Can I Make a Chair from a Pallet?

[@bgflorijn]

Nice! This one feels like 'the old vids' from the NY workshop. Enjoyed it, thank you!

[@garaghnyi_trud]

Да, тоже вспомнил старые ролики из середины и конца десятых годов. 👍

[@atown4428]

The basement shop was the best.

[@jonbroadsword7572]

As someone who works with pallets every day and sees the character and possibilities of the wood it was great to see you turn one into a work of usable art. Great Job.

[@namewithoutdigits]

Your narrated content is enjoyable. Thanks for sharing it.

[@DavidPlass]

+1 came here to say that too!

[@springwoodcottage4248]

So many fabulous tips, left me open mouthed about how so many difficulties that have vexed me now have remedies. Thank you so much for providing these super handy techniques for my work.

[@duaneheadworth6275]

You are the perfect inspiration for the world to discover their own potential. Never change. You are making a difference. Thanks

[@JoshBCamp]

You make it look easy, as always. Love watching you work and the commentary is great.

[@Worldfamoustrucker]

Man you're the best. I also fear the complexity of chair building but you just go at it on a mission. That's the biggest take away we all need, forget the fear and tackle the task. Love your work, love your channel thanks for what you guys do!

[@WarmVoice]

Years ago, I found your channel after watching one of Pask's earliest Scrapwood Challenges. I'm very glad that I did. You make incredible things Jimmy 👍

[@jimmydiresta]

thank you !!

[@peter.stimpel]

a sketch, a palette, and mainly some freestyle woodwork .... absolutely love it!

[@JerryRigEverything]

Freakin sweet. Nice work! Love seeing something unused get a fresh new life.

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you ❤🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@thisalexdude]

Just seen Pasks Table, it's incredible! I absolutely love the Chair you made, this simple and classic design is my favorite. The used and weathered Wood makes it even more awesome!

[@scottcampbell96]

Beautiful chair. Love the nail holes, rust stains, and cracks. I’m probably late, but congrats on 2 million subscribers.

[@CraigHollabaugh]

Both the pallet and the chair will carry quite a load. Thanks JD for all the tips and techniques.

[@jimthesoundman8641]

Your improvisation skills are out of this world.

[@unciclistaenbuenosaires8287]

Oh Jimbo Jimbo, I been watching your channel for years, and if you look for pallets videos there are a whole of universes of them. Even so, you made it at you way and with your personal twist wich makes to watch a pallet video ejoyable an exciting. Cheers to that!

[@JoshWrightWoodworking]

Love how you are able to just free hand everything and made it up as you go, it’s like magic. I try to plan everything and still f**k it up lol. P.S- I also hate doing joinery

[@johnbuerger6579]

That sketch you made in the beginning of the video was amazing. Great video. Thank you.

[@saginawdan]

I'd like to see a book of his sketches. 👍

[@jimmydiresta]

@@saginawdanI show on Patreon sometimes

[@pmdinaz]

Fabulous! It looks great! It reminds me of my school chairs from way back when.

[@SeorkMaxx]

Two of my favorite makers in one vid ❤❤❤ Just today I made a firewoodshed from old wood I had laying around for a friend with little money. He provided food and drink and was very pleased with the results and so was I, I brought just enough wood.

[@WhiteStripesWS6]

Great work as always. Love the very rustic look with the nail holes for sure.

[@Twinhemlocks]

You make it look so easy jimmy!! Looks great!!

[@WoodenCreationz]

Your videos are always packed with so many tips Jimmy! Awesome chair man!

[@johnnyb95678]

Always enjoy watching you build things. What a great conversion from pallet to chair. Thank you!

[@TotalBoat]

Absolutely crushed this build, Jimmy!

[@flinkwieeinwiesel5657]

I have been - and still am - inspired by your strong ability to prototype. Get something done that's there, feeling the material, dimensions... Thank you, Jimmy Diresta!

[@masterofnone]

Another great transformation with so many tips and tricks to learn from Jimmy. Thanks for sharing

[@BMSculptures]

Very nice! I need to find pallets with that kind of wood around these parts

[@Sword-Shield]

A masterpiece from a scrap pallet... OUTSTANDING JOB👍💯✌

[@orhanfm8127]

Mr. Diresta, I have been following you for about 13 years. The big works you do in that small shop in the basement. It wouldn't fit in this big shop. With love from Turkey. ❤

[@playipstreamsolutions5538]

😂😂 me too! I loved the basement videos, I remember the 1st time dewalt sent him tools also when he started using the GoPro

[@pamaker135]

I remember your first show in the basement in Brooklyn with your cousin..been a fan ever since..it's nice to see ..I grew up in The Bay ridge Sunset park area..My aunt used to own and run Slope Check Cashing on 7 th Ave off of 9th St. Anyways, it's always a pleasure to watch you work. You Inspire all the Makers out there. Keep up the great work and Happy Holidays.

[@urbanlumberjack]

That was so cool! A great trick doing the gloss coats before a satin coat. Really enjoyed the video

[@goptools]

Nice chair Jimmy! Perfect for the workshop. Who would think you'd fine such a nice grain pattern in a pallet? Love it.

[@RichardMartin]

I use pallets to make stuff, this is one of the best pallet builds I’ve seen. Top work Jimmy.

[@Squarecycle_]

Pretty awesome chair, I have built one pallet chair as well a few months back, but I decided to paint it instead since I am not as close skilled as you. Love your videos 🙂👍

[@jimrosson6702]

Great video jimmy. Thanks for sharing

[@whhsfordian]

Cool, cool chair! I've always looked at pallets as gems in the rough. I've just never known how to 'polish' them up. You did a great job polishing up that pallet!

[@luisotero2632]

Jimmy. Love that your format is consistently great after all these years!

[@sgsax]

A great classic form. I'm also a fan, I have several like this in my house. Been waiting for this one since you were talking about it on the podcast. Really like how it looks. The nail holes, cracks, and spalting give some nice character. Thanks for sharing!

[@basuraeterna]

I never cease to be amazed by your work. Amazing. Sincere greetings from Argentina

[@garagemonkeysan]

Great film. Gorgeous chair. Mahalo for sharing. ❤

[@captainlandyacht1328]

This build is one of my favorites, quick, cool, could be done in my garage with my tools. Love it.

[@stephengagnon4714]

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Wood Pallet shed I built once was fun. Great chair.

[@sjv6598]

Incredible. Great work Jimmy, that looks amazing.

[@Blueshirt38]

Love it. Looks beautiful.

[@ReenTheBean]

I've made several things from pallets. Crap wood to work with but fun to create with them. If you're fortunate enough to acquire some decent ones made with from some decent pine then you can make some awesome things. I just use a reciprocating saw to take them apart. Your chair is sweet! Even learned a couple things! And remember, you know the owner so you do you and how you want it. 😊

[@kzookid2051]

Great chair. Looks good, comfortable, with no worries about resting a boot on one of the chair rungs or sitting down with a tool in a back pocket. I really appreciate your attitude toward the joinery - instead of fussing with trying to make it look professionally done, just make it work. And, the video has enough detail for us regular folks to give it a go too.

[@062809]

I look forward to your projects. I dig your enthusiasm. Many times if I need a swift kick to start my projects, I’ll tune into your videos. I just feel bad for all the other guys that post pallet projects and aren’t even close to what you made! Cheers.

[@PLaTerra]

Damn Jimmy, you are incredibly talented. I love the way you improvise to achieve what you need. Rather than making jig after jig to accomplish the various cuts, you come up with a quick and efficient way to do it. Damn you are creative! Thanks for the vid

[@vinceianni4026]

Hello Jimmy beautiful Chair beautifully made good job well done

[@Shaka_Vibe]

His ability to just visualize something... and then make it..... Just Un-Matched.... so freakin much talent! Diresta is a Gem!

[@bradgreen7270]

When an artist’s soul gets decades of practical skills development overlayed you get a jimmydiresta.

[@DBELLTREE]

Hey Jimmy! That chair has so much character. Awesome content.

[@juliansuarez3849]

Super cool Jimmy!

[@AndrewParyzek]

Very good work Jimmy, i folow you from your starts and you are stil the same person. Thank you for your work and tips bye and good luck from Czech Republic😉

[@VAXHeadroom]

The vice grip trick is great!! Nice form and great character in the wood.

[@andrewmortimer3317]

Great video! I loved the pacing of the video with the voiceover as I watched the chair come together. My favorite part was how simple you made the tapered legs on the sled.

[@dalusa81]

Great job as always Jimmy! you the man!

[@tommyweeks8289]

Love the chair! I'm a beginner woodworker and would like to build a chair and a rocker, but just a little intimidated with the different angles. Need a good set of easy plans. Great work!

[@Polarzbek]

"I hate doing joinery." Thanks Jimmy, I feel seen! Me too!!! Great build, it looks awesome!!!

[@Dandroid61]

You are so inspirational. Amazing work!

[@thetalkingfly]

Rad Jimmy! I am not really a builder, so your videos are like 90's screen savers in the background in my photo studio - slightly better that a flying toasters! But do really love your material. You inspire me. Cheers, Steve

[@unexpectedjourney9900]

I’ve never been much on joinery either. That’s why I haven’t made any chairs but seeing you build it the way you did. This is great inspiration to make some chairs Thank you for sharing. It turned out awesome🔥🔥🔥

[@saginawdan]

My favorite chair style! Thanks, Jimmy! 😊

[@discostoo]

Diresta - "It actually works". What a tag line mate.

[@Bryant5150]

One of the most beautiful chairs I’ve ever seen. I think I’ll go hunt some pallets and “screw the joinery”!

[@albertapeet]

Cool chair reminds me of the old 50s vintage oak office furniture.

[@danthemakerman]

Great looking chair man, the spalting really popped with finish.

[@reforzar]

Great looking chair!

[@nvz357]

What’s great about watching you work is the fact that you look like you’re having fun….I hope I’m right Jimmy….👍🏼😂

[@jimmydiresta]

@@nvz357 always 🙏🏼❤️

[@reyrodriguez9237]

That came out awesome!!

[@saadutuber4920]

I believe that your style of building things is the main reason for the Diresta phenomenon that people love, only you can get away with it

[@clantonmiller7626]

Favorite saying of yours is “Don’t wait for that perfect time to start a project. Do it now!”

[@savvysymbiont]

Admiring all your free styling techniques. No numbers. (or so it appears) Nice.

[@gordonhenagar6652]

Pretty cool and inspiring!

[@franciscojavierdelgadoarza2540]

En casa uno de tus videos siempre encuentro un consejo para mis proyectos de casa Gracias Jimmy Y exelente trabajo el de la silla y sin gastar dinero Eres el mejor 👍👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@chrisjones-ys5zg]

haa thanks jimmy... thats really cheered me up... no fuss.. bosh.. done. xx much love

[@meme-du8xj]

You did it again Jimmy! 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@Kristian_theDane82]

Hi Jimmy, watching your video, all the way from Denmark 👍😊. You're KZbin videos, are really inspiring 🙂 and inspires me a lot, and makes me want to get into making wood working projects to 😁 Beautiful chair 👍👍

[@paulhume8083]

Inspiring Jimmy, I love it! From the UK.

[@StLaparole]

I've been watching your channel for 14 years now. How time flies man. As I am from Germany, I've not seen your show back then , it was pure algorithmic coincidence. Thanks for all ,you have been a inspiration, although now I think you're a savage and a chicken for not attempting real joinery!

[@jamesmisener3006]

Dowels instead of screws counts as wood joinery. But your chair is fine. Screws do loosen quicker than dowels cause they are so thin in comparison to dowels. They work against the wood with side forces. I really enjoy your channel and all the down to earth projects you got on the go. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@usuchoirs]

SCREW THE JOINERY! That's going to be a sign in my workshop. Thanks for the inspiration! :)

[@shpeftopolis]

No One's Gonna Know... I think I snorted at that one. Nice callback Jimmy! lol

[@wagnao2175]

I'm from Brazil and I really admire your work. Congratulations

[@Rikiiiiiii]

Epic Upcycling ! 'Ol good Jimmy's back ! Good work !

[@orhanfm8127]

Mr. Diresta, sizi yaklaşık 13 yıl takip etmekteyim. O bodrum katında küçük dükkan da yaptığınız büyük işler. Bu büyük dükkana sığmaz. Türkiye'den sevgilerimle . ❤

[@MCsCreations]

Stunning chair, Jimmy! Really beautiful work!!! 😃 About the joinery, you can always use dowels. 😉 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@llrustyengines]

A great classic form.

[@hoosierkent1640]

❤❤ Jimmy! TRASH to CASH lives again! As always: Great Build! Loved this Video, always learning from you -Thank You! I had to buy your Neon Signs! What a Great Idea, Beautiful Item(s) & a very Special Opportunity for your Fans! Have a Wonderful Thanxgiving Jimmy!

[@jimmydiresta]

thank you Kent xoxo

[@Pumpkinraiderzcarpentry]

Jimmy, im starting my channel to live up to your legacy as you are my inspiration for every project i do.

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@adelheidsnel5171]

Love it! Classic no-nonsense and chique

[@Kinggink91]

This chair is a beauty!

[@WoodworkingWarrior]

I've always been intimated to try and build a chair. After watching this though, I feel a bit confident. The joinery is also the thing I think about the most.

[@xpndblhero5170]

The little indent in the seat makes it super fancy.... 😂

[@tombrenes2411]

Awesome content Love all the hard work Happy turkey day, blessings to the family. Where’s your brother and nephew?

[@ericpedersen2760]

Beautiful job 💙

[@nickthrane4940]

The craftsman hard at work!

[@albertapeet]

Remember when people used to make stuff from pallets because Pallets were free or practically free.

[@jpalarchio]

Absolutely amazing.

[@johnj5156]

That hammer at 2:09 looks just like my dad’s hammer. Definitely vintage hand me down.

[@sapelesteve]

Now that was a really awesome chair build Jimmy! Maybe next time you could just use dowels for the areas that you want to join. Have a very happy Turkey Day! 👍👍🦃🦃🔨🔨