@@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?
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.
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!
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.
@@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.'
@@EdvardGorsakа судя потвоему комментарию нацист тут ты😆Откуда вы такие беретесь то, нацисты? Даже под видео о стоялрном деле умудряетесь свой негатив вставить
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.
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!
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'
It’s not therapeutic, you’re wasting your time like we all are when you should be getting to work making your situation better. I’ll take my own advice and leave now.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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
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!
Ive never been to a worse place before. Even when i was down range in Afghanistan I still enjoyed the view. look mate. let the haters hate. they arent the ones making pieces for million $ homes, you are. obviously you got the tools and the know how to make it work so why bother with the extra baggage. I fully support how you do your woodworking cause it shows most guys (who cant afford all the fancy equipment) that even with minimal tools you can still make great products. so keep up doing you, your work will always be fabulous to those who commission it and enjoy it.
Never been over 1000 miles from where I was born, tried to join marines and they wouldn't take my burn-out, drop out 20yo *ss. Thank you for being willing to risk your life to keep the freedoms we have guys; also I appreciate your opinion that there is stuff that needs fixing here. Not to get too political, but I feel like we should take care of our own and our home first (I'm sure it's more complicated than that though) (btw, Not my account, my dad's number was almost up when the draft ended so he's never been to war either; but he's ridden hard, lived free, and could probably teach all of us a thing or two)
I live AZ. It's December 26 and I found your VIDEO even though I should be in bed and I injoy it. I wish I had your tools when I was younger but I didn't and all the experts out there that think they can do it better job make your own DAM video and show the World how to it!!! I've been in a lot of place that you wouldn't want to go to but it Paid good money .(AT 81 ) you have no idea what Iam talking about,Just be happy and enjoy the VIDEO .. GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🙏 ❤
@@jameskeene2294 I feel like an *A* - *T* eam joke might be disrespectful, but I'd go as far as to wager one could pity the fools that crossed your path the wrong way. And if it's the 81 I'm thinking keep the rubber on the road and stay free
A combination of epoxy and old wood highlight the grain of the wood and made it a stronger structure for many art pieces. I am really admire this technology.
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.
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
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!
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 | 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.
@@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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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
Long Beach, CA. Perfect is a strong word. Once I graduated from woodworking to metal working, I took that word out of my vocabulary for describing my work. Love the mantle, the Walnut is beautiful. 👍🏻👌🏻😎
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.
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!....
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.
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.
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 !
Absolutely beautiful. I am reading Thos Moser’s book on Shaker furniture and he describes the quality of fine walnut, first time seeing it actually worked. Great job.
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!!!
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!
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
@@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.
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.
The worst place I’ve ever been is remote camping in FL during summer. Swarms of mosquitoes, enormous thunderstorms with ear-busting ground strikes and suffocating heat and humidity. I am 71, born and raised in Tampa, and climate here in summer is just plain miserable ( 21:13 winter, on the other hand, is delightful). I’m moving to SW Washington state (Battleground) in September and building a great wood shop to enjoy my retirement with my son and grandchildren. Maybe we’ll bump into you one day at a Portland woodworking store. All the best.
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!
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 👏
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
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 😉
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
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
This is probably the single most inspiring channel I've seen Cam. Seeing how you have grown the channel, the improvements in quality, and overall vibe of the videos really keeps me coming back and recommending to other woodworkers.
When I was a kid, we lived in a shotgun house that was essentially a garage with interior walls. I was made to sleep on the kitchen floor. From there, I could see the rats crawling around in the bathroom. My little dog Sandy was the only thing keeping them at bay. I would rather live there again than go back to Louisiana. Nice video and I admire your attention to detail.
I visited New Orleans with my husband while he was on a work conference. I thought it was great (the food was awesome, and I rarely use the word awesome) but we were there in August (cheaper conference prices) and the heat/humidity was almost unbearable. That's coming from someone who has lived in the South their whole life.
@@cityofoaks I know what you mean! I thought Raleigh/NC was hot and humid in the summer until I worked in Houston for two weeks in August a few years ago. That humidity was insane!
Wow! I don't know what that says about Louisiana. As tuff as that must have been I'm afraid my going to a Raider game in Oakland as an opposing fan....my dog would have been eaten for a tailgate by those animals. A police escort to simply leave the place forever did nothing but infuriate those pigs. Over a game.
Awesome video - I am an DYI guy working on my first woodworking project - an redwood slab coffee table. Found the slab a few years ago at an ocean side drift sales place in N. California for about $80. Using youtube videos and the crazy-nice and helpful guys at a local woodworking shop in Sacramento to educate me through the project. Thanks to my wife for giving up the garage, where she normally parks her car, while I am doing this! Worst place I have been was driving through West Texas in the pre-cellphone days, praying that my car woudn't breat down in the middle of literally nowhere. The best place continues to be Big Sur - lived there for a couple of years when I was younger (and a bit more wild) - ocean, mountains, valleys, redwoods, and (mostly) isolated from the crowds - what more can you ask for?
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 !!
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.
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 🇺🇸
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.
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
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.
Beautiful! I have a huge chunk of walnut that Dad brought home almost 45 years ago to build a mantle with. He never got around to it and I scavenged it out of his wood pile in the garage when the old home was being sold. I now have a new home without a mantle over the fireplace. This video is inspiring for me to finally do it some justice and get it mounted, even though I could never make it look as spectacular as yours did.
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.
I went to college in Upstate NY. I couldn’t wait to get out of the cold, so when I graduated I moved to the San Francisco Bay Area. Fast forward 30+ years. I now appreciate the slower pace, the seasons, and the rolling hills of the northeast.
Worst place was Egypt, got food poisoning and was sick for the whole trip. For all I know it could be a lovely place, I just never saw it… Great looking mantelpiece and the attention to detail is what makes you as a builder. The giveaway is just the icing on the cake. Thanks.
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.
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
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!
Here's an idea I just had for the bow ties and the people that don't like them:. How about recessing them a quarter inch or so below level, then make designs that match some of the cracks so that it no longer looks like a bow tie on the surface, then fill it in with the colored epoxy. I've never done this, so I don't know how well it will actually work, but it's just something I came up with while watching your video.
The "drunk tank" at the county jail ... 25 years ago ... sober ever since. I admire your ability to deal with and solve unexpected problems that arise. Thank you for explaining your solution to said problem. I'm distracted by the captions/footnotes that you've started including. I prefer to listen to what you're saying and to watch what you're doing. I found myself pausing to read so I didn't miss your wisdom. I'm always impressed by your dedication to doing it correctly and by your incredible end results. Thank you.
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.
I've been in a few places where I honestly thought my life was at serious risk. But the worst place I've ever been in is just about any staff meeting I ever had to attend. Just retired and am very glad I no longer have to do those. I very much enjoy your videos. Thank you for making them. Am setting up my own shop and just ordered some of that 3M sandpaper. Your channel with all of its posts are a fount of ideas.
Made it to the end, I do a lot of research before I travel so haven't been to a real bad place. like your videos I am amassed by the amount of wood you use, I am at the other end of the spectrum I build jewelry & keepsake boxes that I could make out of your scraps. Thanks for your videos.
Worst place I've ever been is tied between Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Manila, Philippines. This piece is absolutely gorgeous. I'm glad to see that you took the time to fill the little imperfections and refinish the whole thing versus just refinishing the one side with the imperfections. That kind of craftsmanship is fading in the world today so it warms my heart to see it.
Hey I was born in Baton Rouge....but by the fourth day I packed my diapers and got away. Manila wasnt bad in the early 70s, Cleaner than Olongapo Philippines but not as much fun.
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! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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
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.
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.
Oil Patch's out in West Texas and New Mexico in the middle of a sand storm. From one carpenter to another. You do fantastic work. Keep it up. Love the videos.
I know literally nothing about woodworking (sadly), but really enjoy watching your videos, love the end results plus I think you're a really nice person, you show great respect to your clients and us (I love the way you ask for subscription - really well done!), you explain things very clearly and ... you admit to make mistakes I wish you and your family all the best
Worst place I've ever been (too many times) is an all-day deposition. I was a trial lawyer in Seattle for 35 years. There came a point where I figured every day I spent in a conference room taking or defending a deposition took 3 days off my lifespan. Now I do woodworking for enjoyment in retirement, so I frequent your channel. Good stuff. I will not be surprised if a movie producer tries to tap your talent; you have natural credibility and great screen presence.
Oh man I feel for you. I had to go to court for just one day for someone that broke into my car. At the end of it I told my wife I’d rather let the next person get away with it vs go through all that.
Dentist chair, for sure. Looks really beautiful, and I feel your pain about having to redo your work. With me it's usually dropping something onto the work, dropping it, or bumping into something trying to move it just by myself. Every now and then I just call it "character", and leave it.
Excellent work, again. Drilling out those large holes, there is no better way than having a drill with a side handle. I have permently injured my wrists over the years out in the field drilling without a good side handle screwed into the drill like a side grinder. Mine is a good 1/2" drill with a 10" long handle. I'll never go back.
I think you are an incredible artist, the way you are able to reveal the beauty of wood is MAGICAL. I love watching you do your work, even if I would never experience this first hand!! And PLEASE, use your mask when you are sanding the wood, take care of your precious lungs.
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.
Wow! I know, it is not my profession but for some reason watching the whole process is kind of rewarding. Really like the way you explain whole thing and incorporating it with a video. Outstanding work man.
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! ...
When grinding I wear kevlar chain saw gloves…they have saved me from serious injury. You can stop clogging of sanders by using a little water with a bar of regular soap. Works a treat.
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!
This has turned into my favorite channel. So much good info and beautiful work. I have an entire shop at my house for woodworking ( not quite done yet) but just haven't had the confidence to try to try to sell anything I've made. This channel really kind of inspires me to try. I've got an Amish mill about 3 miles away for stock, I think I just need to go for it.
Your work is amazing not hiding the the cracks or holes but emphasizing them with epoxy. I was a part time woodworker wood turner ( 2 days a week) before I retired. The recliner and pot of coffee in the morning still makes me part time wood worker. It is wood workers like yourself us little guys can learn from. Thank you? I have no worst place I have been at but I have no desire to go back to Mexico.
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.
Beautiful piece of work! I appreciate how you take a very detailed process but keep the video at a pace that keeps the viewers attention. Good narration too.
The worst place I've ever been (and have been to a few when in the oil business!) was Port Harcourt in Nigeria in 1970 just after the Biafran war. Love watching you convert a rough old cracked lump of wood into an art form - keep on doing it please.
Hey Cam, I just recently made a mantel with a hidden bracket too! I made the mistake of not oversizing the holes which made getting it mounted interesting. One thing I did right was to buy a Wood Owl bit for drilling the holes. Basically an oversized auger bit with more of a brad point on it. Cuts incredibly well, and it does not have the screw threads so it doesn’t pull itself through the wood. That helps with not jacking your wrist so bad!
The worst place I’ve ever lived is Ethiopia-I spent two years there and I was constantly craving good food. And by the way, I love watching your videos with my wife at the end of the day, as we wind down for bed. We absolutely love seeing your products go from scratch to fine furniture!
Camden, New Jersey. What a hellhole! I made a fireplace mantel for my own house from a piece of poplar milled from my parents' front yard near Hershey, PA. I felt pretty good about it until I saw the perfection of your work online....
Thanks for the info! It makes me feel so much better to see a much better woodworker than myself having some of the same frustrations with epoxy and time spent on a piece where onlookers might ask why it's taking weeks. A bubble exposed on the last sanding pass....that is maddening! I also have had to get creative to drill those holes. I welded up a giant self-centering jig (2 pin twist type) to use with a long 3/8" drill bit for a pilot hole, then chase that with the auger bit. Near-perfect holes opposite from a live edge and you can work from a sawhorse, sitting down.
Worst place : Taiwan in winter 😬
I'm wondering why you put in the bow ties?
Good question! They help keep the cracks from splitting further.
Yes why the bow tie!! Lol it doesn’t serves has anything.
Worst place: I don't think I have one...yet!
Beautiful mantel
@@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?
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.
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!
I second this comment and my feelings are the same. Love the detail.
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.
@@108hindu I think you hit the nail on the head! Pun intended!
@@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.'
Don’t keep ol head waiting tho. Homies got 1-maybe 2 years left!
I watch your videos, bypassing the TH-cam blocking in Russia. Even politics can't make me give up your videos! With love from Russia❤
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@@EdvardGorsakа судя потвоему комментарию нацист тут ты😆Откуда вы такие беретесь то, нацисты? Даже под видео о стоялрном деле умудряетесь свой негатив вставить
@@AndreDaniels-oc7xz тыкай себе пальцем в думу, рашен наци. Рот оно еще раскрывает.
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.
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!
You're an inspiration man! I hope I get to wood work as long as you🤣
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 🙏
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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'
Same. Pretty much at rock bottom, if I couldn't waste my time watching YT I probably would've ended myself by now.
Hope you all are doing amazing or getting better
It’s not therapeutic, you’re wasting your time like we all are when you should be getting to work making your situation better. I’ll take my own advice and leave now.
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!
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
wow
Sounds risky but if you are truly passionate about woodworking then it will yield much fruit
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.
@@benrichards9667 wow a pharmacist leaving his profession thats a first i heard. Congrats for making the big move
Were you a nurse? Just wondering
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!
You are quite clearly a woodworker even if you don't think you are.
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.
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!
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.
I have placed crosses made out of leopard wood with curve corners in walnut. It came out nicely.
This is an awesome idea
I agree. On another commentor for $4,000 I wouldn't want to see bowties!
@@waynehoch3009 laminates, stone and metal are probably a better finish for you then.
But... what are they for, exactly? I don't get it. Decorative only?
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.
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!
Afghan that place was no fun either did 14 months there in 09-10
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.
Cant be as bad as Buffalo, the armpit of the northeast...😂🤭
Lol, every other place in Afghanistan is worse than Kabul
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
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
I still think 29 palms is worse
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!
Ive never been to a worse place before. Even when i was down range in Afghanistan I still enjoyed the view. look mate. let the haters hate. they arent the ones making pieces for million $ homes, you are. obviously you got the tools and the know how to make it work so why bother with the extra baggage. I fully support how you do your woodworking cause it shows most guys (who cant afford all the fancy equipment) that even with minimal tools you can still make great products. so keep up doing you, your work will always be fabulous to those who commission it and enjoy it.
"Let the haters hate" words of wisdom that goes beyond YT.
Worship the sheckles. I too have been to Afghanistan and it ain't that bad. Places here at home are far far worse.
Never been over 1000 miles from where I was born, tried to join marines and they wouldn't take my burn-out, drop out 20yo *ss. Thank you for being willing to risk your life to keep the freedoms we have guys; also I appreciate your opinion that there is stuff that needs fixing here. Not to get too political, but I feel like we should take care of our own and our home first (I'm sure it's more complicated than that though)
(btw, Not my account, my dad's number was almost up when the draft ended so he's never been to war either; but he's ridden hard, lived free, and could probably teach all of us a thing or two)
I live AZ. It's December 26 and I found your VIDEO even though I should be in bed and I injoy it. I wish I had your tools when I was younger but I didn't and all the experts out there that think they can do it better job make your own DAM video and show the World how to it!!! I've been in a lot of place that you wouldn't want to go to but it Paid good money .(AT 81 ) you have no idea what Iam talking about,Just be happy and enjoy the VIDEO .. GOD BLESS YOU ALL 🙏 ❤
@@jameskeene2294 I feel like an *A* - *T* eam joke might be disrespectful, but I'd go as far as to wager one could pity the fools that crossed your path the wrong way.
And if it's the 81 I'm thinking keep the rubber on the road and stay free
A combination of epoxy and old wood highlight the grain of the wood and made it a stronger structure for many art pieces. I am really admire this technology.
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.
hey what's wrong with cincinnati? lol
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
Are you a cargo pilot?
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!
However, ist another plastic table with wood inside...
@@andi3426 And toxic when exposed to high temperature, also not recyclable or burnable. No wonder Big Clients are asking how ft they got cancer
@@andi3426 I would most-likely prefer a purely wooden table, too.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
I really appreciate the fact that you embrace risk which might lead to failure but results in knowledge and growth in skill.
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.
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.
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.
3 months unpaid?! Oh hell no!
@@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.
@@sowhat249 You can always become a Amazon delivery guy starting at $15/hr. At least that's what the ads are telling me.
@@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!
I say go for it, I wish you the best of luck.
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!
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.
I too am a mere stoner, watching for the same reason!
@@dokod perhaps he works with stone?
@@miriambertram2448 Hmmm perhaps, currently stoned
@@dokod Epoxy odor can do that I suppose.
@@miriambertram2448 lol!
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.
Agreed. There is beauty in everything.
@Rintaro Okabe I've had conversations with refugees who long for the beauty of home. Home=beauty War=ugly
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.
This!!
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
WTF???
Like wearing flip flops while conducting the project.
I insta-subbed bc of that
Long Beach, CA.
Perfect is a strong word.
Once I graduated from woodworking to metal working, I took that word out of my vocabulary for describing my work.
Love the mantle, the Walnut is beautiful.
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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.
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.
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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!....
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.
At least you have come out of the closet mate! lol
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.
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 !
Absolutely beautiful. I am reading Thos Moser’s book on Shaker furniture and he describes the quality of fine walnut, first time seeing it actually worked. Great job.
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!!!
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!
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!
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
@@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.
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.
The worst place I’ve ever been is remote camping in FL during summer. Swarms of mosquitoes, enormous thunderstorms with ear-busting ground strikes and suffocating heat and humidity. I am 71, born and raised in Tampa, and climate here in summer is just plain miserable ( 21:13 winter, on the other hand, is delightful). I’m moving to SW Washington state (Battleground) in September and building a great wood shop to enjoy my retirement with my son and grandchildren. Maybe we’ll bump into you one day at a Portland woodworking store. All the best.
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!
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 👏
i’m the president of the united states and i too have to agree.
@@tasanic1364 that's a lie Joe biden couldn't spell most of the words you've put on here!!
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
@@stegreen2541 Remember when Trump couldn’t spell “hamburger?” 🤣
Lol
THANK YOU for not hiding your mistakes and being real with all of us!
I would love to work with you and learn just a little bit of what you know
Exactly.
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 😉
Wouldn't it be better to NOT MAKE MISTAKES?
@@johnaweiss way to state the obvious
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
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
This is probably the single most inspiring channel I've seen Cam. Seeing how you have grown the channel, the improvements in quality, and overall vibe of the videos really keeps me coming back and recommending to other woodworkers.
When I was a kid, we lived in a shotgun house that was essentially a garage with interior walls. I was made to sleep on the kitchen floor. From there, I could see the rats crawling around in the bathroom. My little dog Sandy was the only thing keeping them at bay.
I would rather live there again than go back to Louisiana. Nice video and I admire your attention to detail.
Hahahah! What a roller-coaster comment. I moved from the UK to Louisiana, I can certainly agree with your disdain!
I visited New Orleans with my husband while he was on a work conference. I thought it was great (the food was awesome, and I rarely use the word awesome) but we were there in August (cheaper conference prices) and the heat/humidity was almost unbearable. That's coming from someone who has lived in the South their whole life.
@@cityofoaks I know what you mean! I thought Raleigh/NC was hot and humid in the summer until I worked in Houston for two weeks in August a few years ago. That humidity was insane!
Wow! I don't know what that says about Louisiana. As tuff as that must have been I'm afraid my going to a Raider game in Oakland as an opposing fan....my dog would have been eaten for a tailgate by those animals. A police escort to simply leave the place forever did nothing but infuriate those pigs. Over a game.
Awesome video - I am an DYI guy working on my first woodworking project - an redwood slab coffee table. Found the slab a few years ago at an ocean side drift sales place in N. California for about $80. Using youtube videos and the crazy-nice and helpful guys at a local woodworking shop in Sacramento to educate me through the project. Thanks to my wife for giving up the garage, where she normally parks her car, while I am doing this! Worst place I have been was driving through West Texas in the pre-cellphone days, praying that my car woudn't breat down in the middle of literally nowhere. The best place continues to be Big Sur - lived there for a couple of years when I was younger (and a bit more wild) - ocean, mountains, valleys, redwoods, and (mostly) isolated from the crowds - what more can you ask for?
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 !!
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.
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 🇺🇸
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.
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
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.
Ditto. I'm a programmer, not a woodworker, but I love watching him work.
I didn't know you could salvage pieces like this with major cracks
Beautiful! I have a huge chunk of walnut that Dad brought home almost 45 years ago to build a mantle with. He never got around to it and I scavenged it out of his wood pile in the garage when the old home was being sold. I now have a new home without a mantle over the fireplace. This video is inspiring for me to finally do it some justice and get it mounted, even though I could never make it look as spectacular as yours did.
You can do it Scott........slow and easy, lotsa patience, but you can do it. Saludos de Anaco, Anz.
just do it! doesn't mate if it's not perfect, the experience will be hard and really gratifying. super cool thing to have.
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.
I went to college in Upstate NY. I couldn’t wait to get out of the cold, so when I graduated I moved to the San Francisco Bay Area.
Fast forward 30+ years. I now appreciate the slower pace, the seasons, and the rolling hills of the northeast.
Worst place was Egypt, got food poisoning and was sick for the whole trip. For all I know it could be a lovely place, I just never saw it…
Great looking mantelpiece and the attention to detail is what makes you as a builder. The giveaway is just the icing on the cake. Thanks.
No, it’s not a lovely place. Interesting…yes. Lovely…that’s a big NO!
And I got food poisoning there too
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.
I regretted no place I’ve ever been to- loved the care and respect you’re showing for your work!!
Замечательный инструмент в купе с желанием довести вещь до совершенства, браво!!!
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
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!
Here's an idea I just had for the bow ties and the people that don't like them:. How about recessing them a quarter inch or so below level, then make designs that match some of the cracks so that it no longer looks like a bow tie on the surface, then fill it in with the colored epoxy.
I've never done this, so I don't know how well it will actually work, but it's just something I came up with while watching your video.
Anywhere my mother in-law was . Don’t get me started!!! Mantle looked gorge in its place . Great vid
The "drunk tank" at the county jail ... 25 years ago ... sober ever since. I admire your ability to deal with and solve unexpected problems that arise. Thank you for explaining your solution to said problem. I'm distracted by the captions/footnotes that you've started including. I prefer to listen to what you're saying and to watch what you're doing. I found myself pausing to read so I didn't miss your wisdom. I'm always impressed by your dedication to doing it correctly and by your incredible end results. Thank you.
Well, the captions/footnotes are really appreciated by those who might be hearing-impaired, so it’s a balancing act in presenting information.
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.
I've been in a few places where I honestly thought my life was at serious risk. But the worst place I've ever been in is just about any staff meeting I ever had to attend. Just retired and am very glad I no longer have to do those. I very much enjoy your videos. Thank you for making them. Am setting up my own shop and just ordered some of that 3M sandpaper. Your channel with all of its posts are a fount of ideas.
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That is not a place, he is speaking of a country, city, town not some asinine board meeting.
Made it to the end, I do a lot of research before I travel so haven't been to a real bad place. like your videos I am amassed by the amount of wood you use, I am at the other end of the spectrum I build jewelry & keepsake boxes that I could make out of your scraps. Thanks for your videos.
Worst place I've ever been is tied between Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Manila, Philippines.
This piece is absolutely gorgeous. I'm glad to see that you took the time to fill the little imperfections and refinish the whole thing versus just refinishing the one side with the imperfections. That kind of craftsmanship is fading in the world today so it warms my heart to see it.
Hey I was born in Baton Rouge....but by the fourth day I packed my diapers and got away. Manila wasnt bad in the early 70s, Cleaner than Olongapo Philippines but not as much fun.
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! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
You mean, he never did this before?
I absolutely love what you do wood work helped with my PTSD after I left the army. I strive to get to your level thank you for sharing your craft.
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
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.
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.
Oil Patch's out in West Texas and New Mexico in the middle of a sand storm.
From one carpenter to another. You do fantastic work. Keep it up. Love the videos.
I know literally nothing about woodworking (sadly), but really enjoy watching your videos, love the end results plus I think you're a really nice person, you show great respect to your clients and us (I love the way you ask for subscription - really well done!), you explain things very clearly and ... you admit to make mistakes
I wish you and your family all the best
Worst place I've ever been (too many times) is an all-day deposition. I was a trial lawyer in Seattle for 35 years. There came a point where I figured every day I spent in a conference room taking or defending a deposition took 3 days off my lifespan.
Now I do woodworking for enjoyment in retirement, so I frequent your channel. Good stuff. I will not be surprised if a movie producer tries to tap your talent; you have natural credibility and great screen presence.
Oh man I feel for you. I had to go to court for just one day for someone that broke into my car. At the end of it I told my wife I’d rather let the next person get away with it vs go through all that.
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
Dentist chair, for sure. Looks really beautiful, and I feel your pain about having to redo your work. With me it's usually dropping something onto the work, dropping it, or bumping into something trying to move it just by myself. Every now and then I just call it "character", and leave it.
I have some of those pieces as well… clients don’t typically look at all of the imperfections like we do. They see them as character in the piece.
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Excellent work, again. Drilling out those large holes, there is no better way than having a drill with a side handle. I have permently injured my wrists over the years out in the field drilling without a good side handle screwed into the drill like a side grinder. Mine is a good 1/2" drill with a 10" long handle. I'll never go back.
I think you are an incredible artist, the way you are able to reveal the beauty of wood is MAGICAL.
I love watching you do your work, even if I would never experience this first hand!!
And PLEASE, use your mask when you are sanding the wood, take care of your precious lungs.
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.
It's wild how this guy has created such a TH-cam following after making tables etc... Really cool! Great work Cam
Wow! I know, it is not my profession but for some reason watching the whole process is kind of rewarding. Really like the way you explain whole thing and incorporating it with a video. Outstanding work man.
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When grinding I wear kevlar chain saw gloves…they have saved me from serious injury.
You can stop clogging of sanders by using a little water with a bar of regular soap. Works a treat.
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!
I agree with thanos. Thanos was right
This has turned into my favorite channel. So much good info and beautiful work. I have an entire shop at my house for woodworking ( not quite done yet) but just haven't had the confidence to try to try to sell anything I've made. This channel really kind of inspires me to try. I've got an Amish mill about 3 miles away for stock, I think I just need to go for it.
Love those Amish mills. I've got 4 of them all within 18 miles from home.
@@trreb1 yea gotta love it. Southern MD is full of Amish awned businesses.
Go for it you got this like i tell others "Dont talk about it be about it" you'll have failures and success that's the process i believe in you!!!
@@andrewnutter730 I appreciate that, I truly do.
@@dcbowling80 You're very welcome everyone deserves some motivations especially with this really negative atmosphere we seem to be living in
Your work is amazing not hiding the the cracks or holes but emphasizing them with epoxy. I was a part time woodworker wood turner ( 2 days a week) before I retired. The recliner and pot of coffee in the morning still makes me part time wood worker. It is wood workers like yourself us little guys can learn from. Thank you? I have no worst place I have been at but I have no desire to go back to Mexico.
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.
Beautiful piece of work! I appreciate how you take a very detailed process but keep the video at a pace that keeps the viewers attention. Good narration too.
Well said!
The worst place I've ever been (and have been to a few when in the oil business!) was Port Harcourt in Nigeria in 1970 just after the Biafran war.
Love watching you convert a rough old cracked lump of wood into an art form - keep on doing it please.
i was about to write nigeria as well :D :D been there few times, still very nasty ;)
Hey Cam, I just recently made a mantel with a hidden bracket too! I made the mistake of not oversizing the holes which made getting it mounted interesting. One thing I did right was to buy a Wood Owl bit for drilling the holes. Basically an oversized auger bit with more of a brad point on it. Cuts incredibly well, and it does not have the screw threads so it doesn’t pull itself through the wood. That helps with not jacking your wrist so bad!
🇺🇸 Agreed that "wrenching" can be a Wrist breaker with a Torquey Impact. 🍀
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The worst place I’ve ever lived is Ethiopia-I spent two years there and I was constantly craving good food. And by the way, I love watching your videos with my wife at the end of the day, as we wind down for bed. We absolutely love seeing your products go from scratch to fine furniture!
Camden, New Jersey. What a hellhole! I made a fireplace mantel for my own house from a piece of poplar milled from my parents' front yard near Hershey, PA. I felt pretty good about it until I saw the perfection of your work online....
I love how dark wood and black epoxy looks really smart. And the ends with the bow ties looks pretty whacky too!
Thanks for the info! It makes me feel so much better to see a much better woodworker than myself having some of the same frustrations with epoxy and time spent on a piece where onlookers might ask why it's taking weeks. A bubble exposed on the last sanding pass....that is maddening! I also have had to get creative to drill those holes. I welded up a giant self-centering jig (2 pin twist type) to use with a long 3/8" drill bit for a pilot hole, then chase that with the auger bit. Near-perfect holes opposite from a live edge and you can work from a sawhorse, sitting down.