Beginners Workbench - with Tool Storage

This is my version of the perfect workench for beginners.
Let me know what you think!
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Music by Epidemic Sound (www.epidemicsound.com)

[@thinkingpistol2000]

I don’t want to embarrass you but I have to say something. The world is crazy, and though you are deservedly known for your creativity and maker skills (which I admire), in my house you are much more than that. It is so powerful to see a human being be true to themselves, and smile while they work. I remember when you didn’t talk on your videos. The bravery to become present and show yourself and engage with people across the world is the best thing you’ve ever done. It is possible to be something that you want to be. It is possible to balance your life even when you have to move around to fulfill yourself. It is possible to be kind. It is possible to be energized by your own creativity and work. Thank you Laura! You’re an amazing maker, but you’re a better example of what a life can be than you realize. We love you for sharing yourself.

[@laurakampf]

❤️

[@BobJohnson-xo7hr]

I can relate to your comment. Although Laura is a great teacher, what she shares of herself in these videos is precious. I think she is setting a great example for all of us. Thanks.

[@wanvisapimsuwan7148]

*Perfect size...much lighter than the one I owned previously **MyBest.Tools** Folds up nicely and holds adequate amount of weight for "around the house" projects.*

[@riendetout8812]

I really appreciate that you demonstrated cutting the joins with all types of saws. Workbench turned out great!

[@kazoosc]

I love how you went on to demonstrate after saying . . _and you can cut a lap joint with any kind of saw_

[@merlingallagher4484]

You can even make a lap joint without saws. Just glue/screw two beams together

[@TheWoodWerker]

Kazoos.....Yeah I was thinking the same thing! For the people just starting out, they see that and it gives them HOPE. Glad Big L..(Laura) has not forgotten what it was like when she first started out! Have A Super Week!.....Gus

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

She turned out as a saw-hoarder, ain't she? 😂

[@jacquesdespadas]

Easily the best part of an excellent build. I don't think it would occur to most content makers to think about it that thoroughly. 👍👍

[@evanharriman5352]

I love how accessible you made this with all the different tools. The bench looks great, with plenty of really tight joins, but it definitely takes function over form, making it easier for beginners like me to be inspired to build a bench for my tiny apartment!

[@steering7343]

Toll fotografierte Videos, keine nervige sondern gute Musik, wenig Gesabbel sondern fundierte Ansagen. Du zeigst knackige Lösungen und hast echt klasse Ideen. Danke für deine Bereitschaft das alles mit uns zu teilen.

[@blairdouglas1749]

Thank you for showing the circular saw sled/jig you made. I know your IG stories explained about it but not all new builders know that a circular saw can be adjusted. Learning is part of the process and I always enjoy when you show how you learned something new. It makes your videos really authentic and that much more enjoyable.

[@Ricardo-vv8sy]

I watch your videos since you were 20k followers. And I still think this is a 1+ million follower channel THE-SMOOTHEST-HOW-TO-CHANNEL You rock

[@brandonchamp6322]

I love that your design is always elegant without being overly complex

[@DumitruUrsu]

Nice bench! Btw, if it's that cold in the shop, the white PVA glue will not cure, and instead of turning transparent, it will turn chalky, and stay white. You might wanna use polyurethane glue (the foamy type) - that one cures with humudity instead of heat, and it will work in freezing temperatures.

[@dandearman2871]

The bench came out really nice and the storage area in the top is a great idea. Your shop has some really cool stuff.

[@FigmentsMade]

I love that you showed making lap joints with so many different tools! It's so much better to see people actually showing the options. And the storage is a great idea. Lovely video!

[@kerchuansoong]

Laura, the workbench speaks so much “hope.” I have been putting off projects due the limited space and tool issues, but you just showed me how to get past those problems if making things really matter, and they do. Thank you so much, and I will attempt to build one for my tiny studio!

[@BrothersMake]

Massive props to you for working in a freezing shop! Hopefully that new heated seat is coming in handy. Project looked great! 🤙🏽

[@kevola5739]

I have to commend you on your ability to communicate the required information to your viewers. What overwhelms me is your ability to reach the souls of creative people with encouragement & sheer joy. I feel the spirit of Christmas in your videos year round. I hope you receive the love you send. Please hug your dog for me. And again. Well, maybe once more!

[@turi420]

Laura, you were the first maker Ive seen and the fact that youre a woman AND german, makes even more interesting. I just wanna say that you have a special place in my heart and that you planted a seed in my life. Thank you. I love you. Cheers from Brazil.

[@Zthreve]

I like the direction you are going. You do a great job of explaining and teaching for how a beginner can get started without talking down to people.

[@Super-jf9qv]

Still love your videos , just on the fact that are still inspiring no matter how many times I watch them. Keep doing what you do, the world needs people like you; and Udo. Thank you. 🇨🇦👍

[@davedonedis]

Love it! Showing the different ways to cut the lap joints rocked! So many vids for “beginners “ projects only show the full functioning workshop way of building projects.

[@hansschmidt1961]

Laura, this is an excellent beginner's workbench that is also very pleasing to look at with its clean lines. It is also one to which future additions could be made as funds and skills permit. The only changes that I might suggest would be to screw the front plywood top on instead of nailing so that it could be more easily replaced in the future if needed. One might also consider a small chain or rope to limit the folding top from rotating too far back such that it pulls on the hinge screws. Well done!

[@TheMowerMan82]

Amen to that ! Currently moving into my workshop that I just finished building myself..... lovely feeling to have dedicated ORGANIZED space to work in !

[@pgoessnitzer]

Super nice Laura! I will build one of these with my daughter, for micro-shop :) Thanks for the video, Pete

[@JeghedderThomas]

Quadratisch. praktisch, gut... I mean, well done, well demonstrated. Thumbs up as usual!

[@RetroPlasticAddic085]

Thank you for explaining & literally showing how each saw can be utilized no matter! Adapt & over come! Nice!

[@DIYPD]

Nice bench Laura! I like very much the top storage. Reminds me the old school 🏫 desks! 😁

[@bati2170]

Hallo Laura, wieder mal ein tolles Projekt von dir. Wir verfolgen dich schon eine ganze Zeit. Wir sind begeistert von deiner Werkstatt und deinem Projekten die du so souverän ab handelst. Auch deine Videos am Sonntag bei Sendung mit der Maus finden wir fantastisch. Unsere Kinder sind hellauf begeistert. Mach weiter so viele Grüße aus Süddeutschland Biberach an der Riß ein schönes Weihnachtsfest und einen guten Rutsch ins neue Jahr

[@AdamFaeth]

That looks like a very useful bench. I like the storage space you built into it.

[@thegunguymartin]

Well done Laura !!! Love the way you incorporated the "jig" into the montage of you can use any saw to cut a lap joint !!!! Very well done !!!

[@harroheinen1261]

Nice! Exactly what I wanted - after having watched your video ;-) My laundry room workshop needs that pretty badly. It is time to get rid of the old&shaky kitchen table. LG aus Mainz, Harro.

[@Baschroe]

Das ist doch klasse geworden! Meine erste werkbank waren zwei 0815 holzböcke und ne osb platte 🤣 So eine tolle hätte ich mir auch gewünscht. Weniger ist mehr. Lern ich auch grad.

[@Katimorton]

Hey!! I'm just getting into your channel... LOVE IT :) you're soooo talented. I'm probably going to watch 100 of these over my Christmas break.

[@rosswaring2835]

You’re so awesome Laura! Love your videos, style and craft!

[@prestondaniels8451]

I love all of videos Laura but my favorites are the one like this that you narrate.

[@clydedecker765]

Don't stop now. Stay home for a while. Love seeing your videos. How many ways can you ...????😄😎

[@S1P1G3]

Perfect! I can’t wait to build one with my son. Thank you

[@lmzanlucki]

By 40 seconds of your talk I subscribed to the channel, such a nice vibe. I've seen other people talking about you and your work but this is the first time I watched you here. ( I paused this comment and saw 3 more videos!) The mood in your videos is so nice and you have such brilliant ideas, thanks a lot for sharing your skills! I think I'm already a fan!!

[@carltonlee78]

Thanks for this one. I'm just now getting some decent tools and need something to get me started. This has given me some new ideas. Especially, the hinged storage on top. This eliminates drawers initially-- which means a faster build! Thanks again!

[@johnkelley9877]

What a neat and useful bench! I love the design and showing the different methods of making lap joints is very helpful. Thanks for sharing this tutorial.

[@RalfBuhlrich]

Sehr geil .... das wirklich schöne ist du hast zwischendurch alle möglichen Varianten dort Erstellung von einfachen Überplattungen gezeigt, und was wirklich top ist, ... ohne Selbstdarstellungstrieb, wie so andere Bekannte .... Meise und so ...

[@MichaelAlm]

This is great Laura. The work tables in my shop are basically scaled up versions of this design, and they are super sturdy! I really like that you thought about designing the table, so it's easy to clam things to it. That's really important and often overlooked.

[@LawtonDigital]

This is a great project! I'd like to see you do it again but this time with a minimal number of low-cost tools for the benefit of beginners.

[@Pappy_R]

Simple and sturdy. Great job Laura, and thanks for another great video!

[@dennisvandijk6840]

Only found your channel recently and really love the creativity, humour and fun stuff you are building.

[@erinprovancha4293]

Nice bench, I just built legs (with 2 shelves) for a pair of floating night stands on my coffee table in the living room. I will have to keep this idea in mind.

[@kwestak]

Thank you Laura for your videos - your channel is giving me a huge inspiration and since I've set up my workshop earlier this year, I am moving forward every day. Continue doing this! And don't get cold. Merry Christmas!

[@jimsvideos7201]

I adore the simplicity and the effectiveness!

[@malcolmreynolds7122]

Thanks for adding the commentary before u got started. Love the videos.

[@lighthouseministry8914]

thank you for showing how to do the lap joint with, really, any saw. you simply make it look so beautiful and easy. very inspiring

[@johnharshberger6456]

Ich wünsche Ihnen und Ihnen ein frohes Weihnachtsfest und das glücklichste neue Jahr

[@michelevitarelli]

Music is always on point! Great project and video. Thanks for sharing.

[@gkkent]

I love it! Can’t wait to show my daughter!!

[@PaulinaPaulino]

I am loving your demonstration of lap joints with all different saws. I also love that you refer to them as "snuggly". :)

[@SuperMarge123]

Excellent it has the fit and finish of an Audi I love it. Thank you very much . Regards Gareth Wiltshire UK.

[@whazee]

I've saved this for the time I get space for a workshop. 😊 looks like it can be easily modified to suit different needs too. 👍

[@skewedmaker]

Nice design, very functional. Thanks for demonstrating the variety of saws you can use to cut the joints.

[@bobthomas4514]

I am planning on building a couple of work tables for use in my house, Thanks for reminding me about lap joints and that hinged top is perfect

[@GeekMustHave]

Thank you for this video, this will be the inspiration for my makers bench which will have a Laser Engraver, 3D Printer and very small CNC machine. You spoke to me when you said "any saw" can do this. Keep broadcasting!!

[@Sascha_LB]

Wirklich ein tolles Projekt. Ich hatte für meine Tochter so eine 60€ Billig Mini Werkbank gekauft... was nen Schrott. Deine Idee werde ich aufgreifen, besonders das Fach ist super. Noch ein paar Schubladen und dann hat Töchterchen nen super Platz in Papas Werkstatt. Cool, dass du offensichtlich von Klemmsia unterstützt wirst. Gratuliere. Besonders die Zwingen mit 20 cm Ausladung sind soooo hilfreich, hab ich erst seit kurzem und bin total begeistert. Danke fürs Zeigen. Gruß Sascha

[@EricMitjans]

I'm amazed by the quality of your work and how awesome your space is! I just got my first workshop in Berlin, shared, small, many people, but still a workshop! Yours is the dream though! And this 36v akkuschrauber! Wop wop!!

[@TheSteveAS]

Great idea to create a flexible furniture piece Laura. I particularly like the hinged top - forces you to clean up and put your tools away! To increase the “nice” factor, how about dowels to cover the screw heads? Does it get a finish for durability and aesthetics? Of course, polyurethane may not set up in sub-zero conditions! Next project - shop stove!!

[@jerrystark6766]

A very practical and strong design for an apartment workbench/table. Well done!

[@vwbeetle5578]

Bravo!! Perfect, just what I'm looking for! Thank you laura!!!! Seasons greetings all the way from central Africa, Zambia! Love your content and the way you produce

[@Nomadboatbuilding]

Great idea Laura. I like the use of the lap joint. For someone just getting started, learning to create the lap joint is easily the best first step toward developing a greater repertoire of joinery techniques.

[@aradenatorixveckhomaveclus2276]

Very good example of how to make an unexpensive beginner's workbench that doesn't take up much space, the use of clamps instead of the traditional vises common to other workbenches are a good idea too. I loved the detail of the joints, I loved watching you make them. However, I think a beginner will hardly have the powerful and versatile tools you have, such as the nail gun, circular saw or miter saw. I think all the cuts could be made where you buy the wood or at a place like Home Depot and the assembly with glue and clamps can be made without problems.

[@chillyspoon]

One of these videos where I don't need the item (I made a nice bench a few years ago!) but I end up watching the whole video because it's so nicely produced :D The way you have the legs flush with the top apron and bench top for panel clamping is the stand out feature for me. Very nice indeed with simple construction processes - super.

[@grimace1965]

Thanks Laura. Awsome bench love the old school top storage. Reminds me of my old school desk.

[@jeremys.8607]

Nice idea! I just starting organizing my new shop, so that's a good beginning !

[@69virgin1966]

Very good bench Laura. I had one a lot like this one when I first got started. My grandfather helped me build it. We used butt joints instead of half lap . Thanks for sharing and God bless

[@MoscaWoodworking]

nice simple bench, Laura!!

[@ScrapWolf]

Again, very cool video! And for everyone who wants to make something this workbench is a great first project.

[@ensen89]

I'm not going to build this bench, but now I'm thinking of building a workbench, that could be a nice piece of furniture at the same time for my apartment. Thanks for the inspiration. Und im Allgemeinen mal Danke für die Videos. :D

[@molegrip3860]

Another great Video - thanks for sharing, Laura :)

[@markbryan9989]

Nice! Easily customized. I think even and advanced woodworker could make use of this for smaller hand tool projects. Stay warm!

[@Woodden]

Very nice workbench. It's nice to see ideas for small work spaces and for beginners. Love you videos keep them coming

[@bluejayjason4576]

This looks awesome. I have been looking for a good workbench for a while now, but most of them aren't as sturdy and nice-looking, and definitely don't have a place to put your tools for a 'normal' amount of money. But to take it upon myself to build one was a daunting task, until this video. Thank you!

[@CJWarlock]

Cool! Interesting build. And I liked how you smiled during the narration moments - it really adds a nice, warm, personal touch to the video and to the build. :) Cheers!

[@alberttetley]

really enjoy your videos and concepts

[@josepherwin8709]

Very cool video, this week...like always. This is a great beginner project. I generally guide beginners to build tool boxes, but after this (considering your stated prerequisites) I’m sure I’ll go with the work bench idea. I’ve helped people get started in the past by thinking of tool storage/mobility. But I always had the garage/back yard idea in mind. I’ve rarely lived in an apartment, so it didn’t really register with me as a barrier to entry. I like seeing from another perspective. Thanks!

[@JENNISWISS]

clevere lösung fürs wohnzimmer, kinderzimmer oder für im allzweckzimmer. cool du bist jetzt ON AIR❤️ dachte du nimmst ihn nach unseren dreharbeiten wieder weg. liebe grüsse aus dem schoggi-land 😊

[@tomrichardson3107]

Nicely done! Great design, very sturdy and compact. Look neat too!

[@springwoodcottage4248]

Lovely, practical & good on the eyes. I built a less pretty version so that I can assemble circuit boards right next to my wood burner!

[@octahedron646]

More beginners stuff and tips please ! Nice video, Thanks

[@WorksbySolo]

So cool! So simple, and very solid by using lap joints. Great video!

[@glenngoodale1709]

Thanks for all your videos. Merry Christmas

[@cade2939]

Hey Laura, danke für die super coole Inspiration. Das mit dem Stauraum klau ich einfach direkt. Besten Gruß aus der direkten Nachbarschaft !

[@torstenb5248]

As always great work Laura.

[@SawDustMakerRJM]

Nice, simple and well made!!! Great project Laura

[@kikdtd]

langer! genau so brauch ichs.... du bist der Clamp Champ! beste idee. glaub die die bau ich nach!

[@MadeByMarylou]

I love it Laura!!

[@ketanshah6613]

Thanks for this laura. I'm a beginner and really needed this :)

[@dharris1024]

I Love Your construction methods!

Amazing work Laura!

[@anthonylau3065]

Wonderful to watch this piece of inspiration.

[@JockMcBile]

Very cool. Thank you again, for another cool project.

[@BarefootBushcraft]

Amazing! I've just recently found your channel and I'm hooked! You make some really awesome stuff :) I love all the ingenious ideas you come up with. Happy new years Laura! I hope this year is great for you and all your loved ones :)

[@FredMcIntyre]

Nicely done Laura! 👍🏻👊🏻

[@marcinsykut497]

Nice and simple . Love your video as always.

[@IronGordon]

I've been looking for some new work bench ideas...sure enough Laura to the rescue!

[@janverzee9423]

Nice and easy! Look like a good project to do with my son....

[@huelsmart]

Vielen Dank für die coole Idee und das Video ! 💚