Make A Simple Yet Beautiful Letter Opener

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  • Опубликовано: 31 янв 2025

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  • @Nonobsolete
    @Nonobsolete 5 лет назад +531

    I cannot recognize Bob without the wewd accent, and funny personality hahahaha

    • @Lu_R
      @Lu_R 5 лет назад +4

      My thoughts exactly. I needed to look if I'm watching the right channel lol.

    • @picklethedragon4889
      @picklethedragon4889 5 лет назад

      Same here.

    • @gabriel.andrade.c
      @gabriel.andrade.c 5 лет назад +1

      I needed to look the same thing hahaha

    • @CedarCritter
      @CedarCritter 5 лет назад +7

      It's probably due to how anxious he was before he gained enough confidence to show off his awesome weirdness. I'm proud of him for how far he's come to be himself.

    • @austenalmendinger9746
      @austenalmendinger9746 5 лет назад

      Furon Tech I wouldn’t call it a funny personality

  • @pinkwolf2730
    @pinkwolf2730 5 лет назад +197

    0:40 Fun fact: This part is not actually sped up, he is just that powerful.

  • @moonstruck8245
    @moonstruck8245 7 лет назад +77

    Always love seeing people turn other's trash into art!

    • @dragonbrothers4152
      @dragonbrothers4152 7 лет назад +5

      Faetouched RIGHT? Just proves the saying "one mans trash is another mans treasure" is true

  • @sasculptorakkadian6862
    @sasculptorakkadian6862 4 года назад +3

    I’m going through each of his videos in 2020 in order to witness the evolution of normal Bobby, to the sillier version we have today lol. It’s a great reminder that getting comfortable in front of the camera takes time.

  • @Jerf0nTheClerf
    @Jerf0nTheClerf 8 лет назад +583

    I never thought I'd watch Flash carve a letter opener

    • @elementalkingdom5723
      @elementalkingdom5723 7 лет назад +4

      Jeff McCarley 😂

    • @hannahrofail2831
      @hannahrofail2831 7 лет назад +4

      Jeff McCarley lol I’m dying rn xDDDD

    • @karantipalsingh7635
      @karantipalsingh7635 7 лет назад +1

      Jeff McCarley 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @nicholasouellette3456
      @nicholasouellette3456 7 лет назад +1

      Jeff McCarley i know this isn’t a serious comment but if it were the flash then the talking would be slow not fast...

    • @kalmma7969
      @kalmma7969 7 лет назад +15

      Nicholas Ouellette You acknowledged the fact that it was satirical... But you still decided to ruin any/all things funny about this comment, and the comment stream.
      Another great example of a commenter who just can't stop ruining things for other people...

  • @l0vesick913
    @l0vesick913 7 лет назад +437

    Hey! You never said you'd be using such a rare and high quality tool, a pencil! Sheesh, people these days.

  • @MultiTom1956
    @MultiTom1956 7 лет назад +603

    Beautifully done! & that too with limited tools ,wow!! thank you!

  • @roypeak3603
    @roypeak3603 Год назад +1

    Watching in 2023 and one thing still holds true to this day.
    The kitchen is the best place for woodwork and sanding.

  •  7 лет назад +253

    Great work. Few tools, lots of creativity.

  • @chasegessner7860
    @chasegessner7860 5 лет назад +253

    Watching this in 2019 like: WHAT HAPPENED TO MY BOBBY HE'S SO NORMAL!!!

    • @milesrudling5721
      @milesrudling5721 5 лет назад +7

      I very much agree it’s abnormal he wasn’t saying wewd

    • @somedudenamedspectre
      @somedudenamedspectre 4 года назад +1

      @Lucas Englot me too me too

    • @lady_lexi_
      @lady_lexi_ 3 года назад +1

      @Gideon Young, jokes on you, I’m watching from 2030!!

    • @r-sole4872
      @r-sole4872 3 года назад

      @@lady_lexi_ you fool, I’m watching this is 1976

  • @guarddog318
    @guarddog318 7 лет назад +271

    And the poor dog at 0:58 is going "Why do you get to make a mess on the floor? Y'all fuss at me for that." Followed at 1:45 by "Here, you can have this back. It don't even taste good."

  • @anim8rsinkstudios193
    @anim8rsinkstudios193 3 года назад

    I don't typically comment or like videos. But i had to commend him. Mans proof positive that you don't need fancy stuff. Just determination and drive to get it done. And a random dog to bring back the scraps....lol...priceless. Awesome work Bobby. Just 👌!

  • @Garbaz
    @Garbaz 8 лет назад +4800

    Next: No tools. Bare hands.

  • @alexhetherington8028
    @alexhetherington8028 7 лет назад

    This is amazing and with only simple hand tools.I have a mini wooden crossbow I want to make with only hand tools and my dad keeps telling me it cant be done.This video gives me hope and shows that anything can be done to high standards with simple hand tools, thanks alot.

  • @MrZylix-6
    @MrZylix-6 7 лет назад +86

    The letter opener is really nice and this was actually really enjoyable. BTW it really looks like an elegant wooden ceremonial dagger but it's so much more simple which makes it way nicer. So great job dude, also your dog is super cute.

    • @BobbyDukeArts
      @BobbyDukeArts  7 лет назад +10

      +DemolisherMK1 thank you, I really appreciate that. I'm glad you liked it!

    • @ScoopJB
      @ScoopJB 7 лет назад

      Bobby Duke Arts im definetly making this

  • @maryklassen8114
    @maryklassen8114 7 лет назад +71

    This is beautiful. It's been a while since I've done anything with wood. This video makes me want to again

  • @WoM
    @WoM 8 лет назад +316

    Lovely work

  • @smallzville6305
    @smallzville6305 5 лет назад +258

    Lol you got my girlfriend stuck saying I want that

    • @chris_chris_dav
      @chris_chris_dav 5 лет назад +2

      I want that

    • @Elaine-re1xv
      @Elaine-re1xv 5 лет назад +3

      You should get it for her for her birthday or something

    • @hvass508
      @hvass508 4 года назад

      SmallzVille lol

  • @ZHFabrications
    @ZHFabrications 7 лет назад +227

    Interesting to see the process--nice work Bobby!

  • @tiheera
    @tiheera 5 лет назад

    Before watching this i have to tell you man you're a magician ! I love your work, creativity and your style! Thankyou for sharing your art with us and for uplifting out spirits. To think a man like you is struggling with depression wants me to reach out and hug you for your work and humor are an antidepressant for many. Sending love and positive vibes your way. Keep them wonderful videos coming

  • @harrison9680
    @harrison9680 7 лет назад +230

    He doesn't need any power tools because he is the power tool
    Did you see how fast he was moving and cutting that wood

    • @BobbyDukeArts
      @BobbyDukeArts  7 лет назад +44

      +Chicken Nugget lol, I work out

    • @nochannel9263
      @nochannel9263 6 лет назад +1

      It's called editing so the vids are not to long like this reply

    • @billieinka
      @billieinka 6 лет назад +8

      @@nochannel9263 it was a joke

    • @jatyfar
      @jatyfar 6 лет назад +11

      no channel r/woooosh

    • @Hakumoo
      @Hakumoo 6 лет назад +1

      jenn sorry for asking I was just wondering what does (r/) stand for?

  • @nbakamatsu
    @nbakamatsu 7 лет назад

    An artist isn't defined by his tools. Well done

  • @drawvenmusket
    @drawvenmusket 7 лет назад +13

    I found you because of DIY creators but I subscribed because of this video thanks for the great work and keep it up

  • @kenangrover
    @kenangrover 10 месяцев назад

    Watching your videos made me get back into woodworking. I even find myself using your silly voices when I'm puttering in the shop. Thank you for your inspiration!

  • @vadejed
    @vadejed 5 лет назад +55

    Who else is watching in 2019 and is just astounded at how little commentary there is compared to his more recent videos?

  • @cicim2674
    @cicim2674 6 лет назад

    There's something I find so lovely about big tough people like Bobby, not even just guys either, who have creative, delicate and thoughtful sides to them that create beautiful things. It shows how you really can earn a delightful surprise by getting someone to open up to you and show you their personality and all their talents and things.

  • @KagedBooks
    @KagedBooks 8 лет назад +102

    title has it right, Beautiful

  • @marko8393
    @marko8393 6 лет назад

    That is either a very patient man or a very sharp knife! Loved it.

  • @clareboronski6015
    @clareboronski6015 5 лет назад +15

    All that was missing from this video was your sense of humor 😝 but wonderfully done!

  • @caroline4316
    @caroline4316 5 лет назад

    I just wanted to say thanks because of your channel I am now into wood carving and at the moment this letter opener is my first project and I think it's going well thank you for being an inspiration

  • @benglaser1345
    @benglaser1345 7 лет назад +107

    1:46 hooman, u drops woods

  • @1ARMOUREDWOLF
    @1ARMOUREDWOLF 5 лет назад

    'This is a great reminder to me that sometimes it is nice to go back to the days when I only had the basic crafting tools to create with. Thanks Bobby, you are awesome.

  • @themadhacker9376
    @themadhacker9376 7 лет назад +193

    shouldnt you be doing this on your porch in a rocking chair whilst whistling a folksy tune? ;)

  • @adriancaldwell
    @adriancaldwell 6 лет назад

    proper craftsman - no fancy tools just pure skill mate

  • @emmali303
    @emmali303 7 лет назад +3

    Lol the dog at 0:58
    Also, when he speeds up his sanding, I'm like "O MA GOWD ITS DA FLAASH"

  • @grimsoul0
    @grimsoul0 7 лет назад

    Nicely done. Made me think of my grandpa. He would sit around with a piece of wood and his pocket knife and whittle some beautiful stuff. So thanks for the nice video and the memories it brought back. :)

  • @joepotap
    @joepotap 7 лет назад +264

    How many years did you spend in art school, because your using some pretty advance techniques, even if you're working with just an exacto knife

  • @jarms99
    @jarms99 7 лет назад

    You know what, dude? When it comes down to it , you’re just really a great artist!!!

  • @KagedBooks
    @KagedBooks 7 лет назад +81

    Looks great man!

  • @socratesxaidi2128
    @socratesxaidi2128 6 лет назад

    This is real art man. An art that very few people do.

  • @RaphiEitelberg
    @RaphiEitelberg 7 лет назад +117

    That was pretty cool! Mind telling me please what was that weird sanding block thing you used near the end? And also what kinds of sandpaper would be needed cause I have this really cheap-ass sandpaper that's so useless the wood sands off the sandpaper instead of the opposite!! I can't sand anything with it. Guess I just got ripped off

    • @BobbyDukeArts
      @BobbyDukeArts  7 лет назад +43

      +Raphillion the sanding block was just a piece of wood with sandpaper glued to it. I usually just get the most expensive stuff at the Home Improvement store. 3M makes good sandpaper

    • @RaphiEitelberg
      @RaphiEitelberg 7 лет назад +14

      Awesome thanks! I love doing woodwork stuff as a hobby, just recently built a medium sized shelf system for an odd space in my dorms and it worked out pretty nicely using mostly scrap-wood

    • @victorboyd527
      @victorboyd527 7 лет назад +1

      I'm pretty sure the sanding block might've been a brick

    • @averycole6257
      @averycole6257 6 лет назад

      Same

  • @mariaramalho1867
    @mariaramalho1867 5 лет назад +2

    The fact that the start of this video is his channels profile pic is just magical.

    • @namoa8202
      @namoa8202 5 лет назад

      Maria Ramalho hahaha I’m trying to find the exact frame

  • @beccalee1098
    @beccalee1098 6 лет назад +4

    He seemed so thrilled to do this in the intro 😂

  • @SmallGirlBigWorld_
    @SmallGirlBigWorld_ 7 лет назад +1

    Nothing better than hand made letter openers.

  • @eiveroblox7259
    @eiveroblox7259 7 лет назад +7

    Hey I try and copy what you did how to make this thing and it actually works it looks cool and my father also help me to make it and it took us for about 1 hour to make it. Also I subscribe. At 3:00 it's flash time!

    • @snarlingcats4927
      @snarlingcats4927 6 лет назад +1

      Wow! I found someone who doesn't just watch for entertainment but as a tutorial as well.

  • @rebeccaaddison1136
    @rebeccaaddison1136 6 лет назад

    I was super impressed that you could make somthing that amazing with so little tools.

  • @518peryer5
    @518peryer5 6 лет назад +4

    The sounds everything make in fast motion had me rolling on the floor laughing 😂

  • @disisb0b950
    @disisb0b950 6 лет назад

    You always make these basic objects go above and beyond

  • @FGCtrash
    @FGCtrash 5 лет назад +11

    The best part of this video was Doug walking into the room with paper stuck to his mouth

    • @frankmastrodonato8302
      @frankmastrodonato8302 4 года назад

      That's, Patrick......

    • @FGCtrash
      @FGCtrash 4 года назад

      @@frankmastrodonato8302 He said Dough when the dog walked up to him

    • @FGCtrash
      @FGCtrash 4 года назад

      @@frankmastrodonato8302 S o I automatically assumed it was doug

    • @FGCtrash
      @FGCtrash 4 года назад

      @@frankmastrodonato8302 Also don't make things awkward when they don't need to be the three dots were unnecessary

  • @juliancorletti6876
    @juliancorletti6876 7 лет назад

    Duuude!! You are so increíble! My family and I just made and decorate our own house by our own hands, decoration mostly with wood, so I really know and apreciate your work. You're such a great artist

  • @seanlee566
    @seanlee566 8 лет назад +81

    Make a house with a knife... or at least a model of a house.

    • @FionaLovesbunnies
      @FionaLovesbunnies 7 лет назад +4

      the first time i read this i read it as make a "house with a knife" instead of "house" with a knife

    • @SilverHawk1719
      @SilverHawk1719 7 лет назад +2

      Cryptic Bunny there is no difference in what you typed

    • @LyhusBlue
      @LyhusBlue 7 лет назад +6

      Chris Wilkins After reading that 3 times, I realized he meant "a house with a knife in/on it" or maybe even "a house [somehow] holding a knife", instead of "using a knife to make a house". It just takes the will to understand what he meant.

    • @SilverHawk1719
      @SilverHawk1719 7 лет назад

      Lyhus lol ok then

  • @joshuabarnett2887
    @joshuabarnett2887 6 лет назад

    Bobby I just want to thank you for inspiring me to start making art and for making me a more artistic person. I just wanted to say thank you.

  • @the0ster
    @the0ster 8 лет назад +4

    OMG dude u got great talent much much much! more than me...i wish u could make something easy for like other viewers just sayin' u dont need to tho,btw u got such a cute dog!!

  • @DWorkshop
    @DWorkshop 5 лет назад

    When man has skills he can do anything with almost no tools. When you don't have skills even the most fancy and expensive tools can't help. Great work.

  • @Bailey_Dreamfoot
    @Bailey_Dreamfoot 6 лет назад +4

    I’m a RUclipsr too, and when I see how many subs you have all I can think is...
    I WANT THAT

  • @CosmicDuskWolf
    @CosmicDuskWolf 6 лет назад

    The fact you did that out of maple with hand tools is really amazing.

  • @tibordobi1295
    @tibordobi1295 6 лет назад +3

    “Only gonna use this knife, a regular hand saw, and a piece of maple I found in someone’s trash pile”
    Starts using a pen and paper

  • @sotnos1125
    @sotnos1125 6 лет назад

    I absolutely love that this was done with minimal tools, but I think a lot of people also overvalue engraving tools. Pretty much every hardware store sells them and you can get them from as little as $20 so really none of the other stuff we see him make is way out of reach for the average person anyway

  • @Ben-it3so
    @Ben-it3so 7 лет назад +34

    You need to do a collab with Draw with Jazza

  • @thomasdouglass8778
    @thomasdouglass8778 6 лет назад

    Wow, awesome job. I also love how you put your video together. I do woodwork but not much carving and am considering to start carving as a new hobby. Thanks for the video and sharing your talents. God bless

  • @BettyCherry
    @BettyCherry 6 лет назад +20

    Warning!: ASMR starts herw 1:58

  • @moneikahull9770
    @moneikahull9770 7 лет назад

    Wow that was Awesome- my husband and I make knives and I have been wanting to do something in wood this is a great inspiration. I Love your videos thank you for making them.

  • @KOABandaged
    @KOABandaged 8 лет назад +6

    First viewer, first comment :D good job on that Cody's Lab carving; nice work

    • @BobbyDukeArts
      @BobbyDukeArts  8 лет назад +1

      Thank you. I appreciate it

    • @KOABandaged
      @KOABandaged 8 лет назад +5

      You don't have to thank anyone but yourself for your talent; it's not my hard work and dedication you're uploading ;)

  • @carolcoates3750
    @carolcoates3750 7 лет назад

    Wood is my material of choice and over the years I have made 100s of these from pine firewood and a 'Stanley' knife. I decorate with pyrography. Pine is lovely to carve.

  • @dandman9373
    @dandman9373 7 лет назад +20

    lol the dog 0:56

  • @saranilsson4573
    @saranilsson4573 7 лет назад

    Oh no, I really like it when you use cool tools! They’re so exciting and fun to watch, as a viewer I support whatever you do as long as you do it safely! So excited for your next video, your videos are awesome.

  • @karikristjansson2991
    @karikristjansson2991 5 лет назад +5

    Did anyone else notice that at 2:10 he was watching friends
    My kind of a man

  • @ghjuyt101
    @ghjuyt101 6 лет назад

    so i saw in one of your other videos that you wanted to make a real knife... just remember allways sharpen with the blade never against it. love your channel and thanks for inspiring!

  • @Teindall
    @Teindall 6 лет назад +10

    I cant wait to make one of these and use it as an athame! (Im pagan)

    • @beannie0weenie354
      @beannie0weenie354 5 лет назад

      Daniel Elliot Really your pagan!? I’m wiccan or is that the same thing?

    • @elizabetholiviaclark
      @elizabetholiviaclark 3 года назад

      @@beannie0weenie354 I'm an atheist, hand to God.

  • @mrdascast8721
    @mrdascast8721 5 лет назад

    Mr Duke i completely get the "I woant that" phrase of yours. I'm gonna try making a letter opener like the one you made here its amazing, thank you!

  • @gesarts3625
    @gesarts3625 7 лет назад +3

    How long did this take you? I plan on trying this very soon.

    • @BobbyDukeArts
      @BobbyDukeArts  7 лет назад +3

      +Jer-z Grown I don't remember. Maybe 3 or 4 hours?

  • @donnasneath2029
    @donnasneath2029 6 лет назад

    Your crafts and stuff make my art more creative you expire me everyday lithely every time I wake up I watch your videos your crafts are amazing! 💗

  • @nevercallmebyname
    @nevercallmebyname 7 лет назад +11

    whittling!

  • @PJGalati
    @PJGalati 7 лет назад

    patience and creativity go a long way. Nice work man.

  • @theracc2318
    @theracc2318 6 лет назад +4

    0:20 you didn’t mention the paper and crayon...

  • @terabera3390
    @terabera3390 6 лет назад

    Nothing has ever made me appreciate my belt sander more than this video.

  • @francesdelaney9610
    @francesdelaney9610 7 лет назад +3

    0:41
    When your mom says you get a treat after yard work.

  • @sethzilla.-9967
    @sethzilla.-9967 5 лет назад

    I like bobby's new videos, he seems so much happier

  • @mspeir
    @mspeir 7 лет назад +14

    **ahem!** ...sandpaper, pen, pencil, clamp...

  • @Zack-Dean
    @Zack-Dean 3 года назад +1

    Bam. Profile picture from the video we witness before us. Beautiful

  • @nicholasjesse3427
    @nicholasjesse3427 5 лет назад +5

    Is no-body talking about the sand paper? 😂

  • @heldawhite1434
    @heldawhite1434 6 лет назад

    You make most awesome, work of art I have ever seen.

  • @matcha-h1u
    @matcha-h1u 5 лет назад +4

    -duke knocks that someone's house
    duke: *"HOW DARE YOU THROW THIS PRECIOUS WEWD LIKE SOME GARBAGE!"*

  • @Eseramses
    @Eseramses 6 лет назад

    All I can say is Amazing!! Your work is phenomenal!!👏

  • @thelauren8er
    @thelauren8er 8 лет назад +4

    wow u cut that fast XD

  • @tarmacdemon
    @tarmacdemon 6 лет назад

    very nice indeed . Love watching your creativity . Don't stop .

  • @baileymercer1501
    @baileymercer1501 5 лет назад +8

    when he said piece of maple I almost had an aneurism, do you mean wewd?

  • @charlotteroldan7394
    @charlotteroldan7394 7 лет назад

    After watching this, i cant think of it as simple.. Thats really awesome! Good job done 😮👌

  • @ratsrock8615
    @ratsrock8615 5 лет назад +3

    0:01 so that's where his profile picture comes from🤔

  • @harrygoble3212
    @harrygoble3212 6 лет назад

    Bobby you are the best arts and crafts person I’ve ever seen you are so good

  • @a.panagop9063
    @a.panagop9063 8 лет назад +18

    Sell me one....

  • @epicmaster2098
    @epicmaster2098 6 лет назад

    Wow!!! I'm very impressed of how you only used 2 tools! Great job! + Bobby Duke Arts congrats of getting 1 Million subs!!!

  • @gizmo5099
    @gizmo5099 5 лет назад +3

    Your basically telling me I can make a knife with a knife?

  • @PowWowAnimations
    @PowWowAnimations 7 лет назад +1

    That's dedication at its finest.

  • @daphnebrown7157
    @daphnebrown7157 5 лет назад +3

    ITS MADES OUT OF WEUD
    HEHE! 😜

  • @fash2314
    @fash2314 6 лет назад

    you are real artist bro... Love your hard work...... Love from Pakistan.

  • @melody74u95
    @melody74u95 7 лет назад +3

    "Letter opener"

  • @Ahd-z3c
    @Ahd-z3c 6 лет назад

    one of the greatest work I have ever seen.

  • @achrafmn6595
    @achrafmn6595 8 лет назад +12

    who receives letters anymore

    • @BobbyDukeArts
      @BobbyDukeArts  8 лет назад +8

      +Achraf Mouaine I get mostly junk mail

    • @arlinaali5777
      @arlinaali5777 7 лет назад

      Achraf Mouaine My parents😜

    • @abbymorrison3097
      @abbymorrison3097 7 лет назад +1

      I send them. I also seal them with wax. I'm 12. Why. Am. I. Using. So. Many. Commas. ?.

    • @StillNoPickles69
      @StillNoPickles69 7 лет назад +4

      Abby Morrison you actually didn't use a single comma... those are periods

    • @ScoopJB
      @ScoopJB 7 лет назад +1

      Achraf Mouaine i want it cause it looks like a dagger