Custom DIY Kitchen Cabinets by Total Rookie

[@gailbrault9251]

I could hear the excitement in your voice Jessie! They turned out beautiful ! Congrats to you both on a job well done. Butcher block top is stellar.

[@markfowler2066]

Next time install the upper wall mounted cabinets first before the base, much easier. Blessings from Amazing Grace Farm.

[@alexaxline6093]

Um. Awesome of course. Yet the better thing is hearing the wee one cry. I understand the concern of showing him or her on camera, just glad to hear it from time to time

[@joshknapp1449]

When I was installing cabinets we always did the uppers 1st made it easier to put in without leaning over to hang them..

[@jimgardner8869]

Looks GREAT you should try putting the door stops to the top inside of the cabinets will leave flat bottom for cleaning

[@walterh.schreiber7670]

Looks great. I always put little stools on the counter, put the upper cabinets on them and then mounted those. Perfect height.

[@randyrainwater983]

The cabinets look great. You will probably want to move the door stops from the bottom of the cabinet carcass to the top. That way your bottom shelf is cleaner looking and more functional.

[@dunep6465]

Well Done Jessie!!! For an old guy like me, I find myself being proud of your efforts. Can it all be done better? Sure it can! None of us started out any better I'll bet. My true hope is that you'll continue for the rest of your life to improve and show your young one(s) what you've learned. Passing along skills like these is what youth needs today. Take to heart the help we may offer in our hope to smooth your path. God Bless and have a Wonderful New Year.

[@insidekateskitchen]

Kitchen looks wonderful. Alissa I LOVE your new hair cut.

[@carlwebinar1571]

Beautiful job. All three of you should be so proud.

[@mccmike]

This is amazing and something even a professional woodworker would be proud of. I love how you guys go into details of everything you do. That is what will make your home a showcase. Congratulations on a job very well done.

[@codedesigns9284]

From one designer to another...Amazing job Jesse and Alyssa - we could see the heart you put into every step of the way. Those are way better than anything you could purchase, because they are built with your own hands. Wow, it looks fantastic and you should be very proud! :)

[@markduncan6690]

Your right on the money Jesse! Nice work!

[@barry7391]

install uppers first, prep sink before installing into the top (install fawcett and drain) then install lower cabinets

[@warrenmichael918]

i agree with the uppers first but the sink couldnt really be done like they usually are with the faucet installed first because it is so tight , i think they might have had trouble when they tilted it to get it to fit maybe. The faucet was tightened from the top and behind since the back is open, you can actually see Alyssa reach in through the back of the cabinet and turn the faucet.

[@jefferydoty6163]

It is so much easier to put in the upper cabinet first then the lower so ur not leaning over them

[@Theexsquaddie.]

Beat me to this one 👍

[@Drinks-and-finger-food]

Next lifetime

[@chiefof]

Absolutely wonderful cabinets. The installation is first class+. The extra cost for top of the line hardware was worth it, IMO. Bravo Jesse and Alyssa.

[@LWilliamsYoutube]

Very nice work on the cabinets Jesse! You did an excellent job with a very complicated design, especially when you're a newby at cabinetry. VWD!

[@jeffluebke1199]

The amount of criticism is amazing. I've been watching these two for years. It's like "The Truman Show". You watch. No comments are necessary. Definitely no criticism.

[@richardhjones5576]

great looking job but I have put in a lot of cabinets over the years and have found it was always easier to do the upper first and safer also. no dropping things on the lowers. just saying

[@DHarri9977]

You guys have come a long way having this functional area will make your lives so much easier on many levels. And a special shout out to your sister Jesse for helping you guys.

[@gkevineady49]

I GOT IT! Above the sink a simple window frame, and in the window an outdoor scene (of your choice).

[@thomaspope3838]

Awesome !!! Especially the night shot. Try revolving the paper towel dispenser 90 degrees, parallel to the sink edge and centered between the switches. The positive of this is less shadow, ease of access to the switches and greater visibility of the sockets. Also it will be closer to the sink with wet hands. Super great work. Peace.

[@stevenmead434]

Congratulations to the both of you and your sister. The hard work you have put into learning the craft and creating something from scratch has truly paid off. Cant wait to see you use these skills elsewhere in the house.

[@N-hunter]

Umm... There married, not siblings

[@doncoiner8128]

Those cabinets look fabulous. Be proud of what you did Jesse that's a nice job. Now stand back and enjoy it.

[@larrycobb3102]

Jesse, you definitely proved that you are capable of doing what you set your mind to accomplish. The cabinets are beautiful. It looks like Alyssa has gotten herself a haircut. It was nice to hear the new family member in the background. I hope you guys had a wonderful Christmas. Keep the videos coming. 👍🌷⚘🌹

[@danshadoin7661]

They turned out beautifully and will be a joy to use for decades. Well Done!

[@billzeiler5811]

You did a spectacular job on those cabinets as well as the vlog on the whole project. You deserve to be proud.

[@rebeccapettifer6553]

Its been a long time coming but I am so glad you didn't hurry or put cheap cabinets in to just have something in! They are so beautiful! Can you imagine what Alyssa will be able to cook in this kitchen! So happy for you both. Jessie its awesome! Is there anything you can't do! Yippee! Also love listening to your baby in the background! Merry Christmas!

[@keymasterken]

The cabinets look great. Remember the small piece of wood that holds the cabinet doors even in the front, you may want to install then at the top of the cabinet so you don't see them or interfere when you are moving items in and out of the cabinets. Just a thought!

[@Dr.Gunsmith]

Looks amazing, great job, I love it when you can see someone so please and proud of something they built, respect from the United Kingdom.

[@runristaren2]

Just a matter of time before the most beutiful thing You have takes a bath in that sink 🍼🐣🌊 Great job fixing up the garage and making your life a little bit easier... 👍

[@lordrichard8184]

The usb outlets are pretty nice. We have one in our kitchen and we love it. Also great job!! The cabinets look amazing!!

[@burnetthopkins9583]

Great job, Jesse. You and Alyssa really did a nice job.

[@tessferrazzi3060]

Congratulations! I've been watching you guys for a while and am totally amazed at what you're willing to tackle! As the daughter of an artisan cabinet maker from Italy, I command you on the patient attention to detail.....as my dad always said, "Measure, and measure again!"

[@_-martin-_]

It's clean, it's simple, it's kind of timeless... yes, that's what we call Scandinavian or Danish Design. Love from Denmark.

[@anniegaddis5240]

Wow, that is sooo awesome! Have always wanted an outdoor kitchen, so that I'm not messing up my indoor kitchen when I come in to husk corn, shell peas, de-string beans, or clean/cut up beets for freezing. Canning can be done there too, instead of heating up the indoor kitchen. I am sooo jealous! er... that's a sin I think... lol!

[@mattcr1045]

Its easier to hang the upper cabinets first

[@ChefDomenic]

YEEEE HAAAAA !! Congratulations Congratulations Congratulations Congratulations Debbie and I have been enjoying your blog from the beginning. We don't threw our two cents around much but O.M.G.! Beautiful and tasteful and oh yea the fact that you pulled it off WOW no easy feat. I am sure you are proud and we are very happy for the 2 of you

[@Arachnoid_of_the_underverse]

Looks excellent might I suggest in the open section over the sink fitting an open shelving 2 or 3 shelf unit but with only half depth shelves.You could then store things like soap etc that you would normally store on the counter.

[@ModestJustin]

YESSS! Great job Jesse you rejuvenated hope, I was hesitant how the end result would look but your visions paid off immensely. Since I'm renovating my home I find it's overwhelming and discouraging but little by little goals get met.

[@momg49]

Beautiful cabinets. I had a similar kitchen set up. What I did not like is facing the wall while doing anything at the sink. I got a beautiful beveled mirror, put it on the wall and I could see what was going on behind me. The builders thought I was nuts but when it was done they were amazed the amount of additional light it brought in to the space.

[@mikef8745]

Wow! Wow! Wow! Looks great! Can’t wait to see the back splash done. Jessies pride shows in the video, and rightly so! Great job! Thank you! Allisa for all the non glamorous work behind the scenes, so all of us can enjoy your journeys and watch y’all’s dreams come true. Thanks also to Anna, for her work to keep the videos coming. Sorry, I know I butchered your names, even us arm chair critics make mistakes, Just not on camera for the world to see! Keep up the great Videos.

[@brentonjoseph]

WHAT A MILESTONE! This looks amazing! So satisfying watching your journey :)

[@peterdebad1]

Well done. The time you spent planning and care taken during construction shows up in the end product. Thanks for sharing!!

[@s.e.fernandez4002]

Happiness is . . . a gorgeous kitchen! It is lovely!

[@johnyb9884]

I give you a lot of credit. To build face frame cabinets with inset drawers/doors is quite challenging. And...it’s your first build! You did an excellent job, Jesse (and Anna)

[@bryangustafson1575]

2 thumbs up, enjoy you sharing your life with us.

[@johnbonner922]

B-E-A-Utiful! Nice work. Now just trim out the head space above the sink and WOW! Nice work! Blessings friends

[@FriendM2010]

Woot Woot, look at those easy close drawers ... 🥳. Look at that “fricken kitchen”, nice work people .... 🥳

[@valczepulkowski8257]

Soft lose doors/drawers are awesome guys

[@2506Larry]

I know how much work goes into this type of build. BRAVO!

[@DavidWhite]

Jessie put a light above the sink management will love it. Also you can put some open shelves in the space above the sink for wine glasses or what ever.

[@valczepulkowski8257]

The look on Alyssas face 15:19 she is soo happy great work Jesse/ sister & Alyssa

[@eileenallemm1835]

I have been watching you both for so long and love your videos Merry Christmas to your little family ♥️

[@55Rumble]

Wow! Well done guys... You really should be proud of yourselves.... Also, I'm lovi g hearing the little ones voice! You can build a house but family make a home! Happy holidays guys.

[@paulrobertson8686]

Absolutely beautiful work on the cabinets!

[@Llamathellegend]

Don't lose sight guys! You are in the home stretch! Keep that fire burning. 👍👊

[@phamyeager8634]

Looks amazing you guys did a wonderful job keep it up love seeing these videos 🙂

[@zyspan]

Paper towel - yes- form, fit and function. Great effort and planning!

[@RVthereyetmemaw]

It LOOKS FANTASTIC! WAY TO GO! Try... Switch your stop blocks to the top of the cabinets this way it isn’t in the way of getting things out.... What’s the back splash? Can’t wait

[@johnyb9884]

Anna gets recognition too. Good job Anna!!😀

[@davidturney9813]

I love hearing the little person in background, wanting to be heard also. lol looking great.

[@SweetLiberty001]

You should be so proud of yourself! It's beautiful! All that hard work and mind-bending has paid off again! You really inspire me. I love you two. (And Anna)

[@PhantomrpH]

Very nice job, now pick up some iron-on edge banding to cover the plywood end-grain on the shelves.

[@carracoleman1988]

WOW! What a beautiful thing. Great job guys. The whole job from start to finish has been so much fun to watch. Thanks for sharing!

[@zbigniewrzepecki8105]

Excellent job guys ,and all the best in 2020.And a little suggestion if I may ,how about some drying rack for your plates etc above the sink so water can drip back into the sink and also frees your bench space .

[@mycelticstardust]

Those are really beautiful cabinets! Watching you two gush over them, all the labor and fretting over, it was like your second child. I agree with the paint color, makes the wood tones pop, beautiful combination.

[@leslietaylor1570]

I think you did an awesome job!! I would put the block on the one set of doors at the top so it doesn’t block your shelf for plates though 😃

[@bykrdood7]

Damn son!!! There's nothing better than a project that comes out nicer than you expected. Especially one that you invested so many hours, days, weeks, money, headaches, frustration, doubt and apprehension. I feel sorry for people who never get to feel that satisfaction of building something incredible with your own two hands. What a beautiful set of cabinets. And that butcher block omggg. I love it! Makes me inspired to try it myself.

[@mattyboysully]

Jesse and Alyssa cabinets and sink look great awesome job

[@rafiqa1621]

i view this as your garage/workshop. i need space like this to creat my "one step at a time" , DIY projects. great job.

[@Seansousa757]

As a cabinet maker for years, the one piece of advice I would give is this. Next time don’t make separate cabinets for such a short run, make this as a single cabinet. Especially when they are white, as it reduces separation lines between frames and makes install much easier. I never made a single cabinet shorter than 8’ if I could help it

[@samba3403]

nice tip reduces the material a little and the waste as well nice tip

[@jlrbhj]

Congrats! I've been watching you since the beginning. Those cabinets are quite an accomplishment! I was wowed by the framing and roofing of the house. This is a different sort of wow.

[@pleinaire8698]

white shaker design...beautiful work!!

[@thirzapeevey2833]

Good job, Jesse. You have ample reason to be proud of that.

[@jkhoffman50]

That is one gorgeous set of cabinets and love that butcher block top. You did a very professional job.

[@MarkSeve]

Had a tearing up moment there. Thank you for sharing. Lookes gorgeous.

[@beauharris683]

Nice work guys!! Just need to tweak the gaps on the bottom left 2 drawers. A cabinetmakers eye doesn’t miss that stuff. 😜

[@crazycrittersranchallcritt5348]

Looks fabulous! You two should be very proud!

[@MikeC19100]

WOW! With the exception of the missing backsplash that setup looks like something out of a showroom display. The cabinets, doors, drawers and the whole butcher block setup look amazing. It's even more amazing that the majority of the material came from the boneyard and after a LOT of planning and hard work from all three of you it's almost done. Well Done!

[@Mike_5]

Truely beautiful pieces of bespoke furniture you have created there - very inspiring to watch!!

[@glennwolfe1663]

Jesse and Alyssa those cabinets look awesome😁👍

[@RXRSawdustStation]

Great job you guys, Jesse and Alyssa with the assist! Well done!

[@michaelwassenaar5035]

As a former cabinet maker, I was cringing at some of your procedures... now seeing your finished and installed cabinets I have to say excellent job for a first timer👍👍👍👍. Also love the little person noises in the background 😎😎😎

[@tommcsally4427]

They turned out fantastic! You exceeded my expectations on this job with some truly professional work.

[@timothyruggles7396]

It's like home depot beautiful kitchen in a wair house well done👍👍

[@richardspees841]

Congrats, you have a right to be excited and happy. Happy Holidays and I'm happy for you and yours.

[@markbarnhill6300]

Looks great! So happy for y’all!

[@pdp101ski]

Nice work! And dig the hair cut Alyssa. Looks nice.

[@ericallen1045]

They look fantastic bravo!!! Uppers first, I’m sure you can see why now.

[@ChiefNonsense]

With all the splashing you’ll do cleaning your canning supplies, maybe buy a few sheets of stainless steel and cover all those vertical surfaces in it? Wife and I made our own countertops out of it a few years ago and LOVE it with all the entertaining we do/messes we make.

[@erikwordal6096]

Looks great....very professional. I usually just run romex up to he bottom of the cabinet and use a false bottom on cabinet to cover wire. Using a outlet like you did is ok, but can look a little busy......fine in a garage kitchen, but something to think about in your next kitchen. Also I would have made center upper come down a lot further. Just little nit picky things. Looks really awesome.

[@jonathanb4027]

Not sure if it's to code to run romex inside the cabinets

[@TheAAAAZ999]

Really enjoyed watching you ,your sis and Alissa build them Jess .. great job

[@troy.s]

Dunno if you figured it out yet or not, but the extra stops in the cupboards aren't necessary. The shelving is your stop. Excellent job though, looks great!

[@firesurfer]

Silicone buttons can be stuck on the leading edge of shelves for noise and flushing up.

[@warrenmichael918]

he put the temporary stops in as he was putting the doors on to see how they fit and looked before he had shelves, he already talked about this.

[@kenrichardson4144]

Great video! Thanks for sharing❗❗❗ 🙂🙂🙂 👍👍👍

[@pjotrh]

Finish the planks inside the cabinets. U’ll think they will never get wet, but they will :) it’s a kitchen. But really nice work guys, Well done!!!

[@allannichols9315]

You don't know how jealous we are!!!!! Your project is simply beautiful. I've built cabinets - I know. I'm surprised you put switches so close to the sink. I'm thinking your inspector will have you move them.

[@randyallen7627]

jesse you did awesome very beautiful cabinets

[@mandog2142]

Fantastic job! Definitely showroom quality.

[@Oregonadventure]

Always install the the upper cabinets before the base!!!🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@benzitoracer]

Rookie mistake I see all the time....

[@awesomearizona-dino]

ABSOLUTLEY....waiting to see look on his face when he realizes. Ok, they edited it out.

[@michaelholcomb6921]

Yes, uppers first.

[@stevecg1234]

I want to say they look really good you are a craftsman indeed I would choose these from a shop and purchase them your lovely wife must be sooooooo proud of her man well done your journey has been amazing to share so far