I Started Chasing My Dreams. This Is What Happened.
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
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This is the true story of how I got started as a woodworker and youtuber. I really didn’t touch any tools before 2019, and I really got started in 2020. And no, I didn’t have any experience filming and editing before the summer of 2020, where I filmed my first video (Garden table made from a pallet).
I also owe big thanks to @jimmydiresta , @PatLap, @JackmanWorksand @turgworks4138 for always getting back to me when I ask them stupid questions.
I'm an ambassador for @rubiomonocoatscandinavia (Denmark). I'm not paid so say anything, but obviously I wouldn't become an ambassador if I didn't absolutely love their wood finishes.
I have been able to get a good amount of tools in my shop over the last year. I’m not a full time woodworker, and because I also have another job that supports my cost of living, I’m able to put everything I make from the woodworking back as investments in tools in my shop. It has been all hard work, but you’re welcome to make a comment about how fortunate I am to have a shop full of woodworking tools that magically have appeared overnight. But just know that I take care of a dayjob, work in the workshop in the evenings and edit videos for RUclips many nights.
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I do owe thanks to a lot of creators, I will try my best to feature you somehow in future videos. The way I like to feature other creators is by making some sort of cameo that's relevant for the video I'm making, so I'm sorry if you send me your sticker hoping to get a shout-out. It could be a while before the right opportunity shows up for me.
Thank you all creators and people watching and commenting on my videos. I read all comments and will answer all. I learn a lot from the comments and will do my best to mention who gave me the good advice in future videos. Thank you.
- Jesper
Chapters
00:00 Hi I'm Jesper
00:40 Woodworking in an abandoned horsebarn
01:44 My first palletwood project bestseller
02:57 Recording my first RUclips video
04:02 Getting tools without any money
04:37 Getting a sawmill
05:32 Getting more free wood
06:31 Squarespace
07:27 Outdoor woodworking
08:30 Making the pallet blocks coffee table
09:29 Making bigger woodworking projects
11:13 Getting 100.000 subscribers on RUclips
12:51 Who is Jesper Makes? 
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Jesper mate, your personality and story telling really bring your videos to life. That's why we love you :)
I appreciate that!
the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.
Yes
I have a friend that has passed away. he was big on making pallet projects and they were cool, well he got me hooked. long story short, your channel is awesome.And now im hooked on you channel. You have a big Fan now.. thank you. 😊
Sorry to hear about your friend, but I'm glad you're carrying on the passion for pallet projects. Sometimes the craft and a good channel can be a comforting friend. Coffee's on me, virtually speaking! ☕
Stop watching the news and go outside; a great prescription for all of us. Spent 10 days in Koge in the summer of 2008 working on the Logos Hope, a missionary ship belonging to OM Ships. Had a chance to spend some leisure time in Copenhagen. Beautiful country loaded with history but the most expensive place I have ever been. Love your work Jesper. Darlington, South Carolina USA
Hi, yeah it's a pretty expensive place here, still is. Great to hear your story. Take care
Jesper is living proof that there is nothing rotten in Denmark.
😂
This was awesome, man! So glad I could be a part of this. I’m sad that the storm stole your tree, but you definitely loosened it.
Thanks for being part of the video Morley, and I got my tree back, it was just a little more work 😀
I'm a descendant of Denmark. And seeing your videos not only has great entertainment value, but seeing the countryside certainly makes it encouraging to return there. You live in a beautiful area
Great to hear from you. Yeah I like it here, but actually I think I would love it in the outback of Canada or Alaska too. Or New Zealand. Where are you located?
Storyteller turns biographer. Jesper, 100K is well deserved because your work is interesting and different and so carefully documented and thoughtfully narrated. To know and understand a little more of how much hard work you have put in to get to where you are is very precious. You are functioning in a still uncharted space; a place where anyone in the world can have opinions about what you do, where likes and views are actually your physical bread and butter, where your fame is fragile and ephemeral. Where your work includes bearing the invisible burden of generating subscribers, let alone editing video and charging batteries and then actually making things. It is an inspirational story, one of sharing and reclaiming, one of risk taking and of joy. Thank you for what you do. May the gods of the sawdust continue to inspire and grow you and the many others that you reach.
Wow, your comment is truly a work of art! Your words perfectly capture the ups and downs of being a content creator on RUclips. The fact that you took the time to understand the hard work and effort that goes into creating videos is truly appreciated. I can definitely relate to the idea of functioning in an uncharted space, where likes and views are the equivalent of bread and butter. It's a wild ride, but I'm grateful for the opportunity to share my passions and inspire others through my work.
The mention of the "gods of sawdust" made me laugh, and I couldn't agree more. May the creative juices continue to flow and inspire us all! Thank you for your support and for being a valuable member of my community. I'm thrilled to have you along for the journey.
Couldn’t have that better myself!😮👏
I have had a wonderful maker communication with your channel over the last year that has been a treasure for me.
I am grinning as I watch this video and reminisce about my memories with Jesper.
When I was hospitalized with an injury and feeling down, or
when I was struggling with the activity of making a video, Jesper was always there to cheer me up and give me a gentle push, you are irreplaceable.
So I am as happy for your achievement as I am for mine.
I say again...!!
100,000 subscribers, Congratulations!!!🎉🎉
Thank you so much for your kind words and for being a part of my RUclips journey. Your support and encouragement have meant the world to me, especially during the times when I needed a boost. I am so glad to hear that I was able to make a positive impact on you and your maker experiences. Reaching 100,000 subscribers is a huge milestone and I couldn't have done it without your support. I am truly grateful and honored to have you as a friend and subscriber. Congratulations to you as well on your achievements. Here's to many more memories and successes in the future! 🎉🎉
Only just came across your channel and subscribed. After all, can't argue with a guy who is smart enough to know coffee solves everything.
Yeah, never argue with a guy high on caffeine 😂
Go do your own stuff.... Words to live by.
I'm not sure when I subbed, but the story is what always sells it for me, as well as inspiration. You're definitely one of the big influences on my own woodworking hobby.
So glad to hear you enjoy woodworking. Thanks for watching 🙏🙏.
I came across your channel when you published the pallet block table, and it blew my mind. After that, I watched all your videos. I admire your creative designs and your sense of humor cracks me up every time. Congratulations on your first 100,000 subscribers! 🎉
Awesome! Thank you!
You’ve done a lot of great videos but this one is your best yet.Beautiful story mate so honest and genuine and yes you put a lump in my throat you should be proud of what you’ve accomplished
Thanks Bradley, so glad to hear from you friend. Take care!
Thanks for sharing Jesper. What an amazing journey you’ve had!
I Love the style of your videos and creates great inspiration for us weekend warriors,well done on the 100K well deserved!!!
Thanks so much!
I really enjoy your videos! I've watched all of them -- some several times! Please keep making them and making stuff! 😀
Wow really? Thanks 🙏
Very nice work, loved the video, and huge Congrats to you on your successes!!!! Can't wait to see what you do next.
Thank you so much!
Have the right combo of content, video editing, &, especially, a pleasant narrative (your humor seals it for me!) & you stand a good chance of succeeding. I am so glad I found your channel. Congratulations on 100K subscribers & the new way of life!
Thanks 🙏🙏
Love it Jesper, you are truly and inspiration. Thank you for continuing, and including us in your journey.
Thanks 🙏
Congratulations Jasper 🌱 I love your videos. I learn Soooo much.
Thanks 🙏
Congratulations, Jesper. Your videos are always such a treat. I wish there was a “more than like” button. You’re a real inspiration, I hope you keep up both the woodworking and the showing.
Wow, thank you!
I have also just found your channel, I’ve subscribed because the inspiration will do me good! Thank you and big congrats on your well deserved recognition! 👏👍😀🍾
Awesome! Thank you!
This is the best maker video I have seen! Well done Jesper! I've been subscribed for a few months and I get a little giddy when I see you pop up with a new video. Keep it up!
Thanks do much Eric
Lovely! I'm so happy for your success - well deserved. You are a great story teller with just the right amount of craziness for my taste.
Ahahaha thanks my brother and neighbor 😂
Good for you Jesper. I really love watching your videos. You, Dainer Made and Morley Kurt have inspired me to start wood working, especially using pallet wood. Keep up with the good work and quality videos Jesper!
Thanks Rob!
Well done so far Jesper and good luck for the future, I'll be looking out for you videos
Thanks 🙏🙏
So happy to see you posting again. Your content is awesome, keep it up!
Thanks! Will do!
You’ve come such a long way, become part of a wider community and have produced some amazing projects and videos.
Do not stop what you’re doing, hard work pays off and I really believe you have just scratched the surface with your potential on this platform.
Put it this way, I was excited to see your name pop up again on my feed!
I'm so glad to hear that mate!
Thank you, RUclips for suggesting this channel. Subscribed
Thanks for subscribing friend 😊
What an incredible journey. You might be my favorite woodworker/maker on RUclips and your sense of humor is just awesome! Please don’t ever stop me videos. You’re my inspiration to start my own channel. Love all the work, you do keep it up!
Wow, thank you!
Must be one of the best videos on RUclips! Love what I have seen so far and honestly just discovered your channel yesterday! I'm in the process of building a wood workshop in the backyard as I currently have no space to work or keep my tools in a accessible way. You inspire me follow my way, thank you!
Happy building mate! So glad to hear from you.
I was so happy to finally see a new video! Your work is very inspirational and your video's are hilarious. Please don't ever stop doing what you do! Thank you!
Thank you! Will do!
Love your videos man! Your pallet builds have inspired my own pallet table video! Super excited to see what else you make and publish here on RUclips!
Awesome, I'll have to check it out 😉
Keep doing what you're doing... love both your woodworking and your videos.. You are inspirational!!!!
Thanks 🙏
Congratulations, Jesper!! Love your videos and your sense of humor!!
Glad you enjoy it!
Amazing video, you're a great story teller and I enjoyed every video of you that you've made so far 💪🏻 keep up the amazing work and just make the things you want !
Thanks for this wonderful comment ❤️
what a wonderfull and motivating video. big admirer of your mentality, Keep up the good work!!
Thanks mate
Just came across this video and it was a great watch. Liked and subscribed. Looking forward to more up and coming vids. Now to watch another one of yours.
Thanks Jason, yeah please watch some more. Or start up a playlist with them when you go outside 🤠 . Thanks mate
Congrats for 100k subs. I'm happy to be part of your ever increasing subscribers. Was waiting for another video from you for quite a while and glad it's here now.
Thank you so much 😀
What a very interesting journey. So glad you have persevered as look where you are now!😀 Always keep going and have faith in yourself. You never know where you may end up and what you will achieve 👍
Thanks 🙏
On my journey to watch every single your vidios jasper!!! Dont give up!!! I have suggested your vidios to my friends!!!
You're the best!
Congratulations Jesper. Your videos on wood making are great and inspired me to start doing my own wood work, but also you are funny and entertaining. That's what keeps your videos so enjoyable to watch. You have a knack for both.
Thanks Kim, much appreciated.
well done to you sir much respect very inspirational . im still at the getting pallets surplus stage but intend to see where it leads ..thankyou for your work
Thanks 🙏🙏
Really enjoy your story and the delivery of the message. Thanks.
Thanks Joe! Much appreciated 👍👍
Great story telling mate. Love your work and inspiration to others. Cheers!!
Thanks, I really can't believe I should be some kind of inspiration to anyone, but thanks anyway!!
Excellent work, keep pumping out the videos!
Will do my best 🙂
Love you Jesper, keep going! You rock! I like your unique style, your sense of humor. Congrats on 100k subscribers! Post little bit more often! I envy you how quickly you were able to buy all the tools. From almost hand tools in one vid to using a Shaper Origin almost in the very next one. Great journey, great inspirational story! Thank you!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for being a part of my RUclips journey! Your support and encouragement mean the world to me. I'm glad you enjoy my unique style and sense of humor, and I'm honored that I have been able to inspire you in some way. I have to admit, the rapid accumulation of tools has been quite the journey, but I'm grateful for each and every one of them. They have helped me bring my creative ideas to life and share them with the world.
I appreciate your suggestion to post a bit more often, and I will do my best to create content that you will enjoy.
Once again, thank you for your support and for helping me reach 100,000 subscribers. Here's to many more milestones and memorable moments!
Excellent video on where you began your journey. We have been watching you almost from the beginning. We enjoy everyone of your videos .
Keep the journey going and take care my friend .
Thank you so much!
Thank you for chopping away at the opposition in beginning and sticking with sharing your passion. I always enjoy watching your videos and hope one day I can make some amazing works of art like yours.
Thanks for the support mate!
Thanks for sharing your story! Also, I was inspired by the way you filled in your shop ceiling. I've been struggling to figure out a way that I could do it by myself at my age with my limitations. You made it seem doable, and I'm going to try it.👏
Thanks Jesper!
I really needed this video today!
I was about to give up yesterday, but thanks to this video I got some extra energy and started building the infrastructure around my workshop!
Keep up the good work!
Lots of love from Halland, Sweden!
I'm so happy to hear that Patrik! Let me know if theres anything I can do to help.
love love love your videos jesper, so envious of your lifestyle! please keep them coming.
Thank you! Will do!
I have been a subscriber for a while now and glad I stumbled across your channel
You have a unique style and character, and I love your crazy methodology.
Keep up the great wok and don't ever give up the channel
Hey Craig, thanks so much for the kind words, and nooo, it's too much fun to stop!
Your channel is one of my favorites. It’s a combo of interesting wood projects, editing style and comedic narrative! Keep it going. That was a cool timeline of your experience and channel growth. Thx for sharing
Wow, thanks!
Thanks Jesper for inspiring me to make my first youtube video. If it wasn't for you and Dainer i would never have started
You're welcome! I'm glad to have inspired you to create your first RUclips video. It's always great to see new creators entering the space and sharing their unique perspectives and talents with the world. Keep up the great work!
Awesome mate 👏 👌 👍 🙌 😎 love what your doing and congratulations
Thanks 🙏🙏
Loved the video, really inspiring since I just started my woodworking journey! Keep up the good work my man
I will 😊
Great content. Well done. Soothing to the soul. Thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Came across your channel yesterday and subscribed straight away. Love your storytelling. The "Go do your own stuff" at the end rally resonated with me and even gave me goosebumps because I quit corporate job in early 2022 to launch an entirely new career making things with my hands. Best decision ever made! Good luck with your channel mate!
Good luck with your new career mate!
Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Keep making. God bless.
Thanks, you too!
That was a cinematic treat Jesper! It’s always exciting seeing where people came from and the journey to where they are now. Between you and Dainer, I think I’m amply motivated to start filming and editing again, I’ve got myself a new camera and want to throw my content in the ring soon too! Keep up the great work mate
Sounds great, just get going mate!
Very well done Jesper. Rewards come for hard work and you are enjoying the rewards for you hard work. All the very best wishes for continued success into the future.
Thank you very much!
Your pallet block table showed up in my feed, watched it and you got my subscription straight away. Not to mention you gave me great ideas for my own projects. Congratulations on 100k Jesper, keep up the great work!
Thanks Nick, that's so great to hear.
Love this. Your videos are super informative AND very charming, so keep it up! I love the message at the end, you don’t need permission. Inspiring man!
Thanks 🙏🙏
This video popped up on my recommended feed. New subscriber here... Truly inspirational. I'll be checking out the rest of your episodes. Thanks for sharing.
Cheers from Atlanta, GA
Hi Joe, so awesome to hear from you. Thanks for dropping by my channel.
Another really inspiring video! Love your story! Keep uploading please!!
Will do that, thanks 🙏🙏🙏
So nice to see someone so humble and dedicated to their craft. You inspired me on starting to do pallet builds and I'm grateful to stumble in your channel! Keep it up! All the best!
I'm so glad!
So inspiring story and i can say we've got a lot in common. Keep it up and continue to motivate us!
I'll do my best 🙂
Another great video Jesper. Truest awesome story and I hope your business continues to grow.
I hope so too 😬 thanks for your support
I am a first-time viewer and your honesty and humility were so refreshing I just needed to finish the video and subscribe... All....keep up the good work and be certain not to outgrow yourself.
Thanks 🙏
I am very happy to have found your channel, really good story telling, a good personality, and unique projects, not much more you can ask for. Congrats on 100k!
Thank you very much!
This video is wonderful. So happy for you all.
Thanks 🙏🙏
So happy to hear you have reached far, i always love when i see your uploads. keep it up Jesper .. it makes me smile when i hear your Danglish, and it helps me in my day here .. Greetings from a fellow Dane living in Indonesia.
Yeah Danglish at it's best. Thanks for watching fellow dane!
What an awesome video! Totally pumped me up to just make something.
Best comment anyone could write. Thanks bro 😀
You are an inspiration! Keep going! This is the way!
I have no plans to do otherwise 😃
You're such a huge inspiration to me and my woodworking I do at home. I've built many things, from my wife's computer desk, to shelving in my laundry room, signage for my favorite sports team, and cutting boards for friends and family. I haven't earned a ton of money with my projects as most of them have been for myself, but I feel more and more confident that I can do anything I put my mind to. So I say, "Thank you, Jesper. Keep making your videos, we as a community appreciate them so much."
Hi Ryan, thank you so much for your comment. I think you build more than I do, so happy to hear from another woodworker. Cheers from Denmark 🇩🇰🇩🇰
You seem like such a nice guy and the honesty and hard work in your videos makes you unique.
You are an inspiration to me and one day soon I want to start my own RUclips journey.
You can do that Steve, and let me know if I can do anything for you in that regard. Cheers mate
Great projects, wonderful job on the editing of your videos. live in PA great ideals for projects also. keep up the great work!
Hey Frank, thanks for the compliments!
Like the previous personal who commented, I also just stumbled across your channel and it's a breath of fresh air. Long may you continue to mak these videos and amazing projects too. Awesome stuff.
Thank you so much!
I can relate so much to this. I only started wood working and refinishing furniture a couple years ago. Then my kids thought I was nuts to start filming my projects and getting them on RUclips. It’s so much work, it’s like I have multiple full time jobs. I rarely rest and when I do my brain has a hard time shutting off. I really enjoy your videos and am glad I found you. 🥰
Yeah RUclips is a real job you'll need to prioritize. Thanks for making such a nice comment.
Amazing story. Thank you, Jasper.
Thanks 🙏
Keep that great content coming, absolutely inspiring!
Thanks 🙏
Excellent thinking. Efficient use of resources at hand. Can do attitude. Great video. You gave me a few ideas. Keep up the good work.
Good to hear. Cheers mate
I'm glad I found your channel. I've been doing research on simple wood builds with pallet wood and other cheap wood types. Your work gave me great insight on how to begin. Thank you, sir
Glad I could help! Let me know if there's anything else I can do mate!
Thanks for this video - you are an inspiration to those of us that aren't as far along in the process as you are.
You can do it! Thanks for watching!
I started following you a while ago, when you were first starting to make stuff (I had another channel back then). I've loved seeing your progress and growth. Congratulations mate. You've done very well.
Thanks Tony!
Great to hear your story, although I can speak with pride to say I was there as you hit 1000! There's no two ways about it, we're all here to see you continue your amazing journey! Happy new year mate!
I can confirm that you have been an subscriber forever Sam! Thank you so much for the interesting comments, and also for the content on your own channel. You'll have to rename it soon, because it's far from boring!
Love your story. Very inspiring. Good for you!
Thank you so much!
So happy for you! You are one of my favorites, Jesper! Your projects are amazing and your videos are top notch! Next goal... 1 million subs by Jan2024!
Fingers crossed! 😱
Love the channel. Your content might be (a bit) rough around the edges, but it feels incredibly genuine and you can see the love you put into it.
Rough around the edges? 😁 I do my best smoothing things out, but I guess a bit of edge is a good thing 🤠. Take care mate
Always nice videos, with a great sence of humor! Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I always enjoy your videos. Don’t stop. Love from Canada
Not stopping at all. This is too much fun 😉
This video popped up thanks to the RUclips algorithms. I'm totally new to your channel, I guess. Thanks for the amazing video. It was worth watching every second of it.
I'm now curious to watch some of your other videos. Greetings from Slovakia
Thanks Hans, so happy to hear that. Let me know if you have any questions. Cheers, Jesper
Love it, love your videos :)
Well done on 100K ... and making me smile
Thanks so much!
Jesper......this is incredible. I loved your videos from the first time I saw them. You are authentic and that comes through in every video you make. The humor you inject is hilarious as well and the projects motivate me to build stuff and just get moving. I love how you ended this video with "You don't need anyone's permission". Keep it up brother and love to you and your family.
Thanks man, much appreciated.
I really love your work , and I'm inspired by your videos 😍, I'm trying to copy everything you do , thanks for sharing and i hope you get much as your kindness.
You are so welcome! Let me know if I can help with anything.
An inspiration my friend. A big Hello and Thank You from Hawk Point, Missouri!
Hello Missouri! Great to hear from you.
This is a great video to watch over morning coffee. Set's the day right to start off with a good story.
Hope you had a good day, and thanks for the watch
What an amazing story and video. Thank you for sharing. I JUST started dabbling a little bit in woodworking but I am nervous my stuff won't be "good enough"
It's more than good enough...!
Wow..congratulations! That's a very nice milestone 👍
Thanks my friend 😊