Do you have a featherboard? Plus, catification designs | LOCKDOWN Day 124

[@Jeppe.P.Bjerget]

Steve: You are a good man. Respect for others, understand that we are on different levels, and have fun in your videos. Followed you for years, and still enjoy it. Have a great weekend. Best wishes from Jan in Norway

[@leonardglover1433]

Ditto

[@jaayjones5937]

As a 70+ woodworker I look forward to your video's each morning. We haven't gone anywhere since March and haven't seen any friends since then. Your short time each day is like a visit with a friend and helps. Thank you.

[@hmstjohn6236]

Your ending statement is much appreciated. Thank you for being one of the good guys on KZbin.

[@rafaelcorrea6618]

"Don't ever feel awkward or uncomfortable seeking knowledge." I need a t-shirt with this on it.

[@jack002tuber]

I want a T shirt that says "its ok, that part faces the wall"

[@MichaelCoolidge]

For the “post” in your “catification” project, use either a PVC tube or a cardboard tube. That way, you can hot glue the “rope” to the tube and it is much easier.

[@dragonchr1s]

Steve “crazy cat lady” Ramsey strikes again! Enjoying everything Steve, stay safe :)

[@christineelder9244]

Hi Steve I want to thank you for making me feel so comfortable about learning woodworking from the beginning. I agree with you when you say not to feel embarassed when asking questions whilst learning. We all have to start to learn and knowledge is a treasure that no amount of money can buy, therefore I thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@tcsparks7786]

Steve, I've been watching you for about 2 months now and I have become a huge fan. One of the biggest reasons is because you always show your fans tons of respect and never have a problem explaining the most basic stuff. I have been doing woodworking, as a very part time hobby for about 5 or 6 years now and still have tons to learn. You have taught me some awesome stuff that answers many basic questions that I had! Thanks for all that you do!!

[@aeiounix]

Sharing something that you love with somebody who hasn't experienced it is as close as you can get to experiencing it for the first time yourself. It really is a great thing.

[@richarddunn504]

Hi Steve, just wanted to say thanks, your innate quirkiness and genuine originality makes your videos a real joy which I’ve enjoyed for years, thank you. 👍👏

[@gnothisauton2116]

I love your statements about how this is a safe, friendly place for asking questions and building each other up. I feel like you should incorporate these thoughts into a mission statement of sorts on your Home page. Thank you for the inclusive, helpful attitude.

[@scottchilds2222]

I find myself looking forward to watching your videos on a daily basis. You are not only a funny, entertaining guy, but you also give us tips that we can use in our own woodworking endeavors. Keep it up 😋

[@ironwood1621]

Steve, you’re my favorite woodworker on YT. When I decided to get “serious” about woodworking, your videos gave me confidence that I could do it. Thanks

[@JonathanWilliams256]

Steve, I just wanted to say thanks for getting me interested in woodworking. I stumbled across your videos about 2 years ago and because you made it fun to watch and made it seem easy, I dove right in. Now I’m selling furniture on the internet and upgrading my shop with nicer tools. Thanks for everything you’ve done to help people get started in woodworking. I always come back to your channel to remind myself how I got started. Thanks, brother!

[@SteveRamsey]

That's amazing! Thank you for telling me your story! 👍👊

[@glg3945]

You my Good Sir, are a Wonderful Human Being!!!! I love your ideas and great insight and fun way of teaching woodworking! Love the idea for the cats play area in the dinning room. Peace and Good Fortune and Good Health to you and your family.

[@Faustustopheles]

Fantastic! My wife and I have been talking about doing something like this for our cats for a while!

[@Duckowski]

Hey Steve, just wanted to say thank you. I have been a fan for a long time but I hadn't taken the time to sit and watch one of your videos in a while. Watching this one gave me a little faith in humanity I've been missing. I hope the cats appreciate your hard work.

[@wicked_suspenders]

Your channel is the one I'm obsessed with right now, lol

[@joseluisgeniole]

The times that I learned more was when I had an apprentice mind and asked the more basic questions. I try to never forget this. Abraços from Brazil Steve.

[@Ojochris1]

The timing on this is kind of scary. I've been watching your channel for probably 8 or 9 years, back in high school with parents that didn't approve of 'dangerous tools' or want to help me invest, so I've been building my own tool collection over the years. Today, I finally bought a table saw, and my first project was a featherboard. I finished it about 5 minutes before sitting down to watch this video, featuring featherboards. Talk about coincidence. Thanks for the great content and inspiring me to dive into woodworking myself. Keep up the great work and stay safe!

[@RPSchonherr]

Good for you. Keep it up. I'm on a very small budget myself but I've been wood working for over 45 years since shop class in high school. I still have and use my 3 board project from that class and just made a night stand for my bedroom.

[@nobuckle40]

Said it before and I'll say it again, you're so goofy! You crack me up! Sometimes I get so uptight with my woodworking and you help me see the lighter side of it. Thanks.

[@Christopher_Wheeler]

WOODWORKING! Seriously, I love that you make woodworking approachable. I am VERY new to this and you give me the courage to keep on keeping on. Thanks, Steve!

[@TheVCRTimeMachine]

I love your channel....I just started woodworking about 4 months ago and I've already built two shelves to store a mini football helmet collection and four of your Adirondack chairs for our back yard. I even modified the design slightly. Thanks for everything!

[@sternentigerkatze]

The "WOODWORKING" montage cracks me up every time! I love you becoming a crazy cat lady! Your catification plans look really good! I love how you encourage us to ask any question we might have. Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@vane5736]

I don't have a featherboard because I am new to the table saw. Thanks for showing me how to use my table saw Steve I've watched all your table saw basics videos!

[@8rikki8]

Big respect for Steve and his community of woodworkers he brings together!

[@shareethornberry8385]

OK, I just spent an hour watching kittisaurus. Funny. And I love the way she keeps her cats from getting bored. I am definitely going to watch more of her videos. Thanks for telling nus about her.

[@ArtisanPirate]

Great Update ! Featherboards Are A Must ! Stay Safe Steve ! !

[@jasonschneider7079]

You should think about putting some French cleats along the sides of that cabinet and a pegboard on the back. You’d be able to infinitely change the setup of the obstacles for the cats with the French cleats and the pegboard you could use for bridges and what not.

[@panthersden]

Don't forget to cut everything out with your cnc

[@andrea.rivers]

Never heard of a feather board, probably because I'm not quite at "table saw" level. lol Very good to know. The catification project looks amazing. Can't wait to see it come to evolve into finished product. We have been sans kitty since last Thanksgiving. I had always wanted to do some catification, especially to the large stairwell window that gets sun most of the day. It lines up perfectly with our open loft area. I had wanted to build out a small walkway with platform with railing (since it's higher). But I had just started building my tool skills when she passed. Dora would have loved the upper walkway- perfect for her to sit and judge all her human staff and also taunt the dog.

[@robertdowniejr7021]

I've said it already but I like these videos that you have been making during the Pandemic they are very entertaining and it helps that i'm a cat person as well and look forward to the build thanks.

[@ArthurCheesebag84]

Kittisaurus is great. Your content is getting better and better. I like this slow descent into madness.

[@mickeypigduck2307]

Once again, Steve, you have proved your character. And that right there is why I will always watch your videos.

[@bpatriquin123]

I am dumbfounded at the catification design of that build in... Super impressive! I built a cat couch for my sister’s cats a few months back. I just used simple 3/4 ply & upholstered it with a pair of old blue jeans. The cats love it though!

[@demonicdonut22]

Just a thought, if you have more than one cat, try to have an "escape route" so that no one gets trapped by a one lane road.

[@Itsthatoneguy371]

The last few minutes is exactly why you are one of my top three channels. (There isn’t a #1 just three really good information channels that don’t seem like they are talking down to you)

[@davidc3808]

Keep the skills and humour coming. Always enjoyable. Thanks.

[@RhettRobinson]

Two personal mottos: "The only stupid question is an unasked one" and "Everyone starts somewhere"

[@pygar909]

I train people in my industry, and I encourage trainees to ask questions. I'm of the belief that people ask questions because they don't know, and want to learn, and more importantly, understand. I always ask my trainees if they understand what they are doing and why.

[@davewmck]

You are the ray of sunshine in this COVID induced madness. Thanks for the content.

[@mailingjoseful]

Steve, you’re an amazing human. I’ve loved watching your videos for years and really enjoy the courses, but this daily vlog has been so good for me too. Love the advice in this video and a few others. Inspirational mang. All the best

[@wesleywoods8462]

Appreciate the extra dialogue at the end😀 I’ve been an avid woodworking hobbyist for a little over 4 years and a fan of your channel just as long. Thank you for all the insightful woodworking tips and humble content 👍

[@ImGonnaMake]

Steve, I mean this in the nicest way possible, so please take this as a compliment: This lockdown has let you truly shine and you've become the Mister Rogers/Bob Ross of woodworking.

[@VeretenoVids]

CRAZY WOODWORKING CAT PEOPLE UNITE! Looking forward to seeing the catification develop! Thank you for being here with all your quality content.

[@trudi1962]

Newbie here. You're one of my favourite woodworkers. Taught me so much!

[@dougprentice1363]

I look forward to seeing kitties navigate it.

[@johncware66]

Raising each other up, a refreshing attitude given all that is going on in the country these days. Nice video, even without any sawdust. :)

[@pennyroyal3813]

I think their training (of you) is coming along quite well.

[@scottsmith9676]

Hi Steve, thanks for your enthusiastic encouragement, you make the internet a better place! Newbie from downunder 👍

[@niteyniteful]

I watched five videos before one of them actually showed me how to use a featherboard. Every other video either was advertising, trying to sell, or was showing how to make your own featherboard. I've learned my lesson now: Always add the words "Steve Ramsey" at the end of my KZbin search.

[@whelanplays7758]

I have run your plans past my cat, he seems interested. But also has made it clear that after all the work he will never use it and will continue to sleep in the clean basket of laundry I should have put away.

[@oldhamegg]

I think that featherboard is going to be a lifesaver making my joints.

[@dennismcaleer242]

It’s amazing that management ( your wife) let’s you do this in the house! Lok

[@dennismcaleer242]

Lol

[@HepauDK]

Maybe she's the actual "crazy cat lady" and steve is only one in training. :)

[@DJH316007]

Looks like you could save some wood by reusing some of those shelves with some cuts in them.

[@JonnyDIY]

7:24 💕 love the feather board instrument 😁👍🏻

[@robdye5228]

Instead of using a 2x4 to wrap the sisal rope around, try a 4x4. Saw off the corners to make an octagon. Once you wrap the 3/8th inch rope around it, nobody can tell that it isn't round. I did that to make a cat playground for my sister.

[@SteveRamsey]

That's a fantastic idea!

[@williamsjm100]

I am crazy obsessed with WWMM !!

[@rstewardson4164]

Instead of a 2X4 wrapped with rope, use a section of 4" or 6" pvc pipe.

[@DrewSorensenMusic]

I’ve made 2 large cat trees. 2x3s are even better than both. PVC might be more cylindrical. But the cats don’t actually care. And it’ll be easier to fasten the 2x3 to other wood parts than pvc. It’ll also be easier to staple and glue the sizzle rope to the wood than pvc as well.

[@devoid-of-life]

DrewSorensenMusic Agreed, I think all that really matters is the outside material and whether the inside material can hold it securely.

[@stevenyoung7394]

A quick note on the TWW Basic Tool Guide. Concerning table saws. Check to make sure the saw you get supports dado blades. I sadly discovered that the smaller DeWalts do not. This after I discovered a really simple box joint jig developed by Mr. William Ng.

[@videogalore]

"You don't know what you don't know" has always been a favourite of mine.

[@steviemarchantswoodshop3279]

Awesome video, I loved it (as usual). The cat playground you're building is inspiring me to do something with my own cats! And thank you for the advice that cats mostly prefer hard surfaces to soft, it was an 'oh yeah, that makes sense!' moment. 👍👍 Love this channel

[@umibuzosan2362]

Do you have the patience to answer the same question year after year without losing your mind? Congratulations you are a teacher. And as a teacher you'll be affecting the minds and lives of countless people. Good work.

[@laurawerner]

For that cylindrical post, instead of a single 2x4, I'd suggest two of them glued together. Then knock off the corners at the table saw to make an octagon. After you wrap it with rope, it will feel almost cylindrical. Also a tip. If you have a pneumatic, narrow crown stapler they're great for attaching the sisal. Just pop in a staple every few rows. That way if (when) the cats shred part of the rope, the whole thing can't come unwound. (Don't ask me how I know.)

[@RPSchonherr]

I just remembered that if you don't have a dado stack or a router (or can't afford either) there are other methods to make rebate and dado joints (wish I had remembered this 3 weeks ago). You can use your table saw to make a kerf to the width then chisel out the rest or make multiple cuts. For a rebate you can also turn the board on edge to finish it. Would you mind demonstrating these Steve?

[@FormerDelusional]

Fantastic video Steve, I can't wait to see how the catification project turns out. I've been wanting to do something like this for my little furry parasites too, but I'm intimidated by my new circular saw! 😆

[@Nitecrow314]

Little furry parasites. Lol!

[@samuelwhite6233]

I really miss the beautiful sound of the most monotone “ITS THE ABC’s OF WOODWORKING” this universe could conjure up, Steve how dare you rob me off this joy

[@wmjowls]

I miss the original outro to WWMM.

[@larryrobinson1256]

Steve I was a Shop Teacher in my early years. I remember one one of my Professors in college saying " There are no dumb questions, but on the other hand there are dumb answers". Thanks for teaching woodworking.

[@greggpellicer6645]

Glad you called yourself a crazy cat lady. That's exactly what I was thinking listening to you.

[@Scott_G]

9:13 Very true. I just bought my first one and when I started it up for the first time, not gonna lie, it was a little scary.

[@CeeJayThe13th]

Same. But, a few years in and now sometimes I'll just make unnecessary cuts just to be using it.

[@chillyspoon]

Same - and now I have to remind myself constantly to keep respecting it (same deal with a trim router - tablesaws ooze "danger" when we just look at them but trim routers are sneaky!!)

[@ncot_tech]

Circular saws, Dremels, strimmers and handheld routers too. Feeling the torque in the motor twisting the whole thing in your hands is a weird thing the first time. It kind of says “this thing wants to jump out your hands, hold onto it and resist the force”. Especially when the tool binds or catches and tries to escape.

[@johnisley1285]

Mag switch has the best feather board just turn on turn of and you can place it anywhere on the saw.

[@rusted_ursa]

These openings are getting more and more Brechtian and I am completely here for it.

[@McLoaferson]

You could add some of those hexagon shelves on the wall to the left after it wraps around the corner. I've also seen those acrylic domes on a hexagon or cylindrical shelf

[@aaronarnold6444]

Since you’ve blessed me to ask questions, got two for you Steve. 1. How do drawer sliders change the dimension of a drawer? Will the drawer have to be less wide by the thickness of the sliders? 2. Finishing up drywalling my garage, then I get to start my new woodworking hobby. But I want my garage to be organized before I start non shop projects. Would you suggest the weekend woodworker course first or the garage course first? I would imagine the garage one, but you know the content. Thanks!

[@dersulo3184]

Sir, you are the Bob Ross of woodworking.

[@alexpechauer476]

That feather board is a pretty cool idea.

[@SpideyScott72]

On the cat "carousel" I'd recommend just 3 "poles" rather than 4 for a couple of reasons to give the cats a little more room to maneuver. 1) They may grow and not fit in the space as well. 2) They may not want to jump onto the platform from the hammock itself because of its unsteadiness. I am really interested to see how you do the wall walkways, some kind of brackets perhaps?

[@victormanuelbragaespinola9363]

I really love this channel. Made me love woodworking !

[@onebackzach]

I find that smaller online communities that are centered around hobbies are usually overwhelmingly positive. People always talk about the internet as this hub of negativity with people constantly antagonizing each other, but if you are more particular about the online communities you choose to browse and interact with, I find that it's very wholesome and refreshing. I try to focus on people I am personally friends with, artist/creators, and small groups dedicated to particular hobbies or causes.

[@danielduncan6806]

Those rocks you see cats laying on, they are not laying on them because they are hard or a different texture, they are laying on those rocks because those rocks are _WARM_ . Don't forget, cats are creatures that came from places with Arid(hot and dry) climates.

[@johnharding6394]

You could make one out of a 1" thick nylon cutting board works well try it a lot cheaper than a Kreg

[@horatioswrld]

If you cleat the cat system you could reorganize it to stop boredom

[@xcrewchief1]

That sounds like a great idea!

[@blackmangopit]

I've been watching those Kittiesaurus videos too - the one with the yellow limbo poles reminded me of your training with Bubbles and was going to post it in here but looks like I don't have to now haha

[@robertbamford8266]

Thanks for the entertaining video! Speaking of lifting people up, I don’t think you need to worry about providing a way down from the wrap around cat walk. You have drapes.

[@MCsCreations]

Great tips, Steve! Thanks a lot! 😊 About the cattification(?), it's looking great! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@baspluim5925]

Newbie: So this might be a dumb question... Steve: There are no dumb questions in woodworking Newbie: So if I put in the blade backwards in the table saw, will it join the board back together? Steve: ...

[@richardgroom988]

Only if you lubricate it with glue

[@scbrooks87]

@@richardgroom988 I shall now and forever refer to glue ups as "gluebricating" the wood. Thanks.

[@cpswoodworking]

@@scbrooks87 LOL

[@ohgary]

Isn’t that illegal in California?

[@mikecurtin9831]

@@ohgary It's probably illegal everywhere except California.

[@RalfJonasson]

For rope to cat toys, houses etc, I use natural fiber rope like jute or real hemp rope. It's loved by the cats and still intact after 10-15 years. Sisal, cocoa or bast fiber tends to be worn out by the small monsters.

[@garynagle3093]

Catification in the sky is shaping up niceLy. The bowl looks lit will be fun.

[@JamesWanders]

Sweet timing! My featherboard just arrived today :D

[@drewbuatti8124]

I am going to make the magic wand soon!

[@joshuagrace2815]

Have you thought about leaving the cabinet doors on and putting a kitty liter box in there. It will be out of view but you can open the doors to change the box. You can put a hole in the top for them to jump down into the box but they have their privacy.

[@drewbuatti8124]

Love watching you Steve!

[@froggore52]

I'm about halfway through The Weekend Woodworker course. For anyone on the fence about joining, here's my advice: do it. It's absolutely worth it. Same goes for The Weekend Workshop, which I'm two projects into.

[@panthersden]

Which would you pick to start with? Not a complete noob and have a blank shop space.

[@thomaskerr1019]

Love your shop made lots from your lessons

[@robertmcevoy24]

I don’t have a feather board but I do have a feather dancer who cleans my shop on Saturdays

[@kathrynnewton8721]

Ok, it that case, I'm making my first mirror frame with lap joints, with the help of a friend. Finally all done and brought it home to glue up on my dining room table which is not really big enough. So how do I get the joints from slipping once I've established its square - difficult!?

[@curbshooter]

Tommy go get your shine box! I love the video.

[@Moose_Daddy]

Steve, you should make one of those, folding picnic table video. :o

[@frankblack1481]

Nice to see the Rookscroft cats on the wall. WA!

[@TeachEvans]

Anyone else feel like these vlogs of Steve that we’re watching is a virtual record of his slow descent into quarantine madness?😂😭😜

[@dereke6408]

If it’s a test of bravery to approach the table saw for the first time, what is it to approach the table saw for the 100th time AFTER a scary kickback situation? I was making the Weekend Woodworker wall cabinet, and cutting the slot for the quarter inch plywood to fit in the back. You stop before you cut thru the whole way (a couple inches before the end), and when I went to turn off the saw, I inadvertently turned the board ever so slightly. While I’ve used the table saw since, it continues to freak me out every time, and sometimes I can’t muster the courage to attempt the cut. I’ll note that the saw I have does not have a riving knife/splitter on it, which increases the level of safety, but at this point, I don’t know if I’d feel safe with anything less than a SawStop. Can you help me out, Steve?

[@Maxid1]

So the bird I nailed to that board isn't a feather board? But that bird really pushes the stock againat the fence!