Cherry wood Nakashima style coffee table made with hand tools and joinery.

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  • Опубликовано: 3 фев 2022
  • Making a Nakashima style coffee table from live edge cherry wood.
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  • @davidatkins8753
    @davidatkins8753 2 года назад +64

    Probably the most dedicated carpenter I’ve ever watched.

    • @garrysekelli6776
      @garrysekelli6776 2 года назад

      Imagine how professional he could become if he learned how to use power tools.

    • @jackstrubbe7608
      @jackstrubbe7608 Год назад

      @@garrysekelli6776 my great grandfather, who lived til 103, and he and his father built a water-powered sawmill in Ohio, had these skills and more. I am so privileged to have learned under him, and, at 74, owe much to them. I love this video. I know these tools

  • @mrstandfast2212
    @mrstandfast2212 2 года назад +47

    For a hand tool woodworker, there is no more lovely a sound than that of a sharp plane in use.

    • @OldNew45
      @OldNew45 2 года назад +3

      Thumbs up there. A nice sharp chisel does it for me. I must admit, hand planes are still voodoo to me.

    • @redrover1565
      @redrover1565 2 года назад +1

      It is most satisfying.

    • @hatedcritic8066
      @hatedcritic8066 2 года назад +1

      I have to agree with Old New. The sound of the chisel trimming away that wood is magical.

  • @tropifiori
    @tropifiori 2 года назад +148

    As a woodworker who also uses ( to a lesser extent) hand tools, I think the average viewer is unaware of how difficult it is to do what you are doing so well.

    • @Sindarul
      @Sindarul 2 года назад +11

      My grandfather used such tools and learnt a lot from him. And yes, it takes a bit of time and patience, but if you're into this, it such an experience. I really need to start making some stuff, to honor his memory.

    • @MrChickadee
      @MrChickadee  2 года назад +21

      thank you Frank

    • @philipripper1522
      @philipripper1522 2 года назад +14

      Even the sawing is at least 10x harder than most people think.

    • @nesc39
      @nesc39 2 года назад +1

      The average viewer is so retarded/lazy they couldn’t even acquire the wood, literally. They would be walking around in the woods looking for a slab And then give up after five minutes when everything was round logs

    • @CleaveMountaineering
      @CleaveMountaineering 2 года назад +5

      True, and yet it is readily attainable. Just don't expect to master it in one project.

  • @billwilson3665
    @billwilson3665 2 года назад +17

    Even years ago Mr Chickadee had the body of a young man with the mind of an older experienced man. I never could understand how he amassed so much knowledge of classic carpentry at such a young age.

  • @dfrank5182
    @dfrank5182 2 года назад +42

    From one craftsman to another.... "Impressive."
    Watching a man do his own thing, practice his own craft...marching to the beat of his own drum...in today's world...
    Respect.

    • @charlesemmer8856
      @charlesemmer8856 2 года назад +5

      I can only imagine sitting in his workshop, watching him employ his craft. The only sounds to be heard are the hand tools.

  • @TheudBaldM
    @TheudBaldM 2 года назад +15

    I like the fact that you made your bench at the perfect height to saw without holding back your gesture. Beautiful work, as always !

  • @sydneyevans2637
    @sydneyevans2637 2 года назад +43

    The sharpest, properly used tools on RUclips. Great job, Mr. Chickadee!

  • @jeffgoldenberg9579
    @jeffgoldenberg9579 2 года назад +27

    Truly stunning and very inspiring. All hand tools and not even sandpaper. Wow.

    • @quakxy_dukx
      @quakxy_dukx 2 года назад +3

      A sharp tool in the hands of a skilled craftsman is both more effective and more impressive than an idiot with a sander and I’ll be the first to admit I am that idiot with a sander

  • @clayguy1
    @clayguy1 2 года назад +3

    My great great grandfather built a lot of the wagons the Mormon Pioneers traveled in to the Salt Lake Valley in the 1840s... I just imagine him using the same techniques that you use to build the body of the wagons.. He also made the wheels.. I would of loved to watch him as he formed those wagons.. Thank you for not using power tools.. I know it's harder, but certainly, more rewarding..

  • @theariesexperiment4642
    @theariesexperiment4642 2 года назад +3

    From the side profile,...it looks as if its leaning. It's an optical illusion of course. Because of the way the leg and brace are constructed. Which gives it the ultimate cool factor. Beautiful job my friend. It's a stunning table. Top shelf craftsmanship.

  • @lehampton1
    @lehampton1 2 года назад +7

    Always get a smile on my face when I see a new Mr Chickadee video uploaded! Another great project completed!

  • @kenthorsen4558
    @kenthorsen4558 2 года назад +19

    Absolutely beautiful! Worked on an old farm house about 30 yrs ago that had one of his dining room tables made from walnut. What an honor to see and touch a piece of history.

  • @idontthinkso666
    @idontthinkso666 2 года назад +2

    I love the kindness and affection that you and your wife show toward your cat family.

  • @dianeleirer9878
    @dianeleirer9878 2 года назад +2

    I think this is the first time I’ve seen Mr. Chickadee actually resting! The wood is happy it became a beautiful table.

  • @scotth4760
    @scotth4760 2 года назад +2

    Another Zen moment from Mr Chickadee

  • @ronsmith1364
    @ronsmith1364 2 года назад +3

    Out of the woods & Mat Cremona need to see this slab work. 'Hats off' (again) Mr Chickadee

  • @marshhawk3997
    @marshhawk3997 2 года назад +1

    My precious wood dude, your vids are like therapy for me at this point. Thank you.

  • @Maxid1
    @Maxid1 2 года назад +2

    16:27 I thought that's what you were going to do. It's truly amazing.

  • @kortt
    @kortt 2 года назад +4

    Excellent. I have a visual disability and can only do rough carpentry now. Watching this fine joinery is letting me live it vicariously through your videos lol. Thanks for sharing!

  • @clydedecker765
    @clydedecker765 2 года назад +3

    Mira is not George, but her spirit is the same in a lot of ways. He SAW what it was in each piece and then he MADE it by removing what it wasn't... LOVE all his designs (pieces). Love your work - it shows your love for what you do...

  • @rawa5457
    @rawa5457 2 года назад +2

    A workshop is like an alchemist's workshop, with so many forgotten and unknown tools and wonders that can be made by a master's hand with their help.👍 And the kitty staring at the "TV".🐈 God Bless Mr. Chickadee.😊

  • @IR-nq4qv
    @IR-nq4qv 2 года назад +7

    Its always nice when you can click on a RUclips channel and then hit the like button right away because you already know what to expect. You never seem to disappoint Mr. C, your videos are good for the soul.

  • @dalerowell75
    @dalerowell75 2 года назад +3

    I follow a large number of woodworking channels, but this is by far my favourite.
    Exceptional skill meets cinematic perfection.

  • @La_sombra_de_la_luz
    @La_sombra_de_la_luz 2 года назад +3

    Este hombre trabaja como si viviera en el siglo XlX. Toda la energía que emplea emana de él. Un ejemplo a seguir.

  • @carlray6010
    @carlray6010 2 месяца назад

    After just coming from a trip to Japan, watching this was very enjoyable ! The blending of Japanese art and style with your craftsmanship is inspiring! Thank you/Arigato.

  • @charlesemmer8856
    @charlesemmer8856 2 года назад +1

    Keeping the 'art' of hand tool (only) woodworking alive.

  • @carlosdelascuevas6140
    @carlosdelascuevas6140 2 года назад +1

    Everytime I watch Mr. Chickadee working, I have this wish to be a carpenter in my next life!

  • @dogsoupblues
    @dogsoupblues 2 года назад +4

    Amazing work and passion right here. And I can't say I see anyone using a No. 1 or 2 plane very often!

  • @jojii
    @jojii 2 года назад +3

    That end grain planing! Very nice. I have to set up a shooting board every time.

  • @properlynumb7092
    @properlynumb7092 2 года назад +13

    Love the sliding dove tails. Great design for movement and flat face.
    I've done the wedged tenon into a tapered mortis.
    Yours is more versatile. Can be dismantled.

  • @TheBearGrylz
    @TheBearGrylz 2 года назад +1

    A chickadee video! Stop everything and watch! Freaking love this guy. I try to copy him in everything I make. His work ethic and skills are inspired to say the least.

  • @hkimsey
    @hkimsey 2 года назад +4

    Great filming and sound editing. Really captures the experience of working wood with hand tools.

  • @pebblesthecat3625
    @pebblesthecat3625 2 года назад +2

    Excellent video - as always. The sound in this video is so relaxing, and watching the creation of a beautiful piece of furniture brings piece of mind. It was nice to see you relaxing for a change, and Charles seem to really enjoy it as well. He looks as contented as you do. Many thanks for sharing your skills with us all.

  • @willmegehee
    @willmegehee 2 года назад +6

    I’m always amazed at your work. I got my first antique framing chisels for Christmas. Presently clearing privet and vines behind the house for a garden, timber framed shop and chicken coop. It’s a great workout. The adventure begins…

  • @troyclayton
    @troyclayton 2 года назад +7

    Pretty cool, thanks for the video! My buddy and I made a Nakashima conoid style bench out of a slab of cherry and some walnut, I love his designs. It was my first piece where all the joints were cut by hand.
    edit: extra word removed

  • @The_Modeling_Underdog
    @The_Modeling_Underdog 2 года назад +4

    You don't know how much you've missed a bit of joy and solace in this demented world until you see Josh uploaded a new video.
    Great table, mate.
    And thanks for the soul-cleansing.

  • @wileycoyotesr8623
    @wileycoyotesr8623 2 года назад +3

    I like the design and the wood turned out gorgeous. Cherry looks better as it ages too. Nice job.

  • @craigmooring2091
    @craigmooring2091 2 года назад

    Beautiful, as always. That design is so interesting, structurally. And it was good to see Charles again.

  • @woodwood1
    @woodwood1 2 года назад +1

    좋은 영상. 감상 잘 했습니다.

  • @Beauacadian
    @Beauacadian 2 года назад

    That design would make a great ironing board too. Well done!

  • @anastasiosskouras5090
    @anastasiosskouras5090 2 года назад +1

    You are a unique person with unique abilities...simply admiring your talent, and i am a part time woodworker, with love for hand tools, but a way worse from you...BRAVO Mate, BRAVO.

  • @onehappydawg
    @onehappydawg 2 года назад +2

    Nice job.
    I just completed my first Nakashima inspired coffee table a few weeks ago.
    I didn’t have any live edge so I glued up some 100 year old cherry planks, a friend gave me, for the top.
    And the base I made out of walnut.
    I ended up a tiny bit lose in the dado joints and ended up using to small shims to tighten it up.
    It turned out satisfactory.
    I look at it as a learning experience for the next one I build. I really like the Nakashima style.

  • @AvanaVana
    @AvanaVana 2 года назад +3

    I love the way you used the beetle kill aspects of the wood to an aesthetic advantage.
    I don’t know if beetle kill affects cherry, but it has a similar look at least.

  • @scottlight3688
    @scottlight3688 2 года назад +3

    I truly enjoy your video quality and your workmanship. The sliding dovetail mortise and tenon joints are very interesting. I haven't seen that before. Also, I like how you left the imperfections in the sap wood. I'm working on a live edge desk in air dried walnut and decided to epoxy those and now I'm regretting it. Blessings to you and Mrs.Chickadee!

  • @dependancesbois9160
    @dependancesbois9160 2 года назад +1

    Great video once again.
    Thank you for your channel which has helped change the way I work with wood professionally.
    Since I try to show that we can work with hand tools in France even if the prejudices remain well anchored

  • @kwik5150
    @kwik5150 2 года назад +3

    What an amazing piece of cherry. Love the end product. Your videos are like waking up from a good dream. You don’t want it to be over but you feel so relaxed and satisfied. Thanks!

  • @mikejenkins1360
    @mikejenkins1360 2 года назад +3

    Very nice and I’ve been waiting for more furniture builds, not that everything else isn’t just as intriguing. Always looking forward to more videos and maybe livestock?

  • @j.t.4072
    @j.t.4072 2 года назад +1

    Weird looking coffee table design, but it was clearly made with expert skill and craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing!

  • @you_are_cleared_hot6950
    @you_are_cleared_hot6950 2 года назад

    Wow...I just wonder who is going to be the 1st to put a ring on that table? Semper Fi, Marine!

  • @phillipparker8947
    @phillipparker8947 2 года назад

    Hello my friend. All the planing on those beautiful planks I almost cried when you started boring a hole in it.lol.
    Sure is some beautiful work buddy.

  • @jamsaanich4993
    @jamsaanich4993 2 года назад +3

    Every single tool honed to perfection is awesome.

  • @nevillesmith9795
    @nevillesmith9795 Год назад

    I find your video content very relaxing and soothing. No music no talking. Only the sounds of hand held tools cutting, cracking and shaving against the wood...and the fact that you go old school about building your projects. Pricesless

  • @yehmate1528
    @yehmate1528 2 года назад

    The video is a work of art just like the coffee table.

  • @bhjmulder
    @bhjmulder 2 года назад +1

    Now thát was a scary sharp chisel 👌🏻. Marveles to see what creativity, hand-tools and patients can do. My compliments 👍🏻

  • @cameronboucher7805
    @cameronboucher7805 2 года назад +2

    So therapeutic watching your work. ❤️👍😎 I love the design of this coffee table. 👍👍

  • @mandyleeson1
    @mandyleeson1 2 года назад +4

    Beautiful. Lovely to see sharp tools in such masterful action. Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @scottrowlings5345
    @scottrowlings5345 2 года назад +4

    What an incredible design! I love it! Thanks for the inspiration, and the amazing videos!

  • @olddawgdreaming5715
    @olddawgdreaming5715 2 года назад +5

    Fantastic build Josh, really a great video. Thanks for sharing with us. Stay safe and keep up the great videos. Fred.

  •  2 года назад

    the way the chisel makes its way through the wood is so satisfying

  • @annabellaarizabal9739
    @annabellaarizabal9739 2 года назад +1

    Me encantó, yo quiero uno así de bello, el tanaño de la mesita pwrfecto y echo a mano mucho mejor. Felicitaciones Josh.

    • @MrChickadee
      @MrChickadee  2 года назад +1

      ¡Muchas gracias! ¡Deberías venir a tomar un café aquí!

  • @martinhead3731
    @martinhead3731 2 года назад +1

    That is a beautiful piece of work .

  • @riyujjinjakka
    @riyujjinjakka 2 года назад +1

    Sade ve güzel. Muhteşem bir ustalık ve incelikle yapılmış güzel bir çalışma.
    Simple and beautiful. Perfect craftsmanship. Thanks for the video.

  • @gup8175
    @gup8175 2 года назад

    As always thank you for the peaceful journey.

  • @peterellis4262
    @peterellis4262 2 года назад +1

    Stunning. You have a knack for making simple look easy. They're not at all the same thing ;)

  • @DovetailTimberworks
    @DovetailTimberworks 2 года назад +1

    Lovely to watch, thank you. Looks like your cats have as hard a life as ours!

  • @HakkaDakka
    @HakkaDakka 2 года назад

    Very nice work. I think he's a robot, no blinking of the eyes...

  • @Khono
    @Khono 2 года назад

    I'm happy to see my beginner planing results in similar patterns on the wood, as well as shavings, as I see here. Love your vids! I'm happy youtube decided it was time I watched them again.

  • @michaelwhiteoldtimer7648
    @michaelwhiteoldtimer7648 2 года назад

    What a beautiful table, you are a amazing craftsman

  • @scottdarland2179
    @scottdarland2179 2 года назад +7

    Thank you so much for sharing your craftsman. Your video on this coffee table was amazing. Can you share approximately how many hours you spent making it?

  • @kevintulak9987
    @kevintulak9987 2 года назад

    Gorgeous, delicate and strong at the same time. Thanks for sharing.

  • @danielrobertson7164
    @danielrobertson7164 2 года назад

    You’re absolutely amazing! I wish I had your talent and patience for that matter!

  • @SD-G
    @SD-G Месяц назад

    Love this! You should open a school, i would be honored to apprentice! Great work👍

  • @timberingwithtim4754
    @timberingwithtim4754 3 месяца назад

    That was the most enjoyable 20 minutes, superb work

  • @darrensmall4313
    @darrensmall4313 2 года назад +1

    Great work. True craftsmanship.

  • @jerrystark3587
    @jerrystark3587 2 года назад +1

    Nicely done. Great table. Thanks for the video!

  • @alfredozunino8703
    @alfredozunino8703 Год назад

    Desde Uruguay
    Y.le envío.mis.feliciitaciones.miro.con.adniracion.sus.trabajos.perfectos.un.ejemplo.a.seguir.gracias.por.mostrar.esa
    Perfección.enel.manejo.de.herramientas.manuales

  • @alaindemasson8732
    @alaindemasson8732 Год назад

    Outstanding. A nice interpretation of Nakashima

  • @dianeclemmer1344
    @dianeclemmer1344 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful table!❤️

  • @lapboard340
    @lapboard340 Год назад

    It’s ok to smile every once in a while….when you pick up an old favourite tool or expose some lovely grain.

  • @flightplan1000
    @flightplan1000 Год назад

    Well I'm a newbie to your work and what I find, after watching a few videos, is the way I relax, letting daily stresses melt away. I think its the steady, calm pace that you exhibit. Thanks.
    I'm a retired shipwright and spent the better part of forty years building and repairing wooden boats. Your tools look a lot like mine...

  • @billwilson3665
    @billwilson3665 2 года назад

    The one, the only MR Chic

  • @hugodesrosiers-plaisance3156
    @hugodesrosiers-plaisance3156 11 месяцев назад

    You are one of my inspirations for manual woodworking. I find so much peace and satisfaction in that trade. Thank you for posting.

  • @mcd1313
    @mcd1313 2 года назад

    Beautiful👍👍👍 hidden dovetails WOW!

  • @therealhellkitty5388
    @therealhellkitty5388 2 года назад

    Beautiful table, lovely cats. Thank you for a wonderful video.

  • @ahikernamedgq
    @ahikernamedgq 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful coffee table! (great couch, too!)

  • @dondicey6528
    @dondicey6528 2 года назад

    Left handed back saw..love it..

  • @mikecurtis2585
    @mikecurtis2585 2 года назад +2

    Beautiful work! Always fun seeing what you make. Thanks 😊 🙏

  • @adelheidsnel5171
    @adelheidsnel5171 2 года назад +1

    Outstanding design!

  • @Gus0046
    @Gus0046 2 года назад +9

    Estos son los trabajos hechos a mano de los verdaderos artistas. Los trabajos hechos a mano realzan su valor. Excelente trabajo amigo. Te felicito.

  • @167curly
    @167curly 2 года назад

    I love its elegsnt simplicity.

  • @TOAD7464
    @TOAD7464 2 года назад

    Brilliant as always.

  • @thomasokon8657
    @thomasokon8657 2 года назад

    Thank god he used a coaster. If I saw a coffee ring after all of that transcendent work on that bit of cherry I would have died inside.

  • @OldNew45
    @OldNew45 2 года назад

    Man do I love cherry.
    Man does it like to move around.
    Great video as usual. Great table.

  • @tribs4432
    @tribs4432 2 года назад

    beautiful !!

  • @Thom4123
    @Thom4123 2 года назад +1

    Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship, you are a big inspiration for all woodworkers.

  • @luizgabriel3388
    @luizgabriel3388 2 года назад

    Love the work and planes!

  • @user-sx2nh6dd6p
    @user-sx2nh6dd6p 2 года назад

    удивительный человек,мастер от бога!!!

  • @1Barrel2u
    @1Barrel2u 2 года назад

    WOW -- all I can say is WOW

  • @user-qu9uq4zp3s
    @user-qu9uq4zp3s 2 года назад

    ПРЕКРАСНАЯ РАБОТА, МАСТЕР!!!👍👍👍👍👍

  • @1956vern
    @1956vern 2 года назад

    Nice build!
    Liked the coaster!