1st, I love that you show your mess ups. We all do it and it's nice to see that we're not all perfect and your sense of humor is on point. These are great ideas for simple projects. I love to build stuff but I'm always afraid to sell. I don't know what to charge and never think my stuff is good enough. I love the light idea and if it has a USB power option I would drill a small hole and run the wire down the inside of the wall to a plug below. Thanks for sharing!!
I used to think the same thing until i started looking around etsy and seeing what some people were charging for stuff I could make. i think people like the hand made look as apposed to a factory looking piece. You should give it a shot. Etsy is free and its only 20 cents to list a product.
I'm 75 y. o. retired muscian ..... so I guess I'll subscribe. Video was very enjoyable like learning a new 3 chord song ..... thanks. (sorry, meds just kicked in)
Over the years, I've developed a keen eye for measurement. Sometimes, I can confidently estimate without needing squares or tape measures. I have immense respect for individuals who possess this skill 💪🏼
I absolutely love that you show the mess ups and all the honesty in your build. It makes me feel better and realize that it's ok to make mistakes in my learning.
I've been woodworking a long time and I like watching woodworking videos. Some of them are pretty pretentious and seem as if they just want to show off their power tools. Your videos are honest, fun, and actually informative. Thanks!
For staining I use lint free shop rags to rub in the stain. For clear coat I use cheap dollar store sponges that I usually cut with a pair of cheap kitchen scissors that fits the width of the wood that I’m staining. Then I just dispose of them when they dry up. No need for expensive toxic solvents to clean them.
Dude, once again you never fail to deliver. I just got over Covid and my sides are sore from coughing, and now they are sore again from laughing, thank you. Really looking forward to that knitting channel because I know nothing about knitting. Good projects, well explained. Mostly though your humor is what keeps me coming back. As always, thank you.
Thank you brother, I really appreciate your encouraging comments. You are a real one as the kids say! 😂 Ill probably be better at knitting than the woodworking! 😂
I'm 74 year old, woodworking has been my hobby and passion for most of my life. I always find it interesting that no matter how old I get, I can always learn new things on this channel. Thanks for doing what you do, I found your video quite enjoyable. Oh BTW when cutting keyhole slots, if you first cut a straight slot the size of the smaller keyhole dia. then do the keyhole, you'll find the keyhole bit doesn't labor so much and will last much longer. Also when using oil based finishes there are a couple easy fixes for the air bubbles, one thin the varnish, two, using a lght touch tip off the varnish as you go. I personally haven't had that problem but you could also try to release the air bubbles with a heat gun. Not sure if it works on varnish but it works great on epoxy finishes. Have fun and best of luck!!
Thank you brother, I really appreciate all the wisdom and advice you shared. I am humbled that you can learn anything from me. It was probably a what not to do! 😂😂 It is comforting to know you are still at it after all these years. I hope to be still at it too.
This is the 1st video of yours I've seen and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Very real. No crazy ass expensive equipment, funny, creative, good explanation, getting results. I totally dig it.
Fantastic video! These 3 woodworking projects are not only simple to make but also perfect for anyone looking to turn their hobby into profit. Great tips and clear instructions-can't wait to try them out! Hovorka Easy Peasy Method ebook was incredibly helpful to me when I was just starting out!
Great video man and it's nice to see a little humor. You asked for your suggestions on using polyurethane. I had an old man tell me once "It's not paint, so quit trying to put it on like it is." You apply polyurethane. Get a good natural hair brush and soak it in mineral spirits right before you use it. Let it sit in the thinner while you're getting your poly ready. Once you're ready bring it out so it's not dripping. Dip it in your polyurethane and start in the middle of your project and with the brush LAYING in your hand, at about a 25° angle, applying no pressure, drag it to the edge. The first coat of oil poly can be cut in about half. Basically the brush just carries the poly from the can to your surface. You don't brush it in like paint there's no need. Just work in one direction, from the center out, not back and forth. After you get it applied, leave it alone. Do everything else as you normally would, sanding between coats, etc. I hope this helps you. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate. Great video! P. S. If you want a better finish get rid of them foam brushes! You can find me on Facebook and send me a PM if you have more questions. Again, great video. Love the wall sconces.
Thank you for the detailed explanation, I really appreciate it. Are you on Facebook with the same user name? I have a Jasco Goods page on Facebook too. I normally use the water based poly and the foam brush works good for that with no bubbles but I can see how it can be bad in the oil based. Again, thank you for the advice.
Yes sir! Chris Jones is my personal profile. Both pages have pictures of my family on it. I just started my business page so I'm still in the learning phase of that. Could use a little help on that front. Lol. Thanks for doing what you do
That was a fun watch, thanks for the humor and including the mistakes instead of editing things to make it look perfect. Also, an old painter we used for many years to paint houses and finish our cabinets told me he only used water based poly for floors. In his words "it looks like a glazed donut". Ten years ago, I agreed with him. Now, the formulations are much, much better. I've had the chance to use both water and oil based poly over the last three decades, and the new water based stuff is pretty dam good. I still use oil for certain woods (Walnut, hickory, etc.) but with lighter and softer woods, the water stuff turns out great.
Thank you for the comment and the info! I really like using the water based poly. It is much easier than the oil in my opinion and it cleans up easily. I just hear some people say not to use it over oil based stains so I always worry about the longevity of the finish. But so far I haven't noticed anything in any of the older stuff I have stained as long as I give the stain enough time to dry.
Opening your garage and the kids had me rolling,, and the fact ive never laughed watching a project video b4 so now you gained a new subscriber... thanks Nevada... Texas out...
Thank you so much for showing your mistakes! As a rookie I make these mistakes all the time, and it's encouraging to know that even the pros make mistakes so I'm not worthless as a woodworker. Thanks again, and keep up the wood work! (see what I did there? 😁)
Very clever you are!! 😂😂😂 I am touched by this comment because you called me a pro!!! I am actually an amateur diyer at best but I really appreciate the complement!! But you are right even the pros make mistakes, if you stop making mistakes then you stopped pushing yourself to try new things! thank you for the comment.
I usually grind the back of my scroll blades and make them thinner, to scroll around tight areas easier. Idk if that's something I should do, but it works for me!
Love mixing different stains. When the quart cans get down to the last inch or so, I pour it into a gallon can. That can probably has, at least, 10 different colors in it now. The final color kind of looks like a medium walnut.
The Wen sander is very good and won't break the bank. I've had mine for about a year and its never let me down. Cleaning build up on the belts using one of those gummy sticks - can't remember what they are called - when necessary gives a good belt life. Really like your first project. Simple but very stylish.
Thank you, I appreciate the advice and the comment. I have those gummy sticks 😂 for my sander so I know what you are talking about. Just discovered them a few years ago and they are great.
I would love to see you build a workbench. I'm sure it would be entertaining...I look forward to all your videos. I like the pinstripe, it's different.
Thank you, I really appreciate the encouraging comment. I will probably do a workbench build when I figure out a way to make the dog holes and space them right. in other words It may be a while 😂😂
@jascogoods I guess I left that statement a little ambiguous. Neither good or bad, my man. It was just something that popped into my head, and I had a little chuckle while watching your video. Odd, too, since I don't think I've watched an episode of Family Guy in over 15 years. Keep doing your thing, though! The other commenter up there is correct. Your video is entertaining.
Here cause u were in my recommended and I'm trying to learn about some woodworking. Subscribed cause ur a goof like me and not afraid to show ur screw-ups. Thank you sir!
If you were to take the needle nose, pliers, and hold that pin nail in the middle, you can get much better results. It works very well. Keep up the good work. Stay blessed and stay safe. ❤️🙏🏻📖🙏🏻❤️!!!
I've seen other videos where bubbles were a issue and the solution they used was applying heat to the surface of what they were working with. The tool they mostly accomplished this task was using a simple hair dryer. I think the hot air pops all the bubbles. Hope this suggestion helps. A fellow cyber friend, Me southern AZ.
I have a heat gun maybe i will give it a try. I know they do it with epoxy so maybe it will help. Thanks for the advice i appreciate it. We are practically neighbors since you are in Arizona! 😂
For oil based poly, I thin it (even though the can says don't) with mineral spirits (I think a 50/50 mix of mineral spirits to poly) in a squirt top bottle and turn it into a wipe on. You have to do a lot more coats, BUT it goes on much easier with fewer bubbles, and it dries a lot quicker so dust/particles aren't as big of an issue!
I have the wen sander you were showing and I love mine. It is powerful and has not let me down. I have had mine for over a year and sanded a lot of stuff with it.
This was a fun video, thanks, I needed to chill a bit. The bending saw blade just means you’re pushing too hard. Let the blade do the cutting, don’t rush it. And you’re right that skinny blades mean more precision.
I have tried for years and years to get an acceptable cut with a jigsaw to absolutely zero avail, so I finally broke down a couple months ago and pulled the trigger on a Harvey Ambassador C14 bandsaw, and gave my jigsaw to a friend. When you're putting feet on small projects like this, use only three feet as opposed to four, this will completely eliminate wobbling, and save you a few cents at the same time. Not a big deal if you're only making one, but if you're batching them out to sell, that's where you can start to see the savings.
I want to get a good bandsaw like that. Its actually easier for me to use my jigsaw then to use my bandsaw for stuff like this. that's a great idea on the feet. Thanks for the comment and all the great info!
I’ve done that needle nose trick many times. With pine you can usually press the nail right into the wood to get it started and then finish it with the hammer.
I think on that combo sander, you can take the table off the disk and attach it to the belt for a larger working surface when you're using the belt. I could be wrong, because mine was a different brand, but I think they're all about the same. I really like that first project. It would be really nice made out of an edge grain glue up.
I have that Wen oscillating sander. It’s fantastic, and the dust collection on it actually works very well. As far as I can tell, it’s just as good as the Rigid for less money.
I was looking for some black Friday sales on one of the sanders and i didn't see any brand having a sale. Now I gotta wait till the next big tool sale. 😂 Thanks for the input.
Love my Rigid oscillating belt and spindle sander. It's a workhorse and, based on the reviews I read, I've read well worth the extra few bucks over the wen.
That is really good to know! plus i think they have a great warranty on the ridged tools! I was hoping to get one for black Friday but sadly they weren't on sale!
Dude I just found your videos, but I gotta say, this is a channel I could’ve and should’ve been watching for years. It’s so good 😅. The comic relief is perfect. Keep it up my guy. You’re doing great. And your tips and work are on point. Love em.
Very good video and you always make me laugh. I think you are a naturally good entertainer. Good to see you include mistakes, makes us mortals feel like there is hope for us yet. Thanks for making these videos, always starts the day off well.
I just bought the WEN bench top sander because I have all these great ideas!! Yep! It looks great in the box! 😂 seriously, I need to get it out and do something with it!! You inspired me!! 🎉
😂😂😂 I actually have a few tools still in the box myself!! I got a little router table that I couldn't wait to get and now its still in the box a month later!! 😂 I'm glad its not just me! Thanks for the comment.
I got the harbor freight oscillating belt and spindle sander. Mine was only about $150 on sale when I got it. Reg about $200. I had to shim the table to make it flat when it was upright. It does the job, but it is almost as much as the wen now. I have a wen band saw and it does a good job. If I were to buy an oscillating sander today, I would go with the wen at about $220. It is nice for sanding edges of things and when you need to sand the inside edges of something. You just popped up on my feed. Great video! 👍
Thank you brother, that advice was really helpful. I was contemplating between the Harbor Freight one because people have suggested it and it is a bit cheaper. I was going to see if the Wen one was a little cheaper for black Friday.
I agree with others, great humor. Fun video. One piece of advice for you if you don't mind me saying it. When you do the Dado with the router only use one straight edge. Cut across and move a little and cut again. You can get an exact width dado easily by moving 1/8th" or less even. I've done this using only a speed square with a small clamp. Same with the bevel groove, use a piece of tape on the router and the board to measure the length of the cut. painters tape is great. One line on the router and two, the distance you want, on the board. You can lift the painters tape off the board and move it down to the next cut. I think on my router the distance from the flat edge to center of the bit is 2". That Ryobi might be less, which would be easier on smaller projects.
Go for the bench top sander. One of my best buys and most used machines. Pick a sandpaper for both metal and wood. Norton for instance. Bosch and Makita sell sanding belts and many others too.. Mine is exactly like the WEN. Just a different nameplate. The dust extraction works perfectly with just a cheap shop vac. Kind regards Anders Sweden
Hobby Lobby sells the same picture hanger shown in project #2 with built in perpendicular teeth you nail into the frame. Works like a charm & out takes necessary!
This is the first video of yours that I have seen. I had to subscribe right away. I had to watch it a few times because I was laughing too much and there’s great info. Thank you.
When I was a kid my mom used to work at Kmart. She used to let me flip the switch when it was time to turn the blue light special on. We also have the board game Blue light special that they used to give out to the employees for Christmas
in the 90s, I got 86ed from the Kmart by my house for getting on the intercom and announcing a blue light special on adult toys. 😂 I didn't know they had a board game! I am going to look it up and see what it is. Thank you for sharing!
Maybe Over 35 years as a carpenter and designing woodworker - doing stuff I get paid for- and I’ve never owned a dado set. I did build a pretty robust router table that does the same thing and way more. A good dado set is probably half to two-thirds of buying a decent 2-3HP router. And a dedicated mounted router is a total game changer. A back-to-back clamp and my ~1989-ish D-handle makita router and you’ll forget you ever wanted a dado set
If you cut the end of the foam brush a little, about 1/8", to make it flat, There will be a lot less bubbles. I use a cotton ball wrapped in t-shirt fabric for oil based stain.
For the positioning of the feet, keep the cross section lines on the piece and measure in from the center to your desired position. Use compass again to mark your feet equidistant from the center. 👌
I think WEN is a pretty good brand for the price. I had the Ryobi bench top sander and the Wen. they were almost exactly the same but the WEN had a few features the ryobi didn't like a reset button incase it over heats and a pull out knob to disable the sander. The bearings went out on my ryobi sander after a year and that's when I got the wen and its been going strong for 2 years now.
Awesome projects once again!!! And thanks for the trip down memory lane with blue light specials & Benny Hill...LOL , they don't make shows like that anymore, anyone who doesn't know who he is needs to look it up.
thank you I appreciate it. back in the 80s when I was a kid I used to stay up late at night and watch benny hill. He always had hot girls on the show! 😂😂😂
I have always wanted to use dyes but just haven't made the leap. I will definitely check them out. Where do you get them? thanks for the comment and the sub.
The way I've found for the oil-based poly to go on without bubbles is to go slow with the bush, and keep the brush loaded. It's hard to go slow on a big piece, though.
The foam brushes are for staining. What you want for the poly is a real brush with bristles. Get a good one too and make sure you clean it good each time or if you are using it a ton you can leave it in thinner or water.
Just found your channel and I love it. I haven’t laughed out loud at very many woodworking videos. Much more realistic than the typical, now I’m going to use the CNC crap. Very relatable. I’ve subscribed and look forward to many more entertaining videos. I rarely comment but enjoyed this one immensely so figured I’d let you know. Thanks!
When you opened the garage door? You got me off guard there man🤣 I like your video because you dont try to be a pro. You use what you have and learn as you go. This is how you get better guys. Just dont do any foolish with powertools🤣 And that lamp stand wall thing? I like that. That was nice👍👍👍
I agree! I have the same Wen 6524 sander and it's worth every penny. It's slightly smaller than the Ridgid version (old one not the new piece of crap Ridgid sells) but it's $100 less on the price. Also worth mentioning are the Wen 6502T belt and disc sander...and the Wen AT1305 thin belt end disc sander. Both of which are only about $100 each. So basically for $400 you can have all 3 sanders.
Thank you guys for all the input. I appreciate it. I have a couple of tools I'm looking at for black Friday but I am not sure what one to get yet. I am waiting to see what has the best price.
I always say, "what I lack in stature, I make up for in girth." We are not FAT, we're FLUFFY! Love the show, the humor, the rework, the format. Big fan. (pun) That is what I keep in my workshop to keep from sweating to death :)
Good video! For oil based poly: I have that same poly and once I have enough product on the wood I slowly make one pass with the foam brush the entire length of the piece. So never back and forth strokes. Good luck man
Oil based stain bubbles on the first coat because of the open grain in the wood. I needs usually 3 coats. The second coat should be sanded lightly with 220 and the 3rd coat with steel wool. And should be bubble free.
Good job like the pin stripes. Good idea to drill a shallow socket with forstener bit under wall fasteners - helps to allow shelves etc to lay flatter against wall. Dave 🇦🇺
I was going to mention that too, and just have the shelf part hanging off the front of the bench, though I would have been tempted to waste half an hour building a special riser just for that one project, and afterward would just sit at the back of my work bench collecting sawdust, random odd parts and perhaps a drink bottle or two.
Regarding the pinstripe in the candle holder, I'm not a fan of such a contrast of the white lines in the blackish stain. Just a thought to consider, try staining the stripes a light brown (maybe your Provincial stain) with a Q-tip (unused-lol) so the stripes aren't so obvious though there's still texture and interest. I like your relaxed approach, thanks for these videos.
The used Q-tips are only for glue! 😂😂😂 That is a good idea on the provincial or even a colored stain. Thank you for the input and the encouragement, I appreciate it.
That's great to know, a few people have said they had bad luck with them and suggest getting the ridged one. I'm still on the fence so all the input helps. Thank you.
Thank you, I really appreciate your comment. I watch a lot of woodworking videos and I always think "how are these guys not messing up like me". So I wanted to make sure I show the mistakes for other beginners to see that mistakes are a part of woodworking especially when you are just learning.
I use a small blowtorch to rid myself of bubbles in polyurethane (oil) and polycrylic (water) applications. Just pass the flame over the finished area smoothly. Using an LED lamp/flashlight will help you locate bubbles with ease.
Stripes look good, really sets the black off.
Thank you, i appreciate the input!
Love your sense of humor 🤪😜
Thank you, I appreciate the love and the comment!
1st, I love that you show your mess ups. We all do it and it's nice to see that we're not all perfect and your sense of humor is on point. These are great ideas for simple projects. I love to build stuff but I'm always afraid to sell. I don't know what to charge and never think my stuff is good enough. I love the light idea and if it has a USB power option I would drill a small hole and run the wire down the inside of the wall to a plug below. Thanks for sharing!!
I used to think the same thing until i started looking around etsy and seeing what some people were charging for stuff I could make. i think people like the hand made look as apposed to a factory looking piece. You should give it a shot. Etsy is free and its only 20 cents to list a product.
I'm 75 y. o. retired muscian ..... so I guess I'll subscribe. Video was very enjoyable like learning a new 3 chord song ..... thanks. (sorry, meds just kicked in)
😂 Hopefully you don't unsubscribe when the meds wear off! 😂😂 Thanks for the comment and the laugh!
Over the years, I've developed a keen eye for measurement. Sometimes, I can confidently estimate without needing squares or tape measures. I have immense respect for individuals who possess this skill 💪🏼
I get it sometimes and other times I am way off! 😂 But i too respect the skill.
I absolutely love that you show the mess ups and all the honesty in your build. It makes me feel better and realize that it's ok to make mistakes in my learning.
Thank you, I appreciate the encouragement. I felt the same way watching other woodworkers that never make mistakes in their videos.
I've been woodworking a long time and I like watching woodworking videos. Some of them are pretty pretentious and seem as if they just want to show off their power tools. Your videos are honest, fun, and actually informative. Thanks!
Thank you for the kind words, I'm glad you enjoyed the video and appreciate the support!
For staining I use lint free shop rags to rub in the stain. For clear coat I use cheap dollar store sponges that I usually cut with a pair of cheap kitchen scissors that fits the width of the wood that I’m staining. Then I just dispose of them when they dry up. No need for expensive toxic solvents to clean them.
That's a great idea! I'll have to try using sponges for clear coat. Thank you for sharing i appreciate it.
Dude, once again you never fail to deliver. I just got over Covid and my sides are sore from coughing, and now they are sore again from laughing, thank you. Really looking forward to that knitting channel because I know nothing about knitting. Good projects, well explained. Mostly though your humor is what keeps me coming back. As always, thank you.
Thank you brother, I really appreciate your encouraging comments. You are a real one as the kids say! 😂 Ill probably be better at knitting than the woodworking! 😂
The contrast between the flat stock and the accent groove really adds to the aesthetics of the piece. Great job.!
Thank you, i appreciate the comment!
I'm 74 year old, woodworking has been my hobby and passion for most of my life. I always find it interesting that no matter how old I get, I can always learn new things on this channel. Thanks for doing what you do, I found your video quite enjoyable. Oh BTW when cutting keyhole slots, if you first cut a straight slot the size of the smaller keyhole dia. then do the keyhole, you'll find the keyhole bit doesn't labor so much and will last much longer. Also when using oil based finishes there are a couple easy fixes for the air bubbles, one thin the varnish, two, using a lght touch tip off the varnish as you go. I personally haven't had that problem but you could also try to release the air bubbles with a heat gun. Not sure if it works on varnish but it works great on epoxy finishes. Have fun and best of luck!!
Thank you brother, I really appreciate all the wisdom and advice you shared. I am humbled that you can learn anything from me. It was probably a what not to do! 😂😂 It is comforting to know you are still at it after all these years. I hope to be still at it too.
This is the 1st video of yours I've seen and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Very real. No crazy ass expensive equipment, funny, creative, good explanation, getting results. I totally dig it.
Me too. Totally agree. Good wood working content, bonus humor. Subscribed for more of the same. TYVM ❤
Thank you, I appreciate the encouraging comment!! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I
Thank you! 🙏
Fantastic video! These 3 woodworking projects are not only simple to make but also perfect for anyone looking to turn their hobby into profit. Great tips and clear instructions-can't wait to try them out! Hovorka Easy Peasy Method ebook was incredibly helpful to me when I was just starting out!
Thank you, i will have to check that book out.
Great video man and it's nice to see a little humor.
You asked for your suggestions on using polyurethane. I had an old man tell me once "It's not paint, so quit trying to put it on like it is." You apply polyurethane. Get a good natural hair brush and soak it in mineral spirits right before you use it. Let it sit in the thinner while you're getting your poly ready. Once you're ready bring it out so it's not dripping. Dip it in your polyurethane and start in the middle of your project and with the brush LAYING in your hand, at about a 25° angle, applying no pressure, drag it to the edge. The first coat of oil poly can be cut in about half.
Basically the brush just carries the poly from the can to your surface. You don't brush it in like paint there's no need. Just work in one direction, from the center out, not back and forth. After you get it applied, leave it alone. Do everything else as you normally would, sanding between coats, etc.
I hope this helps you. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate. Great video!
P. S. If you want a better finish get rid of them foam brushes! You can find me on Facebook and send me a PM if you have more questions.
Again, great video. Love the wall sconces.
Thank you for the detailed explanation, I really appreciate it. Are you on Facebook with the same user name? I have a Jasco Goods page on Facebook too. I normally use the water based poly and the foam brush works good for that with no bubbles but I can see how it can be bad in the oil based. Again, thank you for the advice.
Yes sir! Chris Jones is my personal profile. Both pages have pictures of my family on it. I just started my business page so I'm still in the learning phase of that. Could use a little help on that front. Lol. Thanks for doing what you do
That was a fun watch, thanks for the humor and including the mistakes instead of editing things to make it look perfect.
Also, an old painter we used for many years to paint houses and finish our cabinets told me he only used water based poly for floors. In his words "it looks like a glazed donut". Ten years ago, I agreed with him. Now, the formulations are much, much better. I've had the chance to use both water and oil based poly over the last three decades, and the new water based stuff is pretty dam good. I still use oil for certain woods (Walnut, hickory, etc.) but with lighter and softer woods, the water stuff turns out great.
Thank you for the comment and the info! I really like using the water based poly. It is much easier than the oil in my opinion and it cleans up easily. I just hear some people say not to use it over oil based stains so I always worry about the longevity of the finish. But so far I haven't noticed anything in any of the older stuff I have stained as long as I give the stain enough time to dry.
I like what you do. We are not all professionals. So, show it like you make it!! Will try making the light. Looking good.
I agree, thank you for the comment.
The decorative pool noodle is a nice touch. Great video, thank you for posting.
Thank you! I appreciate you watching and the comment!
Opening your garage and the kids had me rolling,, and the fact ive never laughed watching a project video b4 so now you gained a new subscriber... thanks Nevada... Texas out...
😂😂😂 I am glad I made you laugh! I like to keep it light and fun. glad to have you aboard for the ride!! thank you for the sub and the comment!
Thank you so much for showing your mistakes! As a rookie I make these mistakes all the time, and it's encouraging to know that even the pros make mistakes so I'm not worthless as a woodworker.
Thanks again, and keep up the wood work! (see what I did there? 😁)
Very clever you are!! 😂😂😂 I am touched by this comment because you called me a pro!!! I am actually an amateur diyer at best but I really appreciate the complement!! But you are right even the pros make mistakes, if you stop making mistakes then you stopped pushing yourself to try new things! thank you for the comment.
I usually grind the back of my scroll blades and make them thinner, to scroll around tight areas easier. Idk if that's something I should do, but it works for me!
That is interesting, i think I would just bend them. 😂 but ill give it a try.
Love mixing different stains. When the quart cans get down to the last inch or so, I pour it into a gallon can. That can probably has, at least, 10 different colors in it now. The final color kind of looks like a medium walnut.
Interesting, I have never tried that. Thanks for the idea and the comment.
Rigid sander works great! Had mine for about 5 years still works great. If you don't have a dust collector you need a shop vac.
Thank you for the input. i was hoping to get one on a black Friday sale this year but they weren't on sale!
The Wen sander is very good and won't break the bank. I've had mine for about a year and its never let me down. Cleaning build up on the belts using one of those gummy sticks - can't remember what they are called - when necessary gives a good belt life. Really like your first project. Simple but very stylish.
Thank you, I appreciate the advice and the comment. I have those gummy sticks 😂 for my sander so I know what you are talking about. Just discovered them a few years ago and they are great.
I love that you show us your mess ups as you create such beautiful projects. This is my first visit to your channel , I really enjoyed it, thank you.
I appreciate you checking out the channel, thanks for the kind words!
👏 Standing ovation for the comedy and the projects, you are the only knitting channel I would follow😂😂 cause that would be hilarious
Thank you, I really appreciate the encouragement and positivity! I would probably be better at knitting!! 😂😂
I love my Grizzly oscillating spindle sander. Total game changer for finishing my charcuterie boards.
Ill have to check them out. I haven't owned anything from Grizzly because the seem out of my budget range. Thanks for the suggestion.
I would love to see you build a workbench. I'm sure it would be entertaining...I look forward to all your videos. I like the pinstripe, it's different.
Thank you, I really appreciate the encouraging comment. I will probably do a workbench build when I figure out a way to make the dog holes and space them right. in other words It may be a while 😂😂
The beginning of this video has more cutaways than an episode of Family Guy.
Yea but he's more entertaining than family guy
Is that a good or bad thing? 😂
Thank you i appreciate that.
@jascogoods I guess I left that statement a little ambiguous. Neither good or bad, my man. It was just something that popped into my head, and I had a little chuckle while watching your video. Odd, too, since I don't think I've watched an episode of Family Guy in over 15 years. Keep doing your thing, though! The other commenter up there is correct. Your video is entertaining.
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Here cause u were in my recommended and I'm trying to learn about some woodworking. Subscribed cause ur a goof like me and not afraid to show ur screw-ups. Thank you sir!
Thank you, I appreciate the sub and the comment!
If you were to take the needle nose, pliers, and hold that pin nail in the middle, you can get much better results. It works very well. Keep up the good work. Stay blessed and stay safe.
❤️🙏🏻📖🙏🏻❤️!!!
Thank you, i appreciate the tip and the blessing!
Yes make a workbench! Very funny but great information!
I will definitely make a workbench really soon. thank you for the comment.
I have a when oscillating sander and so far I love it. I’ve had it for about 3 years and haven’t had a problem with it.
That is great to hear!! I have had a few tools from that brand and have been pleased. Thanks for the info.
I went ahead and subscribed because I have to say, watching you build stuff makes me feel really good about my own work. Thanks a lot!
😂😂😂 Thank you!
I've seen other videos where bubbles were a issue and the solution they used was applying heat to the surface of what they were
working with. The tool they mostly accomplished this task was using a simple hair dryer. I think the hot air pops all the bubbles.
Hope this suggestion helps. A fellow cyber friend, Me southern AZ.
I have a heat gun maybe i will give it a try. I know they do it with epoxy so maybe it will help. Thanks for the advice i appreciate it. We are practically neighbors since you are in Arizona! 😂
For oil based poly, I thin it (even though the can says don't) with mineral spirits (I think a 50/50 mix of mineral spirits to poly) in a squirt top bottle and turn it into a wipe on. You have to do a lot more coats, BUT it goes on much easier with fewer bubbles, and it dries a lot quicker so dust/particles aren't as big of an issue!
Thank you for the advice, I will definitely try that. I never tried because it does say that on the can.
I have the wen sander you were showing and I love mine. It is powerful and has not let me down. I have had mine for over a year and sanded a lot of stuff with it.
Thank you for the input, i appreciate it. i was hoping one of them would be on a black Friday sale but no luck.
@@jascogoods yw
I like the pin stripes in the sconces. They would also look great solid so that’s a win/win if you offered both options. 👍🏼 👌🏼
Thank you i appreciate that.
The pinstripe gave it a classy look. I'm positive your video is the first one I have seen present it.
I love the light bar idea ❤
thank you, I try to do things a little different but its hard because there ore so many great DIY videos on RUclips. Thanks for your comment.
😂 I'm an older-than-dirt female, frst time watcher. I couldnt help but chuckle at your banter. You could be a stand-up comedian. Q-tips ! ? ! LOL
You are not older than dirt!! 😂😂😂 only God was here before the dirt! lol Thank you so much for the comment and the laugh!
This was a fun video, thanks, I needed to chill a bit. The bending saw blade just means you’re pushing too hard. Let the blade do the cutting, don’t rush it. And you’re right that skinny blades mean more precision.
Thank you, I appreciate the feedback and tips!
You are a very sympathetic guy and your videos are a very nice source of inspiration for me! Thank you for that and greetings from Cologne
Thank you I appreciate your very kind and encouraging comment. Welcome to my channel.
I have tried for years and years to get an acceptable cut with a jigsaw to absolutely zero avail, so I finally broke down a couple months ago and pulled the trigger on a Harvey Ambassador C14 bandsaw, and gave my jigsaw to a friend. When you're putting feet on small projects like this, use only three feet as opposed to four, this will completely eliminate wobbling, and save you a few cents at the same time. Not a big deal if you're only making one, but if you're batching them out to sell, that's where you can start to see the savings.
I want to get a good bandsaw like that. Its actually easier for me to use my jigsaw then to use my bandsaw for stuff like this. that's a great idea on the feet. Thanks for the comment and all the great info!
I’ve done that needle nose trick many times. With pine you can usually press the nail right into the wood to get it started and then finish it with the hammer.
Oh that's a good idea, Ill have to try that next time. Thanks for the advice.
I think on that combo sander, you can take the table off the disk and attach it to the belt for a larger working surface when you're using the belt.
I could be wrong, because mine was a different brand, but I think they're all about the same.
I really like that first project. It would be really nice made out of an edge grain glue up.
that would be awesome if I could do that. I'm gonna look it up. Thanks for the heads up!
I have that Wen oscillating sander. It’s fantastic, and the dust collection on it actually works very well. As far as I can tell, it’s just as good as the Rigid for less money.
I was looking for some black Friday sales on one of the sanders and i didn't see any brand having a sale. Now I gotta wait till the next big tool sale. 😂 Thanks for the input.
Oh my goodness. I have never had so much fun watching a woodworking video. You are brilliant. Thank you ❤
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your encouraging comment!
Liking the striped look for the sconce.
Thank you! I appreciate the comment!
Love my Rigid oscillating belt and spindle sander. It's a workhorse and, based on the reviews I read, I've read well worth the extra few bucks over the wen.
That is really good to know! plus i think they have a great warranty on the ridged tools! I was hoping to get one for black Friday but sadly they weren't on sale!
Dude I just found your videos, but I gotta say, this is a channel I could’ve and should’ve been watching for years. It’s so good 😅. The comic relief is perfect. Keep it up my guy. You’re doing great. And your tips and work are on point. Love em.
Thank you, I really appreciate the encouraging comment.
I was scrolling through yesterday day and found your page and amazing projects.
But your sense of humor kept me watching…..and in tears. 😂
Thank you, I appreciate the comment.
I have that Wen sander. Love it. I also have a Wen drill press and planer. I love their stuff. Great quality at reasonable prices.
Thank you for the input. I have a few wen things and i have to agree they are great for the price.
Very good video and you always make me laugh. I think you are a naturally good entertainer. Good to see you include mistakes, makes us mortals feel like there is hope for us yet. Thanks for making these videos, always starts the day off well.
Glad you like them! I really appreciate your uplifting comments they are great, thank you!
I just bought the WEN bench top sander because I have all these great ideas!! Yep! It looks great in the box! 😂 seriously, I need to get it out and do something with it!! You inspired me!! 🎉
😂😂😂 I actually have a few tools still in the box myself!! I got a little router table that I couldn't wait to get and now its still in the box a month later!! 😂 I'm glad its not just me! Thanks for the comment.
I got the harbor freight oscillating belt and spindle sander. Mine was only about $150 on sale when I got it. Reg about $200. I had to shim the table to make it flat when it was upright. It does the job, but it is almost as much as the wen now. I have a wen band saw and it does a good job. If I were to buy an oscillating sander today, I would go with the wen at about $220. It is nice for sanding edges of things and when you need to sand the inside edges of something.
You just popped up on my feed. Great video! 👍
Thank you brother, that advice was really helpful. I was contemplating between the Harbor Freight one because people have suggested it and it is a bit cheaper. I was going to see if the Wen one was a little cheaper for black Friday.
I agree with others, great humor. Fun video. One piece of advice for you if you don't mind me saying it.
When you do the Dado with the router only use one straight edge. Cut across and move a little and cut again. You can get an exact width dado easily by moving 1/8th" or less even. I've done this using only a speed square with a small clamp. Same with the bevel groove, use a piece of tape on the router and the board to measure the length of the cut. painters tape is great. One line on the router and two, the distance you want, on the board. You can lift the painters tape off the board and move it down to the next cut. I think on my router the distance from the flat edge to center of the bit is 2". That Ryobi might be less, which would be easier on smaller projects.
Thank you for the encouragement and especially the detailed advice, its really appreciated.
Go for the bench top sander. One of my best buys and most used machines. Pick a sandpaper for both metal and wood. Norton for instance. Bosch and Makita sell sanding belts and many others too..
Mine is exactly like the WEN. Just a different nameplate. The dust extraction works perfectly with just a cheap shop vac.
Kind regards
Anders
Sweden
Thank you Anders, I really appreciate the detailed advice. I will probably get one during black Friday.
Hobby Lobby sells the same picture hanger shown in project #2 with built in perpendicular teeth you nail into the frame. Works like a charm & out takes necessary!
Thank you, thats good to know, I appreciate the info.
This is the first video of yours that I have seen. I had to subscribe right away. I had to watch it a few times because I was laughing too much and there’s great info. Thank you.
Thank you brother, I appreciate the comment and the encouragement.
Recently got into woodworking, glad i came across your channel today. Great stuff and appreciate the humor lol
Thank you brother, i am glad you found me too. i appreciate the comment.
I've had the Wen spindle sander, as well as their thickness planer, for a couple of years now and haven't had an issue.
Thank you for the info brother, I appreciate it. I think Wen makes some good tools for the price.
When I was a kid my mom used to work at Kmart. She used to let me flip the switch when it was time to turn the blue light special on. We also have the board game Blue light special that they used to give out to the employees for Christmas
in the 90s, I got 86ed from the Kmart by my house for getting on the intercom and announcing a blue light special on adult toys. 😂 I didn't know they had a board game! I am going to look it up and see what it is. Thank you for sharing!
Get yourself a dado stack for your table saw. So much easier than jigs for all the different joints you might have to cut.
Maybe
Over 35 years as a carpenter and designing woodworker - doing stuff I get paid for- and I’ve never owned a dado set.
I did build a pretty robust router table that does the same thing and way more.
A good dado set is probably half to two-thirds of buying a decent 2-3HP router. And a dedicated mounted router is a total game changer.
A back-to-back clamp and my ~1989-ish D-handle makita router and you’ll forget you ever wanted a dado set
Thank you for the input! I don't have a miter slot so its hard to do cross cuts on my table saw.
I bought one of the bosch router tables from Lowes. Do you think that will do the trick? Thanks for the advice and input.
I've heard a lot of good with the WEN sander. I have the WEN planer and joiner and they have lasted me 7 years so far.
I have that same sander too! You know it's made by Bosch?
I didn't know that but thanks for the info.
I have a few things from wen and I think they make a good product for the price. Thanks for the comment.
If you cut the end of the foam brush a little, about 1/8", to make it flat, There will be a lot less bubbles. I use a cotton ball wrapped in t-shirt fabric for oil based stain.
I will definitely try that, thank you so much for the tips I really appreciate it.
I have that exact Wen sander & I really like it. Haven't had any problems with it. I'd definitely buy it again.
Thank you I appreciate the info!
You hit the nail on the head so much stress in the world nice to take things in your stride and enjoy it !!!
exactly, everyone is too stressed now a days. Thanks for the comment!
Never seen this channel. Bro you are hilarious !
😂 Thank you, i appreciate the encouragement.
OMG! Awesome sense of humor, had me laughing. Keep it up.
Thanks brother, I appreciate the encouraging comment.
You stained in the grove!! I didn't see it until you pointed it out. Thanks. Now, I cant unsee it!
😂😂😂 Sorry!!
Coming from a person watching this video from their La-Z-Boy thank you very much for the shout out. God bless and stay safe.
❤️🙏🏻📖🙏🏻❤️!!!
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😂😂😂 When I am not in the garage I am on my recliner!! Thanks for the comment brother.
You are very entertaining! Thank you for lightening the mood of life, have a Merry Christmas and a better New Year.
Thank you so much, i really appreciate the encouraging comment. Merry Christmas to you and yours too!
I just got that WEN sander and it works great. I have the ridgid before this WEN and the dust collection on the WEN is way better.
Thank you, I appreciate the advice, it is really appreciated.
Like the stripe, but not the black. Round board I love!😊😊
Thank you that is interesting. What color would you prefer? Thank you for the comment.
Pure Joy. Thank you. Subscribed
Thank you appreciate the comment.
For the positioning of the feet, keep the cross section lines on the piece and measure in from the center to your desired position. Use compass again to mark your feet equidistant from the center. 👌
Thank you brother, i appreciate the advice.
All great projects, I really like the small projects during stressful times too! They’re fun and relaxing. Really love that light! Nice job!
Thank you, I really appreciate the comment. Woodworking is really good for relieving stress in my opinion anyways.
I have a 120 Wen Jig saw, Band sw and THE DRILL PRESS TABLE AND HAPPY WITH THESE PURCHASES
I think WEN is a pretty good brand for the price. I had the Ryobi bench top sander and the Wen. they were almost exactly the same but the WEN had a few features the ryobi didn't like a reset button incase it over heats and a pull out knob to disable the sander. The bearings went out on my ryobi sander after a year and that's when I got the wen and its been going strong for 2 years now.
You can thin down the oil based poly with mineral spirits. 4:1 ratio works pretty well for brush on, 50/50 for wipe on poly.
Thank you for the info I really appreciate it. I will try that. For a few months I couldn't find mineral spirits anywhere.
Awesome projects once again!!! And thanks for the trip down memory lane with blue light specials & Benny Hill...LOL , they don't make shows like that anymore, anyone who doesn't know who he is needs to look it up.
thank you I appreciate it. back in the 80s when I was a kid I used to stay up late at night and watch benny hill. He always had hot girls on the show! 😂😂😂
This video is great. Gives me This old Tony vibes
Thank you. What is this old Tony ?😂
Being from SYP country, using a dye rather than stain will give you a more professional look. Subscribed because I like how you make woodworking fun.
I have always wanted to use dyes but just haven't made the leap. I will definitely check them out. Where do you get them? thanks for the comment and the sub.
The way I've found for the oil-based poly to go on without bubbles is to go slow with the bush, and keep the brush loaded. It's hard to go slow on a big piece, though.
I will try that, thank you for the advice, it is appreciated.
The foam brushes are for staining. What you want for the poly is a real brush with bristles. Get a good one too and make sure you clean it good each time or if you are using it a ton you can leave it in thinner or water.
Staining and then leaving a contrast by cutting grooves or edge routing etc can create some great looks.
I always have good ideas after its too late to do them. 😂😂😂 I want to do this again but the right way. Thanks for the comment.
Just found your channel and I love it. I haven’t laughed out loud at very many woodworking videos. Much more realistic than the typical, now I’m going to use the CNC crap. Very relatable. I’ve subscribed and look forward to many more entertaining videos. I rarely comment but enjoyed this one immensely so figured I’d let you know. Thanks!
Thank you, I really appreciate all the encouragement. I am glad you found my channel and enjoyed the videos. I want to get a CNC one day.
When you opened the garage door? You got me off guard there man🤣 I like your video because you dont try to be a pro. You use what you have and learn as you go.
This is how you get better guys.
Just dont do any foolish with powertools🤣
And that lamp stand wall thing? I like that. That was nice👍👍👍
Thanks brother I appreciate the positivity. What I lack in woodworking skills I try to make up in humor. 😂😂😂
@@jascogoods if you want to be better, you will. If you don’t, you won’t. That’s how the cookie crumbles😄
I have that Wen sander and I absolutely love it!
I agree! I have the same Wen 6524 sander and it's worth every penny.
It's slightly smaller than the Ridgid version (old one not the new piece of crap Ridgid sells) but it's $100 less on the price.
Also worth mentioning are the Wen 6502T belt and disc sander...and the Wen AT1305 thin belt end disc sander.
Both of which are only about $100 each. So basically for $400 you can have all 3 sanders.
Ditto! Great versatile sander!
Thank you guys for all the input. I appreciate it. I have a couple of tools I'm looking at for black Friday but I am not sure what one to get yet. I am waiting to see what has the best price.
I always say, "what I lack in stature, I make up for in girth." We are not FAT, we're FLUFFY! Love the show, the humor, the rework, the format. Big fan. (pun) That is what I keep in my workshop to keep from sweating to death :)
I'm gonna have to steal that saying!!😂😂😂 Thank you I appreciate the encouraging comment and the laugh!
Good video! For oil based poly: I have that same poly and once I have enough product on the wood I slowly make one pass with the foam brush the entire length of the piece. So never back and forth strokes. Good luck man
Thanks for the advice brother, I really appreciate it.
thanks for the entertainment! 2 live Crew... Im still laughing
😂😂😂 No problem, thanks for the comment.
Oil based stain bubbles on the first coat because of the open grain in the wood. I needs usually 3 coats. The second coat should be sanded lightly with 220 and the 3rd coat with steel wool. And should be bubble free.
Thanks brother I appreciate the info. I usually stop at 2 coats with the oil based clear.
Good job like the pin stripes. Good idea to drill a shallow socket with forstener bit under wall fasteners - helps to allow shelves etc to lay flatter against wall. Dave 🇦🇺
Thank you for the advice, I appreciate it.
You can put the sconce face side down on your bench to make it easier for the hanger placement.
I was going to mention that too, and just have the shelf part hanging off the front of the bench, though I would have been tempted to waste half an hour building a special riser just for that one project, and afterward would just sit at the back of my work bench collecting sawdust, random odd parts and perhaps a drink bottle or two.
True, I was trying to use the bench cookies so it didn't slide around and get scratched. thank you for the comment, I really appreciate it.
Regarding the pinstripe in the candle holder, I'm not a fan of such a contrast of the white lines in the blackish stain. Just a thought to consider, try staining the stripes a light brown (maybe your Provincial stain) with a Q-tip (unused-lol) so the stripes aren't so obvious though there's still texture and interest. I like your relaxed approach, thanks for these videos.
The used Q-tips are only for glue! 😂😂😂 That is a good idea on the provincial or even a colored stain. Thank you for the input and the encouragement, I appreciate it.
Have a Wen vertical sander my #1 cigar box guitar neck shaping tool and I’m on year 3. Great tool.
That's great to know, a few people have said they had bad luck with them and suggest getting the ridged one. I'm still on the fence so all the input helps. Thank you.
Highly entertaining and informative! Priceless!
Thank you, I appreciate that.
like the humor the projects and the fact you don't mind showing the mistakes
Thank you, I really appreciate your comment. I watch a lot of woodworking videos and I always think "how are these guys not messing up like me". So I wanted to make sure I show the mistakes for other beginners to see that mistakes are a part of woodworking especially when you are just learning.
I like the sconce with the stripes. I do agree u are very fun to watch.
You should’ve set the sconce face side down to make it easier for placement of the hanger.
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Thank you, I really appreciate the encouraging comment.
Stripes look good. Thanks for making these videos!
no problem, thank you for the comment.
I use a small blowtorch to rid myself of bubbles in polyurethane (oil) and polycrylic (water) applications. Just pass the flame over the finished area smoothly. Using an LED lamp/flashlight will help you locate bubbles with ease.
that's interesting, I would have thought the flame would ignite the oil based. Thanks for the advice its appreciated.
Such a goofball! Love it! ❤😂
Thank you!! 😂😂