Building a MODERN Plywood Rocking Chair from One Sheet -

[@joshmillard5718]

As soon as I found out about this challenge, I was looking forward to what you would be coming up with. Nobody on KZbin can do more with a simple sheet of plywood! Doing all this without a CNC is all the more impressive.

[@TakamiWoodshop]

absolutely the same thing I was thinking!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate that! I do love to use plywood!

[@danbarrett6113]

That music is so perfect for this Rockin Video.....Cant get enough of that chair.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Haha, thanks Dan! Had to keep it rockin'!

[@weberwoodshop]

No shock Shaun but your rockin’ Rockler Rocker rocks my socks off, real talk.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

That's what I'm talking about.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Game's over. You win!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Haha, thanks man! Everybody has been making such great stuff, it is just fun to be a part of it.

[@RiaanOliver]

Dude you did a pretty good job yourself 👍

[@ladykenja2700]

- BEAUTIFUL piece. GREAT artistry. VERY creative. Thanx 4 sharing.

[@teikosocial]

I'd been thinking plywood is not good looking, until I found this channel! Great works, very inspiring!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Awesome! It is always fun to make material like plywood look as beautiful as possible. Thanks for watching!

[@ZacJones]

I would love to sit in this chair! Plywood builds are the best, thanks Shaun.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks man! Plywood is so fun to work with.

[@newclearwinter]

Love this! Question though… are glue and dominoes strong enough to support the weight of a seated person over time…?

[@ziggydog24]

Now that is really good. Have some 30mm plywood given to me from a friend in London that's been put to one side for a while but now after seeing yours, well rocking chair here we come. Another great vid, well done. From sunny North East Coast, England. Cheers Peter.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Awesome, glad you will be able to use that plywood! Thanks for watching!

[@mwsculls]

This is definitely the coolest one sheet of plywood project I've seen so far. Great job!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Mike! Really appreciate that!

[@snappythingy]

I just love your video style, from the camera angles, storytelling, music and humor. Thanks for these awesome projects.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Right on, glad you are enjoying them! Thanks for watching!

[@MrJKellerLewis]

It's not even fair for you to enter this contest... for everyone else! I love your work and your channel. Winner!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Haha, thanks John! There have been a lot of amazing projects for this contest.

[@841tl]

I spot a CCS shirt! I was born in SLO and lived around there for 20 years. Miss it. I'm loving your work!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Good eye! I went to Cal Poly, and my girlfriend's family used to own CCS. Glad you are enjoying my stuff, thanks for watching!

[@christopheragarza]

Awesome chair and awesome Hay Merchant shirt! H-Town, baby!

[@michaeljamesreed9054]

Awesome piece of work. Thanks for sharing.

[@productionmastrr]

Shaun, your designs are out of hand! You're massively inspiring, thanks for producing this content!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate that! I'm always happy to hear when I have inspired someone, as I have been inspired by so many people over the years.

[@davidream136]

Excellent craftsmanship Shaun!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, David!

[@thedistractedmaker]

Shaun killin' it as usual! Fantastic.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, man! Appreciate it!

[@Stefan-oc9bo]

I really like this chair and consider to buy the plan for it. Before that just a question, if I print the template pdf with an A4 printer, is that possible so that after printing I can stick the pages together in order to get the proper dimensions back?

[@abstractcreations246]

BOSS WORK!!! Very impressive and without a doubt a work of ART

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate that! Thank you!

[@abstractcreations246]

@@shaunboydmadethis You're most welcome. I really enjoyed watching your video. Keep up the good work 👍💯

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

Looks awesome man!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! Really appreciate it!

[@maynardsmart1802]

I need a new office chair, I like really high backs, I do believe this chair nails it. Thanks so much for the great input. I'll watch the video 100 times more. You have made is seem simple.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Awesome, glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@kevinhenchy2957]

I bought the plans and perhaps I'm technology challenged too. I have two questions: 1. How do I print the templates FULL size? and 2. What's the layout on a 4 x 8 sheet so that one sheet will yield all pieces? Love your manner of presenting, too!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks for buying the plans! There should be an option when printing the PDF versions called "Poster" and that will print the parts on multiple sheets at full size. As for the layout for one sheet, I don't have that in any digital form. When I lay out something like this, I just trace the parts onto the sheet the best I can to maximize what I can get, so parts are kind of all over the place. Hope that helps!

[@seandegroote1915]

Another great one! I am always messing with double sided tape on templates, but I never considered screwing the template down when you’re just going to double up the boards anyway.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Sean! Yeah, that is the best part about doing the laminated plywood pieces, double-sided tape can get pretty annoying.

[@ReinventedWoodWorks]

Hands down...… best one I've seen. Great, great job!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate that! Thanks!

[@r-mac1240]

Dude, such a great build. Gets my vote.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Robbie! Really appreciate it!

[@TheJumpRopeAddict]

This is amazing great job

[@sergeantmaker]

So far the top #Rocklerplywoodchallenge in my opinion. Great job!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks! It has been awesome seeing all the amazing entries so far!

[@dgclegg]

Wow Shaun...what an awesome entry to the challenge! Such a beautiful chair - great work!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it, Dan! Thanks for watching!

[@dlabstudio]

starting at 7:08, what kind of bench dogs are those? they kind of look like vacuum cleaner extensions.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Haha, they are what came with my workbench, which is an Ulmia.

[@MultiTom1956]

Shaun , this is absolutely creative and beautiful 😊thank you enjoyed watching your video as always .

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it, Mahendra! I'm really happy with how it came out!

[@glenralph5123]

That chair is epic. Not a fan of calling things early but that's a winner. No cheesy sign off... points deducted!!!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Haha, dang it!

[@ms22401gal]

Really nice. I like the stability and multiple layers of Baltic Birch but the look? Not so much. I'm a sucker for furniture grade walnut ply. What is that bit you're using at 3:14? I've only seen one other woodworker use it and am curious. Thanks!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Yeah, can't go wrong with walnut veneer ply! I was using a Makita torx driver bit at 3:14. Thanks for watching!

[@ЕвгенийТомишинец]

Отличное кресло. Твои работы вдохновляют. Сделаю такое же. Спасибо за видео!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Спасибо!

[@jeffraccoondk]

Video was fantastisk, the music was to must.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@dibbio81]

Rock'n'roll chair! nice work Shaun

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Right on! Thanks!

[@javabean252]

Have you considered making a zero gravity chair recliner?

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Maybe someday!

[@billmacgregor1041]

Wowsa! Beautiful design skilfully built. I was delighted to see you sell the plans and templates. I'd like to build one for my daughter who is just setting up her first home. Bill in Scotland.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it, Bill! Glad to hear you want to make one, good luck with it!

[@christinecahill2874]

Wow shaun, you knocked or (rocked) it out of the park with this one. I didnt know you could do such a great build with just plywood. And great sense of design on your part. You should be very proud of yourself for this one. I got inspiration for my next build by watching this video. For that i thank you. Keep up the great work. Your coming into your own now with this new format of yours. Congrats bro!!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it! Thanks for watching and I'm glad it gave you some inspiration!

[@RiaanOliver]

There was been some really good builds, but only one GREAT build. Awesome mate I am totally impressed. 👏

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@RiaanOliver]

Shaun Boyd love your channel, your humour is right up my alley. Plus you make awesome furniture.

[@SPUDMACKER]

Absolutely awsome!! First place!!!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Kevin!

[@makeit5272]

Dang dude! This looks amazing and comfy! Well done sir!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! It is actually really comfortable, which made me very happy the first time I sat in it.

[@danielmartinezley]

This rocking chair is bad ass my man. Im a beginner and its a little bit out of my difficulty level but I will want to make it someday. When I have all your badass tools. Thank you for making this video.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks for watching!

[@takemotofour]

Is it comfortable?

[@duhbiker]

Been watching your videos for some time now and I just started commenting on a few of the guys l like to watch. your videos are always awesome and great to watch, I am a full time woodworker and furniture builder and I love what I do, its always nice to see others that are passionate about woodworking as well. each piece you do definitely shows that for sure. thanks again for another sweet video.

[@duhbiker]

my website in case you care at all is www.braxbyswoodwork.com.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Awesome, man! Thanks for checking out my stuff. Just took a look at your website, and you do some really great work! Always cool to hear from people that do similar work, keep it up, man!

[@johndoe1765]

LOVE IT MAN ,KEEP THEM COMING.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@modustrial]

Dude... great build, and great video! The lines of this really take it to the next level...especially the curve through the lumbar support (or is it lumber support :) ).

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, man! I think in this case it is indeed lumber support.

[@HODYODesign]

Beautiful piece, thanks for sharing the detailed process of building it with this two part series! Your channel is very inspiring, and it gets better and better :-)

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it and glad to hear I am getting better!

[@TheDudeAbides-247]

Very nice! If you weren't constrained to 1 sheet of plywood for the challenge, would you consider cutting the base in one piece instead of joining them together from multiple segments? Might save a lot of joining, gluing, and clamping time, and it would have a great look, especially with all the grain lining up. Just spitballing a thought.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks Dan! Yeah, you could definitely do it in one big piece, which would have a nice look. I think beyond the constraints of the challenge, doing it that way would just end up with a lot of waste. Which if you were clever, you could find a use for, but doing it in pieces definitely gives you the most efficient use of material.

[@samueltull5150]

simply beautiful man really beautiful

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate that, thank you!

[@TheJumpRopeAddict]

This reminds me a lot of someone else who does car audio work on KZbin. His creativity and use of router templates are similar only completely different projects

[@BruceAUlrich]

Cool build, Shaun! There you go with those templates again! Ha ha. But that’s why it turned out so great!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Bruce! I would be nothing without my templates!

[@michaelmurray5413]

Another beautiful job.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@singlecatt]

Love that rocker

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks!

[@jeucedahn]

Man this is amazing, what a beautiful piece of art.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it! Thanks!

[@isaacwappes5938]

This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Awesome, thank you!

[@TheWkd111]

Really like this piece, can I suggest maybe a video talking about the thought and design process you go through to create these curves? I would love to re-create this for myself but I am little stumped thinking about the shape of that seat and then the angles of putting it all together. Do you design these out in Sketchup or Fusion first? Even then you need to have great visualization skills.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Wayne! I have definitely been thinking about doing a video(s) on my design process. I don't use Sketchup or Fusion, just paper and pencil, then a full-size drawing on MDF. I touched on that a little bit in my template video from a few days ago, but could definitely go more in-depth about it.

[@Gaatech]

Nice work. Please can you post details on your bobbin sander

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! Yeah, that is a Ridgid Oscillating Spindle/Belt Sander. Great little tool, especially for the price.

[@kevin210384]

Love the Build

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@hugoalvarez8091]

Excelente tu trabajo y gran diseño ,mis más sinceras FELICITACIONES ...Saludos desde Argentina !

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Muchas gracias!

[@RobinCoomans]

Great chair Shaun!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Robin!

[@Brigittevm]

Hola, me encantas lo haces y me das ideas para realizarlas en mi Router CNC. GRACIASSSS

[@SaurabhSharma-mg7ib]

What a fabulous work...superb!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it! Thanks!

[@mattrinne]

Missed closing quote opportunity: "Keep your plywood rockin' and your template bearings rolling." :). Love the feel of your videos!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

I need to start outsourcing my catchphrases! Thanks for watching!

[@DanielDunlap]

Simply awesome, Shaun.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Daniel!

[@colinaskey9777]

A very well made rocking chair,and of good proportions,gets my 5 ☆ rating

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you, really appreciate that!

[@konstantinpanov6539]

Hi Shaun, It’s very exciting to watch all of your amazing projects. All the best wishes to all four eyes Kindest regards

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks!

[@Vet6970]

NICE WORK...🤘

[@Thatguy-sc5fz]

Awesome job

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@clintbartenstein6876]

That came out great! Nice work

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it!

[@randypickleshoe5258]

Nice work bro! I’m watching and learning

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@danielserrano7366]

Great piece! I hats off to you for the punniness of the build and over all theme. Could you share where I can get those clamping blocks(if that's what they are called)? They are seen around the 4:23 min mark of this build.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks Daniel! Glad you enjoyed it. Those are Bridge City Tool Works Miter Stitch Sets. They work great, but unfortunately they don't sell them anymore. Not sure if there is another company out there that sells something similar, but you could also probably make something that would work just as well.

[@danielserrano7366]

Shaun Boyd thanks for reaching out brother! I am going to get on making them asap...keep the vids coming...truly inspiring content.

[@russellcoburn6920]

Awesome rocking chair Shaun!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it! Thanks!

[@mainormarroquin4911]

Really nice chair bro

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you, really appreciate it!

[@MichaelAlm]

Well done! Nicely built and good looking!! 👏👏👏 I heard from Mike Clifford that you'll be at Maker Faire. I hope we get a chance to meet

[@NJPDesigns]

Great build and video! Very nice entry for the challenge. Also, I like your format. Really nice balance of entertainment and instruction/demonstration. 👍👍

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Really appreciate it! And yeah, I will be at Maker Faire on Friday/Saturday, I can't do the whole weekend unfortunately. Looking forward to meeting people!

[@DanGamble]

How big was this "one sheet" of plywood that you used? My brain is having trouble mathing this. Don't get me wrong though. This is an awesome build. Wanna do it myself.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Standard 4x8 sheet of plywood, it just took careful layout of all the pieces. Thanks for watching!

[@Jaayjeee]

Stunning! Great job Shaun

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Jason! Really appreciate it!

[@lifeanywhere]

Love it man. I look forward to your videos every week or so.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Awesome! Really appreciate the support!

[@JungleBredCornFed]

Awesome build! Also +1 to the Haymerchant T-shirt!!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Right on! I love that place. Thanks for watching!

[@arq.claudiocura7030]

Congratulaciones Shaun, good design of leg and seat. Good plywood and final color. I will try to do some similar. Tks.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

[@kdm0425]

What were those little black strips you used for clamping the angles?

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Those are Bridge City Tool Works Miter Stitch Sets. They work great, but unfortunately they don't sell them anymore. I actually recently posted a video about making a homemade version.

[@claterpult]

Awesome chair to rock out in.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Exactly! Thanks!

[@frankgarcia9350]

Awesome work. Ihave really been enjoying your videos and projects

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! Really appreciate it!

[@jens-digitalwoodwork9852]

Hey Shaun, perfect result - plywood is such a great product. Greatings from Germany!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! I agree, plywood is such a great material to work with!

[@gmor46]

Nicely done!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@dwbuck55]

Another great and creative piece Shaun! I have a question - what are those little plastic pieces you use for clamping odd angles?

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! Those are Bridge City Tool Works Miter Stitch Sets. They work great, but unfortunately they don't sell them anymore. Not sure if there is another company out there that sells something similar, but you could also probably make something that would work just as well.

[@WojciechRosolowski]

This is a great build - well done. Would you provide any final dimensions of the chair ? Thanks

[@brandonperez2267]

Question: Can I make the templates with a can of Quaker Oats? I feel the Irish oats can was a strategic choice. Also there was a missed opportunity for a rockin catchphrase.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Yeah, Irish Oats are SBMT proprietary technology. No guarantees on Quaker. And believe me, I badly wanted to throw in a rockin' catchphrase, but I am trying to keep those for the tips videos. Maybe I should have broken that rule.

[@WOODRF]

Beautiful!!!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@abefrohman1759]

Cool project

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@thepalleteer9301]

Dude that was awesome both the video and the project 👏🏻

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Right on! Thanks for watching!

[@tielojongmans3826]

Boy, such a nice and seemingly simple construct, that's so subtle at the same time! Did you work out the angles by math or by eye (I would consider both to be real achievements)? Is the rocking action to your liking or would you use a smaller curvature next time? I definitely hope you win prizes and fame!!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! Almost everything was done by eye on the legs and the seat. The only thing I calculated was the angle on the cross pieces to make sure the legs angled back properly. The rocking action is pretty nice, too. I might try tweaking a few things if I try it again, but for a first shot, I am really happy with how it came out!

[@samcravens2924]

Winner winner!

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Haha, thanks Sam!

[@bg73]

Nice design. If this wasn't a 1 sheet challenge would you make the "rockers" from one piece instead of joining them?

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks Branden! You definitely could make them as one piece. I would probably still do it in multiple pieces as it reduces material waste, and allows the option to use solid wood if I ever wanted to.

[@24781]

Really great design and build. Absolutely love it. Question: If using more than 1 sheet could you make the rockers/legs solid/one piece instead of segmented? Thanks, and you win imo.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you! Really appreciate it! You definitely could make the entire leg portion as one piece if there was no limit on material. I probably still wouldn't just to minimize waste, as the center portion of each rocker couldn't really be used for anything on this piece.

[@dustyhush]

great looking chair and a top video

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!

[@youngswordmaker3379]

I like how you ended the video. Great build.

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Right on! Thanks for watching!

[@mdrobnson3912]

Nice build!! You guys make me so dang jealous with your toys!! LOL Someday, maybe!!! Right now I'm just sticking to things we want for us I've tried selling things before and had zero luck But I just do it for the fun and relaxation it brings me.

[@jaytran6545]

Now that is a cool chair! Very nice design, all from 1 sheet of plywood. How long does it take you to come up with the dimensions for each piece? Do you figure it out on paper or use some kind of software?

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thanks, Jay! I usually spend a few hours figuring out dimensions and proportions. It always starts as a sketch on paper, then I just start drawing full-size on a piece of MDF until it looks right.

[@w.l.h.]

That chair was definitely rockin'. \m/

[@shaunboydmadethis]

Thank you!