Day in the Life of a Guitarmaker in LONDON

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What did you guys think of my productivity levels today? Not feeling great about it but it did mean I edited a good portion for this video of my full build in the second half!
MY WORKSHOP/TOOLS/GEAR for those who ask!
Big things:
Drum sander: rb.gy/j1c8ma
Table saw: rb.gy/bg1fv4
Router: rb.gy/y14fjh
Bandsaw: rb.gy/mc3331
Pillar drill: rb.gy/8vlcor
Guitar side bender: stewmac.sjv.io...
Router cradle jig: stewmac.sjv.io...
Luthier vice: stewmac.sjv.io...
Buffing wheel: stewmac.sjv.io...
Workbench: www.nbrhodesfu...
CNC Machine: www.mekanika.io ‪@MekanikaTools‬
Tool wall:
Fret cutters: stewmac.sjv.io...
Deluxe fret tang nippers: stewmac.sjv.io...
Fret hammer: stewmac.sjv.io...
Mini plane: stewmac.sjv.io...
Fretboard radius: stewmac.sjv.io...
String spacing rule: stewmac.sjv.io...
Rule small: stewmac.sjv.io...
Rule: stewmac.sjv.io...
Fret scale: stewmac.sjv.io...
Brace chisel: stewmac.sjv.io...
Two cherries chisels: stewmac.sjv.io...
Straight edge: stewmac.sjv.io...
Crowning file: stewmac.sjv.io...
Precision protractor: rb.gy/pcq6zf
Neck profiling gauge: rb.gy/k6t2tf
Lie Nielsen No. 5: rb.gy/iev3l1
Lie Nielsen No. 7: rb.gy/gebvtj
Matt Estlea Marking Knife: rb.gy/1skokq
Honing Guide: rb.gy/wku2se
Diamond sharpening stone: rb.gy/h6vyqf
My camera: amzn.to/3Rh9kjz
Lens: amzn.to/4aZhGDf
Come say hi!
My instagram: / daisy_tempest
Patreon: / daisytempest

[@jeramish13]

When I was stuck in a windowless shop I put a webcam outside that streamed to a TV I hung on the wall inside to look like a window. Slightly dystopian but helped a little :)

[@rickfinsta2951]

FWIW this is the trick when you've got an inside stateroom on a ship; turn on the TV channel with the camera on the bow and you can actually wake up to natural light like a real human LOL.

[@captainchaos3053]

Could always just leave the door open.

[@mikebond6328]

That’s a good idea! Would be nice in winter to watch reruns of summer.

[@george-st-george]

I think your idea is an excellent one !!!!A big screen showing the river going by would be a great DIY window !!! Cheers !!!

[@joeleonetti8976]

I was about to suggest the same thing.

[@MichaelBuilds]

Oh my gosh Daisy! Thank you so much for sharing something so personal with us. Is it wrong for me to say that we love ya more for it? And I hope it’s not demeaning to say I have even more admiration for you. You are a Force Daisy Tempest

[@DVSNTHERE]

Agreed

[@PaulFellows3430]

Agree 100%

[@tetedur377]

The only thing I know about Tourette syndrome is what I learned on South Park, and I'm not even kidding. Aaaannndd, the friggin' dictionary does NOT recognize Tourette as a word, and I'm not even kidding about that, either. I swear, the internet is getting stupider. "Did you mean 'usherette'?"

[@frankjansson7563]

@@tetedur377 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tourette_syndrome , hope this helps :)

[@Jasper_4444]

@@tetedur377 What dictionary doesn't know Tourette?

[@kevinmeachem2138]

I’m a retired teacher and woodworking hobbyist. The more I watch your channel, the more impressed I am with you, your craftsmanship, and your dedication. Fascinating! Keep up the good work.

[@purdueMET]

I'm a professor and long time guitar maker. It's great to see you at work. I recommend your videos to all my students. Thanks so much for sharing both your building process and something about yourself. You are certainly helping other people. Much respect :-)

[@borgonianevolution]

I think the hopping about makes you even more of the Magical Elf you already are kiddo. Much respect to you for putting something that personal out into the general public. Specially when everyone is looking for that one tiny thing to cut someone down to make themselves seem more important or special.

[@nellayema2455]

This is your best film to date, IMO. I was mesmerized by the build shots, and the music was spot on--relaxing and captivating. The guitar is a beautiful work of art. Thanks for sharing about yourself. We'd never know if you hadn't told us. Cheers!

[@MattTee1975]

I've had a facial tic my whole life where I scrunch my nose up, and have always been super self-conscious about it, so it's nice to see you including your hopping and talking about Tourette.

[@DaisyTempest]

If it helps I have facial tics too and it’s my friends favourite part about me because it’s so unique and apparently charming. Hope that’s what you needed to hear ❤️

[@MattTee1975]

@@DaisyTempest Daw, thanks!

[@jacoblevy5843]

@@DaisyTempestdoes your tic ever happen during a crucial moment of assembly causing you to have to start over? I don’t personally have tics but I know many people that do and I think a video of you talking about how you deal with it at work would be very helpful to them as they to are artists. Thanks

[@DaisyTempest]

@@jacoblevy5843 I will absolutely do so!

[@MtlCstr]

Great video. I appreciate you being transparent about your Tourette's. I LOVE Clair de Lune! Thanks for including it.

[@dseaman97]

Thank you for sharing your personal life and remarkable guitar building skills! Really enjoying watching your channel!❤

[@billsandrelli957]

your ability to make the Magic you do look so easy is mind blowing, your art work , Guitars, are incredible.

[@alexdeburie5261]

You are awesome! Love watching your vids on the finer points of guitar building. My son has a similar tourette's tick and thankfully, like you, he has not let it impact his goals and dreams. Keep up the goodness and best of luck!

[@Apostrophe65]

I worked in a photo lab dark room for 30 years so I truly understand the way that place feels. As far as Tourette, I grew up around 3 family friends that have what would be seen as a rather bad case of it and they were told to avoid drinking alcohol. I'm not sure if that helps you any but it's something we take into account whenever we go out to dinner together. I'm glad you're talking about it. I think it's going to help a lot of people. As always, beautiful work!

[@Birkguitars]

Wonderful video as ever. And thank you for mentioning the Tourette's. I met an aspiring guitar builder a few years ago who unfortunately had been violently attacked for his ticks. I was assessed as autistic last year (aged 58!) and although it is not as visible as the hopping I do have several flavours of stimming some of which are more obvious than others and all are clear once anyone knows what they are. It is so easy to be self conscious about it but hopefully the more we flag it up the less of an issue it will be and the neurobeige will just have to put up with it.

[@russellharris5072]

Its good to see you doing your thing and showing people just how much work and skill goes into making a decent instument.I have essential tremor and inspite of having a brain implant its still a bugger when doing detailed things that require accuracy,but I cope as best as I can...............................................

[@chipper7711]

You are so brave. You inspire, my friend❤

[@bocceball63]

Enjoy the whole process Daisy. Thanks for sharing the experience with us.

[@famousaimless2]

Thanks so much for really beautiful video, you make an arduous and demanding process look so fluid and relaxing ❤️

[@sbolfing]

In addition to everything else being so enjoyable, I always love the music you choose for these videos! Haven't listened to Debussy in too long!

[@menceau]

very relaxing to watch you work, nice video

[@thierryholweck6883]

Thank you very much, Daisy. Very interesting video and awesome guitars.

[@sapelesteve]

Terrific work on that guitar build Daisy! Brought back a lot of memories for me of building guitars many years ago. Did not know that you had Tourette's syndrome but am glad that you are getting help for it. Keep up the great work and look forward to your next video! 👍👍🎸🎸💖💖

[@Pablo668]

That was really cool Daisy. I teach woodwork, but your vids give me the worst case of imposter syndrome. It’s also great that you are so open about your condition. It’s a good thing to normalise these things so hopefully people won’t feel ashamed or alone and will be more likely to seek help when they need it.

[@andyvan5692]

Thanks for the "Oceans 11" piano track half way through, it makes your video more ASMR, especially when you are not talking, a fantastic way of making time slip away, rather than to timelapse the footage, GREAT choice, it's really relaxing.

[@GlennMcFarland]

Hello from a new subscriber and fellow artisan in central Texas. It's inspiring to see a young person so passionate about creating functional art. Keep doing what you love.

[@mattomon1045]

I love that you HOP Thank you for teaching us!

[@timpanda3780]

It’s fascinating to watch you and see just how a new guitar evolves from out of nowhere. Thank you for sharing your journey and wonderful creativity.

[@reallynotpc]

You working steadily and carefully. Me watching with amusement and admiration and finding it surprisingly restful. Thank you!

[@BobDorfman]

So relaxing to watch (coupled with the beautiful music). Your attention to detail and building process are poetry in motion.

[@misinformationwithrandy]

I love that bridge shape! So perfect.

[@neelaugustine]

Fighting Tourettes and being a Guitar maker/Luthier, Well, I must say the amount of hard work you put into crafting each instrument must be inexplicable, really do appreciate your efforts and thank you for being such an inspiration for the rest of us watching your videos, I must say you're brilliant. God bless you Daisy, the world needs more people like you, much love ❤. Keep on hopping, hopping into our hearts❤.

[@2old4u]

A truly wonderful video. Looking forward to many more. Such talent and craftsmanship.

[@yonitznkc]

Love your shop, love London, Love your work! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@ron.v]

I stumbled across your channel because I like watching instrument restoration videos. It isn't often I get a feeling of loss whenever a video ends. Yours was like that. I didn't want it to end. When I see a luthier actually tune a top and braces by the way they sound rather than simply measuring their thickness, I know that luthier is a true crafts person. Needless to say, I subscribed.

[@dannielfriedrichsen7226]

Watching you do your craft is so pleasant and relaxing. Great video. And thanks for sharing a bit of yourself.

[@Geeman002]

A beautiful video, Daisy, you do wonderful work and it’s a pleasure watching you execute you art and skills, hops and all

[@helenrooke856]

What a wonderful thing to see a trade person work there magic mesmerising

[@MatthewETurner]

That was great! Another really pleasant video! We used to use canvas bags of steel or lead shot when working on small boats, as they had the weight but also conformed to complex shapes without marking, if that's of any use. Edited to add: we also used lots and lots of that West epoxy. Great stuff.

[@tonyaguon2559]

I’ve enjoyed your content very much and you have grown immensely in your craft and ability to translate yourself in your media outlet visually! You have a natural and easy persona to appreciate in your obviously passionate skill base , love your content!

[@analogemma]

Wow the part about having to edit out the tics hits so close, loved this video

[@stonehenge313]

Amazing as usual Daisy! I do appreciate you sharing a bit of your challenges for sure. From what I have seen with the work you do, it doesnt seem to have affected the extraordinary quality of the work you do! I am not sure if its the music or what, but I love these videos

[@vladi7441]

Your video quality, storytelling and honesty are just captivating! Keep doing this, for us!

[@jdcamc]

Your attention to detail, your skills, your craftsmanship are astonishing, amazing and a beautiful thing to watch!! Thank you so much for sharing - I look forward to your videos!!!

[@gwbuilder5779]

Daisy, I appreciate that you allowed yourself to be seen for who you are.😉 Cheers!🤙

[@ggjczs]

thanks, Daisy for a good videos and great workmanship in all that you do. And the laughs!!

[@mikebowers7161]

It is so encouraging to see you fight through your problems and produce such beautiful instruments! I commented a while ago and explained how I was diagnosed with early onset dementia and decided to try and build an acoustic guitar to keep pushing myself mentally. I am now starting my second instrument. Whilst I'm "still here" I will continue to try and keep hold of the dwindling grey cells as much as I possibly can and honestly, watching you is an inspiration. That was even before you told us you too had your mental struggles!! Thanks Daisy

[@violentfrog_]

good on you for getting the plane specific screwdriver. I made one and it's great for not chewing up your iron screw

[@davedavem]

Great video as always! Thank you

[@j.t.2722]

I think that you are one of the most talented artists around today. It is not easy to find someone of your caliber who shares their passion and dedication to your craft as you do. I watch all of your videos as they come up. Stay passionate,stay positive, and stay real.

[@killianlpc]

Wonderful work and skill, thanks so much for sharing. I recently purchased my first All Solid Wood Acoustic, and apart from being blown away by its sound and resonance, just keep staring at it thinking someone had to build that. Very much admire your work and dedication to its art.

[@timwy]

Your talents and skills have never ceased to amaze and impress me - but to find you are able to achieve all the superb quality you do whilst coping with tourretts is staggering. Having said that, the little tick whilst you were hanging the rules in your workshop was as graceful as ballet so you are due even more respect ! 🙂

[@totallybonkers]

❤ loved this episode ❤

[@jeffhughes6167]

One of the best videos Daisy has ever done, truly amazing!

[@baronguitars]

I love the authenticity Daisy.

[@johnspisak9729]

Amazing, beautiful and endlessly interesting. Your guitars are really nice too.

[@t.e.1189]

Beautiful video! Loved it.

[@jerrynickell3613]

I have a friend that has Turret's syndrome, and he is one of the most intelligent and amazing people I know. I see that you fit in the same category. Your work is unbelievable, as are you. Thank you for sharing your life with us!

[@amassey3062]

Thank you so much for sharing your ticks! Such a wonderful young lady! My 2 year old daughter and I watch your videos because Xyla introduced your content. My daughter loves to see engineering and creativity. I hope she can emulate your style as she gets older.

[@kennethdillon1168]

Daisy, I look forward to your videos, especially watching the craftsmanship. I also want to say how much I admire you sharing what you are going through. Your openness takes a load off people who can’t quite articulate what they are going through. Many thanks, Ken

[@davidgreen5938]

I am enjoying your content and personality! Please don't bother editing out the hops, just be yourself! I'm learning the pleasure you get from a job well done. Thanks for sharing with all of us.

[@PaulFellows3430]

That was a great video Daisy. It's fascinating to see a guitar coming together and it's great that you felt able to share your tourettes with us. There can never be too much awareness of unseen conditions that affect sufferers day to day in everything they do. Also, I hope it's not inappropriate for me to compliment you on your outfit. You always look lovely but you really smashed it out of the park when we saw you going out on the South Bank to meet your friends. You are one awesome young woman and don't ever forget it!

[@matthiasdecker1326]

Thank you for letting us see your passionate work. Very relaxing and inspiring!

As one who has made guitars, it's obvious to me that you are extraordinarily talented. It's a joy to watch you work and create! And on top of it all, your videography and editing are superb. So glad I found your channel!

[@graethom]

Lovely video. Precise craftwork. Beautiful artistry. Thank you, and your client, for sharing these moments of the build with us.

[@johnmccabe7645]

Watching you work is so relaxing; I'm a guitar player with a deep scientific eye, and your detail and concepts are amazing. Thank you

[@DaveDickens]

Beautiful work!

[@SweetTooth8989]

That's nice of you to share your terets and leave in the footage of your ticks. There's without a doubt other people suffering from it too watching that can be helped and realise it is nothing to be ashamed of. While i don't suffer from terets, I do suffer from some pretty bad OCD and I can sometimes feel ashamed of my ticks/compulsions too especially if somebody's around though I do try to control it as best I can around others but it does sometimes seep out. The severity of it fluctuates as well with my stress levels and I've had periods where it's almost non-existent and others where it interferes more with my daily life. Love your channel btw, you're extremely talented.

[@tomas5376]

This was/is truly enjoyable to see such a talented woodworker creating a beautiful guitar! Gracias👏👏👏👏👏

[@kirbyn2010]

You, Lady, are easy to admire.

[@jeffhughes6167]

I find miss Daisy to be adorable!

[@thehomeoflabel]

hypnotizing video

[@jeffdayman8183]

Wonderful work! Thanks for sharing the video. I enjoyed it. Cheers from Canada!

[@manythingslefttobuild]

A trick for setting things up on a CNC cutter, clamp/bolt/etc. a block to the machine and use the machine to cut the block into the fixture you need. It will automatically be perfectly referenced and the right size and shape for your work piece.

[@gabriellongworth]

That two piece match booked back is gorgeous!!

[@Aeidotronics]

Excellent. I dunno, I find the hops pretty charming.

[@kevinrenfro2254]

I didn’t have any idea about your Tourette’s. It’s so wonderful that you revealed that. My brother has Tourette’s and I’ve grown up with it! You are perfect example of not letting Tourette’s define you! Now I have even more of a meaningful reason to watch your channel beyond your beauty and your talent!😊

[@douglasholt05]

Thank you for sharing your day!

[@ImolaS3]

I've been a subscriber for 11 months now, and your videos get better and better. That build work was lovely and interesting to see into your life, including the taurets

[@TheTranq]

You’re committed to your craft and awesome!

[@brgdsm6535]

Daisy, I'm truly inspired by your videos. I have enjoyed making furniture and crafting small boxes for the past 20 years. I've often thought of trying a guitar build but have been a bit intimidated by it. I have been following your channel now for a while and have just ordered my first acoustic guitar kit from StewMac. Thank you so much for your sharing your journey on KZbin. Thank you for for your inspiration. And thank you for just being you. I wish you all the best.

[@captbuscemi]

Daisy, thankyou as always for the wonderful craftspersonship and beautifully edited videos, I always learn so much watching how you work. Thankyou even more for sharing something so personal, with your usual honesty and good humour, lots of love to you and everyone in your circle.

[@sojiro288]

Man watching you build guitars make me appreciate how much work it takes to make one. And the finish product doesn't always show that effort.

[@jarrodtippins7995]

Hey Daisy. Thankyou for being so open about your daily struggles. I'm sure all who follow your channel will love what you do even more. (Me included!) You are such an inspiration with or without your issues and one amazing human being! Superstar! 😯😍😊

[@mortenmartinsen3018]

Hello from Norway!! This turn out to be real nice .... 🙂

[@Avonidsed]

Just made it to the hopping part. Didn't think I would find you more charming, yet here we are.

[@129thom-]

Been watching your video's the past few weeks and have enjoyed them. You are very talented so keep doing what your doing and I wish you all the success that you deserve. Yer guitars look great look forward too future content.

[@4canspoon]

Thank you. I could watch you working for hours. What a wonderful attention to detail. Amazing talent. Keep hopping; that's you; it's who you are; a part of the build. :)

[@williamclarke2020]

Hi Daisy! You do lovely work. Your dedication to being a luthier is rewarding and inspirational! God Bless.

[@PaulK813]

Love hearing your commentary, but I do have to say, listening to classical music (Clair de Lune, great choice!) while watching you work is magical!! I like it even more than the usual guitar pieces. Also, I love the hop, it only adds to your charm.

[@neilmacmusic]

another superb video- and kudos and sincere bravery for sharing your condition ❤

[@karllines2952]

Your carving process is fascinating, I would love to sée more of it. Thanks for all of thé time you spend making, editing and uploading thèse vidéos, I Hope it doesn't distract you too much from your real work.

[@bhmptn2006]

One of your vids came up after watching a slew of StumpyNubs videos. Wow. Awesome skills. And thanks for the Debussy. It’s been a minute since listening to him. Nice Back in the day I worked at a mental health treatment residence and a young man who had been diagnosed with Tourette’s had a brief stay with us. What came out of his mouth could sound incredibly mean, but on occasion he was inadvertently wonderfully hilarious. We tried, as staff, not to react too much regardless what he was saying, but sometimes I have to admit I couldn’t always hold back my laughter. He was usually pretty chill about it. Sadly, he had some “bad influence” friends and he got arrested when they all got carried away on a joy ride that resulted in felony level property destruction. I was just thinking about him the other day for some reason, and now I’ve seen your video. Good on you for sharing. I think it helps a lot of people understand that many many people who have their struggles with mental health live their lives just like everybody else…😊👍

[@brittboyette461]

Thank you for sharing something so personal. I wish you success with your therapy and hope that you can come to a point that you can manage it to your satisfaction. Your talent is very appreciated and I will continue to watch and enjoy your content, thank you.

[@YuriMaddison]

Thank you algorithm. Hi, this is an amazing introduction to your channel and work etc.

[@timc7345]

So talented and so strong, you're an inspiration xx

[@imccrae]

I think this just became my favorite video of yours! You are amazing, thank you for sharing, made my day. xx

[@Evy-1988]

really really appreciate this video. Thank you for sharing all this. Much love

[@zapp442]

Very relaxing while working out on the indoor bike.

[@braddobson2060]

Before I retired I had a dbl drum sander similar to yours the best thing I did to it was conver it to velcro paper not only was it much faster and easier to change the paper but the added benefit was the velcro added a bit of padding which reduced the lines normally associated with a drum sander and the paper also lasted longer. Good luck and take care.

[@SingleCoilVoodoo]

I absolutely love your videos!! Much thanks for a glimpse into the life.

[@sandman2651]

Hi daisy that was a brave thing to share online,knowing how many complete bell ends there are on line! to me and many others it will be greeted with wow that was a big thing to open up about. As for me i would leave the ticks in its who you are people except it or not, to me your daisy a funny person with a huge skill for what you do and i love it when a notification pops up saying you have put out more content. Mike

[@seanhallahan14]

Thank you for this lovely, charming, vulnerable, insightful, educational, fun, entertaining video! Humbly, would love to hear more about the art and science of fretboard radiusing. And any any other art 'n science task. All of them actually! Best & cheers, Sean

[@HeathFoley]

Thank you for sharing your personal life and for the great build video. Your hidden kerf lining/laminated side is really cool! I bet it makes for a really clean and tidy interior, and I think that's a really interesting innovation. I would love to play one of your guitars.