Drawer Making | Paul Sellers

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Paul went into a detailed explanation in this dovetailing of the drawer for the drinks cabinet for everyone to truly master drawer making.
It's the small details that these explanations demonstrate, and we hope that you truly enjoy the whole process of dovetailing for the rest of your life.
Oh, and the videography throughout the episode is stunning for everyone to learn through too. You don't see this normally. Superb! The calm serenity captured in a man's work, the confidence, and the love of the craft.
You'll enjoy seeing the whole drawer come together by every stroke of the different planes Paul uses and then, too, the dovetails tying the whole together and glued up. Such a beautiful art form!
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[@patrickcasey1150]

I've been watching Paul Sellers for years and every video is superb. I also watch many other woodworking channels, and they are all great, but absolutely nothing comes close to the quiet brilliance of Paul's teaching. I cannot quantify the value he has brought into my life. It's like having access to the best woodwork teaching, available 24/7, anywhere in the world, for free!

[@Mr_Rick]

Agree. His low keyed, calm, pleasant and masterful approach is unlike any other and I too have benefitted more from him in woodworking than any other.

[@jasonzvokel6317]

I couldn't agree with you more!

[@micvanreijen]

It's funny that sometimes you can clearly see that they know what they know because of Paul. Some also sometimes reference Paul as if referring to the master :)

[@lilcicero77]

this is a perfect statement

[@LandryGammon2024]

I see Paul’s influence in most every other woodworking channel I watch.

[@ThePhoenixlad]

The cinematography is great, especially the close ups. I'm half expecting slow-mo to cut in. Wonderful work. I agree with Patrick, I've also watched Paul for about 10 years roughly and no one else quite has his charisma with such warmth. I owe a lot to Paul for bringing woodworking into my life, for which I'm all the better for and truly thankful.

[@timothymallon]

I'm 52 years old Paul, and I want to apprentice with you! Your entire method and attitude towards your work is masterful. Thank you so much for all you do.

[@clemoniii]

I've only begun my appreciation of skilled wood working. I have a desire to learn it, but I'm so fascinated by Paul that i enjoy watching him as much as practicing the art. "Oops. I've sawn a bit past my line." Was perhaps the most encouraging statement of this video. I CAN be less criticism of my frequent slips now. Thank you again!

[@jonaswhale6451]

Start with small projects , it gives you the chance to work with hand tools and doesnt throwes your house apart , its possible am living 20 meters above groundlevel and do experiments on my old metalBlack & Decker Workmate , pen pencil some wood picked up from the street a saw plane chissel,(s) ect and go for it . Greets from Amsterdam

[@lilcicero77]

I'm a paid subscriber, but its so generous of him to share this except for free. Drawer making is a magical art, and nobody explains it like he does. This man is a national treasure; an international treasure, rather.

[@Tehinstrumentalist]

Sometimes it is spooky how relevant Paul's uploads are to my current needs. Currently plotting out a project that needs a drawer and this specific video will no doubt prove perfect. Thanks as always, Paul and Co.!

[@bighands69]

Make hundreds of small dovetail boxes and you will become an expert at making drawers, cabinets, chests and so on. You could make one small dovetail box a day for practice.

[@Tehinstrumentalist]

@@bighands69 the dream, enough time and materials for one a day! I want to do them as often as I can, but life can be busy. I'll certainly be doing my best though, I could do with a box for my drill bits.

[@adrianojosemalacarosa6723]

A very interesting video, not only because of the subject it deals with (making a drawer with all its components) but also the making of the video: the close-ups, the sound design, the image quality and the angle shots. Thanks you.

[@frankvucolo6249]

An absolute pleasure to watch! Thank you, Paul. I have done many drawers in a similar fashion but it is very fulfilling to watch a skillful maker using techniques that are just a little different than mine. I usually saw out the waste with a fret saw and then pare to the baseline. Next time, I think I’ll give your technique a go!

[@David40S]

Frank, I've tried both ways, and Paul's method is way better, in mu humble opinion.

[@jimbo2629]

I must replay this before I make another draw. What an exellent tutorial.

[@longshiongullie7854]

I am not a wood worker but there's something in wood working that always fascinates me. Nowadays watching P.S., R.C., W.B.W., R.K. etc are my favourite pastime, and oh yes! I am learning a lot too. Bless these guys.

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Thank you Paul for the excellent drawer making video. The beauty of watching a master woodworker make a drawer is I learn where I made my mistakes with process and technique. Time to make some more drawers.

[@ericlebarron]

I've very patiently started collecting basic hand tools while watching these videos over the last couple years. I can't wait to finally start learning to make my own items.

[@richardsinger01]

If you have somewhere to work, may I suggest you make a start? Don't wait until you have a "full set" of basic tools. Buy tools as you need them. If not you will probably buy tools you don't really need and it will take you longer before you begin your woodworking hobby. Good luck!

[@מעייןהמלבלבתחייםםםם]

Thank you!!! I enjoy watching as always. Each video is not just woodworking muster class but more.... it's a privileged to learn from you and listen to your insights about woodworking and life!

[@antonoat]

Woodworking properly, thank you Paul, I feel much better after watching this excellent film.

[@glynprice3815]

Always a pleasure to watch the master. I've forgotten most of what I was taught as kid and apprentice.

[@michaellee8198]

Having followed you from the very beginnings of your channel, I am pleased to say you remain one of the most knowledgeable and watchable in this genre. Wish you produced more often for general release.

[@larietournelle7904]

Thank you

[@JoeMcLutz]

Amazing job! I was very impressed by that tool you used to make the groves for the drawer's bottom... It's always a pleasure to watch your videos sir! Thanks! 👍🏻

[@laroseauxboisrosewoodwoodw8585]

Mr.Sellers i just love it the way you explain everything , it’s so easy to understand !!❤️❤️ Thx so mutch 🇨🇦😉

[@coljter15]

Thank you paul for another great video. I really liked the filming in this one

[@adfpv1153]

Thank you Paul, you’re an inspiration 😁 recently found your channel and ma working through your extensive catalogue of videos. You’ve inspired me to purchase a selection of hand tools and am currently following along to your work bench series…….just need a shed to house it in now 😂😂 thanks again Paul 👍

[@clarabrown9743]

At 12:45 I wonder why? Then 12:52 Oooh, I quite like that :D I enjoyed watching, and learning how to make dovetails.

[@DavidCheok]

"Conversations with you" - listening intently. 😄

[@charlesjenkins8078]

Excellent job. Thanks again!

[@stevelowe5985]

an absolute joy to watch, thank you.

[@Ivanhoe52]

Drawer making is essential. Thank you, Paul.

[@Ivanhoe52]

I'm looking forward to it, but I can't find you on telegram.

[@andrewfelock4771]

Thanks for the video and all of your advice

[@David40S]

I much prefer removing the waste the way Paul shows - not only is it less awkward and just as quick as using the coping saw method, but you get to make loads of little monopoly houses along the way as an unexpected bonus!

[@benross647]

Paul, some time ago you went over briefly how you would build a chair and some tips. Could you show us more in depth how to build a chair. More specifically, a dining room chair. Thank you!

[@Thyme2sea]

Thank you for the metric information.

[@VORONM]

Thank you maestro!

[@Aratimb]

yer a wizard, paul. and a thumping good one

[@alanfarnworth2802]

great detailed camera work

[@weekendstuff]

Been watching for a long time really enjoy your craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge. Weekend Stuff

[@NickToland]

I feel like you have built an amazing legacy of truly important information. I am not a carpenter or joiner but i putter around my shed on my free time. Your videos are invaluable.

[@sixstarauto]

Nothing but respect for Paul, I do think Rob's method is better. Not seeing the fret saw was cringe, such a time and energy saver.

[@user-bs2zz2rt4b]

Спасибо,очень интересно,учусь по вашим урокам.

[@Blueridgedog]

Thanks for the video. Please show your method of final fitting.

[@eddyflynn213]

Lifetime skills

[@micvanreijen]

You'd think, but it actually doesn't take all that long to master.

[@chrissmith4933]

Some of the components you are working with in this video are very obviously twisted or bowed, yet you don't seem to be bothered by it. Is that because you feel it doesn't matter to the end result, or are you planning to correct it somehow as part of the fitting process?

[@TomasRosberg]

Noticed the same thing, curious to see the response...

[@benoitvannoten5113]

I think the panel only was not completely flat. It will be constrained by the drawer frame.

[@TomasRosberg]

@@benoitvannoten5113 looks like the sides also, nit jusy the panel

[@chrissmith4933]

@@benoitvannoten5113 the drawer side was clearly twisted. You could see it as he was chopping out the waste between the tails.

[@bighands69]

@@TomasRosberg When you get really experienced at making by hand you can judge and make adjustments as you go a long. The new idea that everything has to be perfectly square for woodworking is to do with the overuse of machines. You can make things perfectly square by machine and they will still warp so that then would all be for nothing. The thin stock for the draw base is always going to be warped.

[@vonscheer5492]

Very good video. there was a couple planes you did not say what they were.

[@TheJodybrown]

Paul how come you never use a coping saw to remove the waste on your dovetails? Is there a reason? Also please could you say what rake your cutting your dovetails at. Jody

[@garynelles]

Hey Paul, is there a reason you chisel the waste out rather than using a coping or fret saw? Do you find it faster to chisel?

[@sigogglin]

he has a video showing the coping saw technique and he said he uses the chisel when he wants something more refined. although Paul could use a rusty spoon and it would look good 😅

[@alecgarner]

A strange type of drawer construction; one which leaves unsightly groove holes at the front and back (I appreciate the ones at the front won't be visible with a false front, and would be eliminated with lapped dovetails). I expected something more traditional from Paul, utilising drawer slips and a bottom that can be slid in from the back.

[@benoitvannoten5113]

bottom slid from the back and half blind dovetails in the video serie: How to make a workbench drawer; other drawer constructions in other free projects. E.g. desktop organiser. Some others in the paying serie of woodworking masterclasses

[@bighands69]

That is a fairly traditional technique for draw construction.

[@alecgarner]

@@bighands69 With the exception of having a dovetailed construction, it isn't; no traditional drawer would have groove holes visible on the back or front, the base wouldn't be trapped in place, and drawer slips would be utilised.

[@ChurkLeung]

Interesting chose of dovetail and pins on which side of the board. Seems like the dado for the bottom panel creates a hole in the front and back instead of the side due to the orientation of the tail and pin choice.

[@micvanreijen]

That's because in this design, a drawer front is going to be added that's a smidge wider (so it hits a recess in the cabinet to make it close flush with the front of the cabinet). Without it, Paul would have used half blind dovetails.

[@benoitvannoten5113]

Tails have to be on the side for drawer traction. One option could be wider bottom pins; then the groove would appear on the side instead of the front. For visible dovetails and nonvisible groove use a rebate as in the "keepsake box". The workbench drawer has half blind dovetails and the groove is only visible at the back (slid in bottom). The desktop organiser drawer doesn't use grooves.

[@holzmotte]

I would like to know how they got the knife that can be seen on the table at minute 7:16.?

[@jaswoodwork]

Great video! Thanks for the relevant information and demonstration. What planer you use to make the grooves for the bottom of the drawer?

[@musicbro8225]

It's a plough plane. I was wondering how you would achieve the groove when you don't have a plough plane...

[@PelleKuipers]

@@musicbro8225 With a tablesaw.

[@musicbro8225]

@@PelleKuipers and if you don't have a table saw? I have the use of a skill saw atm but I hate the thing...

[@micvanreijen]

Look up 'poor man's router', easy to make and works a treat. Mark and chisel out the rough shape of the groove and refine with the router and a marking knife (for cleaning the bottom corners).

[@PelleKuipers]

​@@musicbro8225 ​ @Music Bro Router works as well, although I find that much more difficult to do. It's easy to release the pressure and fuck it up.

[@tomarmstrong1000]

I have a question on removing the waste with a chisel. When removing the waste between the tails Paul uses bevel down approach but when removing between the pins he uses bevel up. I was wondering why the difference or what makes one choose the different approaches?

[@andrerocha7249]

When Paul removes the waste between the tails, the drawer side is on top of the workbench, so with the bevel down the force is applied downwards, preventing the wood from slipping. When chopping between pins, since the piece of wood is in the vise, you don't want the force to be applied down, so Paul uses the bevel up. On my understanding, that was the reason.

[@sergueiothonucci1638]

😃😃😃

[@marshallballantine-jones3819]

First comment yay

[@soylentgreen326]

Fastest ‘draw’ on the inter web 🤦🏻

[@marshallballantine-jones3819]

@@soylentgreen326 better than my woodworking skills

[@mikeamboy7292]

Great video!! I think you need a bit more stuff on your bench. Looks like my bench…

[@mikeamboy7292]

@UCYKrGRhSQBTX243VdAilfug I am curious, what is this? We

[@BB49.]

Length, tight and all the way in! pure filth you naughty boy Paul keep it up😉😂

[@soylentgreen326]

🎯❤️

[@josephking6515]

Soylent Green, mmmm yummy. 😏

[@alangknowles]

Quite a wide rebate on the bottom of the drawer? Why?

[@benoitvannoten5113]

1. looking at about 41'50", one can see the rebate is on the underside of the finished drawer so it will not show; 2. the rebate should be at least a bit wider than the groove depth if one wishes the panel to sit completely in the groove. While theoretically one could do the two dimensions equal, it is never the case in practice and some tolerance is needed (also on panel length and width to allow the dovetails to sit completely); 3. Maybe it is easier to keep the #78 vertical while planing with a wider support under the sole. To be confirmed by the master. 4. The panel didn't seem to be perfectly flat. Maybe a larger rebate helps by making the panel a bit more flexible near the edges

[@whatilearnttoday5295]

One of the constructions/deconstructions is unnecessary. The base should not fit exactly, it should be loose and able to expand with temperature fluctuation (especially when using a dissimilar wood). Thus it can be measured rather than transferring the measurements from the constructed sides to the base.