6 Simple Gifts You Can Make From Wood

[@bigfootseahawk5686]

Today I picked up 2 very nice blocks. One walnut and one Oak. Because I really liked the tea light block with the built in matchbox. What an easy little project and with Xmas coming up, I will be sending 6 lucky family members/ friends this gift. Cant wait to start this tomorrow. Thanks for the inspiration , CHEERS !

[@DIYMontreal]

Excellent! Happy to inspire! Enjoy the build.

[@gabrielgrezzi8040]

I build the Candle idea for all my relatives on this Christmas and they all loved it.. the only difference is that I also added another space for a tiny plant. It looked amazing!

[@DIYMontreal]

I'm sure it did! Great idea.

[@peeroo5023]

Then they burn the plant with the candle

[@danielmiller2977]

Wow! This stuff would be a lot of fun. Stuff I can do with my daughter for her friends as Christmas gifts. These only real problem I have with you is that I didn't think of it. Great stuff, thanks.

[@DIYMontreal]

Haha! Enjoy!

[@Brownstone31]

Nice. I like that you kept them simple. It helps the beginners get started, and the ones with more experience can add their own touch.

[@DIYMontreal]

Exactly! Just hoping to inspire some creativity.

[@scarman1998]

But what beginner would have a table saw, a router table, or a drill press? These are nice ideas but if they were aimed at beginers, they should have been done with hand tools.

[@Brownstone31]

Scartist She used the tools she had. You can use the tools that you have. If your creative enough you will find a way.

[@kelechionwuchekwa1359]

Spot on

[@methral]

I then take it to my table sa....... wait I dont have a table saw :/ guess its easier to make gifts from wood when you have an actual wood workshop lol

[@BRExteriorPro]

Or get a circular saw and get a straight edge

[@DIYMontreal]

It helps! But a hand saw and handheld drill will work just fine.

[@Ste74H]

You could always cheat and reuse an old picture frame for the 'catch-all'. I've bought things from a £1 store and glued them together to make chunky frames then customized it to my choice.

[@rubberdwellers3911]

Do it old school. Nobody needs a fancy woodshop, it's just nice to have. You can make rabbit joints with a simple mallet and chisel. To make a mallet find a 4x4 cut 4" piece. Find center and install a handle using a 2" dowel rod. It is rudimental but it will get you started. Practice makes perfect. Improvise adapt and overcome.

[@AndreaArzensek]

I made the same match candle set on my channel, hand tools only :)

[@Belg1970]

Look forward to some other suggestions. A small step stool, soap dish, mail sorter key hook...... For the card holder I would add a backing block, when you're down to a few cards in the wider slot they will tend to fall backwards. The wall ladder could do with a few additional miter cuts to square it to the floor and wall. For the ones I've seen most are really roughed up to simulate age.

[@DIYMontreal]

Great suggestions! The beauty with these is you can adapt them and make them your own by tweaking the design and style as you suggested.

[@kcjones679]

A spring clamp as a part holder for sanding. I like that!

[@NRCarrillo]

Solid vid, I appreciate that I haven't really seen any of these ideas before.

[@DIYMontreal]

Awesome thanks!

[@thomasreyna7296]

This seems like so much fun. I'm 13 and I love working with wood. I have only made a few things like a paddle strop and such, and this seems like cool fun easy projects I could do with my parents! I wish I could like this video multiple times, but I can't so I subscribed, can't wait to see more cool stuff I can make! (I better get back to my homework XD)

[@DIYMontreal]

Thank you so much Thomas! Hope you get to make one or a few of these. Thanks for following along!

[@roypeters7511]

Glad to see you are interested in woodworking. Would love to have you in my class. However, learn too use the tools safely first. If you follow this video, you could lose fingers.

[@chandersirohi3411]

You are very methodical while explaining. Well done

[@SuperCacahuete93]

Tres joli !

[@DIYMontreal]

Merci!

[@alpscraftshack599]

Joyeuses fêtes à toi Marie. Vous cherchez plus de grands projets dans la nouvelle année.

[@DIYMontreal]

Merci, joyeuses fêtes!

[@trethtower]

Great work from an ex - Montrealer in BC!

[@inalignment5800]

Those are so simple, elegant, and functional. Really appreciate your creativity.

[@kristacapstin]

Absolutely every single one is gorgeous!! He also explains it very well. I almost feel like I could possibly do some of them. Lol he makes it look so easy to do! 😊😂😊

[@madwilliamflint]

I dig that table saw jig.

[@Mr.Saephan503]

That last one will help me out a lot cause I work at a custom cabinet company. So we have a lot of "scrap" wood( like cherry,white oak,walnut just to name a few). I'm going to make the business card holder and pass it out to the people in the office. THANKS

[@DIYMontreal]

Awesome, glad to inspire!

[@dekophate6713]

La piastra con precollegamento con la saldatrice é letteralmente geniale!

[@sofianebenhadj60]

very very good of job (1)

[@davidharvey5672]

Thanks, great ways to use up offcuts. I hate throwing away small pieces of wood but lack imagination. My favourite is the candle holder.

[@DIYMontreal]

That's probably my favourite too :)

[@joshportelli]

Great tip using tape to hold the square frame while glue dries. So simple.

[@DIYMontreal]

My pleasure, thank you!

[@joaquinherrera442]

Todo esta super!!

[@DIYMontreal]

Gracias!

[@gamesforyoutwo]

that blanket ladder is a great idea

[@juricd.o.o.4957]

Nice idea with matches

[@tubeonline629]

Table saw, compound miter saw, router table, drill press, jointer, after I buy all this I'll have to make gifts for everyone every year for now on. Only now I need a shop.

[@DIYMontreal]

It indeed helps if you have tools. And now you know why people expect handmade gifts from me ;)

[@elliotjack1889]

My kids liked your ideas and the all what to help me make some of them.

[@DIYMontreal]

That's great! These make awesome projects to make with the kids :) Enjoy

[@DIYPD]

My favorite is the tealight!!!

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks! Love that one too :-)

[@pr59052]

Great ideas!

[@tzourb9410]

Nice tools amigo

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks, I’ve come a long way over the years!

[@megarcia808]

You’re awesome. I’m just beginning to do some woodwork and looking for simple inspiring projects and you check all the boxes. Thanks ever so much for your ideas and concise explanation. I’ve subscribed to your channel. Please keep up the great work you’re doing.

[@daydreamwalker618]

I wish I had all those tools! Great work and ideas.

[@DIYMontreal]

I stated with a drill years ago and slowly added one by one...

[@kevinlilly3398]

Just discovered your channel and want to thank you for your work.

[@silveravnt]

I wish my rooter table was that pretty

[@pershop4950]

Very nice items!

[@evparpar5470]

Thanks!

[@chrishensley5384]

Clever stuff. I'm making a matchbox candle holder for my wife next weekend. :)

[@stevepest3184]

Nice watch

[@IngoderLiegeradler]

Hi, I loved the idea with the combuned matchbox-and-candle-holders and made a bunch of 15 this afternoon out of oak. Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas from Germany!

[@DIYMontreal]

Awesome thanks! Happy holidays

[@techword3130]

Well done

[@johnwalsh6844]

I like sanding on the drill press. Never thought of that. 🍁

[@DIYMontreal]

First time trying it. It works great!

[@PatrickFarrell_KJV]

Nice work.

[@user-vg1bk9ux6r]

all these ideas are great if you have your very own workshop at home!

[@kbbb4227]

Super great video.

[@LivingtoDIYwithRachelMetz]

So happy to have come across your channel! Great work xx.

[@DIYMontreal]

Thank you! Appreciate it :)

[@herrerabranch873]

*TopFineWoodworking. Com* , is a very comprehensive woodworking book! It breaks every little thing down, utilizing words, drawings, real pictures, and different diagrams. It`s unbelievably informative and helps me feel like I could help my sibling while we make our furniture together.?

[@saic45vivek47]

👑👑👑 Am I only one who made all these earlier ! 👑👑👑

[@heyimamaker]

Nice one! I really like the plywood pencil holder and ring. I made a match/candle holder last year but I used the side grain based on how my scraps worked out and after time it actually warped shut and you really can't get the matches out. Going on the end grain as you did should be good and sturdy!

[@DIYMontreal]

I agree, love the look of the Baltic birch plywood. Maybe we should try a plywood candle holder? No risk of warping there.

[@woodcraftswonders]

Very nice idea 👍

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks!

[@Truthguy73]

I like the ring and the candle holder best

[@DIYMontreal]

2 of my favourites!

[@GAMES.IDEAS.FUN123]

Subscribed. Making a couple of these for my son who’s moving out. Thanks bunches.

[@No_thanks780]

Love the candle/matchbox holder. Simple and elegant.

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks!

[@Lord-Panda2112]

Lovely!

[@Eliusalmo1]

Excellent!

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks!

[@abhisheksoni2980]

Finally! Something to do with my table saw!

[@ElbrusLive]

Привет из России! Классные работы!

[@jeanniealford4234]

Thank you.

[@gardeningdianne]

DIY Montreal, I like your ideas for simple gifts, well done. I am surprised at the 2 negative comments below. I actually made the candle holder and some other wooden items in a driveway workshop for the kids in the street where I live. The items were prepped in my workshop using only hand tools and the kids assembled them in my front driveway, using only hand tools and an electric drill. They were given to their parents as Christmas presents. They also helped me construct a couple of toys that we use when we have our street parties. I am waiting for the comments to my post like.....Gifts you can make if you own hand tools, otherwise perhaps not.....or.....I then take it to my hand tool....Wait, I don't have any hand to:/ etc etc I think they just like to add negative comments so they can keep reading them over and over again. Once again, thanks for a great video, and yes, I have subscribed to your channel.

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks Dave, appreciate your support! I try not to pay too much attention to the negative comments. I'm here to inspire, share what I know, and what I learn along the way. Love that you are getting kids involved and inspiring the younger generation. Keep it up!

[@ariedavid7313]

very very nice

[@sherrywortman2267]

Awesome ideas. I have to show hubby. Thanks for sharing.

[@alexorphic2752]

Hello sir, it would be great if you made these gifts or others without your expensive equipment. I hope you take my words into consideration and upload videos that anyone can make. ^^

[@colinbarnett7441]

Alex Orphic it’s a girl. That’s “Ma’am”. Not “Sir”

[@jhingur7169]

@@colinbarnett7441 hello ma'am

[@kufitop]

"How to make a business card holder with a butter knife." 🙄

[@joshuaneely1877]

great video! I am trying the candle holder and my 1 1/5" forstner bit seems a tish too small for the 1 1/5" tea light. did you have to sand the hole to accept the tea light?

[@riffedwood5597]

Do you go to a maker's workshop or is your family very passionate about woodworking? That shop is amazing. Great work btw!!!

[@DIYMontreal]

Neither of those actually. I just watch a lot of KZbin, read books... Started small and build my skills as I go! I just enjoy it and get excited to start new projects :-)

[@modestmaking5314]

Don't worry, when I open my gift from you this year, I'll act surprised still ;)

[@DIYMontreal]

Haha love it!

[@norman1826]

nice, neat and simple.

[@arajalali]

Fantastic! A headphone stand would also be nice.

[@scottlouis7785]

Those tips are so simple any one could do with hand tools plus they would be fun

[@MrWaseemshawwa]

i liked the business cards holder and the pencil case....Good Job

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks!

[@ellencahill4612]

The stain on the ladder was so beautiful

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks! I used early American - my favourite stain.

[@thesultanmerchant]

gifts are simple but tools are expensive. therefore show your talent using manual tools and not expensive tools.

[@ptsdbushcraftfaith2300]

Amazing!!!!

[@breloclacheie2430]

Very inspiring 😁 nice projects!

[@oobat]

Love this video and I have subscribed to keep up with any upcoming ones! A thought occurred while watching this that I don't really wear rings BUT if you made the same design only a little large they would make great napkin holders and the look would be awesome!! Thanks for sharing such creative designs!!

[@DIYMontreal]

Great idea! Love it ♥️

[@s.melahi3185]

Great ideas....keep it up dear

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks!

[@craigrmay7935]

Mam, you do some mighty fine work. Thanks for sharing.

[@itftl1353]

Finally ideas to make in my school work shop So i can stop walking around doing nothing

[@DIYMontreal]

Lol my pleasure

[@buibichchau3365]

The subjects covered in this woodworking website *TopFineWoodworking. Com* varies from wood types to tool types and uses. A few other subjects range from the various kinds of wood along with their distinct levels of difficulty when it comes to managing them. If you are still a beginner in wood working, then you will find this book very beneficial.

[@rrvette7953]

Good ideas, very nice presentation.

[@DIYMontreal]

Thank you!

[@FredGCopping]

Clever and unique ideas!

[@ModelRailwayUK]

I like the designs, nice and simple, great for a begginer like me. Although I think it's a bit "blocky" for my taste, think I'm going to try and use thinner material for my designs :)

[@DIYMontreal]

Awesome, enjoy!

[@dudebossone]

Just saved me lol, I really need to make something for my sister

[@willfrm404]

Thank you so much

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks!

[@devildoc2235]

Quick question and sorry if it’s lame, but when you made the card holder you left, what seemed to be a lot of walnut (guessing walnut) hanging out both ends of the lighter wood. Why not keep it flush and only waste cutoff on one end? I only ask because I’ve seen a lot of this, mostly on tutorials for cutting boards and such. I do a lot of hobby woodworking on the side but I don’t do this type of woodworking so I’m curious as to why folks do this. The candle holder is definitely on my to do list.

[@DIYMontreal]

I see your point and normally I would want to avoid wasting expensive wood like walnut. I just went with the lengths of wood I had on hand and it worked out that way. Only minor waste so I wasn’t too concerned.

[@abigailtan7698]

thank you for sharing...

[@MisterNorthernCanuck]

Didnt even notice my Montreal hometown before the business card... :D

[@herbkempf9939]

Awesome video. Can't wait to make them.

[@DIYMontreal]

Awesome!

[@katejudson8907]

Nice 👍👍👍

[@MV-74]

Awesome ideas and explanation on how to make them thanks for sharing.

[@alpscraftshack599]

J'ai besoin de pratiquer mon français. Je mappelle Patrick. J'ai aimé votre vidéo Marie. Il est agréable de voir une femme et une canadienne. Je suis désolé si mon français n'est pas si bon. Je suis un anglophone de l'Alberta. Je vais regarder toutes vos vidéos. Continuez votre bon travail.

[@DIYMontreal]

Votre français est impeccable! Merci Patrick, c’est grandement apprécié.

[@bouncyspring6274]

Bravo

[@ElJimmy_Sv]

Sawstop!! The best around 😉

[@DIYMontreal]

Safety first!

[@emmahumphreys539]

But it is £450

[@ninnymuggins2006]

Great video! I am currently making several of the candle holders out of cherry to give away as Christmas gifts 😊

[@tammylovescats]

I like all those thing you made. They are really neat.

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks!

[@ZJIGGA]

Excellent video! Those projects are great for a beginner. Thanks for posting

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks!

[@callumsfishing3567]

Seariously very insparitave

[@Dude_Slick]

Do you have a bandsaw? If so try a bandsaw box. they're fun to make.

[@DIYMontreal]

No, that's still one tool on the wish list!

[@jonsaystv8942]

Wow!simply unique and beautiful 👏

[@happykayaker9027]

Not sure why people have to make fun of someone for mispronouncing words. I guess it makes them feel better about them selves. Maybe people in your part of the country just pronounce words differently. Like the word "route." Some parts of the country pronounce it like "out" and some like "boot", except both with an "r". My brother always pronounces sword with the "sw" sound. He just said it that way for so long that it was hard for him to break the habit. So, you call it whatever you want to, the vid was good!

[@DIYMontreal]

Thank you, I very much agree! Like your brother I have a few words I pronounce a little “off” but am fully aware of it and just don’t take it personally! Thanks though, much appreciated.

[@andremartinez418]

@Cory Klein I would invite him to a party over someone making fun of someone else's English.

[@nixter8739]

What did she mispronunce? I didnt notice.

[@jbench2756]

we all have speech quirks, i loved your video, gave me some good ideas, keep it up and thanks @@DIYMontreal

[@moncorp1]

@@nixter8739 ~ she said rooter for router

[@Rebel1280]

Def going to build that candle one, that is a legit fantastic and easy idea!

[@DIYMontreal]

Awesome, thanks!

[@Steve-hj6xv]

Nice video. Good ideas. Well presented.

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.

[@thomasmarliere2505]

Love the ply ring 👍

[@DIYMontreal]

Thanks! One of my favorites :)

[@stephandelange1776]

First let me say congratz. I love your small projects. You have very good ideas for very little things. I like that alot. Ive been woodworking since I was 15, now Im 50, so its been a long time. Now due to my health I can't work anymore. So I thought maybe throw myself back into doing a little woodworking and selling things online or what ever. I dont have the means for big workshops, so I used our spareroom to make myself a little workshop. So now Im doing lots of little things. BUT I HAVE ONE HUGE PROBLEM.. I noticed that you live in Monteral, is that right? If it is, can you tell me where you purchase your hardwood for your projects I've been searching for woodshops like that for a long time and I cant find any. Anywhere around here. I used to have one a long time ago "I believe it was on Liege street or Guzeau, not sure, its been a long time, it was close to the Park Jarry But I cant find it anymore. So I dont think they exist anymore. So can you tell me where you get your hardwood as well as your Haqrdwear like T-Tracks , push clamps and things like that, I cant seem to find any. So can you help a guy out? Please let me know Thanks

[@keithreay]

This video is wonderful, thank you.

[@johnryder1713]

Why did I only find this too close to Christmas to do anything? Nice job each one.

[@DIYMontreal]

Thank you! Hope you still got all your gifts in time ;)

[@johnryder1713]

Yes a woodwork present! @@DIYMontreal