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  • Blacktail epoxy table workshop: www.blacktailstudio.com/the-e...
    This video is the story of me trying to salvage this old block of walnut and turn it into a high-end fireplace mantle for a great client across the country.
    New Blacktail n3 Nano: blacktailstudio.myshopify.com...
    0:00 Intro
    0:23 Backstory on this log/mantel
    1:25 Wood cleanup
    2:12 Sealing the slab/epoxy pour
    3:40 Extreme epoxy leak
    4:55 Bold request, giveaway details
    6:20 Planing and jointing
    8:48 Router trick
    10:50 Sander Trick
    11:35 Floating shelf bracket install
    14:06 Dutchman joint inlay
    17:05 Block plane and sanding
    18:19 Finish the mantle (round 1)
    19:20 Big little mistake
    20:47 Final reveal
    Items used in this build (some alternatives given due to supply chain issues):
    Deep pour epoxy: amzn.to/3CEikFK
    Moisture meter (similar): amzn.to/3nipNEv
    C-channels: conceptthirteen.ca?ref=btjrt2lvnw8g
    Angle grinder: amzn.to/3pu2iXZ
    Track saw: www.timberwolftools.com/mafel...
    Table top epoxy (touch-ups/fast): amzn.to/3asufLq
    CA glue: amzn.to/3tiiKNu
    Sandpaper eraser: amzn.to/2Zf2rr5
    Threaded inserts: conceptthirteen.ca?ref=btjrt2lvnw8g
    Festool sander: amzn.to/3gVnlBg
    Lightstick (now $55): amzn.to/3faMWFu
    Rubio Monocoat: amzn.to/3bBBz6J
    Gem buffer: amzn.to/2N6qWRt
    Photography light (similar): amzn.to/2RjiMqp
    Router: amzn.to/3HI6yxf
    Flush trim bit: amzn.to/3r4OA26
    White buffing pads: amzn.to/3u85vzV
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  • @BeachBushandBeyond
    @BeachBushandBeyond 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1312

    Worst place : Taiwan in winter 😬
    I'm wondering why you put in the bow ties?

    • @BlacktailStudio
      @BlacktailStudio  2 ปีที่แล้ว +807

      Good question! They help keep the cracks from splitting further.

    • @joebreau1967
      @joebreau1967 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Yes why the bow tie!! Lol it doesn’t serves has anything.

    • @noreengranbery1469
      @noreengranbery1469 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Worst place: I don't think I have one...yet!
      Beautiful mantel

    • @troysgt
      @troysgt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      @@BlacktailStudio even with the epoxy, you suspect those splits can extend? Or is it more of cheap insurance to make sure they don’t, plus beautification?

    • @nachojones1
      @nachojones1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +103

      Wichita Falls Texas. Would not recommend. Love that mantel. I like the bow ties. it would look better without them but i would rather see them than a giant crack.

  • @cbr600rrgraffitti
    @cbr600rrgraffitti ปีที่แล้ว +148

    Going through a pretty bad time in my life and I want you to know your videos have been really therapeutic for me. Thank you 🙏

    • @bruceburwell300
      @bruceburwell300 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    • @PaulHarristrinity
      @PaulHarristrinity 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Hang in there! I've been to the absolute lowest place possible (Hell) and it's NOT fun. I'm not religious, but, yeah. There is a better way. You'll find it. Don't give up. There are strangers like me that sincerely care. Keep truckin'

    • @peterjohn8625
      @peterjohn8625 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Same. Pretty much at rock bottom, if I couldn't waste my time watching YT I probably would've ended myself by now.

    • @daksh_joshi11
      @daksh_joshi11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hope you all are doing amazing or getting better

  • @kenkloepping2779
    @kenkloepping2779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +649

    I am a metal worker/welder/fabricator with 40+ years of experience. I just discovered your channel and videos. I absolutely love watching them. Please don't change them. I find your commentary very helpful to know what and why you are doing! I am a new subscriber and eagerly awaiting your next project. Thanks for sharing your craft!

    • @Castiron_Kyle
      @Castiron_Kyle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I second this comment and my feelings are the same. Love the detail.

    • @108hindu
      @108hindu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      It appears a lot of us old metal workers love to transition to woodworking after we retire. Metal working is dirty, smelly, and generally nasty. It was interesting work and paid the bills but I much prefer woodworking these days. Thanks for a great video.

    • @kenkloepping2779
      @kenkloepping2779 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@108hindu I think you hit the nail on the head! Pun intended!

    • @petes623
      @petes623 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@kenkloepping2779HOLY puns 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼😂😂😂
      Upon replying to a pun on a stranger's reply to another stranger's comment on a TH-cam video not relevant to anything being worked on at the time nor seeming like one that ever will be - that was the moment he discovered 'Rock Bottom.'

    • @BossModeGod
      @BossModeGod 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don’t keep ol head waiting tho. Homies got 1-maybe 2 years left!

  • @christinasmith9400
    @christinasmith9400 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +88

    I am a 71 year old grandmother and I do furniture refinishing and painting. I so love your videos, mainly because I am fascinated by all the tools. The fact that you also make mistakes makes the rest of us not feel like morons when we make them. Thanks, you are a talent!

    • @Henry-kb6me
      @Henry-kb6me 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You're an inspiration man! I hope I get to wood work as long as you🤣

  • @scottprather5645
    @scottprather5645 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very refreshing to just have narration and not stupid irritating sound effects in the background.
    Also amazing how epoxy has revolutionized this kind of woodworking. I like that jointer sled idea I'm going to use that thank you.

  • @gdpeck71
    @gdpeck71 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I like that you show your mishaps. It helps others know that they can recover from it and not throw something out.
    My high school woodshop instructor told me a long time ago, it's not that you made a mistake it's how you fix it.

  • @TCHartselle
    @TCHartselle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    Showing the mistakes that happen during the process of woodworking is something not a lot of people would do. I just want to appreciate how vulnerable you get with your audience!

    • @steveskouson9620
      @steveskouson9620 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Most people try to hide their mistakes. Cam leads with them.
      THAT, and that alone, is why I trust his channel!
      Everybody is going to "F" up. Deal with it. The Bob Ross
      school of life.
      steve

    • @RICDirector
      @RICDirector ปีที่แล้ว

      Watch Nick Zametti...he too is open and honest...and how he deals with his defeats is amazing, usually with something funky and fun as a result, even if it isn't what he started out to do.

  • @paule.3156
    @paule.3156 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your unparallel craftmanship is one reason for your success. But what really rounds it up is your humbleness, honesty and share of mistakes. One can tell listening to you that you are just a great character and human being that found joy in what he is doing. In the mix this is what is keeping people to continue watching. Also that you talk as the visual content moves on rather than doing one after another. Keep the videos coming. They sweeten our days and imspire to make own steps in working with wood. Warm regards from Germany. Paul

  • @tash4122
    @tash4122 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Anywhere my mother in-law was . Don’t get me started!!! Mantle looked gorge in its place . Great vid

  • @scrapwood
    @scrapwood 2 ปีที่แล้ว +221

    I left my job in healthcare back in June and started full time as a cabinetmaker under the guidance of the shop owner. I’m loving every second of every day and always learning something new. These videos definitely played a role in my decision to take the plunge and pursue woodworking full time.

    • @ravenbishop5232
      @ravenbishop5232 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      wow

    • @ryansimpson3074
      @ryansimpson3074 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Sounds risky but if you are truly passionate about woodworking then it will yield much fruit

    • @benrichards9667
      @benrichards9667 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Bravo. So many Healthcare workers are spent. Between geriatric joey and his unlawful mandates, the politics at hospitals and the burn out, your not alone sir. My buddy is a pharmacist and he is leaving the profession end of this year for pilot of small planes. He's done with Healthcare.

    • @foofstarr4856
      @foofstarr4856 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@benrichards9667 wow a pharmacist leaving his profession thats a first i heard. Congrats for making the big move

    • @foofstarr4856
      @foofstarr4856 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Were you a nurse? Just wondering

  • @whodat90
    @whodat90 2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Not a woodworker and don’t have the fancy tools but I did a similar one for my wife. 300ish year old chestnut beam from an old factory, I left the wild edge wild on the front, with the noriginal dings and notches. Filled the cracks with epoxy as you did, but built up dams everywhere I could with UV setting epoxy, then used aluminum duct tape for the rest. Still had minor leaks and used way more epoxy than I expected, it pretty happy with the result. Additional challenge was that I didn’t want to (nor did I have the tools to) sand it perfectly flat, so all the epoxy had to be brought to surface level but not higher. Finished it with a heavy wax that was worked into the wood with a nylon brush for a smooth touchable (if imperfect) surface. Different end result than yours, but different goal as well. Beautiful work as always!

    • @jakobrosenqvist4691
      @jakobrosenqvist4691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You are quite clearly a woodworker even if you don't think you are.

  • @CameronBarke
    @CameronBarke ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It's wild how this guy has created such a TH-cam following after making tables etc... Really cool! Great work Cam

  • @csmretired8428
    @csmretired8428 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GTMO, Cuba in 1968. Two all male USMC companies for 9 months. Great work and helpful clues on positive and negative work experence. Thanks.

  • @GregoryLongs
    @GregoryLongs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +170

    First, I'm a big fan of the bowtie/butterfly joints.
    Second, a bowtie shape isn't the only option. You could create your own unique shape that would brand your piece. Your interlocking logo is perfect.

    • @rosedad4life688
      @rosedad4life688 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I have placed crosses made out of leopard wood with curve corners in walnut. It came out nicely.

    • @JuuB406
      @JuuB406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This is an awesome idea

    • @waynehoch3009
      @waynehoch3009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I agree. On another commentor for $4,000 I wouldn't want to see bowties!

    • @bobripkey3924
      @bobripkey3924 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@waynehoch3009 laminates, stone and metal are probably a better finish for you then.

    • @mahadevovnl
      @mahadevovnl ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But... what are they for, exactly? I don't get it. Decorative only?

  • @gamercs21
    @gamercs21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    No worst place. Any day you get up, and any place you're breathing, it's a good one. Awesome video Cam. I think that the effort of doing the work in your own shop is admirable and inspiring. Well done.

    • @udalimb384
      @udalimb384 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed. There is beauty in everything.

    • @udalimb384
      @udalimb384 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Rintaro Okabe I've had conversations with refugees who long for the beauty of home. Home=beauty War=ugly

  • @joannkalenak7182
    @joannkalenak7182 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Blacktail...I know nothing about woodworking but I love your videos. I've already learned so much. I'm building a memorial bench for my sis-in-law and I wanted to embed a piece of amethyst cut in the shape of a heart. Watching your vids gave me the confidence to just try. I never would have tried to use epoxy to fill cracks and actually add dimension. So far, so good. Even my husband is impressed.

  • @reginaschellhaas1395
    @reginaschellhaas1395 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Footwear. For @20 yrs, I dyed silk fabric with shibori & other techniques, & did custom color matching. I was always working with 185F (& plus) water, plus steam. Wore Birks and Tevas, too hot in my NC/SC area studio. Could switch to boots if we had a cold winter. Never burned my toes, but had to care for hands and forearms. Had lots of burn scars from leaning over the 5gallon steam pots, smacking my arms. Similar to reaching into an oven, but on the underside. You know your dangers, and which ones to watch for. Love this channel!

  • @nasircervantes340
    @nasircervantes340 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Mosul Iraq 🇮🇶
    Cam your attention to detail is amazing. It’s really hard to gauge in a 20 min video but as a amateur craftsman, it doesn’t escape me.
    I was Army my brother a Marine. It’s because of him I found your channel. He’s amazing with epoxies and tinted decorative concrete sealers. I was surfing and found your channel. I stayed because he’s a lot like you detail oriented, and end product motivated. Everything in between is worth it to accomplish his mind’s eye result. Happy Holidays and happy project hunting. From Memphis TN

    • @bootyeater7625
      @bootyeater7625 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I still think 29 palms is worse

  • @d.newsome6344
    @d.newsome6344 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Worst place? Inside a washer spray booth at a silk screen company where we washed out old screens with "pink pudding" and a high pressure hose.
    I love your honesty. That extra 1/16" is the word. Your attention to detail is great. Too bad most jobs don't pay well enough to allow for such perfection.

  • @crilledisst
    @crilledisst ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Swedish West Coast is pretty awful during wintertime. Using your videos to relax and disconnect myself from stress. My to do-list is growing, but I'm feeling really soothed by your work and the way you present it. This is no small thing, and I want to give you my most sincere thanks.

    • @Fury_BlackWolf
      @Fury_BlackWolf ปีที่แล้ว

      I live there and i agree. The high humidity and the winds from the ocean is just the worst. I live in the south so i don't even have proper winters with snow, just rain. Maybe 1 week of snow these days.

  • @coverdirector
    @coverdirector 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The gratifying value of watching someone who knows what they're doing ... or figures it out along the way. Your episodes are just so damn SMART. Seeing how YOU make the sausage is everything. Getting out in front of nit-picking commenters is easily half your battle!

  • @jamieclark1955
    @jamieclark1955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I can appreciate you showing the mistakes you make as well of things that go right. Smart people learn from other peoples mistakes. Good teachers show what works and what doesn’t. Beautiful work.

  • @pkrause3697
    @pkrause3697 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I am really in awe of your talents. I just "found" your videos. I'm 64 now and I remember a table that my Grandfather did in his retirement years. It was the bottom cut of a very old tree. He kept the cut so you could see where it flared out to the roots. The piece had alot of holes in it so he decided to fill it with bits of turquoise and coral. The table was gorgeous, but it's been handed around over the years and I'm not sure which family member has it. You mention in several videos you were out of ideas....have you ever considered filling the voids in the slabs with stones? Either semi precious or natural. I will continue to watch and enjoy you work. Thank you for sharing your talents.

  • @ions82
    @ions82 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    With the amount of time, work, and materials that went into this, I feel like $4K is a bargain. The projects on this channel are astounding.

    • @leehk23
      @leehk23 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      4K was the cost of the wood itself, not the finished mantel.

    • @dennisfahlstrom2515
      @dennisfahlstrom2515 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Right. That was probably another $7K. It’s amazing that a chunk of ratty wood that most folks would use for firewood can become so attractive in skilled hands.

  • @robertazacharias7766
    @robertazacharias7766 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My husband use to haul into Pilot Rock mill! He was from there. I lived in Oregon for 30 yrs I miss it still have a house my kids live in in Echo, Oregon! Love watching you

  • @OneOfDisease
    @OneOfDisease 2 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    The worst place I had ever been was this closet in a customers building, I didn't notice it had a crashbar on the outside of the door and the handle inside the door was locked. The building was several feet thick concrete and absolute dead zone for cell reception. I was locked in that closet for hours until one of my teammates found me. Congrats on 1 million! I did give you a sympathy subscription.

    • @boastyy
      @boastyy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      At least you have come out of the closet mate! lol

    • @davidswanson5669
      @davidswanson5669 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What a nightmare. A good idea is to leave literal breadcrumbs everywhere you go in life so people know where to find you. I go through roughly 24 loafs per week, but it might just save my life.

  • @jthepickle7
    @jthepickle7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    While building a difficult solid Teak staircase the boss says, "Be careful with that plank, it cost $1400." Thanks Boss, I really needed to know that!

    • @kyletuite1487
      @kyletuite1487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was hanging doors for a high end client in his car warehouse/ show room. Got them all done he shows up and says good thing you didn’t screw them up they are about 2800 a piece 😂😂😂😂I’m glad he waited till I was done

    • @jthepickle7
      @jthepickle7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kyletuite1487 I once worked for a high end door firm. The fork lift had a bad seal. I had about ten doors on it, loading them for delivery. Slowly the forks were tilting forward and ALL the doors slid off! They fell about 7 feet onto blacktop. It was heartbreaking! (I had been after the boss to have the forklift serviced) The doors weren't top shelf doors, only about $1000 apiece.

  • @shanebarber9330
    @shanebarber9330 ปีที่แล้ว

    Worst place I've been: Cairo Illinois. This mantle turned out amazing!! Every time I build something in my shop I think about the incredible detail you go into in your projects, and it forces me to go the extra mile to make whatever I'm working on that much better in the end.

  • @vaksinert
    @vaksinert 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Your videos gives just as much inspiration as it does relaxsation. I've learned a lot! Curently building a new and biger shed to start on hoby projects like smaller furniture. Thank you for your thorough information on tools and technique!
    Regards
    Kristian, Norway

  • @doneldamacdonnell8602
    @doneldamacdonnell8602 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m a 70 yr old Gramma in Nova Scotia Canada and I love this show. Did some wood working back in the day. Simple pieces that I still have. Thank you for explaining everything so well.

  • @achaille9110
    @achaille9110 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Hey, Cam. I truly love watching you create such beauty.
    I used 8 x 8 - 150 year old, barn beam to dress up the entrance to my sunroom. I knocked out a section of brick wall to open it up. So, I had to dress the raw brick edges and, cut the beams exactly to fit.
    Anyway, I had never attempted a project like this before. The results were absolutely stunning.
    But, let me tell you, it was nowhere close to the perfection that you create, my friend.
    I am so inspired by your work and videos. Please keep it up.
    You are my hero!

  • @the1unclebear
    @the1unclebear 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Worst place I’ve ever been? It was when I was on the “outs” with my wife 😊
    Love your videos, passion, ethics, & talent all wrapped up in one man.
    PS, I’m just across the river in Vancouver. 😉

  • @seanhiscock
    @seanhiscock หลายเดือนก่อน

    I know it's been a couple of years since you posted this video but the worst place I've ever been was Tangiers because the area we visited during 1 day was not very clean & we were hounded by sales people. I enjoyed all of our trips. Good job

  • @JustRockMySoul
    @JustRockMySoul 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    Usually not a huge epoxy fan, but this is one of the finest pieces of wood I've ever seen.
    The black epoxy basically disappears visually, merely accentuating the natural cracks. Great job!

    • @andi3426
      @andi3426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      However, ist another plastic table with wood inside...

    • @codaalive5076
      @codaalive5076 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andi3426 And toxic when exposed to high temperature, also not recyclable or burnable. No wonder Big Clients are asking how ft they got cancer

    • @JustRockMySoul
      @JustRockMySoul ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andi3426 I would most-likely prefer a purely wooden table, too.

  • @jasonburton-woods3581
    @jasonburton-woods3581 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Glad TH-cam recommended your work, I'm as far from a woodworker as you can get (computers), the skills you demonstrate are beyond anything I've seen before, captivating. Thank you for being real in your editing.

    • @dangerous8333
      @dangerous8333 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm a woodworker and metal fabricator. Also MCP MCSE and web developer. I use computers in my crafts. For design and also 3d printing and CNC work.

    • @callefalk4457
      @callefalk4457 ปีที่แล้ว

      SE PÅ FAAN!!!?

    • @lifehackstv9721
      @lifehackstv9721 ปีที่แล้ว

      God so loved the world That He sent HIS only begotten SON that whoesoever believeth on HIM Should not perish but have everlasting life.. repent of your sins Jesus loves you but hates your sin!....

  • @chrissims6288
    @chrissims6288 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm in the UK , in awe of your skill patience and facilties, I love making small, items of furniture, places to avoid over here , London and its surrounds , come to Cornwall ,

  • @johngallant1083
    @johngallant1083 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Saskatchewan Canada in the winter. -30C is common. _20C is a nice day for snowmobeling
    Love the bow ties. I have done a few small ones so just used a chisel.

  • @Jesse3beards
    @Jesse3beards 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    From a business standpoint, this setup you got is genius. First you make money on sales, then you make money on showing video of the product being made, as well as (I assume) sponsorships for the tools to do the work. Brilliant, honestly.

  • @Sandman68
    @Sandman68 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I live in Canada so no, no worst place that would require a mention ;) I've been a week-end warrior in my workshop for the last 3 years and I discovered your channel not too long ago and, even though I don't intend to make epoxy furniture anytime soon, even though I absolutely love the look of it, I really love watching your videos. I've heard you mention a few times that you receive comments because you talk all the time... I actually find your voice quite soothing ;) Don't stop, you could be a narrator in a movie. Very educating, very well made (your vids and your work). You are very talented, and meticulous. You should be proud.

  • @jturn4646
    @jturn4646 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've got a chestnut beam from a 100yo barn that was getting torn down.
    Your joiner sled trick is really inspiring!

  • @tonyn3123
    @tonyn3123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Very nice job. I cut a section from a walnut log for my brother's mantle about a year ago. The tree was cut in the 70's and has been drying since. When we ran it across the jointer and planer, I was absolutely amazed at the quality. Beautiful chocolate brown wood with no checks or cracks. The only filling needed was for 4 or 5 very small nails we discovered and removed in the milling process. We used the sanding dust and glue to fill them. I could not be happier with the result. It is totally brown heartwood with minimal swirls of lighter brown. Prettiest wood I have ever seen. I am so glad I have the offcuts of this piece!

  • @stegreen2541
    @stegreen2541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    I am a specialist resin applicator from the UK and I just want too say VERY well done you really are producing breath taking work and the way you explain you're methods really is also spot on! True perfection well done mate 👏

    • @tasanic1364
      @tasanic1364 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i’m the president of the united states and i too have to agree.

    • @stegreen2541
      @stegreen2541 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@tasanic1364 that's a lie Joe biden couldn't spell most of the words you've put on here!!

    • @mrjp2149
      @mrjp2149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've never heard of a specialist resin applicator. Applying resin simply becomes an additional task for the tradesmen who happen to be applying it. No specialist needed

    • @RLoz76
      @RLoz76 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@stegreen2541 Remember when Trump couldn’t spell “hamburger?” 🤣

    • @chimpthethird503
      @chimpthethird503 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol

  • @liznguyen3582
    @liznguyen3582 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hi Cam, I've traveled quite a bit, and it's up to you and not the place you want to, in my opinion. Love your devotion to your clients' wants. Awesome work!

  • @jimidrammer4187
    @jimidrammer4187 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really enjoyed this video, not sure if you are still commenting here. I'm doing my first mantle, a 3"x9"x12' cedar beam. It's in pretty good shape, aged about 25 years in my barn. Mostly sanding and sealing with multiple coats of real milk half & half Tung Oil. Looking great so far, it's going on a wide stucco feature wall fireplace with board & Batten cedar accents, thanks for the tips.

  • @christopherjohnson5961
    @christopherjohnson5961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Cam, thanks for taking the time to show us the diff between your dust collection on the router. It was a simple thing to us but I appreciate your hard work to share that little detail with your audience. The difference was pretty dramatic. Beautiful mantel man! I'm so jealous of your access to Goby Walnut!

  • @king_zapp
    @king_zapp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    I hope some great carpenters and artists get all those gifts all around the world. It's a very nice thing you are doing Cam - I am a mere stoner watching your work to relax and enjoy.

    • @dokod
      @dokod 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I too am a mere stoner, watching for the same reason!

    • @miriambertram2448
      @miriambertram2448 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@dokod perhaps he works with stone?

    • @dokod
      @dokod 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@miriambertram2448 Hmmm perhaps, currently stoned

    • @coreygrua3271
      @coreygrua3271 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dokod Epoxy odor can do that I suppose.

    • @monember2722
      @monember2722 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@miriambertram2448 lol!

  • @andygrant9108
    @andygrant9108 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am a local Portland guy, like you. I am a shop foreman at a sign company a couple blocks from your favorite place, Creative Woodworking... Worst place I've ever been: a handful of small towns in Oregon, maybe Albany... I love your videos, man. Great work!

  • @user-qq1ps8ty8c
    @user-qq1ps8ty8c ปีที่แล้ว

    Nicaragua 1988. Your finishes are amazing. I love the bowties. I use them all the time. They are not only beautiful but serve a great purpose. Truth. It's in the design and why they were used. The beauty of them is just an added bonus. Keep shooting streight my friend. You do excellent work.

  • @rafaelmira2806
    @rafaelmira2806 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    If there is something I admire about you Cam, it is the dedication and professionalism in each of the jobs you do. Spectacular piece, thank you for your time in narrating every second of the process, and even more important for me, is that you share your mistakes, no matter how small; now I no longer think of burning it all when one of my projects goes wrong, ah, ah, ah !!
    Thank you from Miami Cam and happy holidays !!

    • @Bhartrampf
      @Bhartrampf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      a lot of people, my GF included, don't realize how log it takes to complete a project like this. I am also a little OCD about my how my finish looks and I still do the hand rub method, though I am willing to try different products. He does great work and has opened my eyes to what is new out there.

  • @slainemcroth1760
    @slainemcroth1760 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Hi man, i've subscribed. Not because i'm a woodworker or into the stuff that a lot of people do on this feed about carpentry, but I just love watching you transform pieces of wood. It is so relaxing. I work in IT and this relaxes me just watching you do this stuff. Damn, you have a tallent.

    • @aleatharhea
      @aleatharhea ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ditto. I'm a programmer, not a woodworker, but I love watching him work.

    • @user-tr2dh4xx6u
      @user-tr2dh4xx6u ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I didn't know you could salvage pieces like this with major cracks

  • @timbeattie6713
    @timbeattie6713 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    totally awsome mantle . coming from a 20 plus year woodworker who has dropped walnut trees and worked with slabs from tables to gun stocks ectra. walnut is an awsome wood for just about any thing custom and creative . great job love your work i truly enjoy watching you create . God Bless you and be the carpenter christ wants you to be . he was my inspiration as a child . awsome awsome work and thank you so much . i can no longer work with power tools after an accident that left me disabiled . but i enjoy watching people create art from wood . keep it up . sincerly Tim Beattie

  • @normschoen3502
    @normschoen3502 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Carson City, Nevada-Love watching you explain your craft, very inspiring.

  • @kennethgalland6829
    @kennethgalland6829 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I have well in excess of one million air travel miles. I have been to every state in the US, all over Canada the Far East. Europe, Africa and the Middle East. I wont reccommend where not to go. Its all an adventure and its up to you to decide. There are things I did not like, there are places I have been that were remarkable and none of it I would change. Your work is astonishing and I truely enjoy watching. Smashed fingers and all!! LOL Take care and keep up the fine work.

  • @manicmedicNZ
    @manicmedicNZ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Benidorm in Spain - full of Brits trying to be in Spain without leaving anything British behind. Love the look of this piece of work and thrilled at the passion you have for this too. Thanks for sharing.

  • @halkuhns8070
    @halkuhns8070 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Milwaukee. it's an inferno in July. Beautiful project, Thx!I couldn't help thinking I would not have wanted my mantel squared up at all.

  • @patricedlund2145
    @patricedlund2145 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    was wondering why you are the one to choose when you want to see wooden furniture being built and it's easy ... you are talented and pleasant to listen to and very informative .... many thanks for the videos

  • @petercross6960
    @petercross6960 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I respect your honesty when you mess something up, and dig deep into your skills bank to put it right. Awesome products, your passion shines through in your commentary. Kudos

  • @andreyzagoruyko5390
    @andreyzagoruyko5390 2 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    THANK YOU for not hiding your mistakes and being real with all of us!

    • @donaldmcneely8047
      @donaldmcneely8047 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would love to work with you and learn just a little bit of what you know

    • @reason43poole37
      @reason43poole37 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly.

    • @MrPalik82
      @MrPalik82 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love those failures or mistakes, don't get me wrong....it's just that other woodworkers doesnt share that. Later when i do my own projects and shit happens i can cheer myself that iam not the only one 😉

    • @johnaweiss
      @johnaweiss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wouldn't it be better to NOT MAKE MISTAKES?

    • @TerryJamesCole
      @TerryJamesCole 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@johnaweiss way to state the obvious

  • @cmclaren7
    @cmclaren7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Delta Junction, Alaska - any time of the year.
    I love bow ties. I especially love brass bow ties. The mantle is stunning.

  • @joiainmclachlan6598
    @joiainmclachlan6598 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hartlepool in the North East of England. Thanks for the motivation. Will be looking out for a new mantle. 👌

  • @25christian
    @25christian 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The worse place I’ve been was Rockford, Illinois and Cincinnati, Ohio.
    Still following and watching your videos. It literally gets me started for the day. I have a client I truly don’t like and I’m truly trying to be professional. He makes degrading comments and talks about me behind my back, but smiles in my face. Yesterday was hard. I almost packed up everything and walked out. I’m building custom cabinets for living room and laundry, fireplace mantle from pine, stone fireplace wall, and I hate project, but love what I do.

    • @85ctorres
      @85ctorres 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey what's wrong with cincinnati? lol

    • @theboz1419
      @theboz1419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol, I may need to replace Mogadishu with Rockford, IL. I lived in that hell hole for 8 years or so. First night there, my car was broken into. The first of 6 or 7 times and a few different cars. The worst place in the US

    • @jjcavins8312
      @jjcavins8312 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are you a cargo pilot?

  • @vincee2790
    @vincee2790 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Kabul, Afghanistan........This piece looks amazing. The fact that you include your mistakes (along with the fixes) is what sets this channel apart from many others. I have learned a lot from your videos and hope to put some it into practice once the purchase of my new home is completed in January. Can't wait to get going! Keep up the great work Cam!

    • @adamdurham7643
      @adamdurham7643 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Afghan that place was no fun either did 14 months there in 09-10

    • @sshep7119
      @sshep7119 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have seen some of the Afghan craftsman do some pretty nice work with what they have available. I enjoyed Kabul, a lot of really nice people there, I still hold hope for the future of the country. Who knows, maybe they will get their stuff worked out. Anyways, the fact that Cam leaves his mistakes in makes the videos that much more sincere.

    • @johnnybird7593
      @johnnybird7593 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cant be as bad as Buffalo, the armpit of the northeast...😂🤭

    • @FrancisBehnen
      @FrancisBehnen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol, every other place in Afghanistan is worse than Kabul

  • @grahamflentke9517
    @grahamflentke9517 ปีที่แล้ว

    El Paso TX - Anytime.
    Great work! I like you sharing the whole process- mistakes and all.

  • @marioorsini3694
    @marioorsini3694 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Worst place I've ever been was Bagram, Afghanistan for deployment. But love your work and attention to detail. Kind of wished you were in the Houston. Could have asked to work with you. Ironworker experience with other trades but very detail oriented. Stay safe.

  • @mmanut
    @mmanut 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Don't think the average person realizes the amount of labor and craftsmanship it takes to turn a slab of rough wood into a beautiful mantel like the one you created‼️‼️ BEAUTIFUL WORK ‼️‼️ Vinny 🇺🇸

  • @jodysennott3842
    @jodysennott3842 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm a retired woodworker from Tucson, only female woodworker in town for years. I agree with everything you did on this project. You have good professional tools, too. Nice chisels. You do beautiful work! I love sandpaper, too. You said you like comments! The price of wood has gone up!!!

    • @wokewokerman5280
      @wokewokerman5280 ปีที่แล้ว

      My professional woodwork ended decades ago but I enjoy the odd project still, I too am blown away at the wood prices at the mill. No wonder all the new furniture and cabinets are minimal solid and a lot of ply or press!

  • @BaconbuttywithCheese
    @BaconbuttywithCheese ปีที่แล้ว

    Saudi Arabia. Just don't go, anytime of year.
    Vietnam, go to the North during monsoon season and get up early to see some spectacular scenery. Ethereal, magical and spiritualplace.
    That is one very nice piece of wood and your attention to detail shows your passion. A mantle is a fine resting place. Bet it looks beautiful.

  • @fishon7755
    @fishon7755 19 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Iraq.
    I’m just getting into the woodworking art and I love your channel. I hope to one day be as good as you. I don’t have anywhere near the tools you have but I’ll get there one day.

  • @matthewhall9692
    @matthewhall9692 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Amazing piece and I really dig the narration of your methods, process and especially mistakes. I also appreciate there is no cheesy generic music playing the whole time. I am looking to up my wood working game and you have given some inspiration, thanks for that!

  • @Catbreath1000
    @Catbreath1000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Very good job on a huge POS walnut. I have been doing something similar on an altogether different types pieces of wood for a few years and I enjoyed watching someone else taking something that most woodworkers would throw out and making a Masterpiece out of it. I owned a sawmill for years and used plastic end "Bow ties" in the end of saw logs to keep the cracks from getting wider before we sawed them. Used to use a hammer that was built just for this job to one hit them into the end of the log. Called "Flitch Savers". Plastic bow ties were so that we could saw threw them with the blade. I think that I paid over $200 for the hammer. Should have worked for the gov't. Really enjoyed your video.

  • @donavanmcelroy6263
    @donavanmcelroy6263 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for your approach on subscribing! It’s so annoying when people are begging for subs as soon as the video began! 🤦‍♂️
    LOVE your content, Cam

  • @bixby9797
    @bixby9797 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Truck driver here. Years ago I went into an old mill being town down in MA. Waiting for the load of machinery I wandered around and under the mill were wood columns holding up the football field sized floor about every 6-8ft. 12inx12in. Curious I took my pocket knife to the edge. Black Walnut. All of them. Japanese guy bought the entire mill for those floor supports. Big over there for carving. Was thinking of this video after watching another on woodworking and remembered that old mill

  • @JB-vf8ub
    @JB-vf8ub 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Beautiful work!
    I have made a couple of mantels like this. I don't have a big drill press so I made a jig to use a Forstner bit with an extension shaft. The hole comes out pretty straight for the mounting rods that were actually 3/4" galvanized old water pipe epoxied straight into the fireplace brick.
    I like the butterflies. For those commenting, you can't make everyone happy.

  • @michaelkruck-weimuller31
    @michaelkruck-weimuller31 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I regretted no place I’ve ever been to- loved the care and respect you’re showing for your work!!

  • @HarjitSPabla-Composer
    @HarjitSPabla-Composer 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Patience is the main attribute of love.
    I see the love that you have toward what you do. Thanks for sharing your experience.

  • @brucefrasier9770
    @brucefrasier9770 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I subscribed! I worked in the oilfield for 25 years. The last 18 as a welder. I’m a wanna be carpenter so I’m completely fascinated with woodworking ideas such as yours.
    I’d like to see more videos of taking wood and tricking it out with steel components. Kind of an industrial look or colonial look if there’s such a thing. Preciate the video.
    Stay humble

  • @Shiell123
    @Shiell123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    My mother in law's house ( before renovation)
    Great videos Cam. Watching your videos have given me the confidence to build my own computer desk.
    Keep up the great work.

  • @fredconway-sondermayer1213
    @fredconway-sondermayer1213 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    It’s so refreshing to see a “professional” do the same mistakes, and admit to them on your show, as we novices do. Keep this show going, don’t change a thing.

    • @Karma-qt4ji
      @Karma-qt4ji ปีที่แล้ว

      This!!

    • @bobzelley5100
      @bobzelley5100 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The mistakes are done on purpose to trigger this emotional response . Akin to Churchill and his deliberate pauses and mistakes in his speeches. Their were written in the speech

    • @callefalk4457
      @callefalk4457 ปีที่แล้ว

      WTF???

    • @pauldeluca3471
      @pauldeluca3471 ปีที่แล้ว

      Like wearing flip flops while conducting the project.

    • @brmillgr
      @brmillgr ปีที่แล้ว

      I insta-subbed bc of that

  • @jorgeorjuela9311
    @jorgeorjuela9311 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mucho talento y amor en lo que haces duro horas viendo tus videos gracias espero más videos como este aprendo mucho uno de mis jobis es la carpintería gracias..

  • @garyedwards3269
    @garyedwards3269 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Cam-oh. Worst place I've ever been was southside Chicago. It was like a warzone.
    Great boo-boos on this job. Love the full recovery. Remember to fill every spare nook & moment with a brand new tool. Expensive...but sooo satisfying.

  • @eanstan7240
    @eanstan7240 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Haven't been to a worst place ever that sticks out in my mind.
    It's awesome to see the whole process in these videos. Start in sandals finish in pants and a sweater.
    Just recently found the channel and love the work you do. I wish I had 1% of your woodworking talent but have learned to leave that work to others.

  • @bobquinn314
    @bobquinn314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I agree with Janos, I really haven't been to a worse place ever. Been a lot of places in the U.S. and overseas and always found something interesting or good about the place. I did enjoy some a lot more than others but grateful for all of it. I really Love the detail you put into your work and your finishing, a true artist and craftsman!

    • @chrisnguyen1450
      @chrisnguyen1450 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree with thanos. Thanos was right

  • @Andreamom001
    @Andreamom001 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a terrible time in Oklahoma when I took my boys on a two-week road trip to the Grand Canyon. Flat tire, a closed exit with no detour signs or prior warning, couldn’t find a campsite and had to sleep in the car…but I’m sure it’s a nice place usually.
    Grand Canyon and Pile’s Peak were awesome!

  • @garyfairchild8358
    @garyfairchild8358 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I can only dream of making the pieces you create. Absolute talent!

  • @DeanSpiller
    @DeanSpiller 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The worst place I have been is Bradford in the UK, I have just discovered your work and am new to woodworking, I love how you clearly explain everything and also how honest you are when you make a mistake.

  • @tyrsafray4640
    @tyrsafray4640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love how you don’t try to hide your mistakes and openly discuss them, then you come through with a brilliant recovery/solution. That my friend is the trait of a true craftsman. We all make mistakes, some try to hide them, the good ones are masters at fixing and moving on.. Good show! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @johnaweiss
      @johnaweiss 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You mean, he never did this before?

  • @AMentorway4u
    @AMentorway4u ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyplace can be aweful and anyplace can be wonderful, all.depends on the experince.
    Great job. Love seeing people acknowledge and rectifying the mistakes. Trees grow, we grow.

    • @symetryrtemys2101
      @symetryrtemys2101 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Where is “Anyplace”? Sounds like the kind of place I need to avoid. I can’t stand unpredictability 😂

  • @monumentstosuffering2995
    @monumentstosuffering2995 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sheffield UK yesterday. No public or customer toilets. Everything shut. Gorgeous walnut.

  • @ColinJamesredochre
    @ColinJamesredochre 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Field Force Battel School, Tuly Australia - Jungle Warfare is such fun, 12" of rain on the first day and it rained every day.
    I love your videos...

  • @sowhat249
    @sowhat249 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I've worked in a furniture company for almost 4 years now, and I pretty much know everything there is to know about making all kinds of furniture, yet I keep watching these videos, and learn a new tip every time. That's why I love this channel.
    I had a standoff with my boss last month after I was about to quit because he got in some trouble and was 3 months late with my salary, and was seriously thinking about just buying all the machines I need and just risk it.
    But he needed me at work, and paid me up, and got a small raise, but I don't think being someone else's slave will cut it for me.
    I'll still be starting my own place probably in Q2 2022, and buy machines accordingly, as needed, instead of cashing out on things I may not need.
    I just want to say that this and other channels like this have been an inspiration, and I would like to sincerely thank you.

    • @DaveW74TVN
      @DaveW74TVN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      3 months unpaid?! Oh hell no!

    • @sowhat249
      @sowhat249 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DaveW74TVN | Yeah. It was a pretty shitty situation. It didn't affect me a lot, because I earn double the national minimum, and things aren't as expensive as in North America and the European Union, so I totally got by...
      I was hoping it would get resolved because I can't find another job with the same pay. I'd have to start from the minimum and build my way up, even if I have the expertease.
      And you'd probably laugh if I told you how much money I make, so yeah... Not everyone is lucky enough to be born in a normal, functioning country... The only way to really make a difference is to own your own bussiness.

    • @teebu
      @teebu 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sowhat249 You can always become a Amazon delivery guy starting at $15/hr. At least that's what the ads are telling me.

    • @DaveW74TVN
      @DaveW74TVN 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sowhat249 I understand. I have massive gratitude that I was born in the USA. My thoughts on wages for most people are generally skewed. I've spent too long working for a company with the highest wages in my industry. Sounds like you've done things right to be able to soak up a lack of pay for that length of time. The majority of Americans couldn't make it past missing 2 weeks of pay much less 3 months!

    • @jk3dad
      @jk3dad 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I say go for it, I wish you the best of luck.

  • @monopinion8799
    @monopinion8799 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I’m a Woodturner therefore all wood is beautiful to me and I simply love what you have done as a mantle. Great craftsmanship. I subscribed to see more of your great work. Quite relaxing as well.

    • @realbroggo
      @realbroggo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I hear you. I'm into wood carving and seeing him work on these larger pieces also made me subscribe. Love seeing his eye for detail - that's the difference between a good finish & a great finish. Merry Christmas.

  • @fryzee9789
    @fryzee9789 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great work! Realise it’s a year old but it ages well! Worst place I’ve ever been is a tough one, but the public toilets at the bus station in Guangzhou were very ordinary in the late 2000’s

  • @williambeeler7805
    @williambeeler7805 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed watching you work. Worst place for me was Mesa, AZ in August. 100 degrees in the middle of the night.

  • @oliverschmidt1988
    @oliverschmidt1988 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s 5:15 am in Germany and Iam still watching. This channel is so cool !
    Not just the handcrafting is top notch, editing narrating and videography are very good !

  • @Joestacemazjojo
    @Joestacemazjojo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Upstate New York! With that being said, This is my hometown. Some parts are great here and we have extremely different seasons so that’s cool. If you ever make it out, you got a place to crash. Great video, good to see a different kind of project. Always inspiring

  • @seandunlap1743
    @seandunlap1743 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Texas in summer... love your work- hope some of that attention to details rubs off on my hacky DIY finishes :)

  • @PuertoRicangamer
    @PuertoRicangamer ปีที่แล้ว

    I actually live in Upstate new york and it is beautiful especially the places where with the nice houses and the hiking trails we have

  • @rickf2908
    @rickf2908 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    your skill set is utterly mesmerizing and hard to stop watching, its like watching a great painting being created, bravo... what a gift to the client

  • @JimmyV007
    @JimmyV007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Excellent, video, I just seen your work for the first time , and really enjoy seeing your passion for the wood trade. I also appreciate your honesty in admitting your mistakes, and am appreciative for the explanations given to correct them , lord knows we all make plenty of mistakes in the process. Beautiful work , I only wish I would’ve know of your videos sooner. Keep up the good work buddy. Thank you.

  • @laurieharrington7867
    @laurieharrington7867 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Never get caught in Wilmington Delaware after dark near the Greyhound station worst place I’ve ever been lol that piece of wood came out with a magnificent finish I enjoy watching all of your builds keep up the good work