and you become insanely dumb. Then they get older and figure out you are really wise. And then come the grandkids and you are a demigod. I love it!@@MikeFarrington
@@cmichaelhoover8432 Funny how the cycle works.
! This salvaged walnut looked way too perfect - like decor printed on an old japanese radio! Nice project, learned a lot
I agree. I was beating the desk apart with a sledge and noticed the drawer boxes. I keep all that was worth saving.
I just wanted a video on making frames. I had no idea that I would found such a great sleep aid. Any time I have trouble falling asleep I will just watch this video. BTW when I want a video on frame making, I don’t give a rats *** about the music you listen to.
Seems like you didn't like the video, as I recall that music reference was pretty far in. I don't get why you would watch a sizable chunk of a video you don't like. My videos are just my take on a project, there are lots of other builders with a different presentation style that might resonate better with you.
Nice video as usual. Like the 2112 remark there, yup was a awesome concert in '77...
I was wondering who would pick up on the 2112 reference. I have seen Rush a bunch of times, they deliver every time.
They look great. Got to keep the boss happy.
Thank you. Yes, the boss must be happy.
Correction that was not a simple project but extremely interesting and well made gifted people make things look easy
Thank you very much. I'm happy to hear you found the video interesting.
Excellent job Mike!
Glad you liked it!
Every single time I watch a new video form you, you surprise with yet another cool technique or tip that just blows the competition out of the water.
I believe I saw The Samurai Woodworker add small drill holes at the end of the cuts for where the wedges go, as I think it prevents some potential splitting of the wood when driving in the wedges. Might be something worth looking into.
Great content again, always a pleasure and a fast click when you upload a video; guaranteed good content, humour, and editing. It never bores me.
Ninja edit: classes? Damn, I wish I was closer to Denver, because I would attend immediately. Maybe sometime in the future!
Thank you. I try really hard to add detail to the videos. I am happy to hear you can pick up a trick here and there. I drill the holes once is a while, Its not needed if the piece you are wedging is thin, as in this case. Meaning from the edge of the tenon to the wedge is only 18/-3/16.
another fantastic video and tutorial mike...
Thank you James.
Clean, minimal, and beautiful. Your boss has good taste. Although, beware now - a dangerous precedent has been set :)
Thank you very much. You have no idea how correct you are about precedent....
Your just about the coolest guy on the entire internet
Wow, thank you. I'm going to use this comment to try and convince my wife. Wish me luck.
First time seeing one of your videos. We obviously share a love for Rush!
Rush! My favorite. Thank you. Not too many people picked up on the reference in this video.
I did immediately, kind sir. We are the priests.... One of the added bonuses to watching your extremely well crafted videos with a scrutinizing eye. If we weren't fast friends before my binge viewing of your wonderful channel, we are now. Been a Rush fan since Neil had his famous mustache and ponytail. Your videos are an utter joy bringing art and a sense of tranquility to the world. And your wee lad reminds me of my boy at that age. Spend all the time you can with him now as the days pass quickly. May God bless you and your family.
Thank you very much. I can't claim to be a Rush fan since the mustache days, but I can remember the exact moment I first heard a Rush song. It was Freewill, I was changed from that moment on.
The boardroom, near the Temples of Syrinx, between Lakeside Park and the Fountain of Lamneth, closer to the heart of the Villa Strangiato, where a working man builds memories with hatchet, axe, and saw.
Great comment. If you get this you are a big Rush fan.
You do beautiful work, though I don't see how simple woodworkers without all these great and expensive tools can replicate this. These have significant relaxation value either way.
Thank you for the compliment. I'm also happy to hear you find them relaxing, that is a big goal for me. I wanted to create a video thats easy to watch and low stress. With regard to making these using expensive tools, yes I have a pretty nice tools set, but given a much longer timeframe these frames could easily be made with a couple handsaws, planes and chisels. My videos are just about how I do things with the current tool set I have. Nothing less nothing more.
Thanks for the reply - that's very fair. It's an inspiration seeing how precisely crafted everything is. You're right that similar results could in principle be made with hand tools, I just wish I had the patience and care!
If I ever have the time, I would love to do a similar project with only hand tools or minimum hand tools. It would be neat to show both processes.
I didn't expect to see anything new in a 'picture frame video' - I've seen so many. Again I was happy to be wrong. :)
I very much like miter-dovetail frames, so I might combine those with your tips and tricks.
Brooms are by the way a no-go in dusty workshops where I live (by law, they're actually not allowed, because they make the dust go up in the air; instead we are restricted to vacuum cleaners). If you don't have a dust-collection system, I very much recommend that (both for you and your work-force).
Thank you for another high-quality video with lots of good content. Tail-wind to you with the courses!
Thank you very much. I don't use the broom too much. I have a pretty nice hepa shop vac that does most of the clean up.
Awesome frames! Thanks for sharing it! I like the one with the shelf.
Thank you. I like the shelf too. I put all kinds of little things up there for display.
Cool technique and tip. I have not thought of doing it that way..... I always do a 45. Will have to try that. Also, thrift stores and garage sales for frames and mats. Look for nice custom frame stuff. The larger ones are better. You can reuse the frames for smaller stuff (break apart, cut as you need, and rejoin). Also, you can steal the glass and cut it down (way easy). I used to do custom picture framing for a living. I don't worry about mats as I picked up a mat cutter on CL for about 60 bucks. It was in a frame shop at one point and is the C&H which is the same brand I worked on so I used. If you don't want to mat some 3m spray and linen cloth covering a large cove molding or "inner frame" will work for a mat. That really works well if you have a vacuum bag for veneering. Especially if you do any sort of shadow box. I have done really fun ones. The best was a custom engraved colt that belonged to a notable TX cowboy is my understanding, but I don't know that to be 100 percent true. Was a cool project that turned out nice. I do mostly the odd stuff for me these days as I know the markup on custom stuff! Also, if you have a Micheal's or a Hobby Lobby you can go in and use the 40 percent off single item coupon for just custom cut glass or the cheap frame. I have also done that trick. Mat boards aren't cheap and come in 40 x 30 as does a sheet of glass. You can order online full sheets online. Custom picture framing is a pretty fun. We used to do chop service or just order sticks and cut it to length. I would do the joining with an under pinner or a small hand hammered brad and glue. The tools are pretty specific to framing. We had a foot powered chop saw that to large blades that came down at a 45. The beds were cast and flat like a jointer. Made for prefect miters as long as you had the blades adjusted properly and took small and thin bites. I wish I still had it. It was my dads frame shop. He sold off the equipment to a lady who opened the shop and I taught her how to frame. I worked several days a week with her in the shop for extra cash while I was in college. That was the time that Live was popular. Love that album as well. Lightening crashes is a great song. As one enters life the other exits.
Thank you. Great tip about thrift store frames, that makes total sense as I read it. I will at some point get a mat cutter, thats just a matter of time. Live is great and yes, Lightening Crashes is a really good song. I liked it when I was younger, but as I have gotten older and seen the circle of life, that song hits a little closer to home.
Very stylish frames. I, too, like the walnut wedges...they make the frame look very special (and expensive).
Thank you very much. This was a really fun project.
It is also quite "enough" to use paper tape on the backside in order to hold cardboard, picture and glass inside the frame. That way you can easily "open" the image later if you want to change the "inside" without any holes inside the frame.
Thank you. Good point.
Again, well done. Another quality project.
Thank you Keith.
By the way, I like your hair style as well.
Why thank you, and I like yours. Its a nice slick way to go. I think all guys should give it a try.
Working on it
Ha!
Great video Mike! Love the handplane silhouette shot!
Thank you. That turned out to be a neat shot.
You were right at first.. your boss love it. If not, you may have to take it back to the drawing board.
Ha! Thank you.
"Throwing Copper" is easily one of the best albums of the '90s.
I would agree with this. The 90's were not a great decade for music. There were a few highlights and Throwing Copper is one of them.
@@MikeFarrington there were alot if good music all around, but only a handful of bands that repeated it on a second album or song for that matter...nirvana, live, Metallica, alice in chains....
@@joeymerrell8585 Agreed.