You made this look so incredibly easy. Gives me hope!☺ And thanks for giving me the idea of creating my own butcher block instead of spending $300+ on one.
Very nice island, Marie. It’s sooo great to see your channel coming along so nicely. You are doing a tremendous job. As always your explanations are clear and thorough. Thanks for all that you do and share with your viewers.
On those barn door sides, you should pop them off, and pop in a few magnets below each roller, on the door and on the cabinet.. that way when you push it to the center it will kinda snap into position.. the magnets dont even need to touch, just be near eachother and they will pull the door into the closed position and add a nice tactile feel.. when you open and close it will have a very satisfying floaty snap kind of feel. I've made a similar door before, and my girlfriend at the time suggested it and it was awesome. In a hurry I could just grab a game, push the door back and it would float across, and then just magically stop in place with no discernible snap or click... it seemed like magic. Much worth the effort. Hope this helps. If it wasn't clear what I meant, just ask. I'd be glad to clarify, or even send a drawing or something.
What a great idea. I may have to build this with some slight modifications for boxes to fit in for folded clothes and a side left open for a little chair so the top doubles as a desk for my daughter's room. Maybe some casters but I love this idea. Thanks for sharing.
Nice! It could even be a kitchen island if you make adjustments to make it taller. I like how you gave credit where it's due to the Shanty sisters. I love their channel too! Really cool project. Thanks for sharing!
I only say this as I've seen other DIY RUclipsrs that have obviously "borrowed" an idea from someone else and fully take on the credit with not even a say or comment that it came from "an idea" or "inspiration" from another RUclipsr or whomever. Keep the awesome builds and videos coming 😊.
You can pre-cut a groove on each panel at the top (before assembly) using the table saw. Otherwise, there are clips that look like an 8 that don't require the slot.
hi there just a little pro tip dont ever wipe glue you are better off using a scraper or chisel out the glue beads after its dry it will be much easier to sand the excess glue afterward.. i saw your face while buying some stuff at lee valley today keep up the good work. I run a wood working business call échardes et copeaux in mtl hit me with a little follow if u want on instagram im going to keep on looking at your stuff if you ever need tips or help hit me up !! good job
Thanks for the tip. I have come to realise that it's better to scrape when you plan to stain the wood but I still prefer wiping of the glue when the piece will be painted. Just personal preference I guess!
Build Plans available here: www.etsy.com/ca/listing/606702908/build-plans-4-sided-walk-in-closet
You made this look so incredibly easy. Gives me hope!☺ And thanks for giving me the idea of creating my own butcher block instead of spending $300+ on one.
I really like the way this looks, Marie! The split shelving is a great use of tons of space!
Thanks Bruce. I can easily fit 32 pairs of shoes on the open shelves and still be "photograph-able" but lots more if no one's looking ;)
DIY Montreal That’s a lotta shoes! I don’t even have 5 pair!
Very ingenious design and well built. Love the small barn doors and the way you built the hardware for them.
Thanks, I'm so happy with how they turned out!
Fantastic job and I loved the commentary! We are all learning when we attempt new things..
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Very nice island, Marie. It’s sooo great to see your channel coming along so nicely. You are doing a tremendous job. As always your explanations are clear and thorough. Thanks for all that you do and share with your viewers.
Thanks I appreciate it! This one was quite the lengthy build, but so happy with the result.
On those barn door sides, you should pop them off, and pop in a few magnets below each roller, on the door and on the cabinet.. that way when you push it to the center it will kinda snap into position.. the magnets dont even need to touch, just be near eachother and they will pull the door into the closed position and add a nice tactile feel.. when you open and close it will have a very satisfying floaty snap kind of feel.
I've made a similar door before, and my girlfriend at the time suggested it and it was awesome. In a hurry I could just grab a game, push the door back and it would float across, and then just magically stop in place with no discernible snap or click... it seemed like magic. Much worth the effort.
Hope this helps.
If it wasn't clear what I meant, just ask. I'd be glad to clarify, or even send a drawing or something.
Great tip, thank you for sharing!
What a great idea. I may have to build this with some slight modifications for boxes to fit in for folded clothes and a side left open for a little chair so the top doubles as a desk for my daughter's room. Maybe some casters but I love this idea. Thanks for sharing.
Happy to get you inspired! Good luck with your build.
Excellent work, looks very nice and sturdy, keep on doing these Kind of amazing works, regards from Mexico
Nicely done, shop looks bigger with the new lighting!
Thanks, that's good to hear! Feels nice to work in there now.
Closet? That's massive!!! good design.
Indeed... It's a spare bedroom that's now a dressing room ;)
That turned out great Marie! Good explanation and advise on the steps.
Thanks Casey! I tried to shorten it as much as possible but there were a lot of steps to this one! ;)
Wow, what a fun project! We're so glad you had our sprayer and spray shelter to help.
Thanks, they sure made the job easier!
Who dared to give this excellent build a thumb down? SMH. Well done. Two thumbs up. Cheers!
Thanks for the support! 👍👍
That is one Excellent build you have done there.
It looks great, and i love how you did the Barn Door hardware as well.
Well Done.
Barry (ENG)
Thanks Barry, appreciate all the great comments! Keep it up :)
Nice! It could even be a kitchen island if you make adjustments to make it taller. I like how you gave credit where it's due to the Shanty sisters. I love their channel too! Really cool project. Thanks for sharing!
For sure, they put out great content, so credit was due! That's what's great about the DIY community, being able to borrow and adapt. Thanks!
I only say this as I've seen other DIY RUclipsrs that have obviously "borrowed" an idea from someone else and fully take on the credit with not even a say or comment that it came from "an idea" or "inspiration" from another RUclipsr or whomever. Keep the awesome builds and videos coming 😊.
That's some pro DIY'ing, looks awsome. Great video !!!
Thanks, much appreciated!
It's always a pleasure seeing you on my computer screen, Great job you do.
Thanks for uploading!!
-zone34
Thanks! BTW I'm going to make some Yardzee dice. Let me know if you're still interested!
I am. Once available for purchase let me know. Thanks!!
-Lilly
Will do!
DIY Montreal What size are you planning to make them may I ask?
Hello👋! Usually the cuts from the lumber store are too rough with splinters.
Did you have to re cut the plywood with a nicer saw? Or just sanding
And the Island cool.
Thanks :)
super travaille bravo
Merci!
Any suggestions for attaching the countertop without using the clips? I don’t have a router and haven’t been able to convince myself I need one.
You can pre-cut a groove on each panel at the top (before assembly) using the table saw.
Otherwise, there are clips that look like an 8 that don't require the slot.
The island is great. What do you mean by "walk in" in your video title and description?
I'm referring to a walk in closet. Although in my house it's not really a closet... just a room I dedicated to clothes & shoes.
I was expecting the island to open up to become a walk in by itself.
Ha! Well that would have been interesting!
I dig it.
Cool, thanks
Very nice
Thanks
so cool!!! :)
Thank you!
You should put casters on the bottom!!!
Sure, that could work! I don’t personally have the need to move it, but it would help if you have limited space.
Where’d you get your big spray tent?
Amazon - HomeRight Spray shelter amzn.to/2LLZUbH
Nice
Love it. Can u just make me one & mail it😫😫😫😫😭😭😭I’m not handy😭😭
That's 1 big cat .
LOL yes.... I know. I keep telling myself it's mostly fur...
hi there just a little pro tip dont ever wipe glue you are better off using a scraper or chisel out the glue beads after its dry it will be much easier to sand the excess glue afterward..
i saw your face while buying some stuff at lee valley today keep up the good work. I run a wood working business call échardes et copeaux in mtl hit me with a little follow if u want on instagram im going to keep on looking at your stuff if you ever need tips or help hit me up !! good job
Thanks for the tip. I have come to realise that it's better to scrape when you plan to stain the wood but I still prefer wiping of the glue when the piece will be painted. Just personal preference I guess!
Please build me one