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[@3x3CustomTamar]

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[@tempestive1]

It appears as if it can also be disarmed with a cheap device that emits the very commonly used frequency their sensors use :/

[@drawlele]

Matthias Wendel built an amazing pantarouter to avoid buying a domino

[@deanowright359]

I have the simpli safe for years now , i also use a garage camera inside and outside the garage entrance in addition to the garage door sensor. since you can add up to 9 cameras for the same monitoring monthly price. I buy the cameras when they go on sale at sams which seams to be the cheapest route. great videos and content

[@jpdyson]

I died when you were rocking your Domino like a baby! Don't apologize for having one, this video is a great collection of alternatives.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

😂😂😂😂 my new baby!!!

[@robertevans6481]

I almost died when it almost fell...lol

[@fritzcamille4867]

Ehh i feel like you should make another channel of you’re going out to use exotic tools. I feel like this channel was a minimalist channel now it’s not. Cool tool though

[@edwardgallegos519]

You shouldn’t apologize. You deserve to have great toys to use in your creations! You always provide great content, I am definitely a fan.

[@robertsiebers3151]

You shouldn't have to apologize! I love the content!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you like it!

[@mbagattini]

I agree! I don't get all this being sorry for buying a tool that very relevant to your work. Let me check Amazon and see if it can fit my shop too aaaannd... sweet mother of Jesus, is it made of gold?? 😀

[@3x3CustomTamar]

@@mbagattini 😂😂😂

[@ryanhuff585]

Agree 1000%

[@rohitnarayan3966]

100% agree

[@StephenRozier]

Your honesty and care in explaining, managing expectations etc... is quite remarkable. I believe that in this man dominated industry, I find it refreshing. Kind of similar in how a lot of managers are men and we re often missing out on this type or nurturing approach so thank you!

[@donaldhokanson3321]

I don't care if you use a domino. Enjoy the fact you're successful enough that you can afford one! But I do appreciate you showing other options.

[@kanedNunable]

yup. of course i want one but i dont feel bad for others having stuff i dont have. i have only been into woodwork for a year so i cant expect to have everything already.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

👍👍👍

[@DavidRavenMoon]

People used to complain about New Yankee Workshop because Norm always used specialized tools or machines. But that’s why I liked the show.

[@SerbanCMusca-ut8ny]

Same here. It's all about using one's head. Also, I think it's good to first use the other methods (if only because you are too broke to affort a fancy tool) before you get enough money to buy the fancy tool. And I see two advantages to this: i) obviously, you will (havo to) understand some things in order to finds solutions around the limitations posed by you not having all the fancy tools, so you'll use your brain more, and ii) it would avoid the pitfall consisting in buying a lot of expensive fancy tools then go bankrupt before even starting your business (or so low on money you won't be able to afford buying basic tools you didn't realize you need).

[@oldkingcrow777]

@@SerbanCMusca-ut8ny exactly my thoughts. I had the funds to buy all the "fancy" tools off the bat, but specifically did dozens of hours of research and tried to find the best mid range benchtop stuff. Totally agree it's best to learn on cheaper stuff, or no stuff! You end up training your brain and eventually if/when you can justify it or treat yourself you're in a great situation. Just like she said in the video, she had to learn how to grt around stuff, and look now how "obvious" solutions are to her. Love it. I'm just now buying a used biscuit joiner, got myself a makita track saw and one day it will be awesome to have a domino, but since I don't NEED it I just can't stomach it even if I can "afford" it. If/when I start selling my hobby projects, I'll definitely get one

[@tommy..980]

Happy Friday Tamar!!! No need to apologize for anything!!!! You’re my go to sweetheart when I’m scratching my head on a project… This is why I LOVE your channel.. You have no idea how much you have helped me… Thanks so very much 😊

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@rashidtayidi8370]

Tamara, your words alone are great inspiration, let alone your ideas to solve complex problems with relative simplicity are extraordinary. Thank you for all you have taught me.

[@andrewgalbreath2101]

Very glad that you explained your philosophy behind getting tools to support your business. Many youtubers flaunt their tools expecting everyone to have them. And thanks for all the great dowel tips!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it. Thanks!

[@NWGR]

I recently invested in a dowelmax and that thing is simply amazing. Pretty much dummy proof once you get into the habit of using the checkmark system. For the longest time I used loose tenons made with a router jig I designed, but it wasn't as quick as I'd like. I also used to have a domino and the dowelmax is every bit as accurate, and the joints are plenty strong for woodworking projects. The domino is a bit quicker, but the cost of entry is about 4x that of the dowelmax. I ended up selling my domino since there was a period I had to stop woodworking for a bit. I'm back into the swing of things though, and once I get a few other big tool purchases behind me (CNC and then a sawstop) I'll get the domino again. That thing is a joinery game changer. Enjoy your new toy!

[@cfoskeeter]

Totally agree. I invested in the dowelmax and I love it. What she said about having to perfectly align the holes is true. Before I got the dowelmax, it was very difficult to get the dowel holes perfectly aligned with the simple dowel jig that i was using.

[@NWGR]

@@cfoskeeter Yep. The precision and build quality of the dowelmax is what sold me on it after dealing with and hating one of the cheaper doweling jigs.

[@prspastor]

One of these days I’ll probably buy a Domino too. I’m fairly committed to traditional joinery for my furniture pieces, but for other projects I see that they can be a real timesaver. I also think they make a nice little mortise for buttons to attach tabletops. Thanks!

[@TallerByHalf]

Part of the charm of your videos is watching you figure out new techniques and overcoming any problems you encounter with your projects, including making the odd mistake. It feels like we’re all learning together. However, we all have to grow and improve - and that includes our tools as well as ourselves - so there’s no need to feel guilty about upgrading. The woodworking aspect will always be there no matter how sophisticated the machinery. Long may you continue!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha! Thanks for that!

[@notasleanstillasmean3593]

Exactly! 100% agree. I am not here for tools, I want to know the thought process and learn. Doesn’t matter to me which tool is used.

[@MrShadyCash]

I just got the 500 and it changed my life. So worth it. You'll love it. I wish I had known about the 1099.99 version, I bought the 1019.99 one and then bought all the stuff that came with the more expensive one separate. I got the CT 15, don't ever use that thing without dust collection or you'll wreck it, but I'm sure you know. I'd love to see Domino content, looking forward to it. Great video, congrats on the new tool you deserve it!

[@johnwalsh6844]

I'm waiting for the patent to expire so I can get the Porter-Cable or the Bosch one.

[@gwbuilder5779]

There are several versions available, Dewalt and Makita are at Lowes and Home Depot I think, also Amazon.

[@a0flj0]

@@gwbuilder5779 Or get a Ryobi or Triton off Amazon, they're cheaper.

[@gwbuilder5779]

@@a0flj0 Exactly. Plenty of options.

[@dtemp132]

@@gwbuilder5779 I don't think any of those products actually make floating tenons though. They typically are some variation of biscuits or dowels.

[@GeeDeeBird]

Or, with my budget, a Wen! Festool's earliest Domino patents were around 2004. Patents run 20 years, not including later innovations. I'm pretty sure most manufacturers have designs ready to produce as soon as they can, but we won't see affordable options until 2024 at the earliest.

[@hansangb]

@9:22 In my head, I actually heard Mike's voice saying "The MIGHTY biscuit joiner!" Love his channel as well as yours!

[@alext8828]

Never heard it referred to as a "Domino". Oh, it's Festools name for their joiner.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hahah! He’s great

[@brucewilson3170]

I love the attitude about how you figure out how to work with what you have and encourage a problem solving attitude. Well done.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@Draeber]

You are so talented in both presentation and woodworking. Thx for uploading!

[@cristianosantos7562]

Como sempre sensacional! Sou seu fã! Abraço

[@redramos7208]

💕💕

[@martinmoss317]

Good luck with your new toy! I'm jealous. I think part of your appeal has been your "relateability" to new wood workers. You use the tools we have or help find a way for the tools we don't. This is switching from fixing honda engines to Ferrari engines. fun to watch but perhaps less likely to inspire someone to have a go themselves.

[@MosquitoMade]

I agree with you here, however at a certain point a decision has to be made... Does the shop stay the same so the content remains consistent (like dedicated to making content for new woodworkers a la Woodworking for Mere Mortals), or does the shop continue to evolve over time (like many of ours do). Gotta decide what your passion is, I think. Tamar is pretty clear about it, she gets it, addresses it, and I hope many will understand.

[@timothyvanderschultzen9640]

@@MosquitoMade - in a few years it will be CNC router...

[@martinmoss317]

@@MosquitoMade I don't disagree. everything changes, you have to grow. I was just acknowledging a shift in focus/direction and potential implications of that shift. no criticism implied.

[@MosquitoMade]

@@martinmoss317 We're completely on the same page there (I saw your comment after I posted a similar one lol). Just based on how she addressed it at the beginning and end, she clearly understands that as well.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you get it. Yeah. I started woodworking for the love of woodworking and creating. Not to make KZbin videos…. I happen to have turned it into a business with the videos. But I’m not going to let that stop me from growing and creating in the way that I feel the most comfortable. I’m not setting up my channel to be anything…. It’s just a documentation of my “journey”. Ha

[@jamUSA24]

I just came across this video and it was exactly what I needed. A quick summary and how to joints. I’m starting my woodworking journey and this is exactly the content I needed. Thanks.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome.

[@mindyhall4638]

You are awesome and no need to justify anything you decide to use; it’s your shop, your channel, your choice…and you have been such a help to so many with the straightforward way you explain things and show people how to grow their skills. Thanks for all you do!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Thanks so much!

[@philshock3805]

Can't wait for all the "don't hate me" disclaimers every time you pull out the Domino for future projects. :) Seriously, you've got a great attitude about this and woodworking in general so don't worry about the haters. You of all people simply cannot be accused of going the easy route - your creative workarounds are legendary! As a hobbyist at this point, I can't justify the cost of a Domino, preferring to put that money into wood but if I ever get into more of a production mindset, it'd be my first purchase! Still waiting for you to get a decent table saw though. :)

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha! I can’t help myself! 😂😂 I will upgrade that saw one day! But for now, it works just fine 👍

[@sebastienboisvert8561]

I love your perspective on woodworking.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear!

[@gerharddupreez7420]

This is why I love following your videos from early days onwards. - You actually show me the mistakes I am also making, hence I learn. - The jigs you make are exactly what I need for my skill level where it is and suits my budget. -As my skill level grows, you actually introduce the better tools to get there faster.I can then make more informed decisions. - And now my budget is maxed for the RIGHT tool in the correct category (routers ,more routers, another router love that router!) Please keep it up. Also think about a paypal link if you want one day as I would love to actually contribute to more of these videos!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! I have plans available to sale on my site ☺️☺️

[@ChrystianGuy]

"We take ugly, rough pieces of lumber and we turn them into things that they're not supposed to be." The World needs more Tamars

[@3x3CustomTamar]

😂😂😂😂

[@richarddaggett]

Loved the video, it would be silly to get mad. I watch your videos for the end product. Love seeing what you build!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@Cyberdern]

Well deserved!! keep on making beautiful piece of artwork

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! I’ll try. Ha

[@marzatomika]

Thank you! this video felt so genuine. Go ahead and use that festool! You deserve it.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha I will! 🤘🤘🤘

[@dougc8130]

Keep up the good work. Don't ever apologize for growing as a wood worker or person. The haters will always hate.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much! 👍👍

[@rfrisbee1]

How does buying/using a Domino equate to growing as a wood worker? It's a highly specialised tool for people where time = money. I.e. furniture production. In that context it makes perfect sense. For a hobbyist wood worker it is a luxury purchase that shows you've got more money than sense. For a YT content creator it reduces viewer interest if you keep pulling out a tool that viewers can't afford each time you need to join two pieces of wood together in a project.

[@Grunt49]

Would like to see you in a well insulated shop filled with festool and sawsafe. Keep on keepin' on!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha one day.

[@kevola5739]

Sawsafe? Were you referring to Sawstop?

[@69narsus68]

Great video, I really enjoy when you bring out new tools, please continue. Thank you.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear. Thanks!!

[@timdales8300]

BRILLIANT! Good, sage advice. Thank you.

[@daniel_bohrer]

20:23 "We take ugly rough pieces of lumber, and we turn them into things that they're not supposed to be" - or sometimes, in George Nakashima's way of thinking, we make them into exactly what they were supposed to be 😁

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Ha! I was thinking more like guitars. Trees don’t want to be guitars. We force them into those shapes and functions

[@TomBuskey]

"Just be creative" because there is more than one way to do woodworking

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Agreed!

[@pria7538]

You don’t need to justify your purchase. Your content is amazing. We get to watch you grow. And as you grow and your tools change and become more professional, hopefully we will too! Enjoy your reward for your hard work!

[@nealsterling8151]

This was super motivating! Keep on making great Videos and no need to apologize. Stay safe!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear!

[@davecoleuk]

No, no, no I loved that you weren't a Festool Fool. I saw the box and shouted "NO!! Not Tamar"

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Sorry to disappoint! But I’m super excited about it!

[@eviebr83]

For the uninitiated, why does Festool get so much hate?

[@benkeachy]

Why? If you can afford it, use the best tools for the job. I use a full complement of them and they work really, really well. Don't let ego get in the way of productivity and an easier life. Also, I hate their pricing structure. 🤷‍♂️

[@etiennemarcoux3108]

@@eviebr83 Festool tools are very expensive and they work well together as a system. People that 1- don’t understand the system and 2 - likely have not used these tools extensively doesn’t recognize the value compared to regular brands.

[@timothyvanderschultzen9640]

@@eviebr83 - Festool is overpriced and overhyped

[@jmwoodcraft7842]

All I’m taking from this is that I need a domino.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hahaha! I’m so excited about it!

[@nataliewoodpecker5717]

Wow congrats !! So awesome to see you grow and get new toys. Very motivated tips and totally invaluable! You rock Tamar !

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!

[@AdamsLeatherWorks]

I don't know a lot about woodworking, but nearly everything I learned was from watching Norm Abram every morning on PBS while I was getting ready for work. He had all these fancy tools to make certain cuts or joints, so my default reaction was "well, guess I can't build that project either...". The more episodes I watched, the more I realized he taught many other techniques to achieve the same results. Thank you for this video. So much great information.

[@multidinero]

You know a person is dedicated to their audience when she puts a 22 minute video to show you to “don’t be mad at me!” I’m not. I’m buying a domino once I finish paying off the new table saw in a few months.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hahaha! I knew It couldn’t just pop up in a random video! There needed to be an explanation 😂

[@luctoulouse]

Great tool to have... But I can't see myself buying one...too expensive.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Not for everyone! I totally get it!

[@ChipEstrada]

They are only $200, put $5 in a jar for a year and you have more than enough. Better yet, if you have a Veteran friend, have him buy it (with your money) that will save you 10%

[@robertbamford8266]

@@ChipEstrada Hmmm. Not sure what “they” you mean. Biscuit (plate) joiner and dowel max come in at about $200. Domino (drool) comes in at about $1,000.

[@luctoulouse]

@@ChipEstrada I am a military from Canada and I will remind you that the Canadian dollars worth 70 cents for a 1 US dollar......... it is a pure racket... Super happy for Tamar and I am a bit jealous of your new tool. Enjoy it. ha ha

[@sola2140]

@@luctoulouse worth almost 2 large here!

[@grahamserle7930]

Tamar, I told you some time ago that you are the teacher. This video is a perfect example of that so well done. I remember my days in woodwork classes at high school and there were no power tools to be found. But you know what, that taught how to improvise with whatever hand tools were available and those skills are invaluable. Now we have access to some amazing power tools that just make things easier and quicker. Time is money in today's world so we have to take advantage of the quickest way to get the job done. Festool are very expensive but make some awesome products, have fun with your new toy. Great video.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it! Thanks!

[@thesawdustfactory]

Hi Tamar, Glad to see you sharing your joy over another time-saving tool, as well as showing that your "too expensive" tool isn't the only show in town. Thanks for taking the time to demonstrate the alternatives. Regards, R

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it! Always more than one way to get it done!

[@peterquailman2460]

It is inevitable. Domino joinery is just one of many innovations that happened through the evolution of wood working. It's not different from any power tool there is. It will serve its purpose, whether it breaks the bank or not. . .err, it will most definitely. But case and point, power tools are invented to aid workers in their craft, and this domino-thingy-majig, is just one of them tools.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

I’m sure lots of people complained when electric saws first came out 😂😂😂

[@peterquailman2460]

@@3x3CustomTamar exactly! 🤣

[@3maisons]

"The quicker and more efficiently I can make my projects, the more videos I can make for you guys." WRONG APPROACH! I could watch a commercial furniture production line making many wonderful products and LEARN NOTHING USEFUL. I stopped watching April Wilkerson and Darbin Orvar because they focus now on their $$$ creations, and less on making the creative process approachable.

[@chrislamoureux5500]

How you gonna tell someone the way they want to do something on their channel is the wrong approach? FOH 🤡🤡

[@Keifsanderson]

@@chrislamoureux5500 He's got a point. So do you, though. Ultimately it is 100% her call, but as channels evolve, as they must, so must their audiences. For better or for worse. I used to watch Wranglerstar 10 years ago. No longer. If you're familiar with his channel, you'll know what I mean. Last time I looked at his subscriber count, he doesn't miss me

[@3maisons]

@@chrislamoureux5500 If Tamar says "FOH", then I am gone. If Lamourpropre says it, it means less than nothing.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

I started this channel as a journey of my woodworking. People seemed to like when I shared what I learned along the way. There is nothing that’s going to change from that. It’s not like all of a sudden I know all because I have this magical tool. To think that is silly. Each project has its own unique challenges and this one tool is not going to solve them all. Ha

[@chrislamoureux5500]

@@3x3CustomTamar I love your stuff and how much you've grown is nuts. If you find ways to be faster and crank out more content cool. With the wide range of things you make and your creative process there's no way your videos will be fluff articles. Your channel is a reflection of you and as a woodworker myself I honestly don't watch your channel to learn (although I do) I watch it for you....that sounds way creepier than I meant for it to lol.

One of the things I love about woodworking and DIY in general (electrical, mechanical, etc) is exactly the tools because I love tools, buttons, and machinery in general. 😊

[@3x3CustomTamar]

You’re not alone there!

[@christopherklosowski8213]

Great video lots of information love your creativity in making jigs, awesome . Keep the videos coming

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@armorguy1108]

You do you. Your videos are amazing and I have learned SO MUCH from you. Please keep up the amazing content no matter what tool you are using.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

I’ll try my best! ☺️

[@sddiymakeitworthit7512]

That’s awesome presentation and really helps so much

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear!

[@ciaoricardo]

I love the content! I've been woodworking for 30+years. I started with basic tools and still use the easiest methods. When you use a Domino in your videos, in my mind, I'm already thinking of other ways to get the same thing done. I do have a biscuit joiner, but i find it makes loose joints, so i have to consider that when using it. Great work!

[@worstuserever]

Tamar, you put so much imagination and intelligence into your videos. You provide us with endless inspiration, exploring alternative methods for a given goal and experimenting to discover what's possible. I'm delighted to see your excitement over a new tool, and yes so what if they're also toys?? That's what life should be about! You've more than proved your worth as a maker. Indulge yourself, you deserve it.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!

[@Sommertest]

I watch your vids so that I can learn. And with this new piece of equipment you have given me another method to complete projects. The information is appreciated.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear

[@NormanFolkie]

I think you have the best and honest youtube maker channel. great job, keep doing that. I love your style. thanks for sharing

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@PhillipShockley]

Excellent video full of wisdom. Thanks.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stanwiggins3423]

Thanks again for not only reminding us about finding optional ways around a missing tool, but also giving us your insight in the how and why you use a particular tool and approach to different woodworking applications. One thing I would point out on using the spline though is the use of a plunge cut on each end and cutting the length so that the spline doesn't show on the end for pieces that would be visible such as in a divider or when edge joining two pieces together where there won't be banding around the outside edges. Always learn from watching your videos, Tamar. Thanks,

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it! Yeah. That would be for a panel you would inset into something 👍

[@tippyjo5850]

Love that you show that having or not having a specific tool is OK and not an excuse not to build something and there is always another way to do things…Tamar thank you for helping us learn new techniques

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So glad you like it! 💪☺️

[@davidharvey5672]

Enjoyed watching cheers. A great round up of alternatives.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it!

[@AngeloBommarito]

Always such great, simple content. What a great teacher

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@SawdustmakerLori]

Excellent video!!! I'm so happy for you getting a new toy and you'll love Festool. Thank you so much for also including alternate methods of doing things in your video's. It's great that you make woodworking accessible to everyone by showing different ways of doing things. Your narration is great and I get a good laugh from your sense of humor. Hope your kids can come to terms with the fact that you have a new "Festool baby" now. Keep up the great work!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hahaha! They are very jealous of all the attention I am giving the new baby… 😂

[@shockjock35]

No need to apologize. You work hard! Go treat yourself. Like you said, it will help you with efficiency of producing more content. It’s cool that you understand not everyone can afford a Festool Domino and providing awesome alternatives videos like this one is amazing. I’m new to Woodworking as a weekend warrior from Dallas,TX. I love your jigs videos. I have a Dewalt 7845 Table Saw similar to your 745. So your Crosscut sled and Straight Edge Jig are freaking amazing. Now that lumber prices are going back down. I can’t wait to start making mine. Thanks again for your videos keep up the great work.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Yes! I have only been using scraps… or at least trying to… ha

[@paulmaryon9088]

Great vid as always Tamar, thanks, how exciting to get a domino, now I have tool envy as well as workshop envy!! Defo on my wish list, thanks again for posting, take care and keep em coming!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Hha glad you like it!

[@Maker_of_Things]

Great video! I do love seeing how you have come up with so many jigs to get around all the different ways to make joints. I also used the same slot cutter before I got a biscuit jointer and I made a simple version of your exact width dado jig shortly after seeing that video. I didn't have T track so just screwed stops to as needed. I can see exactly why you'd get a domino. I do similar with costly tools that save time on paying jobs. Looking forward to seeing it in action!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks! I can’t wait to use it!

[@christopherharrison6724]

Your a professional,I’m a weekend hobbyist I love the process and half the fun is coming up with alternatives.Enjoy your new tool you earned it 😊

[@RexusKing]

Woo can't wait to see what will you build with the domino, your projects are consistently the most unique and creative in all of my woodworking subscriptions!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

That’s so awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@randyowens264]

Congratulations on getting a Domino! After my first big project using mine, I would have found the money and bought one if I had not already owned it. It really save time when it comes to mortising for joinery in my projects. I am sold on the domino. Thank you for your videos. I really enjoy the verity that you provide on various ways to accomplish woodworking projects. Blessings!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@aircommuter]

I have the 700xl and it is a great tool. I use for so many things that my big mortiser can’t do. I use it for shelves, doors, cabinet face frames including installing the face frame. I have used it for making drawers too. I may still use mortise and tenon when I want the joint to show.

[@robertolsen2862]

the alternate ways shows you have experience and You are a real pro by coming up with so many ! You have a great delivery and are full of Ideas . Thank you for all your work !!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

When you don’t have the “right” tools you just have to come up with other ways!

[@bkipad]

Great tips and video, thanks

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it!

[@mrfaw7530]

Thank you very much Tamar for the motivation and congrats for the new tool.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it! Thanks!

[@kevola5739]

Your knowledge overwhelms me. You can speak faster than I can process the info. Not a criticism of you but a observation of my own learning curve. Your enthusiasm is contagious so it all balances out in the end.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Haha

[@ianmorrison2003]

I find more and more that the first place I go to when I need a solution to a problem I am having, is your YT channel. Thanks for the solutions!

[@renerambongga4904]

Very interesting and I love watching your channel! More power Tamar!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to Hear! Thanks!

[@rodpotts2666]

Good for you. I’ll have one too one day. I think the little match fit jig is my favorite.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

It’s a cool little jig!

[@beverleythomas5708]

I think we all buy the tools we need whenever we can afford them, as well as the tools we want once we can justify the cost to ourselves. As a weekend woodworker I cannot justify buying any Festool tools for myself, but I love to watch them being put to use on KZbin! You keep doing what you do with whatever tools you decide to buy, and I'll keep looking out for your videos. No need to justify your purchases. You can't please all the people all the time.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you’ll still watch. Ha

[@jeffburkholder2148]

Love your channel. You do a great job at teaching. I teach photography and fully understand the teaching process. You do it well. You also come up with great content are quite talented. Tools are just things that make life and the ability to do your job easier. I, as a photographer/videographer too have a lot of tools of the industry. In my beginning I made lots of things that did the job and worked. Though, the "paid for" tool just made life easier. The Festool Domino Joiner is just a great tool for one specific thing. And if you need those quickly and regularly it's a huge time saver.

[@randylamb5674]

Thanks for the video, I use the "Mortise Master" jig I bought to make loose tenon joinery. It's reasonably priced and works great for this novice builder. My first project was a night stand with frame and panel construction. The jig was fast easy and accurate! I am envious of your Domino, it's on my wish list, but until then the Mortise Master is amazing.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Looks like a good jig!

[@rodrickshaw1245]

You inspire me to do more woodworking... recently finished my first own workshop build, with insulation n all, inspired by you and other youtube woodworkers... started woodworking early last year, from watching cool vids like these🤙👌👌... keep it up!! Love from Swaziland 🇸🇿

[@3x3CustomTamar]

So awesome to hear!

[@MRrwmac]

Congratulations! I heard what you said but didn’t think you were going to be changing to a production mode on your type KZbin videos. As you said most of us don’t and won’t have a domino so we liked watching you come up with ways we could also do it. Doesn’t mean we won’t continue to watch your great build videos. Bottom line here is that I’m really glad you got one and know you will enjoy using one. Thanks for sharing!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Oh. I definitely won’t be changing to production mode. There is just one small aspect of my projects that’s going to take me a shorter amount of time to do. So my projects will be finished quicker and more efficiently

[@debbiegr1323]

Don’t apologize. You have been making some of the coolest jig videos for a bit. You’ve earned your upgrade! Can’t wait to see the cool stuff you come up with next👍👍.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Excited to put it to good use!

[@darodes]

I love these kinds of videos Tamar!!!

[@andrewalvarado1739]

Congrats on the domino joiner! Thanks for another great video. Best wishes to you and your future endeavors.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!

[@clemente5979]

I'm new to woodworking and love your videos. I'm glad you got your domino,you more than earn it!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks so much!

[@alonzoluna8586]

Congrats on the domino! We all wish we had one too and that’s why some peeps get mad so I wouldn’t worry about it…I have been looking for an affordable yet efficient way for dowel joinery, almost bought the dowelmax, but then ran across a video from Dennis at Hooked on Wood (episode 27), he does a series on China Tools and when I saw his video on a dowel joining system, I was “hooked”…I ordered the kit and was not disappointed. It’s not as fast as the domino, but it’s not much slower…it’s ideal for cabinet making, shelves/dividers and edge joining for glue ups…for about $110 I was able to get a jig that is fast and accurate, makes seamless joints…if I was a pro like yourself I would absolutely buy a domino, but for me this cheap but quality jig was a true bargain and excellent find…keep up the good content!

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic tips, Tamar! 😃 Thanks a lot!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it. Thanks!

[@etiennemarcoux3108]

Tamar, I fully understand your idea to get the domino in an effort to save time of your projects, I am not a pro but I don’t have much time to dedicate in the shop between work and family, time is scarce. I saved and got the domino, absolutely no regrets, it enabled me to saved a lot of time and achieving projects much quicker. You have always showed different ways to make joints in your past videos. Being such an entertaining person, your videos are fun to watch! Keep up the good work!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

That’s so awesome to hear! Yeah, it doesn’t make sense for everybody, but it’s amazing for those of us that need it!

[@WoodShopStop]

Thanks Tamar, you have been such a inspiration.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear!

[@erallen97]

Its awesome that you got a domino. I'm looking forward to seeing how you use it. This is a hobby for me and I may eventually get a biscuit joiner but for now I mistly use the milescraft dowel jig pro.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

I’m excited to put it to good use!

[@anthonyr.3799]

I've seen a few other jigs for this, always appreciate other avenues

[@jameswebb9738]

Well Done, very informative. I bought a biscuit joiner for the new Maple and Walnut counter tops I made.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Nice!

[@melaniezimmer9051]

I absolutely love time saving ideas! Yes TIME IS A FACTOR!

[@clickster1883]

*Easily* one of the best woodworking channels on the interwebs! Keep up the great work, Tamar, and don’t let the haters get to ya’! 🙂

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear! Thanks!

[@jnavag54]

Thanks for your videos, as you say there are many ways to do the things. Important is get fun and get results nice for you.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@carlwebinar1571]

Tamar, I think with the spline edge gluing technique, you might be better served to flip the piece over and rout/cut the groove again from a different side to make sure it is centered. It will give you a 'loose' fit and give you more room for glue on the edge grain. It will require more careful alignment, but in reality, that is what 'loose' tenon joiner is all about.

[@mariah8200]

I’m so excited for you!!! It seems like you’ve wanted this forever!!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

I am super excited. Ha

[@danpate3825]

For the dowel marking pins. Put the piece with the pins in flat on the bench and the piece of be marked on it's edge. Then your bench takes care of the alignment for you. I like your dowel jigs, that's pretty cool.

[@genghisbunny]

Great explanation, thanks!

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Glad you liked it!

[@SithLandlord]

I'm always blown away by the jigs you make. Congrats on the new purchase. There's nothing wrong with buying something to make your life easier.

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Thanks!

[@stanwynne5373]

Your videos really are instructional for new woodworkers like me. Kudos

[@3x3CustomTamar]

Awesome to hear

[@rohitnarayan3966]

Congratulations on your new domino Festool, you look super excited to get one. I am excited to see your new projects. I don’t own any Festool products but do all Festool come with square carrying case?