Apothecary Chest Artist's Cabinet made from Worktop Offcuts.

My art supplies needed a new home, so I've built an apothecary chest-inspired artist's cabinet out of oak worktop offcuts.
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[@funkypunkypine]

No talking, (mostly) no music, just a man doing his amazing craft. Absolute perfection.

[@tomahoks]

Yaaaas, I thought he was a fellow Finn.

[@sandienochs6132]

I am absolutely astounded at the skill you have obtained. They say “No man is the master of his craft in a day”. It’s obvious you’ve got a lot of days behind you. Thanks from Portugal.

[@conligdas5070]

nothing less than another amazing piece of furniture.

[@denisemorrison7616]

You never cease to amaze me. I have to say you have the patience of an angel. I remember watching you make 100 little drawers, my heart bled for you. Now this, it was like watching you put a puzzle together. How I wish I could take a tour of your home just to see all the furniture pieces you have made and where they took pride of place in your home. 😲👍

[@moseth7606]

Perfect morning television 😁👍this video hasn't even started yet but I'm sure "awesome job" is in order 😀 👏

[@moseth7606]

Amazing!

[@annnoyez]

Wauw, just what I need to put away all my watercolor stuff...

[@CanineWild]

Your artistry always astounds me- that attention to detail, the precision, the clever ways you do things, just wow. This is gorgeous. If I had a little cabinet like this for my art supplies it would be the pride of my entire set-up. Love that you choose to do stuff with so many fiddly bits and details. I guess it's an assumption, but as someone who loves to get lost in the tiny details when I draw or do any art really, it's nice to see someone else who loves that sort of thing too!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@PatrickJaeger]

The attention to detail is amazing, and how he always uses reclaimed wood lets you know there's always a gem within the rough.

[@cam7724]

I enjoy watching your vids. I never have time to be in my shop everytime I watch your stuff I question my priorities. Your work is bloody amazing!

[@thesehandsart]

1 drawer front (w/handles) 4 butcher block scraps ~100 recycled nails 1000 hours of work and one AMAZING chest that I could only dream of having for my art supplies🤓😍🤓

[@fishisyum]

This may be a weird thing to say but I can smell these vids. I'll explain, my grandfather had a shop and made wooden ornaments for all the grandkids. He also made time to do projects with us. The smell of sawdust and wood glue is super nostalgic, and the sounds of the bandsaw and table saw etc too. So watching these reminds me of the garage that was his shop and I can remember that smell. Not sure why but I wanted to share. Keep making and keep making these vids! They are awesome!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@williamdefries4460]

From a Captain in the FL. Key, Who happens to live on his sailboat. When I made the transition to the sailboat I went down into my new basement and it was a little damp for my wood shop... and unworkable without SCUBA Gear. LOL... So I had to sell all my tools and equipment to make the transition. Now I build vicariously through you... Thanks for sharing all the wonderful videos and project ideas.

[@yateleyhypnotherapy2111]

Oh my goodness. I’m just breathless. That’s a paintbrush box and a pencil box and a jewelry box and a screw box and a teabag and spice box and a doojiggy-that-you-know-must-be-important box. Do you know, if you lived near and you weren’t expensive I would have a house with floor to ceiling cupboards, little quaint ladders and bookshelves all over. And small secret. You’d have to build them in front of each other as I have too many books. But my, I’ll bet it would be beautiful…..

[@sylviapesek5193]

Oh, I want to give this comment a thousand thumbs up. Somehow, I'm just sure we must be related! 😉 Especially the part about too many books ... wouldn't it be lovely to have bookcases stacked in front of one another on nearly frictionless gliding rails so they could be accessed by the merest touch of a secret panel? A girl can dream!

[@PatrickMcNealMakesThings]

I just wanted you to know I recently stumbled across your channel, and I have been mesmerized by your videos. I am fairly new to woodworking, having started building up my garage workshop with the purchase of a used table saw three years ago. A great deal of what I know I learned from KZbin, but watching your builds has opened my eyes to different ways of thinking and doing things. For example, seeing you clamp panel glue-ups with two straightedges and a few wedges, and not $1,500.00 worth of clamps, just blew my mind. I feel like I am learning so much! I know I will likely never hand cut dovetails or use hammer-driven nails (I don't have that much time to devote to my hobby at this stage), I really enjoy watching your builds. Your editing and presentation, even without narration, keeps me glued to the screen. Thank you for creating and posting these videos.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much for the comments, Patrick ☺

[@AJB2K3]

There are KZbinrs that the moment their vids appear are going to be awesome, and then there is Epic Upcycling who's videos and creations are EPIC!

[@sylhayes8152]

I like the normal speed. It’s a pleasure to watch.

[@PJJ196]

Get the biggest smile on my face when you post a video brother

[@kathybrandt6060]

You have outdone yourself with this cabinet. The piece is not overdecorated but it’s still beautiful. If I’m having a stressful day I’ll watch one of your videos. And the stress that was bothering me just fades away. Kathy

[@aanyagrg789]

If you think he has outdone himself then just wait and watch for his next project. He is simply an amazing artist.

[@kathybrandt6060]

I know his work is beautiful and timeless. But it’s been a month since he built one I’m starting to get the shakes. I can’t wait for the next one.

[@michaelbaykara2322]

Special episode, the jointer has entered the buillding lol, Seriously this great video shows to prove- its not the material, its the maker.

[@spittalmusic]

Oh. My. Goodness. It’s been said before in these comments but you absolutely have the patience of a saint. Attention to detail! Awe inspiring stuff. Great work.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@gaz740]

Another stunningly impressive build Jason. Everytime I think you've just built the best thing, you surpass it with the next one! Absolutely fantastic mate. Well done

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Gaz :)

[@kitchentroll5868]

You always surprise me. The only time I recall seeing more intricate joinery work was 50 years ago when my grandfather made a nesting box for purple martins that was a scale replica of the White House. It took him the better part of a year and, when finished, was a six man job + cherry-picker truck on loan from the power company working as a crane to get into position. Yours looks a good deal more manageable. Still, it impresses me that much of your work will go unseen behind the drawers. That's true carpentry that is. 👍

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@deuxchows]

Man, I wish I could have seen that White House for purple martins. Sounds amazing.

[@jeffs5093]

I watch and like all your videos but have never commented. I have to say your joinery skills are top notch. The projects you are able to build out of "nothing" are impressive. thank you and keep posting and we will keep watching and liking

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Jeff ☺

[@thefrisianviking28]

It's that time again! Time to relax. Make some coffee. Install myself in the couch. And watch art being made. Hope you're doing well! Kind regards.

[@traceyrice]

What an absolute delight it is to be able to watch you construct something. Amazing job, Jason! 💜

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Tracey ☺

[@woodandwandco]

While the milling processes can often seem redundant in most woodworking videos, your milling process, due in part to the way in which you source materials for your projects, and in part to the particular challenges that come along with those materials, is always fascinating, particularly to watch you solve what is essentially a unique puzzle from start to finish! Thank you for continuing to show your full process! It is a wonderful learning experience every time.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@andrewhesling7875]

I agree with PunkyPine (what a name, brilliant!) It's to have explanations why people do things the way they do, however, sometimes all you want to do is watch, no music, no talking.

[@pjhalchemy]

Off the chart joinery, Jason!! Loved the 2 tone drawer fronts with stunning grain and pulls. More amazing is how much you got into it, and high praise for 3 air brushes ;-). Another magic addition to your beautiful shop where Magic New Life Happens to old wood. Masterful!! Thanks Much for another treaties on how to do it right! ~PJ

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks PJ. Look out for a project using an airbrush one day :)

[@IrishMorgenstern]

Thank you for not only making amazing things but always wearing protective gear when working. It's really encouraging considering I know men in my family have certain health problems because of the stuff they breathed in while working or got in their eyes.

[@Asri_]

Yes! The attention to safety makes me happy.

[@martinlouden9005]

Yet another absolute belter Jason. I could watch your videos all day!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Martin :)

[@insanityisorange8659]

Pretty much had the worst week..then this! Thankyou Jason

[@mdunn4555]

As i watch your videos I am in awe over the sheer labor that it takes to create fine wood furniture. Then there is the mathematic and precision you must have in order to put it all together. You make you lovely art from what you call case off, junk, or recycled wood but these creations are still heirloom furniture that should be past down from one generation to the next. I truely marvel at your skills.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@chrisdavis1722]

Hand-carved dovetail joints, angled drawer fronts, precision drawer fit-it’s a masterpiece as usual. Thanks for sharing your artistry with us. It’s always fun to watch. 👍

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Chris :)

[@Kaninchenbau]

Like watching someone put together a Lego build... after making the Legos from scratch Absolutely stunning work, I wish I had one of those myself 😂

[@53Peterbilt]

Phenomenal outcome!! Oh, and Yes, the airbrushes must go in first! Good Call! 😎👍

[@samanthadean1083]

Watching you craft, is like watching magic being made!!! ❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@luigimariani1650]

Jason. The more I watch your videos, the more fascinated I am. Wooden boards that I don't know how to use, you make them into wonderful objects. Impossible not to follow your videos.💯👍

[@JOhn-qz2vi]

You keep managing to pull the rabbit out of the hat, amazing.

[@bobpetti4841]

How to take a bunch of cast off leftovers and create a piece of real heirloom furniture. Wow. I hope you can hear me clapping my hands from New York. Well done - goodness I wish I had just a portion of your imagination and creativity - to say nothing of your persistence and patience.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Bob :)

[@laroseauxboisrosewoodwoodw8585]

I’m blown away my friend 😱👍🏼👏 I have 30 years in the craft and your ways of doing things by recycling snd even taking cereal boxes for your drawers is extraordinary 👏🎉 You’ve comme a long way since i started falowing you thx for sharing 🇨🇦

[@skyppdorsey]

I just consider you a great inspiration!! My Grandfather never called a plumber, electrician or any handyman!! He'd buy the tubes to repair the TV!! I'm pretty handy, but your patience and creativeness are on another level!! Will continue to watch and learn!!!!

[@panionios1958]

You are the poet of wood.

[@Ed.Underscore.Underscore]

Wonderfully done. Masterfully inspiring. The 10’s of thousands of hours spent in your craft shows. People call this “talent” dismissing the above fact, when in reality, this is born from busting your knuckles and screwing up so bad you can’t help but just sit and laugh at yourself wondering: “How in the hell did I manage that?”

[@EpicUpCycling]

Very true words, Ed ☺

[@cathybenson5119]

Mate, you are a true artist with wood. 👏👏👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Cathy ☺

[@perryingto]

Truly sir you are a very talented craftsman, those beveled cuts on the drawer fronts excellent 🪚

[@Kevin-gx8lc]

Simply superb! Very well done Sir! Much Respect! Greetings from Southport.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Kevin ☺

[@DEATH2B0TS]

I would love to see a grandfather clock made from reclaimed wood

[@michellerobinson1318]

I ❤ all your pieces, but the Apothecary pieces are my favorite.

[@Easy_Going__]

Another masterpiece! I always think….where would I even begin a project like that?!

[@paintstorm1]

Any artist would love to have that for supplies. Really beautiful piece.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@drunkdunc8738]

Cutting the angle to finish the drawer fronts was super satisfying, great result Jason, cheers🍻

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Dunc :)

[@alexisshoemaker66]

I am always amazed at the end results! I liken you to a sculptor, when they look at a price of stone and say, “it’s in there. You just have to bring it out”.

[@ivanwalker3391]

👍👍

[@Sparrowhawk1962]

Being an artist i think this is my favourite of all the things you've made, it would be so useful in my studio. Incredibly intricately made and absolutely stunning.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@barrygaudet4386]

Amazing. I always look forward to seeing your next project. Keep up the good work.

[@jnol9009]

Another absolute awesome piece. I wish i had just a quarter of you talent. Well done and take care.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@Speeddemon3]

I've never been disappointed by your channel Jason! Another amazing build by a true craftsman!!!!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much ☺

[@willemvanarkel]

The magician has been at it again! Love watching your vids (several times too). You never cease to amaze me.

[@sureshot311]

Jaw dropping results. I love the angles.

[@fcschoenthal]

Great video on effectively using wood that others would pass by. In this day of dominoes and brad nailers, I don't know of anyone that uses the lost art of good old nails anymore. Very nice cabinet that I'm sure will be appreciated for many years to come. - Chris

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Chris ☺

[@NotJustSawdust]

Started a busy day with this video.. Thanks! Another splendidly executed project!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@lynnew5619]

I’ve loved just about everything I’ve seen you make, but those cabinets with little drawers are my fave. Amazing patience. I’m a quilter so I know what it takes. I wish I had someone I could put in a workshop and have them make loads of these.

[@TheParkAttendant]

Hand crafted dove tails! How I ache to have such skill and masterful wood working skills! Thank you for another masterful job well done!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks ☺

[@brendaowens2466]

That’s just marvelous. Any artist would be jealous of you.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@haywoodf]

Mega impressive build. Kudos & thanks for sharing!

[@tricosteryl]

You are showing a path to a better use of ressources :) This piece is one of my favourites !

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@Joe1935429]

Again, the artist and the engineer meet on your workbench. Beautiful!

[@tardismole]

Beautiful. And it almost matches the chest in the background.

[@BAMozzy69]

You must have the most organised home with a drawer/cupboard for everything... Also looks amazing too...

[@erikleorga]

Impressive use for such leftovers. Where I work I'm always saving the tail end cuts off butcher block because I can. Don't know what to use them for, but I can't bear to throw them away.

[@raymondjones304]

Your videos are always some of the most satisfying and enjoyable videos on KZbin

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Raymond :)

[@MegaSickcat]

Got to wonder what the inside of his house looks like! I like all those little drawers for his stuff..Being that I have OCD, everything has a place and a place for everything, I enjoyed this video A LOT.What a super talented guy!!!

[@davidadaur5163]

Dear Epic: I think this is one of the best cabinets that you have made. Your design is superb and well thought out. You did not exceed the capacity of your table saw to trim the drawer fronts, I am impressed, In fact I think that I will watch this video again. I just love small cabinets with lots of drawers. Years ago I made a 52 drawer cabinet, 4' wide and six feet tall. But yours is much more impressive. Thank you for sharing. David Adair

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much, David. Jason

[@shimmerysparkles123]

Love this. I think it's great for needleworkers like myself. All those drawers for bobbins and stitching notions. 👍🏼

[@kersi-sandiego6036]

What a beautiful piece! To me what comes to mind is how this was planned. What materials to use. How best to sequence the tasks. What finishes to use. How best to arrive at the sizes of drawers. Where, deep into oneself to find the skill, patience and perseverance needed to build this. A gem of a video. Thank you Sir.

[@valeriehenschel1590]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 You patience is greater than mine. 😃

[@craigandsnowwadam4511]

I love ❤️ the smell off wood !

[@TheJaniebabe]

It's beautiful, I could use that for my sewing supplies, perfection 👏👏👏

[@AW-pz3qc]

Perfect addition to a sewing room!

[@janking3599]

Stunning absolutely amazing, your skills are priceless. Well worth watching you work.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Jan :)

[@jonathan2585]

Hands down the best craftsman perfectionist or what ever you want to call it on KZbin or social media thank you for another amazing video keep them coming please

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Jonathan :)

[@Regina-ui6nc]

You are such an amazing craftsman. I think it's wonderful how you handcraft all of your own storage. It's so relaxing to watch you work. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Regina :)

[@frattman]

Another great video - thank you! There's something especially gratifying in making something to organize your tools and supplies. I should really make something like this to organize my daughter's art supplies so that they're more accessible and therefore more likely to be used.

[@teacheme]

The work you do on that table saw is just awesome.

[@RobRobertson1000]

Only one word - EPIC! Thank you for the inspiration.

[@thecrazysaint]

Another beaut - always inspired to get back at after watching your vids

[@loisgehman949]

WELL DONE!!! I am in awe of your talent and your skill.

[@JeffStoner]

Beautiful work. Throwing in the front angle increases the difficulty, highlighting the necessity of one super important tool - patience. Awesome job, as always!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Jeff ☺

[@andresilva8444]

One of my favourites so far. I like them simple and classy like that.

[@kegboy12]

You have an extraordinary amount of skill and patience. Lovely project.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Eric :)

[@angelalai1409]

Incredible job!!!🤩

[@grahamalexander7230]

Yet again another piece of artwork in wood, Your work is outstanding my friend

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Graham :)

[@grahamalexander7230]

@@EpicUpCycling Hi Jason, sorry to contact you this way... My daughter has got me into making furniture for her using Pallets (dad = MUG) I now have a reasonable supply of euro pallets etc. Given I have a very good compressor I am looking to explore a nail remover as de-nailing is a royal pain..... Do you use one or any recommendations please!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Hi Graham. I've not used one, but I've seen them used. You still have to take the pallet apart, then you use the gun to shoot the nails out of the boards. The way I usually take Euro pallets apart is to split the blocks of the pallet with a hand axe, then just de-nail with a hammer and crowbar. Never an easy job but I found it the best way to keep the boards intact. I can't remember which videos, but there's a couple of mine where I do this at the beginning

[@grahamalexander7230]

@@EpicUpCycling Cheers Jason.

[@charleswilson9930]

Remarkable! You have got to be the drawer making champion of the world. I love the idea that you had for the drawer faces!🙌

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Charles :)

[@thedieiscast9729]

Love to see your work, thanks for sharing it with us

[@jcsrst]

What a beautiful piece! Intricate and complicated as usual. The time it must take...

[@MrGibbie2210]

What can I say, every time I see your posts come up, I smile to myself and say wow, and that’s just looking at the thumbnail. Amazing skills you have man, awesome job once again.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much, Graham :)

[@robertpacheco4244]

I have no words other than unbelievable absolutely unbelievable

[@julietedesco7804]

Your genius has no bounds! I love this beautiful cabinet. I want one!

[@flatworm00]

You have got to be one of top wood workers around. You are absolutely amazing! Love your video's!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks ☺

[@robertdickson1440]

I have been watching you for quite some time and have always been amazed at what you do with 'scrap' material. I hope that you have taught or that you teach your craft. It would be unfortunate for your knowledge to be lost and not shared. Thank you again for sharing what you can do. Another amazing job!!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Robert :)

[@jeffreyboddou3859]

Yet one more amazing piece, love it. And I showed it to my wife because she paint little arts and crafts and after the movie she kindly showed me the way to my drawing table and workshop 😁😁. Can't wait untill next month for a new art piece. Grts from Belgium.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Jeffrey :)

[@glennreach6930]

Again I am amazed at your work.