Father and Daughter Build a $143 Junk Cabin in the Danish “Wilderness”

[@julietphillips1991]

Jesper, you are not only building a cabin, you are also building memories that will stand the test of time. Very precious.

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you, Juliet! Building these memories is truly priceless.

[@mjmcinnesincanada]

@@JesperMakes❤

[@janebutz5375]

Aaah! This video makes my heart sing! My first from your channel and I had to subscribe. I am a 72 year old tool woman who ditched a nursing career to restore old buildings. My favorite memories involved going to the hardware store with my dad on Saturday mornings. My mom and I would also go to the lumberyard to scrounge off-cuts for projects. I was lucky enough to marry a handy, supportive guy who went from construction to electrical work and took me along for the ride. I love your sense of humor and music choices, and I love that you are doing this with your daughter. And can I add, kudos for being vulnerable about your grief issues and getting help for them. Real men ask for help. No shame. Wish I weren’t so far away (USA); I would take you to lunch!

[@NoLumberLeftBehind]

This is the first woodworking video that my teenage son was interested in watching and even asked some questions. Thank you again!

[@JesperMakes]

That’s fantastic! Glad to hear your son enjoyed it and asked questions. Thank you for sharing that with me!

[@Vanadisir]

How lucky to have such a wonderful dad.

[@dianastricker4686]

you've made me cry happy tears thinking about the bond I had with my dad. My dad had the same accent as you. My parents came to Australia in 1958. They are gone a long time ago now, but its great to reflect on the good times I shared with my dad. Thanks Jesper.

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks for sharing, Diana. Those memories are precious, and I'm glad my video could bring back some happy tears.

[@loopinnerthe]

Is this a parable? Is this a series of delicious metaphors? How was the whole piece conceived and so magically constructed? Is it serendipity or just from many hours of quiet contemplation that the narrative matches the build and the whole reflects so much of what it is to be a human both now and in the past? (Just rhetorical questions my friend) Father to Son. Father to Daughter. Jesper this video is so touching, so heart warming. The story, your story; your family story transcend the build. The precious connections between generations and connections to the precious earth are not lost. To teach and then be brave enough to stand back and watch and then delight in other's success is a precious skill, the skill of a true parent. You have told us of the foundations, of the aspirations, of the struggle to begin, of the history. Shown us what goodness grows around us. Can't wait for part two where I guess you will show us what wonders we can achieve, what it is a home truly needs and maybe some prophecy about what lies above the roof about the future. (Therapy is a miracle process that is far more redeeming and healing than any addiction or pharmaceutical could ever be, seeking counselling is not a sign of weakness, it is a brave and transformational process.)

[@Timhey0912]

That is so inspiring! You both are blessed to have this time together!

[@KA-qw5cv]

Sorry Jesper, as long as you keep making woodworking videos - and/or cabin building videos - I do not need the services of a therapist 😊. Your outlook, creativity and sense of humor continue to make me smile. It is very nice when you have access to so much building materials. Where I live there is not much to build with other than a trip to the lumber yard, which is still a two hour drive from my home. Even pallets are hard to come by, too, and often are not free unless they are very damaged. You are very fortunate indeed!

[@DeterminedDIYer]

My dad gave me a drill and a circular saw. :) They were his. He's a retired general contractor and he was getting rid of all his tools. Every time I use them I think of him and smile. He's nearly 70 now and I know I don't have much time left with him.

[@caveatlector1591]

I subscribed to your channel for the woodworking projects but I think now, I also look forward to the story-telling. Thank you for sharing and good luck on this new project with Julia.

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you! Glad you're enjoying both the woodworking and the storytelling. More adventures with Julia to come!

[@jimbenge9649]

I have a wonderful relationship with my daughter and her daughters. It's a thing to be treasured, you are truly blessed.

[@JesperMakes]

Couldn't agree more! Those relationships are truly a blessing.

[@eveb446]

Thank you for your woodworking lessons, creativity and life lessons. God bless you.

[@hillbilly4christ638]

Given enough wood, time and creativity, the rest is joy. There is a great satisfaction from creating something from nothing of relative importance. Where I live, there are many rocks. Nice big rocks of various sizes that can serve many purposes. There is something about using native stone to construct useable features of your living space. I even used some of the rocks for my shower floor. Even though they are uneven, it worked out and gives me stable footing in there. Cheers!

[@garywarren5048]

How good is is Beau Miles!! Love his channel.

[@paulmetcalf7393]

A beautiful father daughter bonding project .💚

[@JesperMakes]

It sure is! Thank you!

[@GlennMartinPhotography]

Beautiful video, Jesper. I'm so glad there is a part 2, I wasn't ready for it to be over.

[@JesperMakes]

Glad you enjoyed it! Part 2 is coming soon-I wasn’t ready for it to be over either!

[@montroswookton1229]

Danish Folk are utterly lovely; This was a pleasure to watch. Keep being wholesome. Tillykke :)

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you so much! Tillykke! 😊

[@adamlloyd-jones4508]

You have emerged as one of my favourite storyteller/woodworkers. Thank you to you and your family for cheering us all up a bit.

[@clausnymann5527]

Love the story, the cabin, the connection between you two, the build - and the cat!

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks so much! We love the cat too!

[@richardbinell2053]

Love what you said about short-tempered, narrow-minded people. Sending love from Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA.

[@alfredog2762]

Julie and Jasper, carry out a project and spend time together, between father and daugther its priceless. Thanks for sharing. Alfredo

[@JesperMakes]

So true! Spending time together is priceless. Thanks for watching and enjoying our journey.

[@asifrehman4420]

Everyone talks about the bond between a father and son when making something. It's beautiful to see the bond of a father and daughter growing stronger in this video. Thank you for sharing and inspiring other fathers to strengthen their bond with their daughters.

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you! It’s been amazing to strengthen our bond through this project. I hope it inspires others to do the same.

[@WoodworkingTop535]

same thoughts as you

[@kateapple1]

🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@itstheotherwhitemeat]

the bond between fathers and daughters is just as common if not more so as sons. daughters are usually really close to a good father. fathers are more protective of daughters too.

[@GrantCrabe]

I have 7 children 2 girls 5 boys and it's the bond between a parent and their kids no gender involved

[@mekomckracken2358]

This video was so beautiful. The wat it was put together. The insights. The bonding berween father and daughter. All of it. Bravo!

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks 🙏

[@DroidsWorkshop]

Seriously amazing Jesper! Both the building of the cabin and creating a womderful memory/bond with your daughter! 😊

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks so much! I couldn't agree more-these moments are truly special.

[@philipsurridge6300]

Loved the video,you are building something for now and the future,well done the pair of you.The memories of your father will spur you on too.

[@martas9283]

Around the summer of 1970 I became my dad's eager apprentice, building a shelter on our small piece of 'polderland' in The Netherlands. The project was extremely budget and a great adventure for a seven year old daughter.. I learned about all manner of hand tools (there was no electricity), how to drive a nail, go about a safe roof construction, which screws, bolts & nuts were used for what, you name it. A little discomfort at times only helped to feel we were committed to the project together. Like when we didn't have a roof yet and sat huddled together on a couple of chairs, holding a sheet of plastic above our heads to keep from getting soaked.. Apples and peanut butter sandwiches for lunch, and a chocolate bar on the bus home after a good day's work. Still building stuff today, still using many of the hand tools that built that first cabin - my dad long gone but never out of mind

[@reymalaret9664]

I really love this video, makes me happy to see that family and learning together still in our roots ❤ blessings from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

[@JesperMakes]

Great to hear from you. Blessings to you too

[@capermache]

Yay, your video is up…the masses have been waiting - can’t wait to watch it!

[@JesperMakes]

Yay! Thank you! Hope you enjoyed it!

[@Midgaardsormen]

Easy to make a cabin for 0 dollhairs when we use kroner in Denmsrk 😅

[@JesperMakes]

Haha, true! Kroner all the way 😅

[@wadeharris4700]

This was the first of your videos I’ve seen and I really enjoyed it. I appreciate the fact that you give credit to other channels you have learned from or were inspired by.

[@rafaeldouglas2065]

Jesper, it is heartwarming to see a father and daughter working on a shared project.

[@larrytroyer1957]

Absolutely beautiful storey of how blessed life is and can be. Together you build lasting memories. GOD bless those precious moments in time. Seal them forever in your heart.

[@Rocklyn277]

Priceless memories for both of you, your father will be smiling down on you both, full of pride! Best wishes from Australia x

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you! Those memories are truly priceless. Best wishes from Denmark to Australia!

[@Against_the_grain]

I am currently building a garden house with my dad and as frustrating as it may be at times, I already know I’m going to remember this time fondly for the rest of my life! Jesper, this might be my favourite video from you so far! And your daughter is a freaking badass!

[@P1Gman]

Lol. That's how builds with Dads go, lots of forehead veins popping on Dad's head. Have fun with it. Mine are my best memories with my Dad.

[@darthgbc363]

The continuity section was absolutely beautiful.

[@FixitFingers]

Wifie and I have our baby girl put to bed and cuddled up to watch this beautiful story together. Now we dream of building cubby and tree houses with our little girl as soon as she is big enough to hold a drill :) I hope this summer gives you the weather to get it all done :D

[@JesperMakes]

That sounds like a lovely evening! Building cubby and tree houses with your little girl will be amazing. Here’s to good weather and many more family projects! Thanks for all your familys support Jimbo

[@wangofree]

Beautiful project and relationship with Julia. Thanks for sharing Jesper.

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you! Sharing these moments with Julia is truly special.

[@Sdal2593]

Thank you You tube algorithms for bringing this video to my feed. Watching from Australia. Liking and subscribing right away.

[@TheSwedishMaker]

Beautiful story! Pleanty of lessons to be learned from this

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you my big swedish friend and favourite podcaster!

[@andydouglas6911]

Hi Jesper, I just wanted to say thank you for another great video! Your work is always so inspiring, and I’m really looking forward to seeing how the project develops with the cabin. I was wondering if you would consider making a video about the benefits of using a trailer attached to a common car instead of buying a van. I think it could be really useful for a lot of us who are trying to make more economical and versatile choices for travel and transport. Thanks again for all the amazing content you create!

[@garylinker69]

Absolutely amazing stuff. I miss my dad hugely too and that bit really rang true with me. This build and video is inspiring and i cant wait to see the next part. You're both very lucky to have shared this experience together and im so very happy for you both. ❤

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks so much! Those memories are truly special. Glad the video resonated with you. More to come!

[@jabonet]

Wonderful father daughter bonding experience. I hope she will not be too mad when you change the locks in the house. 😂

[@JesperMakes]

Haha, let’s hope she understands! We’ve got a great bond, so I think we’re safe. 😂

[@oncewaslost1982]

Can't wait to see the next chapter in the build. Great way to spend time with your daughter.

[@marlysjcollins8775]

The ladder as a long straight edge trick was a great use!

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks! That ladder trick is a lifesaver! ☕️

[@thecarlob_007]

I can’t wait to see the reveal and the interior design once the project is done.

[@imochiexe5056]

Jesper, your insightful narrative logically lovingly includes your and Julia's and your father's interwoven experiences, learning ops and curves and honest and heartwamingly humorous anecdotes. The factual botanical and mechanical history helps us viewers expand our knowledge, too. Thank you for sharing this journey.❤🎉😊

[@Berlin-Woodworker]

What an inspiring project, Jesper and Julia! Looking forward to pt2!

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks! We’re excited to share part 2 soon!

[@bt6770]

Jesper what a beautiful video. Working with your daughter must be wonderful. When you mention using your father's tools it hits home for me as I too use my father's tools who has been long passed away. I always feel like he is helping me use them still. Keep up the great work !

[@Sparkysings2]

Jesper I love watching your creations but you sense of humor while doing your voice overs are hilarious. 😂

[@KithirusCreates]

Hey Jesper I just wanted to say thank you for the videos you make. I have been watching both your and Mark's videos and love the content. I have been watching a lot of your videos on repeat. Its very inspiring and has gotten me to dive into the woodworking journey. I will mainly be working with pallets and hopefully soon starting a youtube channel to show off my work. I have to say I love your story telling through your vidoes. So thank you and looking forward to all your projects down the road.

[@scottlp2323]

A father and daughter build. 👍😍👍 You're both left-handed, like me. 👍😍👍 There's a cat in the video. 👍🐈👍 Superb! 👍🙏👍

[@JesperMakes]

😊 Thank you! Lefties and cats make everything better, right?

[@kronamadness7119]

Following you since some time now and I know you started woodworking in your horse barn as a way to take action rather than letting depression consume you during difficult times, so your sponsorship choice is not that surprising to people following you since a good time, especially seeing how you can be encouraging in some of your videos despite the difficulties. As you said, let's keep trying stuff! Long live the pallet viking!

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks for following my journey! It’s true, woodworking has been a great way to take action and stay positive. Let’s keep trying stuff indeed! Long live all pallet vikings 🚀

[@matthewward8021]

That's very awesome that you did it with your daughter

[@frankgarcia9350]

Awesome. Thank you for sharing

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks for watching!

[@MichaelRawson]

What a truly beautiful video, Jasper. Wonderful.

[@grahamalexander7230]

What a great project for you both ! not only to increase the bond between each other that will never die for either of you (like yours and your father) It is also a lovely woodworking project where fun and frustrations cause lots of laughter and push you both mentally to problem solve. I'm sitting here in the UK being quite jealous looking at all that lovely timber especially the alder is as rear as hens teeth here with a price tag associated, I was lucky enough to get a piece some years ago and made my daughter a coffee table from it what a lovely scent and so durable!! Graham

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks, Graham! Building this with Julie is truly special. I’m glad you have fond memories of working with alder too-such a fantastic wood. Sending some timber vibes from Denmark to the UK!

[@ICU422]

What a beautiful project you and your daughter have taken on ❤. God Bless

[@GumtreeHillWoodwork]

Incredible movie Jesper !! 😭 Once again a story that transcends infinitely beyond woodworking. Can't wait to see Julie & you finish this project & watch what it evolves into 🧡

[@delven121]

Great video thank you, also used to work at Oregon Blunt which made the chain bar for you....You are welcome LOL

[@JesperMakes]

Awesome thanks 🙏

[@mmiller7273]

Thank you, sir! Really enjoyed this!

[@SteveBellCreates]

This was a special video. It’s a wonderful experience to build something together with your family and these are the moments you treasure forever thanks for sharing that moment ❤

[@janmitchell641]

I have just discovered you, Jesper, and I am really enjoying your content. Your daughter is also very inspirational. Lastly, I love your background music!❤️🇨🇦

[@steenfraosterbro3268]

Congratulations on the sawmill. Quite the upgrade from your sliding bandsaw.

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks 👍 The sawmill is definitely a game changer. Loving it!

[@jenesisjones6706]

Robert Heinlein said "Anything free, is generally worth what you paid for it." Not sure I agree with him, especially when Beau does it so well! Cheers from an Aussie grandma and Beau fanatic. 🙃

[@JesperMakes]

Interesting quote! Sometimes, with a bit of creativity and effort, free things can be worth a lot. Cheers to Beau and to making the most of what we have!

[@marshawargo7238]

I just got this build recommended to me & I thought it was a new to me channel. But to my surprise, I saw the artichoke light in the background & then I remembered watching the video when it was built! Subscribed Immediately! (This doesn't mean that the new videos will be sent to me, because I have several channels that I subscribe to that I don't get automatically sent to me, but now I will watch out for them now❤! (Love your dry humor & sarcasm😂!) Love your work too😊! Edit: Changed to artichoke from eggplant😂! Great Build! Very heart warming & inspiring❤!

[@user-tg5wg6oe6o]

I just found you two, I really enjoy your perspective and videos!

[@JesperMakes]

Glad you’re enjoying the videos!

[@WilliamSlayer]

As the video is ending I'm starting to get a sense of how many weeks and weeks it took! Wow...long term project.

[@typewritermark]

This is what my heart needed today.

[@daos3300]

awesome. now i have to ask - when you were digging and hit the bricks, are you sure that wasn't an old brick floor? the bricks did not look like they were just thrown in the ground, they appeared to be neatly aligned. finding a brick floor from an older building would be amazing.

[@JesperMakes]

Good eye! It did look like an old brick floor, didn’t it? That would be amazing. I’ll have to dig deeper, both literally and figuratively, to find out more!

[@iandowling5961]

Jesper ... the council records may show planning permission for the old building .... Kommunens arkiv kan måske vise byggetilladelse til den gamle bygning🤔

[@DarrenMalin]

'Coffee Solves Everything' O god yes ! :)

[@lukashejzlar138]

Hi Jesper, it is not just your incredible story telling, this is real life journey, and of course your woodworking skills. If would you ever come to NZ stop by for coffee and i would take you to Lumsden school for a talk, listening to you is very infectious/ interesting, it would be great for the kids. All the best to you and your family. Cheers. Lukas.

[@kaspernielsen9149]

I chopped down a huge walnut tree, with a rusty 1h axe, just to prove to my mom and dad, that it could be done... took 4,5 hours and blisters for weeks... worth it

[@ClariceStarling45]

This makes me miss the dad I never had ❤️

[@MartinBrabi]

Jesper inspired by Beau Miles? WOW ♥️

[@DavidWalsh-is7mz]

I really enjoyed this video Jesper., It is wonderful to see the bond between yourself and your daughter. I always look forward to your next video, cant wait to see part 2 if this one. You are an inspiration.

[@ajschutrups]

Nice update about the cabin. Big fan of your work

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you very much! Glad you enjoy the updates.

[@TheBigwadey]

Love this!!! Can't wait for the next one!

[@thomas-gk9jp]

Well, scarf joint is technically an half slap joint 😁 And thank you for your nice talk about father and child, it helps :)

[@lendabloke]

You, my friend, are one of the luckiest men in the world. Thank you for sharing your family time with the rest of us.

[@TheHkluivert]

My father died in 2022 of cancer, I have a grown up daughter who I am close to, I picked up woodworking at a later age (50) a couple of years ago, I started talking to a psychologist after my dad died; we sure have things in common Jesper!

[@Madistaja69]

Wonderful job! I don't have much experience with black alder myself but some close-up shots it looked like ash wood to me.

[@mrMacGoover]

I should build one of these low budget tiny houses as the housing here in Canada has become extremely unaffordable. 🇨🇦even to rent a one bedroom apartment for that matter.

[@JesperMakes]

Absolutely! Building a low-budget tiny house can be a great solution. Go for it, Canada needs more creative solutions! 🇨🇦

[@RYwoodview]

I love this adventure in being parent & child. Congratulations. My 18 y/o daughter wants us to buy a used van and build it into a camper for her to tour the country (USA) in. Sounds fabulous! The thing is, we already have a used van that I built into a camper and doesn't want, she doesn't have a driver's license yet, and she has no visible means of support beyond us parents. Sigh. We'll get there.

[@JesperMakes]

That sounds like a fantastic adventure! Building a camper together will be an amazing experience. Best of luck with it!

[@RYwoodview]

@@JesperMakes It would be. But as I said, we already have one. If she won't use that, I'm certainly not inclined to start over with a second one.

[@samh-smith2931]

all we get is today :) love the video! especially the arial shot of the lunch break hahaha

[@Iamtherodlight1453.]

So awesome. Thank you for sharing.

[@worstworkshop]

So beautiful.

[@MrK5man]

Love the way you connected 3 generations ! ❤ I’m certain your daughter will continue to make you proud. 👀

[@ukpatriot]

My two sons were never allowed to touch my tools which of course they learned construction later in life. To be honest their heart wasn't into it due to the PlayStation 😊 but now my daughter has stepped up and now helps me build and her brick laying skills are better than mine 😂

[@JesperMakes]

That's a great story! PlayStation might have delayed things, but glad your daughter stepped up-sounds like she’s a pro! 😂

[@cariiinen]

lovely

[@gonsalomon]

On the narrow-minded comments: you ARE building something, they are not. People who 'don't do' are always commenting about those who actually 'do'. Don't listen to them, great job!

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you! I agree-it's all about taking action and doing. Appreciate the support!

[@ArthurCronin-es7kz]

Your best video, I think. You have a great ability to tell a story.

[@AhmadZakiVision]

First time watching video in this channel... • from Malaysia 🇲🇾🌺

[@raktoda707]

Beautiful

[@warrior4christ777]

Jesper I don't mean to be critical but im not a fan of the scarf joint on the roof rafters. If you get a heavy snow load it could fail and after a few years of heavy snow it will fail. If you even put some gussets on the sides it would help. I am a 35 year house builder in canada 🇨🇦 and ive watched you for a while now.take care stay safe.

[@No1projects]

Just brilliant 👏

[@Kernowwoods]

Beautiful

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you!

[@pavalige]

that vevor thicknesser look ok would you recommend it? Love the video btw ♥

[@JesperMakes]

Thanks, for pallet wood and small boards it's OK, not for anything big or any hardwoods

[@marycranshaw9715]

Great video.

[@adelia988]

I just subbed I love seeing things made I wish I was well enough to do woodworking I love wooden stuff

[@meneerbas]

Simply beautiful❤

[@JesperMakes]

Thank you! 😊